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Fitzroy Nudey Beach

Fitzroy Island - Full Day

From Adult $95| Child $57 (4-14yrs)| Family 2A+2C $247
Please note seasonal prices & departure times apply
Departs daily at 8.30am or 10.45am - 5.00pm
Fitzroy Island Adventure is a quick 45-minute ferry to the beautiful coral Island on the Great Barrier Reef. Things to do on Fitzroy Island. You can hire snorkel equipment, glass-bottom boat tour, guided snorkel tours, go swimming, stand-up paddleboards and sea kayaking.  Those more active can do the Lighthouse Trail, a steep climb with rewarding views.
10.45am ferry not available until 8th December

Up to 6 hours to explore Fitzroy Island. More time to explore, relax and play! Walk through the rainforest with picture-perfect scenery. Experience a full day on a tropical Island on the Great Barrier Reef. Go snorkelling, swimming, bushwalking, paddleboard or canoeing on this tranquil island. There is something for everyone. Fitzroy Island is a National Park covered in tropical rainforest. There are bush walking tracks throughout the island.

Take the Lighthouse Road trail to wind your way to the lighthouse, where you’ll have spectacular views out to the Coral Sea, 269 metres above sea level. From the top, you can wind back a different way taking the Summit Track, which pops out near the resort. Take plenty of water with you. Visit Nudey Beach (by name only) one of Australia’s most iconic beaches, perfect for swimming and relaxation.

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Prices are for return ferry transfers only - with additional actives at extra cost.


Optional extras pre-booked

  • Snorkel Hire - Adult $30.00 Child $20.00 Family $80
  • Glass Bottom Boat Adult $30 Child $20 Family $80
  • Snorkel Safari Tour - for those comfortable in the water
  • 50 minutes exclusive access
  • Adult $70 Child $50 Family $190
  • Snorkel Experience -35 minutes for beginners
  • Adult $60 Child $40 Family $160
    Picnic lunch $20.00 per person


Snorkel Experience Tour
suits individuals, couples and families. Snorkel Safari is suitable for those comfortable in the water and competent snorkellers. Exclusive access to areas not accessible to other guests. Includes snorkelling equipment. Lycra suits are included between the months of November to May. Subject to weather conditions

Snorkel Experience Tour
A perfect introduction for first time snorkellers. Enjoy a guided group snorkel tour for approx. 35 minutes. All equipment is supplied.

Delicious cold or hot individual lunch packs are available. Must be pre-booked. Dietary options such as vegetarian, coeliac, gluten free, dairy/lactose-free, nut free & vegan can be arranged prior to travel.

Turtle tour presently only available to in-house guests on Fitzroy Island until further notice.

You can make a booking on the day at the reception on the Island.

Visit Fitzroy Island Turtle rehabilitation centre on a guided 30-minute tour at 1.00 pm Daily – Adult $12.50 Child (3-14yrs) $8.00 Bookings are recommended as only 15 spaces daily.

Take your own Esky and self-cater or you can pre-book a picnic lunch or enjoy lunch at Foxy’s Bar, which has an excellent casual cafe-style food menu, including kids' meals and provides a wide range of beers, wine and soft drinks, plus a cocktail menu and the essential cappuccino! All with stunning views of the Great Barrier Reef.

 


  • Swimmers
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Reefsmart sunscreen
  • Underwater camera
  • Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
  • Change of clothes
  • Extra cash or credit card for onboard purchases

Prices are for return ferry transfers only - with additional actives at extra cost.

Optional extras pre-booked

  • Snorkel Hire - Adult $30.00 Child $20.00 Family $80
  • Glass Bottom Boat Adult $30 Child $20 Family $80
  • Snorkel Safari Tour - for those comfortable in the water
  • 50 minutes exclusive access
  • Adult $70 Child $50 Family $190
  • Snorkel Experience -35 minutes for beginners
  • Adult $60 Child $40 Family $160
    Picnic lunch $20.00 per person


Snorkel Experience Tour
suits individuals, couples and families. Snorkel Safari is suitable for those comfortable in the water and competent snorkellers. Exclusive access to areas not accessible to other guests. Includes snorkelling equipment. Lycra suits are included between the months of November to May. Subject to weather conditions

Snorkel Experience Tour
A perfect introduction for first time snorkellers. Enjoy a guided group snorkel tour for approx. 35 minutes. All equipment is supplied.

Delicious cold or hot individual lunch packs are available. Must be pre-booked. Dietary options such as vegetarian, coeliac, gluten free, dairy/lactose-free, nut free & vegan can be arranged prior to travel.

Turtle tour presently only available to in-house guests on Fitzroy Island until further notice.

You can make a booking on the day at the reception on the Island.

Visit Fitzroy Island Turtle rehabilitation centre on a guided 30-minute tour at 1.00 pm Daily – Adult $12.50 Child (3-14yrs) $8.00 Bookings are recommended as only 15 spaces daily.

Take your own Esky and self-cater or you can pre-book a picnic lunch or enjoy lunch at Foxy’s Bar, which has an excellent casual cafe-style food menu, including kids' meals and provides a wide range of beers, wine and soft drinks, plus a cocktail menu and the essential cappuccino! All with stunning views of the Great Barrier Reef.

 

  • Swimmers
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Reefsmart sunscreen
  • Underwater camera
  • Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
  • Change of clothes
  • Extra cash or credit card for onboard purchases

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