Whale Watching Tour Cairns
Adult $159.00| Child 4-14yrs $89
Family 2A+2C $496
Includes 1.5 hour dedicated Whale Watching tour plus free time at Fitzroy Island
Depart Cairns 8.30am – 2.45pm or 10.45am – 4.45pm
Experience an unforgettable day of nature and relaxation. Cruise off the coast of Cairns to witness the spectacular migration of Humpback Whales, then spend time unwinding on a tropical island with snorkelling, hiking, marine life, and stunning beaches.
Depart Cairns 8:30am or 10:45am on our newest vessel “Aquarius II”
45 minute transfer to Fitzroy Island, with up to 2.5 hrs free time
12 Noon – Depart Fitzroy Island for 90 minute whale watching tour
Tours lead by our qualified Marine Biologist
Optional extras of Glass bottom boat, snorkel hire can be pre-booked or subject to availability on the day
Please note glass bottom boat is only available on the 8:30am departure
Itinerary and Inclusions
Return ferry transfers to Fitzroy Island
1.5 hour Whale Watching tour
Depart 8.30am – 2.45pm
Depart 10.45am – 5.00pm
– 45 minute transfer to Fitzroy Island
– 2.5 hours free time on Fitzroy Island
– 12 noon Whale Watching Tour- Approx 90mins
– Boat heads back to Fitzroy Island
– Depart Fitzroy Island 2.00pm or 4.00pm
Optional Activities
Snorkel equipment hire and Glass Bottom Boat
Glass Bottom Boat only available on the 8.30am departure
Adult $33 Child $23 Family 2A+2C $89
What to Bring
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Reefsmart sunscreen
- Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
- Change of clothes
- Cash or credit card for onboard or island purchases
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Enjoy peace of mind with our flexible booking policy. Most Cairns Tours can be cancelled up to 24 hours before departure with a full refund. (Helicopter tours are 48 hours) We make exploring Cairns stress free, so you can book with confidence.
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🌴 Local Since 1995
For over 30 years, Cairns Discovery Tours has been proudly locally owned and operated. Established in 1995, we’ve shared the tropical beauty of Far North Queensland travellers from around the world. Based in Cairns, we offer authentic tour experiences backed by genuine local knowledge and long standing connections to the region.
👩🏫 Expert Local Guides
Our passionate Cairns tour guides are storytellers, historians, and nature enthusiasts. With deep local knowledge, they bring the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, and Cairns’ tropical heritage to life, ensuring an unforgettable and educational experience.














