Fitzroy Island Tours and Tickets

Q: What’s the best way to experience Fitzroy Island?

There are plenty of ways to experience Fitzroy Island. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:<ul><li><a href="/tours/Cairns-and-the-Tropical-North/Fitzroy-Island-Day-Trip-from-Cairns/d754-5641FITZROY" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Fitzroy Island Day Tour from Cairns</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Cairns-and-the-Tropical-North/Reef-and-Rainforest-Tandem-Sky-Dive-in-Cairns/d754-5103CNSDIVE" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Cairns: Tandem Skydive Experience over Reef & Rainforest</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Cairns-and-the-Tropical-North/Fitzroy-Island-Ferry-Transfers-Tropical-Island-Paradise-45-mins-from-Cairns/d754-5851P4" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Cairns-and-the-Tropical-North/Sunlover-Cruises-Moore-Reef-Fitzroy-Island-1-Day-Tour/d754-5851P6" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Full Day Tour to Sunlover Cruises Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Cairns-and-the-Tropical-North/Fitzroy-Best-of-Island-Inclusive-Day-Tour/d754-5851P7" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Best of Fitzroy Island Day Tour</a></li></ul>

Q: How much does it cost to visit Fitzroy Island in 2026?

The cost of visiting Fitzroy Island varies based on the type of experience you choose. A ferry pass costs AU$105 for adults and AU$55 for children aged 4-13 years. A family pass for two adults and two children costs AU$269. The ticket includes return ferry transfers from Fitzroy Island to Cairns. Half-day tour packages that visit the island start from US$60.

Q: How do I get to Fitzroy Island?

To get to Fitzroy Island, you need to take a ferry from Cairns. The ride typically takes about 45 minutes and operates several times daily. When planning your trip, check the ferry schedules ahead—the service frequency varies depending on the season and weather conditions. Some tour packages include round-trip transportation and additional activities on the island.

Q: What is the best time to visit Fitzroy Island?

The best time to visit Fitzroy Island is during the dry season, which runs from May to October. During this period, you can expect pleasant weather with lower humidity and minimal rainfall, making it ideal for outdoor activities, such as snorkeling, hiking, and beach lounging. The peak tourist season is from June to August, coinciding with school holidays in Australia.

Q: Can I camp on Fitzroy Island?

Yes, you can camp on Fitzroy Island. The island offers a designated camping area for visitors. The facilities include basic amenities, such as toilets and showers, but it’s advisable to bring your own camping gear and supplies. Be sure to book your camping spot in advance, especially during peak seasons.

Q: What activities can I do on Fitzroy Island?

Fitzroy Island offers a variety of activities, including snorkeling, diving, kayaking, fishing, and hiking. Plus, you can go on a glass-bottom boat tour to view the underwater ecosystem without getting wet. You can also explore Fitzroy Island Lighthouse, which offers panoramic views of the Great Barrier Reef.

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Spend a full day on Fitzroy Island with fast catamaran transfers from Cairns and plenty of free time to explore at your own pace. Cruise from the Marlin Marina to the island, then enjoy up to seven hours to snorkel the surrounding reef, view marine life from a glass-bottom boat, relax on the beach, or walk rainforest trails within the national park. Choose from a range of packages, including simple transfers or options which include snorkeling or glass-bottom boat activities, depending on your interests and budget.

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Fitzroy Island Day Tour from Cairns

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Afternoon Fitzroy Island Escape – Return Ferry Included

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Half Day Morning Adventure - Fitzroy Island Return Ferry Included

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Fitzroy and Green Island From Cairns: Great Barrier Reef

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Fitzroy Island Day Trip 11am to 5pm Ferry INC Snorkel Equipment

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Enjoy the picturesque surrounds of Fitzroy Island and kick back in paradise! Book a transfer only, or opt for a package building your day by selecting from options of picnic lunch box, snorkelling equipment hire and / or glass bottom boat tour! Fitzroy Island is a favourite trip for Cairns' locals with 99% of its landscape covered in lush tropical rainforest as well as granite outcrops, open woodlands, mangroves and coral beaches. Enquire about further upgrading your day with optional activities such as snorkel safari, kayak tour, visit to the Turtle Rehabilitation centre or guided nature walks. Choose an 8.45am departure of a 10.15am departure from Cairns, according to your preference. The return ferry leaves Fitzroy Island at 3.30pm, arriving back in Cairns at approximately 4.30pm.

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Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns

6 hours 15 minutes to 7 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

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Best of Fitzroy Island Day Tour

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Combine two top Cairns excursions in one day. This combination package includes a catamaran sail to the Moore Reef pontoon where you can enjoy snorkeling, waterslides, and a glass-bottom boat tour; as well as a stop at Fitzroy Island with time to relax on the island's beaches or explore the walking trails. A fuel surcharge of $10 per adult and $5 per child applies, payable directly to the operator prior to travel.

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Full Day Premium Tour to Sunlover Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island

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Cairns: Tandem Skydive Experience over Reef & Rainforest

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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60 minute Reef Scenic flight

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Fitzroy Island Day Tour from Cairns

Sara_L, Jul 2026

Glorious snorkelling/ hiking day out

We did the transfer only option and hired a snorkel and wet suits from the dive shop when we arrived on Fitzroy island. We swam about 20ms off the beach and saw so many fish I've never seen before and swam with 3 turtles right off the beach. Make sure you check the tides! But amazing!! Nice to see the GBR so alive. Bring your go pro if you have one!

Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns

Lucy_S, Sep 2026

Bring strong soled shoes

Beautiful place - just make sure you bring sturdy reef shoes or some such as the coral makes the beach there and it’s a bit like walking on nature’s Lego !

Fitzroy Island Day Tour from Cairns

Harry_P, Jul 2026

Fitzroy Island day trip

Short ferry ride of around 45 minutes to the island from Cairns Marina, the island is beautiful with nice coral beaches, if going to Nudey beach this is quite strenuous if you are elderly or not fit as you need to go up and down some hills and over some boulders, take food and water with you as there are no facilities once at Nudey beach.

Fitzroy Island Day Tour from Cairns

Michael_S, Jul 2026

Fitzroy island full day

We did the full day. Weather was not the best, rain in the morning and it cleared in the afternoon. Nudey beach has a lot of shells, you will need some type of shoes on the beach. With the weather, snorkeling was not possible, to cloudy. There are public restrooms on the island and good options. Best snorkeling was to the left of the docks when walking to the shore.

Fitzroy Island Day Tour from Cairns

Michelle_M, Jun 2026

Absolutely perfect day!

A short 45 minute prompt ferry ride from Cairns to the fabulous, postcard perfect Fitzroy Island We snorkled all day in the crystal clear water, swimming with thousands of fish and turtles. Was an absolute dream come true. We loved it so much, we returned 2 days later... This time we took the short but beautiful hike to Nudey Beach which was beyond perfect, had lunch at Foxys Bar (very big portions and well priced) then swam/snorklelled off lunch! Highly recommend the full day (8am until 4pm) trip as time flies in paradise!

Fitzroy Island Day Tour from Cairns

Galina_D, Jan 2026

Fitzroy Island

Fitzroy is beautiful island, has couple places you can order food, drinks and icecream. You can hire gear or bring your own snorkel and flippers. Beach is small and has coral sand, good idea to bring water shoes to prevent from hurting. Secret garden it's a lovely walk in the rain forest. Highly recommend to visit Fitzroy Island.

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Know before you go

One beach on Fitzroy Island is called Nudey Beach. Despite its name, it is not a nudist beach, so keep that bathing suit on. There are no legal nudist beaches in Queensland.
Ferries to Fitzroy Island tend to be timed to allow you to spend a full or a half-day there. They don’t run regularly throughout the day, so plan ahead.
If you join a tour that includes snorkeling, equipment will normally be provided. Otherwise, buy or rent gear in Cairns.

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