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A fast catamaran takes you from Cairns to Fitzroy Island, on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef, in about 45 minutes. Spend more than 2 hours on the island snorkelling the coral reef right off the beach, swimming at its beaches, and walking the national park rainforest trails that cover most of the island. Choose ferry transfers only to explore at your own pace, or pick an option with snorkel gear, a glass-bottom boat tour or a packed picnic lunch to make the most of your half day.

Take the ferry from Cairns
to Fitzroy Island
Check in directly at the fast catamaran at Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns. Depart Cairns at 10:45 am and cruise south along the calm coastline for about 45 minutes to reach Fitzroy Island.
Swim at the beaches and snorkel the coral reef

Fitzroy Island is a place where you can see coral right off the beach. Swim at its various beaches or snorkel the reef to spot a wide range of marine life. Snorkel gear is included with the snorkel option, and with the glass-bottom boat option you can admire the reef and marine life without getting wet.
Walk the national park rainforest trails

The 339 hectares of rainforest covering 94% of the island are protected and managed as a national park. The trails suit all fitness levels, so you can explore different parts of the island at a relaxed pace. There are 5 main walking trails on the island, ranging from 30 minutes to 3 hours, each requiring a different level of fitness.
Enjoy free time and return to Cairns

After more than 2 hours of free time, leave the island at 2:00 pm and head back to Cairns. A packed picnic lunch is included if you choose the lunch option.
※ Wildlife such as sea turtles and other marine life live in the wild, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
※ Snorkel gear, the glass-bottom boat tour and the picnic lunch are only included with the corresponding options.
Meeting point :
Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns
1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Meeting point information:
Check in directly at the boat shown on your boarding pass. On the afternoon before your trip, the operator will send an email and SMS with a marina map and the location of the boat. If you do not receive this information, please contact the operator.
Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia