Most visitors reach Fitzroy Island via a fast ferry from Cairns Marina, which takes about 45 minutes. Ferries run daily and typically include return trips. Ferry departure times vary by season, but the first ferry usually leaves around 8:00am, and the last return ferry is around 5:00pm. There are also other availabilities for time check our website for more.

Make sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, water, and swimwear if you plan to snorkel or relax on the beach. Cameras or phones are great for capturing the views, and a small bag is ideal. You are not permitted to bring a drone with you without permission.

Absolutely. The ferry is family-friendly, and the island has facilities for children, including beaches, snorkeling areas, and walking trails. Fitzroy island is an excellent option for families who want to experience the Great Barrier reef but don’t want to spend a day on a boat.

Yes! Fitzroy Island has a main resort café and a few casual dining options. You can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and light snacks with stunning ocean views. Options include sandwiches, seafood, salads, and coffee. If you fancy a drink whilst on the island, the resort café offers drinks, including soft drinks, coffee, and alcoholic drinks as well. It’s a popular spot to relax after snorkeling or hiking.

Visitors can snorkel on the fringing reefs, swim at Nudey Beach, hike the walking trails, kayak, or take a glass bottom boat tour. There are also options for guided reef tours, stand up paddleboarding, and wildlife spotting. There are several trails ranging from easy walks along the beach to moderate hikes up to Lookout Point, which offers fantastic views of the Great Barrier reef  and nearby islands.

Yes, you can do the popular Reef and Island tour which gives you 2 hours in the morning to visit and explore Fitzroy Island before embarking on the Moore Reef pontoon which allows guests to snorkel in the Great Barrier reef, enjoy a glass bottom boat ride, lounge in the sun on the deck, observe the wildlife from the underwater observatory and it includes lunch! There are also optional extras such as introductory diving if you want to have a different experience from snorkeling.

Fitzroy Island is full of stunning sights and photo opportunities. One of the most popular spots is Nudey Beach, famous for its crystal clear water and white sand. It’s actually often ranked among Australia’s best beaches. The Summit Track offers sweeping views across the Coral Sea and surrounding islands, perfect for landscape and sunrise photos. Welcome Bay and White Rock are great for capturing the tranquil waters also making it a great snorkeling spot.

Yes, Fitzroy Island can be visited year round, including during the wet season and is a great alternative if snorkeling trips get cancelled. The wet season usually brings warmer temperatures, higher humidity, and occasional tropical showers. Many days still offer sunshine and good conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Yes, snorkeling straight off the beach at Fitzroy Island is one of its key features! The island has fringing coral reefs accessible from most of it’s beaches, including Welcome Bay and Nudey Beach. You can swim directly from shore and see colourful coral, tropical fish, and sometimes sea turtles.