Fitzroy Island Ferry
Prices from $99 AUD

 

Fitzroy island has always been a favourite for both locals and visitors to Cairns due to it's close proximity to the mainland (45 mins) allowing short travel times and more time to enjoy the many activities the island has to offer. You can either simply book a ferry ticket or take advantage of one of the packages including transfers and activities. National Park covers 94% of Fitzroy Islands 339 Hectares. With walking tracks suitable for all fitness levels there's no excuse not to experience the lush tropical rainforest and picturesque beaches of Fitzroy Island. Spend the day or overnight on the island, staying in the newly finished resort on the island! Click here for Fitzroy Island Resort.

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Features

  • Close to the mainland - short travel times.
  • Ferry only option
  • Snorkelling gear hire available
  • Glass Bottom Boat ride option
  • Great Bushwalking and Beaches

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From 1/04/2024 to 31/03/2025 adultchildfamilyinfant
Fitzroy Island Ferry
8.30am - 5pm 		Return ferry transfers between Cairns & Fitzroy Island (6+ hours on the island)
$99.00$59.00$257.00$0.00
Fitzroy Island Ferry
+ glass bottom boat
8.30am to 5pm 		Return ferry transfers between Cairns & Fitzroy Island including a 30 minute glass bottom boat tour (6+ hours on the island) $126.00$76.00$328.00$0.00
Fitzroy Island Ferry
+ snorkelling gear
8.30am to 5pm 		Return ferry transfers between Cairns & Fitzroy Island including snorkelling gear (6+ hours on the island) $126.00$76.00$328.00$0.00
Fitzroy Island Ferry
Half Day
10.45am to 3pm 		Return ferry transfers between Cairns & Fitzroy Island (2.5+ hours on the island)
This ferry service unavailable until 8th dec except for 9,10,11,12,19 & 22nd november) 		$99.00$59.00$257.00$0.00
Fitzroy Island Ferry
+ glass bottom boat
10.45am to 3pm 		Return ferry transfers between Cairns & Fitzroy Island including a 30 minute glass bottom boat tour (2.5+ hours on the island) $126.00$76.00$328.00$0.00
Fitzroy Island Ferry
+ snorkelling gear
10.45am to 3pm 		Return ferry transfers between Cairns & Fitzroy Island including snorkelling gear (2.5+ hours on the island) $126.00$76.00$328.00$0.00
Fitzroy Island Ferry
8.30am - 3pm 		Return ferry transfers between Cairns & Fitzroy Island including snorkelling gear (4+ hours on the island)
This ferry service unavailable until 8th dec except for 9,10,11,12,19 & 22nd november) 		$99.00$76.00$257.00$0.00
Fitzroy Island Ferry
+ glass bottom boat
8.30am to 3pm 		Return ferry transfers between Cairns & Fitzroy Island including a 30 minute glass bottom boat tour (4+ hours on the island) $126.00$76.00$328.00$0.00
Fitzroy Island Ferry
+ snorkelling gear
8.30am to 3pm 		Return ferry transfers between Cairns & Fitzroy Island including snorkelling gear (4+ hours on the island) $126.00$76.00$328.00$0.00
Fitzroy Island Ferry
10.45am - 5.00pm 		Return ferry transfers between Cairns & Fitzroy Island (4+ hours on the island)
This ferry service unavailable until 8th dec except for 9,10,11,12,19 & 22nd november) 		$99.00$59.00$257.00$0.00
Fitzroy Island Ferry + glass bottom boat 10.45am - 5pm Return ferry transfers between Cairns & Fitzroy Island including a 30 minute glass bottom boat tour (4+ hours on the island) $126.00$76.00$328.00$0.00
Fitzroy Island Ferry + snorkelling gear 10.45am - 5pm Return ferry transfers between Cairns & Fitzroy Island including snorkelling gear (4+ hours on the island) $126.00$76.00$328.00$0.00
LOW SEASON discount click here to subtract the low season discount
( 27/4/24 to 21/6/24 , 12/10/24 to 20/12/24 , 18/1/25 to 31/3/25, this discount will be applied to all bookings in this date range) 		-$4.00-$2.00-$10.00$0.00
+ snorkel experience 35 minute guided snorkelling tour - suitable for all swimmers, includes all gear (option only available 8.30 - 5.00pm & 10.45 - 5.00pm ferry times) $60.00$40.00$160.00 
+ snorkel safari tour 50 minute guided snorkelling tour - suitable for confident swimmers, includes all gear (option only available 8.30 - 5.00pm & 10.45 - 5.00pm ferry times) $70.00$50.00$190.00 
+ picnic lunch add a prepacked picnic lunch to your booking $22.00$22.00  
PLEASE NOTE: Children = 4 - 14 years, Infant = 0 - 3 years, Family is 2 adults & 2 children (4-14)
PLEASE NOTE: Payment in full is required for this cruise upon booking.
From 1/04/2025 to 31/03/2026 adult
bookings after 31/3/25 click here for prices and bookings from 1/4/25 $105.00
PLEASE NOTE: Children = 4 - 14 years, Infant = 0 - 3 years, Family is 2 adults & 2 children (4-14)
PLEASE NOTE: Payment in full is required for this cruise upon booking.

 



 FERRY TIMETABLE 

 Depart Cairns

 Arrive Fitzroy Island

 Depart Fitzroy Island

 Arrive Cairns

 8.30am 

 9.15am

 2.00pm*

 3.00pm*

 10.45am* 

 11.30am*

 4.00pm

 5.00pm

* This ferry service unavailable until 8th december except for 9,10,11,12,19 & 22nd november

  

Snorkelling

Uncrowded, untouched, unbelievable

Hire snorkel gear and explore the fringing coral reefs in both Welcome Bay and Nudey Beach, with hard and soft corals only meters from the shore. Flotation vests & lycra suits are included.

Glass Bottom Boat

Explore below from above!

Stay dry and book a ride around the island to see some of the best coral reefs around the island. Spot sea turtles and colorful fish as you are guided by our expert staff.

Picnic Lunch

Freshly prepared picnic lunch by Ochre Restaurant & Tropic Spirit Catering

Baguettes or Wraps plus all options come with a piece of Seasonal fruit, Muesli fruit bar, juice and bottle of water.

A choice of :

 

  • Double Smoked Leg Ham, Cheddar Cheese, Dijon Mustard, Tomato and Lettuce Baguette
  • Marinated Chicken Breast, Cucumber, Carrot, Herbed Mayonnaise and Salad Half Wrap
Options include Seasonal Whole Fruit and Carmen’s Chocolate and Cranberry Muesli Bar, Bottled Water and Juice

 

Dietary options available for vegetarian, celiac, gluten, pork free (must call to arrange) No infant lunch available

Snorkel Safari Tour

Our Snorkel Safari is suitable for those comfortable in the water and competent snorkellers.

Exclusive access to areas not accessible to other guests. A boat will drop guests and our Marine Biologist off at one of the abundant coral reefs Fitzroy Island has to offer. A great introduction to the reef with commentary.

50 minute tour Including snorkelling equipment, lycra suits and vests. Only $60 per adult / $50 per child 

 

Snorkel Experience Tour

Would you like to learn more about the Reef?

Our friendly and expert marine biologists will take a small group out to visit some of the abundant coral reefs Fitzroy Island has to offer such as Shark Fin Bay.

A boat will take the group out for an approx 35 minute snorkel tour and all equipment is supplied. A perfect introduction for first time snorkellers. Only $50 per adult / $40 per child



 
 

 Click here for Fitzroy Island Resort if you want to stay overnight on the Island

 

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+61 7 4057 4312


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