A 45-minute high-speed catamaran ride whisks you to Fitzroy Island — a pristine National Park island ringed by fringing coral reef and blanketed in tropical rainforest. Snorkel directly from the beach, hike to a lighthouse with sweeping Coral Sea views, or simply unwind in paradise.
What to expect
Step off the catamaran onto a beach of golden sand fringed by coral just metres from shore. Snorkel among sea turtles and reef fish in calm, crystal-clear water, or take the lighthouse hike for 360° views over the Coral Sea. The resort's beachfront restaurant serves fresh coral trout for lunch. Afternoon catamarans return to Cairns marina with time to spare before all-aboard.
Good to know
The Fitzroy Island ferry departs daily from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal (adjacent to the cruise terminal). Last return ferry is typically 4:30 pm — check the current schedule when booking. Pre-book snorkel gear online to avoid the desk queue on arrival.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Cairns — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Cairns
- Outer Great Barrier Reef: Dive & Snorkel with Silverswift
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway + Kuranda Scenic Railway Combo
- Hartley's Crocodile Adventures: Exclusive Wildlife Encounter
- Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation: Small-Group 4WD Day
- Aboriginal Dreamtime & Cultural Walk — Mossman Gorge
- Josephine Falls & Babinda Boulders: Private Rainforest Day