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Cairns to Fitzroy Island: Guided Whale Watching Cruise + Snorkel Equipment Hire + Island Free Time
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Highlights

  • Witness migrating humpback whales along the Cairns to Fitzroy route during the mid-July to early September season, often seen breaching, tail slapping, and surfacing.
  • Split your day between a 1.5-hour humpback whale-watching cruise aboard a premium, stable catamaran and unhurried free time on Fitzroy Island.
  • After the cruise, travel by ferry to Fitzroy Island and enjoy up to 2.5 hours to explore, relax on the beach, or walk through rainforest trails.
  • Make the most of your island time with snorkel equipment provided, including mask, snorkel, fins, and lycra suit, for exploring Fitzroy Island’s coral reefs and marine life.

Your Experience

Experience a full day of marine wildlife and island discovery, combining a seasonal humpback whale-watching cruise with time to explore Fitzroy Island and its surrounding reefs at your own pace.

Getting started

Make your way to Cairns Marina and check in at the designated departure point listed on your voucher. Present your mobile ticket for validation before boarding. Follow the pre-departure safety briefing before setting off.

What to expect

A Great Barrier Reef experience combining a 1.5-hour humpback whale-watching cruise with time to explore Fitzroy Island’s beaches, rainforest trails, and reef environment.

Features

  • Whale-watching cruise: Board a premium, stable catamaran and enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise during humpback whale migration season, with chances to see whales breaching, tail slapping, and surfacing offshore.

  • Fitzroy Island free time: Continue by ferry to Fitzroy Island and enjoy up to 2.5 hours at leisure to relax on the beach, unwind, or explore scenic rainforest walking trails.

  • Snorkelling experience: Make the most of your island time with snorkel equipment provided, including mask, snorkel, fins, and lycra suit, allowing you to explore Fitzroy Island’s coral reefs and marine life at your own pace.

Wrapping up

Return to Cairns by ferry at the scheduled departure time, concluding your whale-watching and island experience.

Inclusions

  • 1.5-hour whale watching cruise to see the Humpback Whale migration
  • Cruise aboard a premium, stable catamaran
  • 45-minute return ferry to Fitzroy Island
  • Up to 2.5 hours of free time to explore Fitzroy Island
  • Snorkel equipment hire on Fitzroy Island including mask, snorkel, fins and lycra suit

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Voucher format: Bring your voucher in the format specified in your booking confirmation to board the cruise. Clothing: Wear light, windproof layers, as it can be cooler and breezier on the water than on shore. Sun protection: Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses, as you will spend time on open decks and on Fitzroy Island. Footwear: Wear closed, non-slip shoes suitable for walking on a boat deck and island paths. Snorkelling time: Bring swimwear and a towel if you plan to use the snorkel equipment on Fitzroy Island.

Wildlife interaction: Do not attempt to touch or feed wildlife at any point during the cruise or on Fitzroy Island.

Seasonality: Whale watching tours run from mid-July to early September, and dates may change each year. Operating dates: Tours operate daily from 15 July 2026 to 6 September 2026, subject to change by the operator. Sighting guarantee: A specific whale sighting guarantee is not stated, so sightings cannot be assured on every cruise. Child policy: Child fares apply to ages 4 to 14 years, and at least one adult is required per booking. Infant policy: Infant fares apply to ages 0 to 3 years for this cruise. Availability: Some dates or departure times may not be available due to limited capacity or operational reasons.

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