Cairns: 2-Day Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island Tour
ID: GYG689322-1131942
Category:
Country: Australia
Duration:
2 days
Description
Experience the Outer Great Barrier Reef and the breathtaking Fitzroy Island on a 2-day tour from Cairns. Discover excellent snorkeling spots, visit a tropical island, and learn about local history.
Discover the vibrant colors of the Outer Great Barrier Reef and the tropical surroundings of Fitzroy Island on 2 tours from Cairns. Enjoy a snorkeling cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef on the first day, followed by a visit to snorkeling spots off Fitzroy Island on the second day.
Day 1
Meet your marine biologist guides and local cultural experts in Cairns and embark on a snorkeling cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Explore some of the top snorkeling sites, based on the the day's condition. Potential sites include Milln, Flynn, Hastings, Saxon, Norman, or Thetford Reef.
Enjoy 5 hours of snorkeling time from the boat, savor a delicious buffet lunch, and take some time to relax on the deck. You’ll have plenty of time to do as much or as little as you like, without feeling rushed.
Interact with original clap sticks and fire poles, and enjoy live demonstrations of traditional dances and the didgeridoo. After a day of exploration, return to Cairns for the evening.
Day 2
On the second day, enjoy a cruise to Fitzroy Island. Experience the rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef, and a tropical island all in one day from Cairns.
Travel along the coastline and arrive at the island that is largely untouched. Explore this protected National Park with walking tracks through the rainforest and heathland. Head to the spectacular Nudey Beach, where you can enjoy some time for snorkeling or sunbathing, with a picnic lunch.
After exploring the lush surroundings on the island, relax on the return journey to Cairns.
Highlights
- Discover the Outer Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island on a 2-day from Cairns
- Snorkel among vibrant coral and beautiful marine life at the Great Barrier Reef
- Enjoy a tasty buffet lunch onboard and enjoy a live didgeridoo performance
- Explore the secluded Fitzroy Island by following rainforest and coastal trails
- Relax on the beautiful beaches and snorkel on the shores of the island
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Fitzroy Island tour is automatically scheduled for the day after the Outer Great Barrier Reef tour
If you wish to change the date of the Fitzroy Island tour, please contact the activity provider directly
Check-in is directly at the vessels on each day. The Dreamtime vessel is located at Marlin Marina - MW6
The Fitzroy Island Adventures vessel is located at Marlin Marina - A Finger 6
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
