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Adult

15+ years

$155.00

Child

4 - 14 years

$89.00

Family

2 Adults + 2 Children

$399.00

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Whale Watching Tour

Don’t forget your camera as you are set for an incredible day out on the water with Whale Watching Tours Cairns. Cruising on one of our premium stable catamaran’s. you will venture out towards the Great Barrier Reef and witness the majestic Humpback Whale migration.

Want to enjoy Fitzroy Island prior to the Whale Watching Tour? Choose the 08:30am departure time.

Love a sleep in? Choose our 10:45am departure and enjoy Fitzroy Island after the Whale watching tour.

See more below on what to expect on your day!

08.30am Itinerary

  • 08:30
    • Depart on a 45 minute catamaran transfer to Fitzroy Island and enjoy two and half hours of free time on the island before the Whale Watching Tour.
      Explore Fitzroy Island Cairns Tours Great Barrier Reef
    • Meet back at the dock at Fitzroy Island to commence your Whale Watching experience.
  • 12:00
    • Whale Watching Tour – Approx 90mins.People on boat whale in front
    • Boat heads back to Fitzroy Island.
  •  14:00
    • Depart Fitzroy Island and arrive back at Cairns at 14:50.Vessel Explore Fitzroy Island Cairns Tours Great Barrier Reef
  • Want more time at Fitzroy Island?!
    • Passengers can jump on the 4pm if there are available spaces. Please speak to our crew on the day to see if there is availability or contact our Res dept before the day of travel to see if this is possible. Arrive back in Cairns at 16:50.Explore Fitzroy Island Cairns Tours Great Barrier Reef

10.45am Itinerary

  • 10:45
    • Depart on a 45 minute catamaran transfer to Fitzroy Island before the Whale Watching Tour.
  • 12:00
    • Whale Watching Tour – Approx 90mins.
      Whale Watching Great Barrier Reef Cairns Tours
  • 14:00
    • 2.5 hours free time at Fitzroy Island.
    • Explore Fitzroy Island Cairns Tours Great Barrier Reef
  • OR Don’t want to stay at Fitzroy Island after?
    • Passengers that choose the 10:45am service not wanting any time at Fitzroy Island may have the opportunity to return on the earlier service to Cairns, this is subject to availability and cannot be booked online. Ask our team on the day. Arrive back in Cairns at 14:50.
  • 16:00
    • Depart Fitzroy Island and arrive at Cairns at 16:45.Vessel Explore Fitzroy Island Cairns Tours Great Barrier Reef

What To Bring

Extra cash or a credit card

For any onboard purchases including optional activities, souvenirs, professional onboard photos and bar items (Visa, MasterCard – surcharges apply).

Things For The Trip Home

Towel, hat, sunglasses, sun screen and a dry change of clothes.

Protective Shoes

Fitzroy Island has coral beaches, so shoes or flip-flops are a great idea.

Optional Extras

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Snorkel Equipment Hire

Snorkel equipment can be booked for your use during your time on Fitzroy. Equipment includes mask, snorkel, fins, lycra suit and flotation vests.

Glass Bottom Boat Tours

Glass Bottom Boat Tours

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.

Lockers

Lockers

Small lockers available at Foxy’s bar for a small charge if required – while theft is very rare we suggest valuables are better off left in your hotel room or with the concierge.

Experience Co coach and bus transfers

Coach Transfers

Please call us to discuss transfers if you need them from your hotel. Additional cost per person applies. Available for 0830am departures only.

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