Whale Watching

Cairns to Fitzroy Island: Guided Whale Watching Cruise + Island Free Time

Cruise aboard a premium, stable catamaran on a 1.5-hour whale-watching experience designed for comfortable viewing during the migration season.

Learn from a knowledgeable guide, with safety gear included, plus return ferry transfers and up to 2.5 hours to explore Fitzroy Island at your own pace.

Operating from mid-July to early September, this seasonal cruise follows the humpback whale migration route, with opportunities to spot whales breaching, tail slapping, and surfacing near Fitzroy Island.

Make your day even better by upgrading your experience with a guided glass-bottom boat tour or snorkel gear hire to explore Fitzroy Island's coral reefs and marine life.

1.5-hour guided whale-watching cruise

Premium stable catamaran vessel

45-minute return ferry to the island

Up to 2.5 hours of free time on the island

Walk through the rainforest

Glass-bottom boat ride [as per option selected]

Snorkel equipment [as per option selected]

체험 시작 24시간 전까지( 24 ) 티켓을 취소하고 전액 환불받을 수 있습니다.

Combine seasonal humpback whale watching with free time on Fitzroy Island, enjoying a comfortable catamaran cruise and the flexibility to explore the island at your own pace.

Getting started

Make your way to the Cairns marina area and check in at the location specified on your voucher. Present your mobile ticket for validation before boarding. Listen to the safety briefing and collect any required safety gear before departure.

What to expect

This seasonal experience combines whale watching along the Great Barrier Reef with time to explore the natural beauty of Fitzroy Island.

Features

Whale-watching cruise: Board a premium, stable catamaran and spend 1.5 hours searching for humpback whales during their annual migration. A knowledgeable guide shares insights into whale behaviour and the surrounding marine environment.

Fitzroy Island free time: After the cruise, take a 45-minute ferry to Fitzroy Island and enjoy up to 2.5 hours to explore at your leisure.

Rainforest walk: Follow walking trails through the island's tropical rainforest and discover its natural landscapes away from the shoreline.

Upgrade to glass-bottom boat tour or snorkel equipment: Upgrade with a glass-bottom boat tour for coral and marine life views, or snorkel gear hire to explore Fitzroy Island’s reefs at your own pace.

Wrapping up

Return to Cairns by ferry at the scheduled departure time to conclude your experience.

What to bring

Voucher format: Bring your digital or printed voucher to check in for your cruise and ferry.

Clothing: Wear light, windproof layers, as conditions can be cooler and breezier on the water.

Sun protection: Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses for time on the open decks and on Fitzroy Island.

What’s not allowed

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

Additional information

Child policy: Child fares apply to ages 4 to 14 years on this experience.

Infant policy: Infants aged 0 to 3 years travel free on this cruise.

Booking requirement: A minimum of 1 paying adult is required per booking.

Family discount: A family discount is available for 2 adults and 2 children on this tour.

Operating dates: Tours operate daily from 15 July to 6 September 2026, and dates may change.

Availability: Some dates or departure times may not be available due to demand or operations.

Sighting guarantee: The operator has not specified a whale sighting guarantee for this cruise.

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.

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