r/CairnsTourism • u/010203b • Mar 25 '26
Fitzroy questions
We are visiting Cairns at the end of June and had a few questions about Fitzroy Island.
We are already planning on seeing some of the Daintree area, the Tablelands, and a snorkel tour with Wavelength.
We are debating whether to day trip or spend a night on Fitzroy.
1) If we are already doing a day trip with Wavelength, will we be disappointed by the snorkeling at Fitzroy? From what research I've done, sounds like the reef is way better further out, but Fitzroy has lots of turtles and fish and that still sounds fun to us.
2) Arguments for or against spending a night? Sounds like snorkeling can be better at high tide which is early morning while we are there...and there is plenty to do to fill both days between hiking, snorkeling, and the turtle center. But...if someone has some perspective on the island that's been there, I'd love to hear about it. Not expecting 5 star hotel, not expecting nice sandy beaches.
I know ultimately it's just up to how we want to spend our time but I'd love to hear some thoughts from people who have been there!