Fitzroy Island: 2, 3 or 5 Nights for Two with Breakfast, Late Check-Out and Transfers at Fitzroy Island Resort

The Hotel: Fitzroy Island Resort

Fitzroy Island Resort opened in 2010 as the sole resort on the island and offers sun-seekers the chance to experience its vast national parkland, sparkling beaches and exotic marine life. The collection of suites, apartments, studios and cabins are finished in style, from the luxe marble and wood finishes to the crisp white linen and warm décor accents. Acres of manicured gardens give way to a sprawling pool, while a spa, cinema and kid’s games room provide even more opportunities for holiday fun.

Groupies are transferred from Cairns via a Fast Cat boat ride before bunking down in their resort studio. Spend each morning in the restaurant feasting on a cooked buffet breakfast before heading out and treating fish to a feeding. By night, visit Foxy’s Bar and Café on the beach for live entertainment on the weekends or pick up supplies at the General Store to grab a snack or two. Check-out at the later time of 12pm before catching the Fast Cat back to reality.

• TripAdvisor: 4 / 5

Resort Studio

• Bed size/type: Queen or two single beds
• Standard occupancy: Two people
• Maximum occupancy: Two people
• This room is 32 sqm in size and features an en suite marble-tiled bathroom with a shower

The Area: Fitzroy Island, QLD

Set in the midst of the Great Barrier Reef, Fitzroy Island at first seems like a mythical oasis with its abundance of natural beauty, from the rolling mountains that can be spotted from the mainland to the dense rainforest covering most of the sandy sanctuary. Just a 45-minute Fast Cat trip from Cairns, the island celebrates all that is special about far north Queensland including aquamarine beaches and friendly sea life like turtles, colourful coral and fish of all shapes and sizes. Whether it’s for an adventurous day trip or relaxing stay, Fitzroy Island allows visitors to get back to nature and celebrate untouched landscapes in a sunny setting.

Begin stays by celebrating the wonder that is the Great Barrier Reef. Grab a snorkel and set out to explore the coral formations, meeting friendly marine life along the way while savouring the calmness that comes with being in an underwater wonderland. Those who prefer to stay above the surface are not left out, with the choice to take a turn in a glass-bottomed boat or jump in a kayak. Or simply hang out on the white shores of the island with a good book, and dive into the water to cool off from the tropical heat.

Nature warriors are kept entertained with even more organic experiences. Hike one of five trails of varying difficulty around the island, scaling the sides of mountains to be rewarded with views out over distant islands. Learn about the flora and fauna of the area in the meantime, which can be enhanced further with a visit to the turtle rehabilitation centre.

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