Fitzroy Island

Fitzroy Island is one of the most unspoilt islands adjacent to the Great Barrier Reef. Fitzroy Island National Park is a mountainous rainforest oasis surrounded by fringing reef formations.

Fitzroy Island

Enjoy the resort facilities and rainforest walks to white coral beaches and spectacular lookouts. Fitzroy Island also offers a wide range of water sport activities as well as snorkelling, introductory and certified diving and a learn-to-dive school.

The island is 339 hectares in size, 324 of which is protected as Fitzroy Island National Park. The island is on the continental shelf and is within sight of the mainland; in fact, it's a peak in a mountain chain which lies south of Cairns.

The reef surrounding Fitzroy Island is a "Fringing Reef". Fitzroy Island is located on the Inner Barrier of the Central Region of the Great Barrier Reef. It is part of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area.

Fitzroy Island Accommodation

Fitzroy Island is no frills budget island holiday accommodation. The perfect getaway location for relaxation and all the scenery you can handle.

Beach Bunkhouses: In 3 blocks of 32 rooms, they are located just 30 metres from the beach set under a canopy of shady palm trees and cooled by sea breezes and ceiling fans. The Bunkhouses consist of dormitory/hostel type rooms that sleep four people. There are four beach bunk houses that have a double bed. Each room also has lockable storage space and access to a communal freshwater bathroom/shower.

Beach Cabins: have garden views through to Welcome Bay, and have two rooms, the main with one Queen bed and the other room with a bunk bed. Each of the 8 separate cabins have private ensuites, and are cooled by tropical sea breezes and ceiling fans. The cabins also have television, tea and coffee making facilities and shaded verandahs which make the cabins an ideal family option.