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Sea Kayaking
   

This fully guided tour offers a tranquil way to see the beauty of the reef and Fitzroy Island. Explore the Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island by sea kayak, with no experience necessary. After transferring to Fitzroy Island by fast catamaran, have a safety briefing before taking to the water to explore this remote island's hidden delights and private beaches. Enjoy a well-earned, hearty picnic lunch on a secluded beach and snorkel the island reefs, or laze in the sun.

   

Sea Kayaking on Fitzroy Island  
   

8.00am – 8.30am
Meet your Guides at the Fitzroy Ferries Desk at the Reef Fleet Terminal, to collect your boarding pass prior to departure.

8.30am - 9.30am
Transfer by fast catamaran to Fitzroy Island on board the Fitzroy Flyer.

9.30am –10.30am
Enjoy some free time while your Guides prepare the kayaking gear, then receive basic paddling and safety instructions.

10.30am –12.30pm
Commence paddle around Fitzroy Island.

12.30pm – 2.00pm
Enjoy a picnic lunch on secluded Little Fitzroy Island, snorkel the Barrier Reef and enjoy a guided walk to the light house.

2.00pm – 4.00pm
Continue with the second half of the paddle before returning to the island resort for free time to shower or enjoy a cold drink.

5.00pm – 6.00pm
Return to Cairns.

   

Tour Inclusions

  • Fast catamaran transfers from Cairns to Fitzroy Island

  • 3 Hours of fully guided sea kayaking, with all tuition provided and no experience necessary

  • Snorkeling equipment inc. prescription masks if required

  • Private beach and guided walk to island lighthouse

  • Tropical lunch in a natural cave on Little Fitzroy Island

  • Departs Daily from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal at 8.30am

  • Departs Fitzroy Island at 5.00pm

Optional Extras

  • Stinger suit hire

  • Return coach transfers

What to bring

  • Towel, bathing suit, t-shirt, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses

  • Cash or credit card for additional purchases

   
Why Raging Thunder?  
   

Raging Thunder Adventures is the largest adventure company in Australia. They have a reputation for excellence and have established themselves as a World Leader in Adventure Tourism.

Raging Thunder also specializes in adventure eco tourism. Their guides are trained to leave nothing but a footprint and take nothing but photos. With highly trained staff and beautiful surroundings, you are guaranteed to take life long memories away with you!

 
 

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