If you and your partner are soon expecting a baby, a babymoon is the perfect opportunity to whisk yourselves away for some romance and relaxation before baby arrives. A babymoon means you can take some special time to focus solely on one another before your family grows and allows you to indulge in yourselves before you welcome your new family member.
It doesn’t get much more relaxing than on a tropical island, right? Spending your days under the sun, by the aqua ocean waters or resort pool, with your feet up, relaxing… Ah, heaven! Let’s take a look together now at why Fitzroy Island is the ultimate destination for your babymoon with your special someone.
Location
Situated right in the heart of Tropical Far North Queensland is the tropical island paradise of Fitzroy Island. Located just off the coast of Cairns, Fitzroy Island is easy to reach, by means of a short 45-minute Fast Cat ride from the Cairns Marina. Covered 97% by National Park (think lush rainforest vegetation and gorgeous coastal woodlands) and surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef, you really can’t beat Fitzroy Island for your babymoon location.
Rest and Relaxation Destination
Fitzroy Island has it all when it comes to putting your feet up and indulging in rest and relaxation. Choose to kick back on one of the island’s stunning coconut palm-lined beaches, such as Nudey Beach (ranked number one in Australia’s Top 101 Beaches Awards for 2018). Or, perhaps you wish to lounge comfortably by the resort pool. A babymoon to Fitzroy Island is the perfect opportunity to indulge in a good book (or two!) and perhaps even a mocktail from the resort pool’s swim-up bar.
And who can forget the pure bliss of a massage on their babymoon! Choose to indulge in a heavenly foot massage by the resort pool, or for something extra special, an in-room massage service (couples’ massage is also available).
Explore the Great Barrier Reef
A visit to Fitzroy Island just isn’t complete without a romantic adventure exploring the magic of the surrounding Great Barrier Reef. Whether you choose to do so via snorkelling (a spectacular way to view the incredible sea life below) or glass-bottom sea kayak, or perhaps take a gentle cruise on one of the island’s Glass Bottom Boat Tours, exploring the Great Barrier Reef straight from the shore of Fitzroy Island is a must-do activity on your babymoon to this spectacular location.
Enjoy our Walking Tracks
Explore the beauty of Fitzroy Island’s National Park, by taking one of the island’s many walking trails. Whether you choose just a gentle stroll (such as a 5-minute, easy walking track) or something a little longer (such as a 30-minute walk, all the way up to 3+ hour hikes), there is something for everyone, depending on your fitness level/health and stage of pregnancy. Where appropriate, you might like to try two of our most popular island trails:
Nudey Beach Track (1km return, 45 minutes long)
Enjoy a leisurely stroll through exquisite tropical rainforest vegetation as well as beautiful coastal woodlands, and arrive at the breathtaking and award-winning Nudey Beach – a white coral beach framed by lush rainforest vegetation and granite boulders, gently sloping down to stunning aqua warm ocean waters. Nudey Beach really does have to be seen to be believed!
Secret Garden Track (1km return, 45 minutes long)
The Secret Garden Track enables you to explore the western side of the island’s jetty, and allows you to take in the natural beauty of this spot’s giant granite boulders, alongside spectacular, lush tropical rainforest vegetation.
Accommodation Options
All accommodation at Fitzroy Island Resort is right by the ocean and tucked away amongst lush tropical rainforest. A wide array of accommodation options is available, with something to suit all tastes and budgets. Elect to stay in a Butterfly Bungalow or Beach Cabin, if you’re really looking to capture the island vibe of living. Or for something a little more luxurious, you might like to consider a Resort Studio, one of our Suites, or even the luxurious Penthouse.
A babymoon at Fitzroy Island means you can do as little or as much as you like, or perhaps a bit of both. Either way, a babymoon amongst this tropical island paradise is an incredible and memorable way to celebrate you and your partner before welcoming the next addition to your family!
