13 September 2005 Fitzroy Island

A great stretch of calm weather has allowed us a relaxing time at this Great Barrier Reef island National Park about 15nm from Cairns. There is a low-key resort here, plenty of rainforest walks and some good snorkelling over the fringing reef. Fish abound and at night we watch them splashing around the boat, attracted by the anchor light. We chose to take things easy this way rather than making too many more miles north or even driving the beautiful Cairns hinterland as Lyndall has very limited daily bursts of energy. Sitting and enjoying the view is about it!