Green Island tour, air-conditioned 35-metre catamaran for an unforgettable Great Barrier Reef tour from Cairns to Green Island – the only coral cay on the Great Barrier Reef with a rainforest.
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Snorkel straight off the beach, glass bottom boat, island rainforest walks, pristine beaches.
With Green Island ferry tours leaving Cairns at both 9.00am and 11.00am, this is the perfect Great Barrier Reef tour choice for both the early riser and those wanting a holiday sleep in.
Your Great Barrier Reef tour to Green Island includes a great range of activities:
On the trip out to Green Island, a friendly crew member will provide a snorkelling demonstration and detailed descriptions of some of the amazing marine life you’re likely to encounter on the reef and around the island.
Your snorkel, fins and mask are included in the Green Island ferry tour price.
From the boat to the jetty, you’ll then be transported to a magical stretch of shoreline and it's time to enter an underwater world of coral gardens, dazzling reef fish, sea turtles and giant clams.
Nature enthusiasts will love the self-guided eco walk around Green Island.
You can also choose from a range of fun-filled optional extra activities:
If you are a cruise ship passenger looking for the best shore tours in Cairns read more on our cruise ship shore tours page.
Choose from rising with the birds to board the early 9.00am Cairns Island Tour to Green Island on the Great Barrier Reef (you may see sea eagles and osprey soaring alongside the boat) or sleep in and take the 11.00am reef tour.
Your trusty steed for the day is a luxurious, air-conditioned 35-metre catamaran, equipped with spacious air conditioned cabins.
Sip a complimentary coffee or tea upon boarding then get ready for the trip of a lifetime.
Travel time to the beautiful coral cay of Green Island is just under an hour.
Jump aboard a custom built glass bottom boat tour for 30 minutes of reef viewing pleasure.
You'll view the coral gardens and colourful fish from a different perspective and hear all about the Great Barrier Reef and its eco-system from a marine naturalist.
This small but unforgettable facet of the tour even includes fish feeding!
The perfect Great Barrier Reef tour activity for non-swimmers.
Exclusive access to areas not accessible to other guests at Green Island. A tender boat will take you and our marine biologist to drift snorkel one of Green Islands magnificent walls, famous for their extensive coral formations and schools of fish & marine life.
Pre book your Snorkel Safari tour via our booking cart.
During this 45 minute session you will practice using your equipment in the shallow waters at Green Island straight off the beach. Once you are comfortable you will explore the coral gardens with the assistance of an experienced snorkeller. Minimum age is 6 years old for this activity.
Pre book your Snorkel experience tour via our booking cart.
Imagine exploring the vibrant reef and marine life from the comfort on an air-conditioned semi-submersible submarine tour.
You can marvel at the multi hued coral gardens and rainbow shoals of tropical fish while listening to an informative briefing of how the two have co-existed for millions of years.
This is a wonderful way to view the Great Barrier Reef for people of all ages and abilities – perfect for non-swimmers or if you don't feel like getting wet.
If you’re just in need of a few snacks and a cold drink, these can be purchased on the boat.
You might want to bring a little spare cash for these goodies.
Or for a small extra fee, you can order a delicious hot and cold buffet lunch with seasonal tropical fruits.
What makes Green Island so unique is it is the only coral cay in the Great Barrier Reef to have a rainforest and is home to over 120 species of plants and over 55 species of birds.
Explore Green Island’s unique flora and fauna on a rainforest walk.
Stroll along the beautiful island boardwalk, which winds around sandy coves and threads through lush rainforest.
You’ll find little gems of information about the island's unique flora and fauna on placards along the way.
Keep your eye out for some of the rare native birdlife, including:
Enjoy spectacular views as you soar like a bird over the world’s largest coral reef in a scenic helicopter flight from Green Islands golden beaches.
Seeing the beauty of this World Heritage-listed site from above is a memory that will stay with you for the rest of your life.
During June – September, you might even see the dark shadows of migrating humpback whales and Dwarf Minke whales or a pod of playful dolphins.
Cairns
9.00am & 11.00am
Check in 30 minutes prior to departure time
January - December
Daily
Surcharge applies on Christmas Day
Option 1 FDBC (5.5 hours on Green Island): Check in 8.30am – Departs 9.00am – Arrives Green Island 10.15am – Departs Green Island 3.45pm – Arrives back at Cairns 5.00pm
Option 2 FDRR (4.5 hours on Green Island): Check in 10.30am – Departs 11.00am – Arrives Green Island 11.45am – Departs Green Island 4.15pm – Arrives back at Cairns 5.00pm
Low
Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, towel, shirt to swim in (slip, slop, slap) cash or credit card for snorkel deposit, cash for drinks and snacks. Film, sunscreen and souvenirs available for sale on board the boat tour. Snorkeling deposit: $30 "Refundable Deposit" is required for the hire of snorkeling gear — cash or credit card imprint.
Wheelchair access for folding wheelchair only.
Wheelchair ramp
Limited wheelchair ramps
You must arrange your own local transport in advance.
All cancellations must be in writing.
We understand things may change, so we have made cancellations very easy.
In every instance we always recommend you purchase travel insurance for life’s last-minute hiccups.
Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Operators policy:
au$116.00
Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.
Child:
au$58.00
Family: au$290.00
Tour Code: 11