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Green Island Cruises

Sail from Cairns to Green Island in the Great Barrier Reef. Dive into our catamaran cruises or semi-submarine tour. Experience the reef's beauty.
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Slide 1 of 14, Cruise boats on clear waters near Green Island, Great Barrier Reef, Australia.
Cruise boats on clear waters near Green Island, Great Barrier Reef, Australia.
4 hrs
  • Set off on a high-speed half-day cruise to Green Island aboard a modern, air-conditioned catamaran—perfect for those short on time.

  • Choose your reef encounter: snorkel through vibrant coral gardens or relax on a glass-bottom boat tour for stunning marine views.

  • Receive a quick yet thorough safety briefing before diving into your aquatic adventure, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.

  • Spend over 2 hours on the island—stroll rainforest boardwalks, unwind on sandy beaches, or upgrade to a semi-submarine ride for a unique underwater view.

  • Designed for busy travelers, this experience delivers the essential highlights of the Great Barrier Reef in one efficient and memorable trip.

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  • Set off on a high-speed half-day cruise to Green Island aboard a modern, air-conditioned catamaran—perfect for those short on time.

  • Choose your reef encounter: snorkel through vibrant coral gardens or relax on a glass-bottom boat tour for stunning marine views.

  • Receive a quick yet thorough safety briefing before diving into your aquatic adventure, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.

  • Spend over 2 hours on the island—stroll rainforest boardwalks, unwind on sandy beaches, or upgrade to a semi-submarine ride for a unique underwater view.

  • Designed for busy travelers, this experience delivers the essential highlights of the Great Barrier Reef in one efficient and memorable trip.

from
AU$110
Slide 1 of 13, Catamaran docked at Green Island, surrounded by coral reef and turquoise waters.
Catamaran docked at Green Island, surrounded by coral reef and turquoise waters.
6 hrs - 8 hrs
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  • Journey to Green Island aboard the spacious 'Big Cat' catamaran and enjoy a full day exploring this unique coral cay, where vibrant reef meets lush rainforest—entirely at your own pace.

  • Choose how you'll witness the underwater magic. Snorkel straight off the pristine beaches, glide over coral gardens on a glass-bottom boat tour, or descend for a submariner's view in our semi-submarine. Guided snorkel safaris are also available.

  • Wander shaded rainforest boardwalks under ancient trees, relax on sun-kissed white sand beaches, or dive into the turquoise waters. Enjoy up to 5 hours of leisure time to explore Green Island's beaches and rainforest trails independently.

  • For a fully planned day, opt for the tour that includes a buffet lunch. You'll enjoy freshly-prepared hot and cold items with native Australian ingredients from an award-winning restaurant.

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  • Journey to Green Island aboard the spacious 'Big Cat' catamaran and enjoy a full day exploring this unique coral cay, where vibrant reef meets lush rainforest—entirely at your own pace.

  • Choose how you'll witness the underwater magic. Snorkel straight off the pristine beaches, glide over coral gardens on a glass-bottom boat tour, or descend for a submariner's view in our semi-submarine. Guided snorkel safaris are also available.

  • Wander shaded rainforest boardwalks under ancient trees, relax on sun-kissed white sand beaches, or dive into the turquoise waters. Enjoy up to 5 hours of leisure time to explore Green Island's beaches and rainforest trails independently.

  • For a fully planned day, opt for the tour that includes a buffet lunch. You'll enjoy freshly-prepared hot and cold items with native Australian ingredients from an award-winning restaurant.

from
AU$110
Slide 1 of 12, Snorkelers exploring coral reefs at Fitzroy & Green Islands.
Snorkelers exploring coral reefs at Fitzroy & Green Islands.
8 hrs 30 mins
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  • Visit Fitzroy and Green Islands in one day, with over 6 hours to explore the Great Barrier Reef.

  • Join expert marine commentary and a biology presentation; snorkel or relax among colorful fish, turtles, and coral reefs.

  • Explore rainforest walking trails, pristine beaches, and rich marine life; snorkelling gear included with selected options.

  • Travel comfortably between islands with smooth, well-timed transfers.

  • Upgrade your experience with a Fitzroy glass-bottom boat tour, snorkelling gear for both islands, or a picnic lunch.

  • Ideal for time-limited travelers, two iconic islands in one seamless day.

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  • Visit Fitzroy and Green Islands in one day, with over 6 hours to explore the Great Barrier Reef.

  • Join expert marine commentary and a biology presentation; snorkel or relax among colorful fish, turtles, and coral reefs.

  • Explore rainforest walking trails, pristine beaches, and rich marine life; snorkelling gear included with selected options.

  • Travel comfortably between islands with smooth, well-timed transfers.

  • Upgrade your experience with a Fitzroy glass-bottom boat tour, snorkelling gear for both islands, or a picnic lunch.

  • Ideal for time-limited travelers, two iconic islands in one seamless day.

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AU$196
Slide 1 of 10, Tourists observing marine life through a glass-bottom boat on a Cairns to Green Island cruise.
Tourists observing marine life through a glass-bottom boat on a Cairns to Green Island cruise.
4 hrs - 8 hrs
  • Cruise from Cairns to Green Island and enjoy a guided glass-bottom boat tour, included with every ticket.

  • Choose between a full-day adventure with 5 hours on Green Island or a half-day escape with 2 hours to explore.

  • Stroll island boardwalks and trails at your own pace, with plenty of time to soak up Green Island’s natural beauty.

  • Glide across crystal-clear waters and watch coral gardens and tropical fish come alive beneath you, all from the comfort of a glass-bottom boat.

  • Learn about the Great Barrier Reef’s wonders with onboard snorkeling demonstrations and a reef presentation.

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  • Cruise from Cairns to Green Island and enjoy a guided glass-bottom boat tour, included with every ticket.

  • Choose between a full-day adventure with 5 hours on Green Island or a half-day escape with 2 hours to explore.

  • Stroll island boardwalks and trails at your own pace, with plenty of time to soak up Green Island’s natural beauty.

  • Glide across crystal-clear waters and watch coral gardens and tropical fish come alive beneath you, all from the comfort of a glass-bottom boat.

  • Learn about the Great Barrier Reef’s wonders with onboard snorkeling demonstrations and a reef presentation.

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AU$122
Slide 1 of 8, Sailing boat on the ocean during Cairns to Great Barrier Reef and Green Island cruise.
Sailing boat on the ocean during Cairns to Great Barrier Reef and Green Island cruise.
9 hrs
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  • Sail on a small-group cruise with early access to Upolu Cay and the Wonder Wall, ensuring a personalized marine adventure each moment.

  • Enjoy guided snorkel tours led by marine experts with a high crew-to-guest ratio, delivering safety and unforgettable insights throughout the journey.

  • Relish a premium buffet lunch onboard featuring smoked salmon, prawns, and more—perfectly complementing your immersive reef exploration.

  • Capture early, exclusive access to pristine reef sites with a glass-bottom boat option for non-swimmers, ensuring every guest gets an extraordinary view.

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  • Sail on a small-group cruise with early access to Upolu Cay and the Wonder Wall, ensuring a personalized marine adventure each moment.

  • Enjoy guided snorkel tours led by marine experts with a high crew-to-guest ratio, delivering safety and unforgettable insights throughout the journey.

  • Relish a premium buffet lunch onboard featuring smoked salmon, prawns, and more—perfectly complementing your immersive reef exploration.

  • Capture early, exclusive access to pristine reef sites with a glass-bottom boat option for non-swimmers, ensuring every guest gets an extraordinary view.

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AU$289
Slide 1 of 10, Snorkelers exploring coral at Moore Reef with a cruise ship in the background, Great Barrier Reef.
Snorkelers exploring coral at Moore Reef with a cruise ship in the background, Great Barrier Reef.
8 hrs - 9 hrs
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  • The Moore Reef pontoon is equipped with activities suitable for all ages, including a giant waterslide—the only one of its kind on the Great Barrier Reef.

  • Spend 4 hours exploring the reef by taking advantage of the free inclusions such as glass-bottom boat tours, all snorkeling equipment, and an underwater observatory.

  • Enhance your reef adventure with additional experiences, such as the Seawalker helmet dive or guided snorkel tours, perfect for swimmers and non-swimmers alike.

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  • The Moore Reef pontoon is equipped with activities suitable for all ages, including a giant waterslide—the only one of its kind on the Great Barrier Reef.

  • Spend 4 hours exploring the reef by taking advantage of the free inclusions such as glass-bottom boat tours, all snorkeling equipment, and an underwater observatory.

  • Enhance your reef adventure with additional experiences, such as the Seawalker helmet dive or guided snorkel tours, perfect for swimmers and non-swimmers alike.

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AU$307
Slide 1 of 14, Aerial view of a pontoon with tourists in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia.
Aerial view of a pontoon with tourists in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia.
8 hrs - 9 hrs
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  • Experience a complete reef adventure on the newest all‑weather pontoon at the outer reef, where clearer waters and vibrant coral create a truly immersive setting.

  • Benefit from a friendly, locally owned Cairns crew known for personalised service and access to premium snorkelling and diving equipment.

  • Enjoy diverse water activities: a glass‑bottom boat tour, talks by a marine biologist, plus the option to add a guided snorkel or an introductory scuba dive.

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  • Experience a complete reef adventure on the newest all‑weather pontoon at the outer reef, where clearer waters and vibrant coral create a truly immersive setting.

  • Benefit from a friendly, locally owned Cairns crew known for personalised service and access to premium snorkelling and diving equipment.

  • Enjoy diverse water activities: a glass‑bottom boat tour, talks by a marine biologist, plus the option to add a guided snorkel or an introductory scuba dive.

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AU$360
Slide 1 of 11, Cruise ship on the Great Barrier Reef with passengers enjoying the view.
Cruise ship on the Great Barrier Reef with passengers enjoying the view.
8 hrs - 8 hrs 30 mins
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  • Start your day in Cairns and cruise to two outer reef sites, where pristine coral gardens and clearer waters set the scene for snorkelling or diving.

  • Enjoy live expert commentary and friendly guidance that make vibrant marine life feel accessible, whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned explorer.

  • Recharge between reef stops with a tropical BBQ buffet lunch onboard, keeping you fuelled and ready for more underwater moments.

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  • Start your day in Cairns and cruise to two outer reef sites, where pristine coral gardens and clearer waters set the scene for snorkelling or diving.

  • Enjoy live expert commentary and friendly guidance that make vibrant marine life feel accessible, whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned explorer.

  • Recharge between reef stops with a tropical BBQ buffet lunch onboard, keeping you fuelled and ready for more underwater moments.

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AU$275
Slide 1 of 8, Aerial view of Green Island surrounded by coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia.
Aerial view of Green Island surrounded by coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia.
40 mins
  • Soar over turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs, and isolated sand cays for an unrivaled bird’s‑eye view of the outer Great Barrier Reef.

  • Enjoy the comfort of a modern, air‑conditioned high‑wing aircraft with spacious, guaranteed window seats.

  • Get expert live commentary and learn more about iconic landmarks like Green Island and Arlington Reef.

  • Capture breathtaking photo opportunities of intricate reef formations, dramatic continental shelf edges, and abundant marine life.

  • Perfect for families, adventure seekers, and photography lovers looking for a unique perspective of the Great Barrier Reef.

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  • Soar over turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs, and isolated sand cays for an unrivaled bird’s‑eye view of the outer Great Barrier Reef.

  • Enjoy the comfort of a modern, air‑conditioned high‑wing aircraft with spacious, guaranteed window seats.

  • Get expert live commentary and learn more about iconic landmarks like Green Island and Arlington Reef.

  • Capture breathtaking photo opportunities of intricate reef formations, dramatic continental shelf edges, and abundant marine life.

  • Perfect for families, adventure seekers, and photography lovers looking for a unique perspective of the Great Barrier Reef.

from
AU$239

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Simon S

Australia
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3 weeks ago
Friendly crew, comfortable boat, great facilities made for a fabulous day out. Highly recommended for half day or full day

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