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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.
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Choose your reef encounter: snorkel through vibrant coral gardens or relax on a glass-bottom boat tour for stunning marine views.
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Receive a quick yet thorough safety briefing before diving into your aquatic adventure, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.
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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.
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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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Half-day cruise to Green Island from Cairns
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Stay on Green Island for 2 hours
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Self-guided walk on the island
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Semi-submarine tour (if option selected)
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Snorkelling gear, Lycra suits, and flotation vest (if option selected)
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Glass-bottom boat tour (if option selected)
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Snorkeling demonstration and reef presentation en route to Green Island
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Alan
Jul, 2025Verified booking
The glass bottom boat and the island it was where my dad proposed to my mum in about 1939
Rosalie
Jun, 2025Verified booking
Kina
Feb, 2025Verified booking
Ian
Oct, 2023Verified booking
It was a great trip on the water there and back, great day ,plenty of fish and turtles, even seen a reef shark. I wish the captain would of given some commentary about the surroundings e ect besides how long we will take to get to reef and back to the mainland. Besides that , half day tour was enough time for what we went to see.
Lauren
Aug, 2023Verified booking
The ticketing was easy. Transfer on catamaran was on time and it was clean..staff were lovely.
Are you yearning for that perfect blend of sun-drenched beaches, sparkling azure seas, and pure relaxation? Green Island delivers it all, set against the backdrop of the awe-inspiring Great Barrier Reef, one of Earth's greatest natural treasures. Your half-day adventure starts in Cairns, where you'll step onto the aptly named 'Reef Rocket.' Feel the thrill as this speedy catamaran transports you across the Coral Sea in just 45 minutes, bringing the reef within easy reach.
Touchdown on Green Island, and the choice is entirely yours for the next 2 hours and 15 minutes! You can delve into the emerald depths of the island's rainforest trails, listening to the sounds of nature envelop you. Or you can dive into the aquatic wonderland surrounding you. Grab snorkel gear and plunge into the clear waters to meet the reef's colourful inhabitants face-to-face. Prefer to keep your feet dry? The glass-bottom boat offers you a mesmerising window into the coral gardens below. We'll have you back in Cairns by 12:45 PM, refreshed and ready, with plenty of time left for you to discover what else this vibrant city has to offer after your morning adventure.
What to bring
- Bring your swimmers, towel, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, change of clothes, and extra cash or a credit card for onboard purchases.
Accessibility
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This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
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This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
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Service animals are allowed on this experience.
Additional information
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For everyone's safety, you must evaluate your physical health before choosing to participate in diving or snorkeling. The instructors are responsible for safety and may advise against participation if they have concerns about your fitness for the activity on the day.
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A deposit is required on the day to use the snorkeling gear. You can also rent optional items like Lycra suits (stinger suits), life jackets, and wetsuits.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers.
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Guests over 16 years of age can travel without adult supervision. However, photo identification will be required at check-in.
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Guests over 18 years of age must be with guests under 16 years of age at all times.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.
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Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your cruise to avoid any delays.
Boarding point
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Board your cruise at Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises.
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Address: Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia.
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