Green Island Cruise 9am to 1pm

from A$110

4 hours

Great Barrier Reef

All Ages

Travel by Reef Rocket catamaran from Cairns for a half-day visit to Green Island, a coral cay in the Great Barrier Reef Marine National Park. Enjoy two hours to snorkel, join a reef viewing tour, or relax on the beach before returning to Cairns.

Adult $110 | Child (4-14) $61 | Family (2 adults & 2 children) $305

Key Highlights

Visit Green Island, a coral cay in the Great Barrier Reef Marine National Park
Choose from snorkelling, semi-submarine, or glass bottom boat reef viewing
Two hours to explore the island's rainforests, pristine beaches, and coral reefs
Relaxed 45-minute ferry journey on the air-conditioned Reef Rocket catamaran
Friendly crew to help organise your chosen activities during your stay

What’s included

Return ferry transfer between Cairns and Green Island on Reef Rocket
Snorkelling & Glass Bottom boat options
30 minute Semi Submarine tour option.

Overview

Experience the beauty of Green Island, a coral cay in the Great Barrier Reef Marine National Park, with a half-day reef tour departing from Cairns. The tour includes a 45-minute journey each way aboard the modern, air-conditioned Reef Rocket catamaran, ensuring a comfortable and relaxed trip.

You will have two hours to explore Green Island's unique rainforests, white sandy beaches, and vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. Choose your preferred activity: snorkel the clear waters, view the underwater world from a semi-submarine or glass bottom boat, or simply unwind on the beach.

Green Island offers a range of reef and island experiences. The friendly crew are on hand to help you plan and make the most of your stay, whether you are looking for adventure or relaxation.

The half-day cruise departs Cairns at 09:00, allowing you to maximise your time exploring the island, before returning to Cairns at 12:45. This short escape is ideal for discovering the Great Barrier Reef's incredible natural wonders.

Commonly asked questions.

The Semi-submarine tour is approximately a half hour coral viewing tour. This tour is recommend as it is a great opportunity to see plenty of marine life swimming right past your window! Similar to a divers perspective of the reef. This tour also has an informative commentary and fish feed included. The Glass Bottom Boat is also approximately 30 minutes and has a commentary and a fish feed. The main difference is the Glass Bottom Boat is more like a snorkelers view from the surface looking down.

Passengers are no longer required to check in inside The Reef Fleet Terminal. Guests travelling to Green Island can now check in directly at the vessels Big Cat & Reef Rocket based at Marlin Wharf. Guests will receive an email and SMS message the afternoon prior to their day of travel outlining everything they need to know. This includes a map of the marina and where the vessels are located.

Our high speed vessel, "Reef Rocket", used for half day cruises takes approximately 45 minutes to get to the island.

Yes. The island has plenty of trees inland and spots around the beach to seek shelter. The lyrca stinger suits are great sun protection too. The Big Cat Green Island boat is open all day if you wish to have a break from the sun and heat and enjoy the air conditioned vessel.

We recommend you bring a towel, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and swimwear. Also, cash for drinks, snacks or souvenirs you may want to buy. Credit cards are accepted at most shops at the Island however surcharges may apply. Drones are not permitted to be carried or flown on any of our tours.

A Snorkelling and safety presentation is given on board en route to Green Island. Snorkelling is undertaken at your own leisure, directly from the beach. A life guard is on duty in the flagged area at the northern beach. We also offer a Snorkel Experience tour for beginners and a Snorkel Safari for the more advanced snorkeller.

This depends on the individuals swimming ability. We include flotation vests with our snorkel gear hire. If not snorkelling you can hire them on board on the day of travel. Each item is $10 per adult and $5 per child.

Additional info by the operator.

Departure: Cairns at 09:00 Travel time: 45 minutes each way on Reef Rocket Time on Green Island: 2 hours Arrival back in Cairns: 12:45