Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour at Green Island (Cairns) – Full Day

Nestled on the corner of the Great Barrier Reef and just 45-minutes from Cairns, the sandy beaches of Green Island are an essential on any Queensland itinerary. A Green Island day trip couldn’t be easier thanks to this tour: we’ll pick you up, drop you off, and transport you to the island via a cruise from Cairns.

‘‘We thoroughly enjoyed walking around Green Island and the wonderful beaches followed by a glass bottom boat trip to the coral reef. Fantastic trip!’’ — Diana, Trip Advisor

With four packages to choose from (see below), you can tailor this Green Island tour as you wish. Each option includes (1) a cruise aboard the Green Island ferry, (2) a snorkelling session or glass bottom boat tour to glimpse captivating sea life, and (3) a leisurely afternoon spent in paradise!

You’ll have plenty of options for further Green Island exploration or, if you feel like a chill day, simply bask in the sun and soak up the island vibes.

‘‘Beautiful island with great snorkelling opportunities. The beach runs all around the island so can go to more secluded areas.’’ — Kinder, Southampton

Package 1 – Standard Cruise

• Cruise to Green Island by catamaran
• 9am departure: five hours on Green Island
• 11am departure: four hours to enjoy Green Island
• Choice of snorkelling gear or a glass bottom boat tour
• Snorkelling demonstration and reef presentation en route to Green Island
• Use of Big Cat vessel during time at island as an air-conditioned base
• Island rainforest boardwalks

Package 2 – includes above & buffet lunch

Package 3 – includes above & semi-submarine tour

Package 4 – includes above, buffet lunch & semi-submarine tour