Cairns to Green Island Full/Half-Day Cruise with Glass Bottom Boat Tour
Cairns to Green Island Full/Half-Day Cruise with Glass Bottom Boat Tour
Duration: Varies (4 hours to 8 hours)
Varies (4 hours to 8 hours)
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Experience Cairns to Green Island Full/Half-Day Cruise with Glass Bottom Boat Tour, an exciting journey offering island exploration and underwater views through a glass-bottom boat tour. Begin your adventure at the Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns for a scenic departure across the Coral Sea aboard the Big Cat vessel. Explore Green Island's unique blend of rainforest and coral reef ecosystems within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
Experience Cairns to Green Island Full/Half-Day Cruise with Glass Bottom Boat Tour, an exciting journey offering island exploration and underwater views through a glass-bottom boat tour. Begin your adventure at the Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns for a scenic departure across the Coral Sea aboard the Big Cat vessel. Explore Green Island's unique blend of rainforest and coral reef ecosystems within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
Included in every ticket is a guided tour on the Glass Bottom Boat as part of your Cairns to Green Island Cruise.
With options for either a full-day adventure lasting 5 hours or a half-day escape spanning 2 hours, explore at your leisure.
Green Island’s natural beauty unfolds before you as you wander its boardwalks and trails in a self-guided manner.
Experience the underwater world of coral gardens and tropical fish from above on a glass-bottom boat cruising through crystal-clear waters.
Onboard snorkeling demonstrations complement by an engaging reef presentation offer insights into the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.
Admission for a full or half-day cruise to Green Island (based on option selected)
Access to stay on Green Island for 2 or 5 hours with self-guided walks along the trails (based on option selected)
Ticket for a 30-minute glass-bottom boat tour
Use of snorkeling demonstration and reef presentation en route to Green Island
Entry includes a self-guided walk on island trails
Additional experiences like renting snorkeling equipment
Beginner and professional diving sessions
Tourists observing marine life through a glass-bottom boat on a Cairns to Green Island cruise.
Your Adventure Awaits
The Cairns to Green Island Full/Half-Day Cruise with Glass Bottom Boat Tour offers an engaging island exploration experience. Start your journey from the Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns, where boarding for the Big Cat vessel begins at 8:15am.
Getting Started
Your adventure kicks off with ticket validation before setting sail at 9:00am across the Coral Sea. An engaging introduction and safety overview will be provided onboard to ensure a safe journey ahead.
What's in Store for You?
Nestled within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Green Island is an beautiful sandy cay known for its unique combination of rainforest and coral reef ecosystems. This protected island provides visitors with the chance to explore lush trails and vibrant marine life.
Unique Features
- The glass-bottom boat tour offers a 30-minute engaging experience, showcasing panoramic views of underwater gardens and diverse marine species—ideal for all ages and non-swimmers alike.
- Enjoy self-guided island walks along boardwalks and beaches to uncover the rainforest and coastal habitats at your leisure.
- An engaging reef presentation provides insights into the Great Barrier Reef’s ecology during the voyage to Green Island.
- Flexible free time allows for 2 or up to 5 hours of exploration, relaxation on sandy beaches, and optional activities like snorkeling or a semi-submarine tour (additional charge).
- An air-conditioned base offers comfort with the option to return to the Big Cat vessel anytime.
- Choose between half-day or full-day adventures for an experience tailored to your preferences. Optional upgrades are available for enhanced exploration.
Glass bottom boat view of coral reef and fish near Green Island, Cairns.
Group enjoying a boat ride from Cairns to Fitzroy Island with lush hills and ocean views.
Tourists observing marine life through a glass-bottom boat on a Cairns to Green Island cruise.
Glass bottom boat view of coral reef and fish near Green Island, Cairns.
Group enjoying a boat ride from Cairns to Fitzroy Island with lush hills and ocean views.
Snorkelers in clear water near Green Island beach, surrounded by lush greenery.
What to bring
- Don't forget a swimsuit, towel, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a change of clothes for your trip.
Cash or a credit card is recommended for onboard purchases and optional activities.
What’s not allowed
- No electric wheelchairs are permitted on vessels or coaches.
- Pets aren't welcome, except registered assistance animals.
Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited onboard.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access is limited; only standard wheelchairs can be accommodated on vessels or coaches. Electric wheelchairs aren't permitted.
The boat's bathrooms are not wheelchair accessible, but Green Island offers accessible facilities.
Additional information
- Please check in at the Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises desk inside the Cairns' Reef Fleet Terminal. Arrive a minimum of 30 minutes before departure time.
- Boarding commences at 8:15am, with final boarding at 8:45am for a 9:00am departure.
- Note that return hotel transfers are not included but can be arranged separately for an additional fee.
- You must prebook optional activities and meals to ensure proper catering arrangements.
- Scuba diving is available only for guests aged 12 and above, contingent on a medical questionnaire. Guests under 18 need parental or guardian permission.
- Hire flotation vests are offered for non-swimmers and children.
- The tour accommodates families with young children and those who aren't confident swimmers.
- For safety, swim only between the red and yellow flags on the beach.
This experience is conducted in most weather conditions. In case of severe weather, changes or cancellations will be communicated to you.
Tourists walking on a forest path on Green Island, Cairns, Australia.
Tourists enjoying a glass bottom boat ride from Cairns to Green Island, viewing marine life.
Snorkelers in clear water near Green Island beach, surrounded by lush greenery.
Tourists walking on a forest path on Green Island, Cairns, Australia.
Tourists enjoying a glass bottom boat ride from Cairns to Green Island, viewing marine life.
Book your cruise and glass-bottom boat tour at least a day in advance during peak season to avoid sold-out sessions since boarding begins promptly at 8:15am.
Bring essentials like swimsuits, towels, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and extra cash or credit cards for any optional activities you might want to try while on Green Island.
Plan your visit with either a full-day (5 hours) or half-day (2 hours) exploration of the island's boardwalks and trails based on how much time you wish to spend soaking up its natural beauty.
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