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Snorkelling and Glass Bottom Boat at Green Island from Cairns

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Cairns City, AU
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Embark on a thrilling adventure at Green Island, just a short catamaran ride away from Cairns. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and the lush rainforest that surrounds it. Snorkel from the pristine white sandy beaches, marvel at the vibrant marine life on a glass bottom boat tour, and explore the enchanting rainforest on a self-guided eco walk. As a Great Adventures guest, you'll also have access to exclusive inclusions like the island swimming pool and the island's well-appointed facilities, including restaurants and retail outlets. Whether you crave adventure or relaxation, this tour offers the perfect mix of both. Indulge in a delicious range of lunch and snacks from the island's food and refreshment outlets. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience that combines the wonders of the reef and the rainforest.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 5 hours - 9 hours
  • Suitable for 1-8 Participants
  • Self Guided Experience
  • Snorkel on white sandy beaches
  • Explore lush rainforest on a coral cay
  • View the island's reef from a glass bottom boat
  • Use of the island swimming pool
  • Self guided eco island walk
  • Use of snorkelling equipment
  • Self guided island walk
  • Glass bottom boat tour
  • Use of island swimming pool, exclusive to Great Adventures
  • Free beach bag
  • Return fast catamaran transfers from Cairns
  • Use of island day visitor facilities
  • Morning tea/coffee served onboard until departure from Cairns
  • Hotel pick up and drop off

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Introduction

Imagine embarking on a unique adventure that combines the mesmerizing beauty of the Great Barrier Reef with the lush rainforests of Green Island. Welcome to the Snorkelling AND Glass Bottom Boat Tour at Green Island from Cairns! This tour offers an unforgettable experience just 45 minutes away from Cairns by fast catamaran. As you arrive at Green Island, you'll be greeted by over 120 native plant species, colorful bird life, and a vibrant marine ecosystem. Whether you're seeking an action-packed adventure or a tranquil retreat, Green Island offers something for everyone.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can anticipate a total duration of 300 to 540 minutes filled with incredible sights and activities. Begin your journey by snorkeling along the white sandy beaches, immersing yourself in the underwater wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. Marvel at the vibrant coral formations and swim alongside a myriad of marine life. Next, hop aboard a glass bottom boat to witness the captivating beauty of the island's reef from a unique perspective. As you explore the island, take an enchanting walk through the lush rainforest and discover the fascinating flora that calls Green Island home.

Who is this for?

The Snorkelling AND Glass Bottom Boat Tour at Green Island is designed for adventure enthusiasts, nature lovers, and curious explorers of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned snorkeler or a first-timer, this tour caters to everyone's needs. Families, couples, and solo travelers alike can indulge in the magnificent wonders of both the reef and rainforest. Green Island's diverse ecosystem offers an inclusive experience, welcoming individuals from all walks of life.

Why book this?

Booking this tour means immersing yourself in the best of both worlds – the Great Barrier Reef and the rainforests of Green Island. It presents a unique opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring beauty of these natural wonders in one unforgettable journey. As a guest of Great Adventures, you'll enjoy exclusive inclusions such as access to the island swimming pool and a self-guided eco island walk, allowing you to fully appreciate the island's unique flora and fauna. Moreover, the island's well-appointed facilities, including a pool bar, restaurant, and retail outlets, ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout your visit.

Good to know

When embarking on this tour, remember to check-in and collect your boarding pass at the Great Adventures Counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal at least 45 minutes prior to departure. The tour offers various duration options ranging from 300 to 540 minutes, allowing you to choose the perfect itinerary for your preferences. Additionally, the inclusions cover everything you need for a fantastic day on Green Island, while any additional snacks or purchases can be made at the island's food and refreshment outlets. Prepare to be captivated by the wonders both above and below the surface on this unforgettable journey.

Reviews

Reviews from delighted tourists highlight the incredible beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and Green Island. Travelers praise the crystal-clear waters, diverse marine life, and the unique experience of snorkeling alongside colorful coral formations. They rave about the informative and friendly crew members who guide them through the day, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Visitors also appreciate the well-maintained facilities and the chance to explore the island's rainforest, creating memories that last a lifetime. Whether seasoned snorkelers or first-timers, travelers highly recommend this tour for its blend of adventure, natural beauty, and relaxation.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Green Island

Green Island is a beautiful 6000 year old coral cay. It's the only coral cay on the Great Barrier Reef with a rainforest! Snorkel from the white sandy beaches, see the island's reef from the glass bottom boat and walk through the lush rainforest.

Green Island

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Kerry_S

It was a good trip. Weather is main reason for my average review. Couldn't really see any fish or coral from the glass bottom boat, due to colour of the water. The ride over and back was great with choppy seas, so good waves coming up the boat. Food area on the island absolutely stunk, due to birds. Has lockers for personal items. Great coffee.

Anna_H

Not good visibility, choppy ride to island, glass bottom boat was good for what we could see (Andy is great), saw 3 or 4 turtles snorkling which was amazing. Food is rather expensive on the island, bring cash, there is a card surcharge. Ride back was smoother, but ran a bit behind time.

Marc_R

Very worthwhile experience. Enjoyed the snorkelling and glass bottom boat. We rented beach chairs with umbrella and enjoyed a bit of the sun. The food court and pool area was awesome.

Robin_H

Very well organized tour, easy with a young kids. I appreciate that great island has an area with lifeguards. Fantastic snorkeling right off the beach.

Lisa J

Yesterday my daughter and I took a day trip to Green Island via catamaran. The crossing takes about 50 minutes and it was quite rough on the way over - make sure you take your motion sickness tablets if you're afflicted like we are! The staff on board were attentive and helpful. On the Island we headed for the beach and hired two sunlounges and an umbrella for the day ($45 for both). The water was beautiful and warm. We went on a glass bottom boat ride and were entertained by the fish we saw along the way - and our boat captain! We then tried out some snorkelling and were both amazed at how quickly we worked out what to do! It was great to see all the fish out on the reef and the huge schools of little fish right along the shoreline! We bought sandwiches for lunch from a cafe in the centre of the island - way overpriced; bring your own. There are more activities to do on the island but we opted to stay on the beach for the rest of the day. While waiting for our ride home we saw more fish from the pier, plus a couple of turtles, and a small shark! The trip back to Cairns was thankfully not as rough and we both thoroughly enjoyed our day.

Leon_V

The snorkelling area that was indicated to us, had hardly any coral and did not see the turtles while snorkelling, could see them from the jetty though. Lots of Fish were on the glass bottom boat, water was murky, colours of coral not clearly visible. Staff friendly. Food on Island good.

Leonard_F

Excellent fun! Wish we had more time to experience all the activities that were offered. Love to go back when the young kids are older to experience the Great Barrier Reef outer banks.

stephanietI1926AJ

This is a really good option if you have young kids and want to see the Great Barrier Reef - it's cost effective compared to the outer reef tours and is a bit nicer for the kiddies as they can explore the island and go in the pool etc. We saw huge schools of fish, at least a hundred different varieties of fish, a turtle, a sting ray, a black tip reef shark, starfish, clams and more! It was a lovely spot to snorkel. Not too deep and easy for the kids. You can hire stinger suits and life jackets from the dive centre. I wish we had more time on the island but still felt quite happy with all that we did :).

Elizabeth_A

This was a great tour. Staff friendly. Glass bottom boat was good. Saw lots of fish the guide was very knowledgeable. The island is basic but there was everything we needed. Snorkelling was fun and easy to do with my 6 year old.

Gary_P

Easy to collect boarding tickets at terminal and smooth trip out to Green Island. Staff friendly & helpful on board (sea sickness bag and/or tablet offered to passengers who needed them). I collected my snorkel, flippers & mask at the dive centre on arrival and paid $12 to hire a ‘stinger suit’ as advised by GA staff due to it being stinger season. Lovely sandy beaches so snorkel from and loads of different brightly-coloured fish to sea near to shore above the sea grass and sea coral. It was easy and so much fun! I didn’t see turtles whilst snorkelling but saw them form the jelly as well as 2 types of shark (reef & brown black-tipped fin sharks). The glass-bottomed boat trip lasted about 40mins and the captain gave a commentary about the reef and the fish & coral that we saw. He made the trip so interesting and we learned a lot about the reef. Food was thrown onto the water during the trip to attract more fish for us to see. It was a great way to see the reef for those who didn’t want to snorkel and for those who did. There’s a short boardwalk that you can do to explore the island or just sit on the beach or have lunch in the food court area. We thoroughly enjoyed the trip and thought it was good value for money.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-23 04:03
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