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Ocean Free Green Island and Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise

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Cairns City, AU

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Experience the ultimate Great Barrier Reef adventure with Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise. This exclusive tour is limited to just 25 guests, ensuring a personal and intimate experience. Sail on a two-mast schooner to an exquisite reef site just 1 km off Green Island, surrounded by vibrant coral gardens and abundant marine life. Dive, snorkel, or simply swim off the boat and explore this highly protected marine park zone. Afterward, hop on a tender to discover the natural beauty of Green Island, with its lush rainforest and white sandy beaches. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch on board and make unforgettable memories as you immerse yourself in the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. Don't miss this opportunity to have a truly unique and personalized adventure on the ocean.

About this experience

Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
9 hours
Suitable for 1-9 Participants
Small Group Tour
Self Guided Experience

Highlights

Personal and intimate Great Barrier Reef tour
Exclusive snorkeling and diving experiences on the reef
Opportunity to explore and relax on Green Island
Visit Marineland Melanesia to see crocodiles and turtles
Low guest numbers for a more enjoyable experience

Included

Lunch
Coffee and/or tea
Fish feed
Reef talk by a marine interpreter
Complimentary glass of wine on the return sail to cairns
Sailing cruise to green island & the great barrier reef
Snorkeling equipment (snorkel, marks, flippers, buoyancy vests)
Transfers to/from the schooner to green island
Morning and afternoon tea
Snorkeling tuition, tours and in-water crew assistance if required
Environment management charge and port fees

Not included

Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Only pre-book diving if no medical conditions/taking medication - some may preclude you from diving
Optional diving - x 1-2 certified / x 1-2 intro dives possible on day .10-12m depth .

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Introduction

Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise with a maximum of 25 guests is a unique and unforgettable experience in Cairns. As the only small sail, reef, and tropical island tour in the area, it offers an exclusive and intimate adventure. Step on board a two-mast schooner and sail from Cairns to the pristine Great Barrier Reef and Green Island, surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. Expect a personalized and immersive day tour that combines snorkeling, diving (optional), and exploring the magnificent marine ecosystem and the lush rainforest. With Ocean Free, you can avoid the crowds and enjoy a fantastic buffet lunch on the boat, creating lasting memories of this extraordinary destination.

What to expect?

Immerse yourself in a world of wonder as you embark on the Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise. Prepare to snorkel or dive straight off the boat into an exclusive site on the Great Barrier Reef, known for its vibrant coral gardens and teeming marine life. Encounter turtles, colorful reef-fish, and schools of fish, creating a mesmerizing underwater spectacle. Spend the morning exploring the reef's stunning biodiversity, guided by the knowledgeable and attentive crew. Afterward, the skipper will take you to Green Island, where you can relax on the silky white sandy beaches, take an interpretative walk through the rainforest, or visit Marineland Melanesia for an up-close encounter with crocodiles and turtles.

Who is this for?

This incredible experience is tailored for everyone who craves a personalized and intimate encounter with the Great Barrier Reef and Green Island. Whether you are a nature enthusiast, adventure seeker, or simply want to escape the crowds, this tour is perfect for you. Families, couples, and solo travelers will all find joy in the beauty of the marine world. All skill levels are welcome, as the crew ensures a safe and enjoyable environment for beginners and experienced snorkelers and divers alike. Join the Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise, regardless of your age or travel preferences, and discover the wonders hiding beneath the surface of the turquoise waters.

Why book this?

Escape the ordinary and indulge in the extraordinary with the Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise. Unlike any other tour in the region, this exclusive adventure guarantees an unforgettable and intimate experience. With a maximum of only 25 guests, you can fully appreciate the natural beauty without feeling crowded. Sail on a stunning two-mast schooner and enjoy the luxurious experience of exploring the Great Barrier Reef and Green Island. The personalized service and attention from the crew ensure a comfortable and safe journey for all passengers. Don't miss the chance to swim among vibrant corals, encounter fascinating marine life, and bask in the tranquility of secluded tropical beaches.

Good to know

Your Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise offers a total duration of 540 minutes, giving you ample time to immerse yourself in the wonders of the reef and explore Green Island. Check-in begins at 7.15 am at the Reef Fleet Terminal, where you'll find the Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom desk. Remember to bring sunscreen, a hat, and comfortable clothing for a day filled with adventure and relaxation. The tour includes a scrumptious buffet lunch on board, ensuring you stay energized throughout the day. Keep in mind that exploring Marineland Melanesia on Green Island requires a small additional fee. Prepare to create lasting memories of your encounter with one of the world's most breathtaking natural wonders.

Reviews

Customers rave about their Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise experience, praising the exclusivity and personalized service. One thrilled traveler expressed how the small group size allowed them to fully enjoy the reef without feeling crowded. Another reviewer highlighted the knowledgeable crew, ensuring a memorable and safe snorkeling and diving experience. Many guests appreciated the stunning sail on the two-mast schooner and the delicious buffet lunch provided. Overall, customers were enchanted by the diverse marine life, vibrant coral gardens, and the magical ambiance of Green Island. Join the countless individuals who have praised this tour and create your own unforgettable memories of this natural wonderland.

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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

Meeting point & End point

Enter the Reef Fleet Terminal and look for Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom desk. From the side entrance enter and look right. If entering from the entrance facing the sea look straight ahead on the right . Check-in is from 7.15 am at this desk .

1 Spence St, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870 , Australia, AU

Your Itinerary

Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom - Cairns Premier Great Barrier Reef & Island Tours

These are the two most personal Great Barrier Reef tours in Cairns. Sail on Ocean Free - our 16M classical sailing schooner for this extremely personal Great Barrier Reef & Green Island Tour. Sail, snorkel , dive (optional extra) - reef and beach all in one day with only a small group of up to 25 guests - pure bliss!

Great Barrier Reef

Admire the beauty of the Great Barrier reef on this very personal day tour to Green Island.Ocean Free sails to its exclusive Great Barrier Reef mooring just 1 km off Green Island. Step straight off the boat and see a coral garden teeming with colourful reef-fish and marine life on this highly protected Marine Park zone. Only our guests snorkel this site making it a very personal experience! Turtles and large schools of fish a common site amongst the coral "bommies" (outcrops) that rise form about 10-12M up to just under 1M under the surface making it an ideal area for great snorkelling Spend the morning snorkelling & / or SCUBA diving (optional extra) over an incredible reef system and view the most unique and colourful marine life under the guidance of our very attentive crew. Afterwards hop back on board your vessel for a scrumptious large smorgasbord lunch after which you can hop into the tender as the skipper takes you to Green Island beach - your 2nd site to explore!

Green Island

Guests can visit this island as part of their Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef sailing tour with only a maximum of 25 guests Ocean Free actually moors on an exclusive private reef 1Km off the island where guests can split their time between snorkelling and diving (optional extra) just off the boat and going to the island in the tender to explore or just relax on the tropical beach . Guests have 4 and 1/2 hrs to experience the reef and island . Typically our guests chose to spend 1-2 hrs on the island . On the island guests can enjoy an interpretative walk across the island , relax on the beach and visit Marineland Melanesia (small fee to enter here)

Marineland Crocodile Park

(Pass by)

Marineland Melanesia is an optional experience when visiting Green Island. For a small fee you can enter this attraction to see crocodiles, turtles, artefacts and facts for around the region

Cairns Premier Reef & Island Tours

Cairns Premier Reef & Island tours operate 2 personal , low guest number Great Barrier Reef Tours - Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom (www.cairnspremierreefislandtours.com) Ocean Free Green Island + Great Barrier Reef sailing tour Ocean Freedom Luxury Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A maximum of 25 people ensures a unique and personalized experience
Please note: All DIVERS will be required to complete a medical questionnaire on board prior to diving. Please only book the diving options if you have no medical conditions nor taking medication as some conditions/medication preclude you from diving
Tour requires you to be stable and mobile enough to move around a moving vessel and to transfer from main vessel onto tender and back
Guests come from many countries and many only have a small opportunity to visit the reef. The vessel will operate in all weather conditions (apart from gale force and severe weather warnings) and has extra procedures to make the day the best possible. If you are concerned about the weather, please visit www.bom.gov.au cairns coastal report - it will give you a 4 day forecast. 10-20 knots is a normal good day. Date of travel can be changed subject to availability and also full refund if cancelling with minimum 24hrs notice. Our vessels are open air with good boat movement so less likely to suffer seasickness than some other closed vessels however, if prone to motion sickness we recommend taking travel sickness tablets 20 minutes before boarding the vessel.
If intending to take part in diving all divers (whether certified or introductory diver) will be required to fill out a diving medical questionnaire on board. If diving is an important option for you, please advise if you have any medical issues (past or present) or taking any medications so we can advise if any QLD diving medical clearance is required. Some medical conditions and medication may preclude you from diving. It is imperative for your safety that you answer the questions on the form truthfully.

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