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Green Island Reef Cruise Full Day 11am (FDRR – Pak 2 Lunch)
Highlights
- Embark on a high-speed catamaran to Green Island, enjoying a swift 45-minute journey from Cairns.
- Snorkel vibrant coral reefs with provided gear, immersing yourself in the underwater wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.
- Savour a delicious buffet lunch while soaking up the sun on the island's pristine beaches.
- Explore self-guided walking trails, discovering the island's unique flora and fauna at your own pace.
A full day reef cruise departing Cairns at 11am and allows four hours on Green Island and arrives back in Cairns at 5pm. Activities include activity and snorkel presentation en route, snorkelling gear for the day or glass bottom boat tour, return coach transfers (extra), buffet lunch and self guided island walk.
“Reef Rocket” is a modern comfortable air-conditioned high speed catamaran with a relaxed atmosphere. Travel time to Green Island is 45 minutes from Cairns. Passengers can take part in the many activities available or simply relax on the beach. The friendly crew will help you to organise your activities to make the most of your time on Green Island.
Itinerary highlights
Green Island
Surrounded by white sandy beaches and the beautiful coral gardens of the Great Barrier Reef, Green Island is an idyllic coral cay located only 15 nautical miles offshore from Cairns.
It offers the best elements of the tropics in one destination: beautiful island beaches, shady emerald rainforest and a world-renowned coral reef.
Cairns
Tour details
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Available from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027
Features
Service facilities
Sevice Activity
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Operation information
Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises
Green Island is a beautiful coral cay on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Snorkel, dive and swim in the warm island waters, view the spectacular reef from a semi-submarine or glass bottom boat, explore the island or just relax on the white sandy beach. Big Cat departs from Cairns three times daily.
Available activities include snorkelling, semi-submarine and glass bottom boat coral viewing tours, buffet lunch and free time to explore Green Island National Park. A range of optional activities are also on offer including snorkelling safari, snorkel experience tours, beach hire and Marineland Melanesia Nautical Museum.
Their Vessels “Big Cat” and “Reef Rocket” are modern air-conditioned catamarans offering the ultimate in comfort and features spacious interior cabins as well as the outside decks to enjoy the warm tropical climate.
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Accreditations
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Climate Action Business Certified by Ecotourism Australia
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ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Gay and Lesbian Tourism Australia (GALTA)
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- QLD – Tourism Tropical North Qld
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