Snorkelling and Glass Bottom Boat at Green Island from Cairns
Overview
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Green Island offers the unique opportunity for a combined reef and rainforest experience, just 45 minutes from Cairns by fast catamaran. Home to over 120 native plant species and colourful bird life, surrounded by abundant marine life. Full and half day options available. Your day can be as active or as relaxing as you choose.
As a Great Adventures guest, you’ll also be able to enjoy many exclusive inclusions such as the use of the island swimming pool and a self guided eco island walk to discover some of the island’s unique rainforest flora. The island’s well appointed day visitor facilities include a pool bar, plus restaurant and retail outlets. A delicious range of lunch and snacks can be purchased from the island’s food and refreshment outlets.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Snorkelling can be a strenuous activity. We recommend informing crew of any medical conditions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Self guided island walk
Glass bottom boat tour
Use of Snorkelling equipment
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
What To Expect
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 National Park
Explore Green Island
Options
5 Hrs on Island/Depart 8:30AM
8:30AM-2:30PM: Return cruise, snorkeling gear & glass bottom boat. Departs Cairns at 8:30am, returns 2:30pm (arrival to Cairns 3:15pm).
5 Hrs on Island/Depart 10:30AM
10:30AM-4:30PM: Return cruise, snorkeling gear & glass bottom boat. Departs Cairns at 10:30am, returns 4:30pm (arrival to Cairns 5:15pm).
3 Hrs on Island/Depart 10:30AM
10:30AM-2:30PM: Return cruise, snorkeling gear & glass bottom boat. Departs Cairns at 10:30am, returns 2:30pm (arrival to Cairns 3:15pm).
7 Hrs on Island/Depart 8:30AM
8:30AM-4:30PM: Return cruise, snorkeling gear & glass bottom boat. Departs Cairns at 8:30am, returns 4:30pm (arrival to Cairns 5:15pm).
Reviews
363 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Incredible!
Lisa P,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00The glass bottom boat was a lot of fun! We saw a lot of fish and coral! Great for someone who doesn't go snorkeling/diving to see what it looks like! The snorkeling was fabulous! We saw turtles, rays, huge fish, black tip reef shark and saw a bat ray jumping out of the water! We highly recommend this tour!
A fabulous day
Gary C,
Aug 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Just relax and enjoy the whole experience. Take in the atmosphere, walk all the way around the island - there is so much to see
Had a great time at green...
david b,
Jul 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Had a great time at green island. Saw some reviews that we're negative so was a bit concerned but honestly I think those people expect too much for a $150 day trip! I thought the pricing for food on the island was reasonable and wait times werent too bad.
Green Island
John R,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
4.00Loved the glass bottom boat ride and enjoyed the boat captain, it was great to see a turtle and we loved the fish feeding
Green Island snorkelling June 2025
Kath B,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience from check in at the marina to getting off the boat staff were amazing and so helpful. Green Island was great beautiful clear water to snorkel in, nice island walk and the glass bottom boat experience was the best one I have had.
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