Snorkelling or Glass Bottom Boat at Green Island from Cairns
Overview
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With the choice of three daily departures from Cairns, this Green Island cruise is perfect for visitors with limited time, offering a half or full day experience (up to 7 hours). You will have the choice of a glass bottom boat coral viewing tour or snorkelling equipment.
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. Advanced Ecotourism Certification.
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
Use of island swimming pool, exclusive to Great Adventures
Self guided island walk
Return fast catamaran transfers from Cairns
Use of island day visitor facilities
Morning tea/coffee served onboard until departure from Cairns
Choice of snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel & fins) or glass bottom boat tour
Hotel pickup and drop off
Optional activities
What To Expect
Green Island National Park
Green Island is a beautiful 6000 year old coral cay. It's the only coral cay on the Great Barrier Reef with a rainforest! You will have a choice of snorkel equipment to snorkel from the white sandy beaches or to stay dry and see the island's reef from the glass bottom boat. Enjoy a walk through the lush rainforest.
Great Barrier Reef
Explore the Great Barrier Reef snorkeling or hop on board a Glass Bottom Boat Tour
Options
5 Hrs on Island/Depart 8:30AM
8:30AM-2:30PM: Return cruise and snorkeling gear or glass bottom boat. Departs Cairns at 8:30am, returns 2:30pm (arrival to Cairns 3:15pm).
7 Hrs on Island/Depart 8:30AM
8:30AM-4:30PM: Return cruise and snorkeling gear or glass bottom boat. Departs Cairns at 8:30am, returns 4:30pm (arrival to Cairns 5:15pm).
5 Hrs on Island/Depart 10:30AM
10:30AM-4:30PM: Return cruise and snorkeling gear or 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 and snorkeling gear or glass bottom boat. Departs Cairns at 10:30am, returns 2:30pm (arrival to Cairns 3:15pm).
Reviews
236 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Green Island was a great...
Melinda L,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Green Island was a great day out. Beautiful beach, great snorkeling in calm water. Food is expensive on the island.
Great family location
Carol K,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was the perfect place for snorkeling and glass bottom boat tours and suiting everyone’s needs. Great day out.
One beautiful experience that you just have to do.
Penny F,
Aug 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00The crew on our catamaran were helpful and managed all the different activity groups very efficiently. Green Island is a heavenly place to spend the day with its breathtaking picture perfect beaches and clear, blue waters. The staff on the island are friendly and are happy to answer any questions or queries. The glass bottomed boat trip was a highlight of the day and the skipper kept us enthralled with his knowledge of the reef and its inhabitants. We also visited the crocodile and marine life habitat, watched the turtle and crocodiles being fed and learnt many new and interesting facts. We spent some time strolling around the island and then relaxed on the beach until our catamaran arrived to take us back to Cairns where the crew lined up and waved us a cherry farewell.
Impressive experience at a low cost
Nilsson S,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00What an inexpensive way to spend your time with your family and friends. From the beginning you ride on a beautiful catamaran to clear water and sandy beaches.
Great Barrier Reef with a glass bottomed boat.
Richard S,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Travelled to Green Island where we could explore and then had a 30 minute or so trip on a glass bottomed boat. The person on the boat was very knowledgeable and able to answer everyone's questions. This was a thoroughly enjoyable experience and well worth the money. Would be better if the operators actually donated some money towards protection of the Reef or a surcharge was made for this.
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