From Cairns: Green Island Return Ferry + Optional Snorkeling
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7 Hours
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Spend a full day on Green Island, on the Great Barrier Reef, with this return ferry transfer from Cairns. You board a Great Adventures fast catamaran at the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, and the crossing to the island takes about 45 minutes each way. Once ashore you have up to seven hours to enjoy the island at your own pace. Surrounded by the reef and its diverse marine life, Green Island is home to a unique rainforest environment. Swim, dive or snorkel, peek amongst the coral, follow the self-guided eco walk through the forest, or simply relax on the beach. Morning tea and coffee are included, and you can use the island's day facilities, including toilets, showers and a pool. Snorkel equipment hire, lunch and other optional activities on the island are not included; lunch is available on Green Island. You choose your departure time when you book and your return time from Green Island when you check in, and at the end of the day the ferry brings you back to the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal.
From Cairns: Green Island Return Ferry + Optional Snorkeling Price & Options
Highlights
- Fast catamaran crossing from Cairns to Green Island in about 45 minutes
- Up to 7 hours on Green Island, surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef
- Swim, snorkel or peek amongst the coral, or relax on the beach
- Self-guided eco walk through the island's rainforest
- Morning tea and coffee included
What's Included
- Return transfers on board Great Adventures
- Up to 7 hours on Green Island
- Self Guided Eco Island Walk
- Use of day facilities (toilets, showers, pool etc)
- Morning tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Snorkel equipment hire
- Optional activities on Green Island
- Lunch (available on the island)
- Fuel surcharge, payable at check-in (from 1 April 2026 until further notice)
Not Suitable For
- Wheelchair users (not wheelchair accessible)
Child Adult Policy
- Adult tickets are for ages 15 and over
- Child tickets are for ages 4 to 14
- Children aged 0 to 3 travel free; book a free Infant ticket for them together with an Adult ticket
- The Family ticket covers 2 adults and 2 children
Things To Know
- Travel time to and from the island is about 45 minutes each way
- Please bring a hat, a towel, sunblock and swimwear
- Smartphone tickets are accepted
Starting End Point
- Departure point: Great Adventures, Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns QLD 4870
- Choose your departure time when you book
- Arrive 30 minutes before your departure time
- Choose your return time from Green Island at check-in: 12:00, 14:30 or 16:30
- End point: Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
How To Redeem
- Show your smartphone voucher at the Great Adventures counter at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
- Swap it there for your boarding pass
Cancellation Policy
- Free Cancellation: Cancel at least 48 hours before the scheduled visit to receive a refund.
- Late Cancellation: Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the scheduled visit will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
- Refund Processing Charges: Approximately 4% will be deducted from the refundable amount to cover payment gateway and refund transaction fees. These charges are not retained by JTR Holidays.
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