Experience a half-day reef tour to Green Island Marine National Park from Cairns with travel aboard Reef Rocket and the option to snorkel or view coral reefs by glass bottom boat.
Key Highlights
Half-day reef tour to Green Island Marine National Park
Departs Cairns at 09:00, returns at 12:45
Travel aboard the air-conditioned Reef Rocket catamaran
Option to snorkel, relax on white sandy beaches, or explore rainforests
View coral reefs and marine life by glass bottom boat or semi-submarine
What’s included
Return transfers on Reef Rocket high-speed catamaran
Approximately two hours on Green Island
Choice of snorkelling, glass bottom boat, or semi-submarine experience
Access to Green Island beaches and rainforest
Overview
Discover the beauty of Green Island Marine National Park on the Great Barrier Reef with a half-day tour departing from Cairns. Travel in comfort on "Reef Rocket", a modern, air-conditioned high-speed catamaran known for its relaxed atmosphere. The journey from Cairns to Green Island takes approximately 45 minutes.
Once on Green Island, you will have two hours to explore this unique coral cay, surrounded by magnificent coral reefs and abundant marine life. Enjoy snorkelling in clear waters, unwind on the white sandy beaches, or stroll through the lush rainforest at your leisure.
If you prefer to stay dry, take a glass bottom boat or semi-submarine tour to view the spectacular underwater world teeming with marine creatures. Green Island offers a variety of reef and island activities, ensuring something for everyone.
The friendly crew are on hand to help you make the most of your visit, whether you want to get active or simply relax. The tour departs Cairns at 09:00 and returns at 12:45, giving you a memorable half-day experience on the Great Barrier Reef.
Commonly asked questions.
Passengers are no longer required to check in inside The Reef Fleet Terminal. Guests travelling to Green Island can now check in directly at the vessels Big Cat & Reef Rocket based at Marlin Wharf. Guests will receive an email and SMS message the afternoon prior to their day of travel outlining everything they need to know. This includes a map of the marina and where the vessels are located.
Yes. The island has plenty of trees inland and spots around the beach to seek shelter. The lyrca stinger suits are great sun protection too. The Big Cat Green Island boat is open all day if you wish to have a break from the sun and heat and enjoy the air conditioned vessel.
We recommend you bring a towel, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and swimwear. Also, cash for drinks, snacks or souvenirs you may want to buy. Credit cards are accepted at most shops at the Island however surcharges may apply. Drones are not permitted to be carried or flown on any of our tours.
Our cruises are suitable for people of all ages, including families with young children. Our half day option is ideal for small children, infants and babies. Additionally snorkelling directly from the beach is perfect for children and first time snorkelers. Children under 4 years of age are classed as infants. There is no cost for infants to travel however you still need to add them to your booking for our boat passenger numbers.
The Semi-submarine tour is approximately a half hour coral viewing tour. This tour is recommend as it is a great opportunity to see plenty of marine life swimming right past your window! Similar to a divers perspective of the reef. This tour also has an informative commentary and fish feed included. The Glass Bottom Boat is also approximately 30 minutes and has a commentary and a fish feed. The main difference is the Glass Bottom Boat is more like a snorkelers view from the surface looking down.
This depends on the individuals swimming ability. We include flotation vests with our snorkel gear hire. If not snorkelling you can hire them on board on the day of travel. Each item is $10 per adult and $5 per child.
Additional info by the operator.
Start: Cairns QLD 4870
Departure Time: 09:00 from Cairns
Return Time: 12:45 to Cairns
Vessel Name: Reef Rocket
Travel Time: 45 minutes each way
Duration on Green Island: 2 hours
