Green Island Full Day Tour
Adult $116 |Child $58
Family 2A+2C $290
Full Day 9.00am - 5.00pm
Half Day 11.00am - 5.00pm
Snorkel and swim in the clear, cool island waters straight from the white sandy beach. Encounter a wide variety of colourful fish, turtles and other marine creatures whilst exploring the beautiful coral reef gardens surrounding Green Island. Semi Submersible and guided snorkel tour options available.
Make your way to the Reef Fleet Terminal - Cairns Marina (1 Spence St Cairns) You will receive an email/text with your boarding pass 24 hours prior to departure. If not received go into the Reef Fleet Terminal building and check in at the Big Cat Cruises Desk
Snorkelling
Snorkel and swim in the clear, cool island waters straight from the beach. Encounter a wide variety of colourful fish, turtles and other marine creatures whilst exploring the beautiful coral reef gardens surrounding Green Island. Mask, snorkels and fins in all sizes are available.
Glass Bottom Boat
Float across the reef, looking through large viewing windows while enjoying an informative commentary from your guide. This 30-minute tour allows you to view the spectacular coral reef, where an abundance of fish is guaranteed during a lively fish feed.
- Snorkel gear - Mask snorkel and fins. (deposit required)
- Lycra suit included April - October.
- Floatation Vest.
- OR Glass Bottom Boat Coral Viewing Tour
- Cruise in comfort aboard the modern air-conditioned catamarans Big Cat at 9.00 am and Reef Rocket at 11.00 am departure.
- Ideal for both swimmers and non-swimmers
- Licensed bar on board offering refreshments and a wide selection of souvenirs
- Change facilities on the island, including freshwater showers & restrooms
- Shops, bar & restaurants available
- Beach umbrellas & sun lounges available for hire
- Other beach activities available for hire - canoes, surf skis, or stand-up paddle boards
- Sheltered beach with plenty of shady retreats
- Take a stroll along the water's edge and explore sandy beaches to find your own secluded spot
- Rainforest boardwalks with interpretative signage
- Self-guided island walk
- Snorkelling demonstration and activity presentation- en route to Green Island
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Reefsmart sunscreen
- Underwater camera
- Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
- Change of clothes
- Extra cash or credit card for onboard or island purchases
Exclusive Semi-Submarine tour… Explore Green Island’s underwater world, part of the Great Barrier Reef in air-conditioned comfort without even getting wet!
Adult $33.00 Child $17.00
Seated below water level, passengers are treated to a divers view of the coral reef and marine life with informative commentary by the crew and see the lively fish feeding. This vessel seats 27 passengers and cruises for approx. 30 minutes. Don’t miss this exciting tour during your time at Green Island. Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises operate the only Semi Submarine at Green Island.
Buffet Lunch
Adult $33.00 Child $20 Family $86.00
A delicious buffet lunch freshly prepared by the highly awarded & renowned Tropic Spirit Catering is served aboard ‘Big Cat’ at Green Island between 11.15am – 1.15pm for those who have chosen this option. Our licensed bar on board offers refreshments throughout the day. Sit back and enjoy the nice cool air conditioned vessel
Marineland Melanesia - cannot be pre-booked
Adult $25 Child $12.50
One of Green Island’s most unique attractions is Marineland Melanesia. Not only is it home to the largest captive crocodile in Australia, Cassius, but it is also home to one of the largest private collections of exotic Melanesian tribal artefacts and aquariums. With twice daily crocodile shows and the chance to hold a baby croc, it’s a family favourite, especially with the children.
Lycra Suits
Adult $10 Child $5
May - October (Included for free in our 'Stinger Season' November - April)
- Snorkel gear - Mask snorkel and fins. (deposit required)
- Lycra suit included April - October.
- Floatation Vest.
- OR Glass Bottom Boat Coral Viewing Tour
- Cruise in comfort aboard the modern air-conditioned catamarans Big Cat at 9.00 am and Reef Rocket at 11.00 am departure.
- Ideal for both swimmers and non-swimmers
- Licensed bar on board offering refreshments and a wide selection of souvenirs
- Change facilities on the island, including freshwater showers & restrooms
- Shops, bar & restaurants available
- Beach umbrellas & sun lounges available for hire
- Other beach activities available for hire - canoes, surf skis, or stand-up paddle boards
- Sheltered beach with plenty of shady retreats
- Take a stroll along the water's edge and explore sandy beaches to find your own secluded spot
- Rainforest boardwalks with interpretative signage
- Self-guided island walk
- Snorkelling demonstration and activity presentation- en route to Green Island
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Reefsmart sunscreen
- Underwater camera
- Water bottle (you are able to refill on board)
- Change of clothes
- Extra cash or credit card for onboard or island purchases
Exclusive Semi-Submarine tour… Explore Green Island’s underwater world, part of the Great Barrier Reef in air-conditioned comfort without even getting wet!
Adult $33.00 Child $17.00
Seated below water level, passengers are treated to a divers view of the coral reef and marine life with informative commentary by the crew and see the lively fish feeding. This vessel seats 27 passengers and cruises for approx. 30 minutes. Don’t miss this exciting tour during your time at Green Island. Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises operate the only Semi Submarine at Green Island.
Buffet Lunch
Adult $33.00 Child $20 Family $86.00
A delicious buffet lunch freshly prepared by the highly awarded & renowned Tropic Spirit Catering is served aboard ‘Big Cat’ at Green Island between 11.15am – 1.15pm for those who have chosen this option. Our licensed bar on board offers refreshments throughout the day. Sit back and enjoy the nice cool air conditioned vessel
Marineland Melanesia - cannot be pre-booked
Adult $25 Child $12.50
One of Green Island’s most unique attractions is Marineland Melanesia. Not only is it home to the largest captive crocodile in Australia, Cassius, but it is also home to one of the largest private collections of exotic Melanesian tribal artefacts and aquariums. With twice daily crocodile shows and the chance to hold a baby croc, it’s a family favourite, especially with the children.
Lycra Suits
Adult $10 Child $5
May - October (Included for free in our 'Stinger Season' November - April)
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