Great Adventures | Green Island Eco Adventure
Departure Times
Departure Point: Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns
Pricing Options
Embark on a day of Green Island wonders, Great Barrier Reef exploration and natural marvels!
- Head out to the flourishing Green Island and explore it's onshore reefs, beaches and tropical forests!
- Immerse yourself in the Great Barrier Reef and rub shoulders with vibrant marine life.
- Choose between a glass-bottom boat ride to stay dry OR a snorkel experience into the dazzling depths.
- Revel in a self-guided walk, enjoy a morning tea and access to showers and a pool!
The marvels of Green Island await, so embark on the jam-packed Eco Adventure to discover the magic of nature! Combining both seamless comforts such as an island pool and spacious return ferry, with adventurous activities such as hiking, snorkelling and beachside exploring!
Select from a snorkelling experience or a glass-bottom boat ride, allowing everyone to experience the exquisite Great Barrier Reef. Then, kick back on the golden shores, take a cool dip, embark on an island walk or try out scuba diving, helmet diving, a scenic flight or more with an impressive array of optional activities! The perfect island getaway for everyone, from families to couples, head out to paradise just 45 minutes from Cairns!
Highlights
- A unique adventure through the Great Barrier Reef
- Up to 7 hours on Green Island
- Snorkel equipment included OR Glass-bottom boat tour
- Return island transfers included
- Eco self-guided walks
- Delicious morning tea & coffee
- Exciting add-ons like Wunyami Cultural Tour, scuba diving and more!
- Use of excellent facilities (toilets, showers, pool etc)
To enjoy both snorkelling and glass-bottom boat experiences, check out Green Island Discovery!
Sample Itinerary
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Snorkelling OR Glass Bottom Boat Tour
With all snorkelling gear included, dive straight into the crystal clear waters of the Great Barrier Reef! Swim with green sea turtles, tropical fish of all colours and dazzling coral gardens as you experience this spectacular slice of a world-heritage listed ecosystem. Or, choose to keep it dry and hop on a glass-bottom boat ride over the Great Barrier Ree...
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Snorkelling OR Glass Bottom Boat Tour
With all snorkelling gear included, dive straight into the crystal clear waters of the Great Barrier Reef! Swim with green sea turtles, tropical fish of all colours and dazzling coral gardens as you experience this spectacular slice of a world-heritage listed ecosystem. Or, choose to keep it dry and hop on a glass-bottom boat ride over the Great Barrier Reef!
Beachside Relaxing & Island Eco Walks
Relax on the golden shores of the stunning Green Island's beaches, a perfect day for the family or any beach bum! Whether you're digging into a good book, playing with the kids or floating away in the cool waters, experience paradise! Then, embark on a leisurely, self-guided eco hike through the beautiful forests of this tranquil island.
Optional Add-on Activities
With plenty of optional activities for you to add to your day of island exploring, make this day your own! From scuba diving, a scenic helicopter flight, a parasail, a Wunyami Cultural Tour, a Marineland Melanesia wildlife experience or a Seawalker helmet dive, get in and amongst these natural wonders your way! Pre-book your optional activities here to secure your spots.
Our Delicious Sample Menu
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Available at an additional cost, choose between an array of delicious options on the island. Select from a Greens buffet lunch (adult $39, child $27, family $105) or an Emeralds Restaurant two-course set lunch (adult $51, child $35, family $137). Please pre-book your preferred lunch options here.
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Available at an additional cost, choose between an array of delicious options on the island. Select from a Greens buffet lunch (adult $39, child $27, family $105) or an Emeralds Restaurant two-course set lunch (adult $51, child $35, family $137). Please pre-book your preferred lunch options here.
More Information
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What To Bring
- Swimmers
- Lycra suit if you have one (they are available for hire)
- Beach towel
- Hat, sunscreen and comfortable shoes
- Spending money for drinks, souvenirs and optional activities
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
- Snorkel equipment hire OR Glass bottom boat tour
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What To Bring
- Swimmers
- Lycra suit if you have one (they are available for hire)
- Beach towel
- Hat, sunscreen and comfortable shoes
- Spending money for drinks, souvenirs and optional activities
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
- Snorkel equipment hire OR Glass bottom boat tour
What's Extra
- Coach transfers
- Lunch
- Introductory scuba diving
- Certified Scuba Diving (subject to availability on the day)
- Snorkel boat trips
- Seawalker Helmet Diving (12+ years)
- Parasailing
- Beach chair and umbrella hire
- Beach Hire: Canoeing, windsurfing, beach volleyball
- Scenic helicopter flights
- Marineland Melanesia
Please pre-book the above optional activities here to ensure your spots.
Scuba divers must complete this medical questionnaire and are subject to medical approvals.
Terms and Conditions
Important Information
- Children: 4-14 years, prices as shown, 3 years and under cruise free of charge.
- Family Fare is 2 adults and 2 children of the same family.
- Several lunch options are available on the island.
- Scuba diving is for those aged 18+ or 12 with parental consent.
- Coach Transfers: available from Cairns and Northern Beaches (includes Palm Cove, Clifton Beach, Kewarra Beach, Trinity Beach, Yorkeys Knob and Holloways Beach).
- Helicopter Flights: Child policy, children 3 years and above are required to pay the full fare. Infants, 2 years and under, may travel free when seated on a guardian's lap. For bookings of more than one infant, conditions apply – please contact Reservations.
- Passenger weight must be advised at time of booking. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee.
- Group FOC Terms: One bona fide Tour Escort travels FOC for every 15 full-paying adults.
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Scuba divers must complete this medical questionnaire and are subject to medical approvals.
Your Responsibilities:
Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Cairns Tours / Mr Travel, and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.
It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers are correct.
It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and vessel check-in agent before boarding of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.
You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time.
Prices/Extra Costs:
All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. Surcharges over peak holiday seasons may apply.
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.
We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.
Travel Risk/Insurance:
It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Tour Operator. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances.
Merchant Fees:
Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.
Other:
Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) are subject to change. The most recent versions can be found online on the relevant product pages.
All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.
Open Date Vouchers / Gift Certificate:
Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value.
E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees.
You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.
Cancellations
Client Cancellations:
All cancellations forfeit 25% of the recommended retail price (RRP) - not the discounted/sale price. No shows or client cancellations made within 14 days of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
Transfers between tours can be made at the supplier's discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee.
It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to admin@mr-travel.com. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.
Supplier Cancellations:
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.
In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Sailing Whitsundays retail outlet located in Airlie Beach, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Mr Travel online department.
Refunds:
All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Cairns Tours/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.
Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.
You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.
Accountability/Misconduct:
All Service Operators have the right to provide client feedback and to cancel bookings based on feedback from other Service Operators.
Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.
Cairns Tours/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.
Thank you for booking with our East-Coast travel experts here at Mr Travel / Cairns Tours. If you would like any further advice, or assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I check in and where does the boat depart from?
Check in starts at the Great Adventures counters inside the Reef Fleet Terminal (1 Spence Street in Cairns) 1 hour before your departure time. The boat will depart from A Finger jetty, just outside the Reef Fleet Terminal.
How long does the boat ride take to get to Green Island?
The journey to Green Island takes about 45 minutes each way.
Does Green Island have wheelchair friendly facilities?
Wheelchair facilities are available, however there are some restrictions and some mobility may be required. There may be a few steps at the end of the gangway onto the jetty, depending on tide levels and the narrow gangways used when disembarking. Green Island has disabled bathroom facilities and pathways that are easy for wheelchairs to access. There is also a boardwalk that takes you directly through the rain forest into the centre of the Island.
Are coach transfers available from my accommodation?
Unfortunately transfers are not available for this option. You will need to make your own way to the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal. It’s centrally located, and easy to walk to if you are staying in the city centre.
Is there parking close to the Reef Fleet Terminal?
All Day parking is available just outside or undercover at The Pier which is located opposite the Reef Fleet Terminal. Other nearby parking is available at the Trinity Wharf, Reef Casino or Cairns Hilton hotel.
Is lunch included?
Meals are not included with the Eco Adventure ticket, but you are welcome to bring your own food, or Green Island has a restaurant and food outlets that provide a wide range of options, including those suitable for vegetarians.
Is Green Island pram friendly?
Green Island is suitable for taking a pram, with ample room on the boat and on the platform. The beach at Green Island has quite soft sand and therefore not practical for prams to be taken onto the beach area. There are however extensive wooden boardwalks that take you through the island’s rainforest, which are suitable for prams.
Are there stingers at Green Island?
At certain times of the year (generally November – April), jellyfish or marine stinger’s, can may be present in the seas of Northern Australia. Most jellyfish are harmless, however certain varieties may cause a reaction. Incidents involving serious marine stings in Cairns are rare. Lycra suits are available for hire with your snorkel gear during stinger season to reduce the possibility of stings and irritations while also offering protection from the sun.
What if I get sea sick?
Great Adventures has stable and fast catamarans that fare well, even in rougher ocean conditions. Unfortunately, where there is motion, whether it be a car, bus, plane or boat, some people will suffer from nausea. Motion sickness medications are available to purchase onboard, and ginger tablets are provided complementary as a natural alternative. It should be taken immediately upon boarding for this to be most effective. It will not prevent sickness if already feeling ill.
I’m not a great swimmer, is there assistance snorkelling at Green Island?
Flotation/buoyancy vests are available for hire at the Green Island Dive Shop for use whilst swimming and snorkelling. There is also a lifeguard patrolled beach, so it is best to swim between the flags to ensure there is also someone looking out.
