Great Adventures | Green Island Return Transfer
Departure Times
Departure Point: Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns
Pricing Options
Make your way to the stunning Green Island and experience all that this haven has to offer!
- Get ready for a full day of island adventures, with up to 7 hours on this lush island paradise!
- Discover the Great Barrier Reef, exquisite marine life and exceptional tropical sceneries in this haven just 45 minutes from Cairns.
- Relax on the beach with the kids, embark on an island bush walk and more as you explore natural wonders.
- Perfect for families, couples, small groups and more, this flexible day is bound to bring adventure!
Cruise to the beautiful Green Island for a day to remember! Your return ferry transfers include a delicious morning tea, access to excellent on-island facilities like a pool and showers, and the option to add an array of exciting activities to your day!
Whether you're planning to kick back for a relaxing beach day, embark on a self-guided eco hike or make memories with the family, Green Island is an unmissable Cairns gem! Head out to paradise with you and yours on this affordable and incredible nature experience!
Highlights
- A unique adventure through the Great Barrier Reef
- Up to 7 hours on Green Island
- Return island transfers included
- Eco self-guided walks
- Delicious morning tea & coffee
- Exciting add-ons like Wunyami Cultural Tour and scuba diving available!
- 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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Beachside Bliss
Unwind in paradise as you soak up that vitamin D and cool off in the crystal-clear waters! An utterly superb spot for some R&R, grab a good book, splash around with the kids and enjoy the marvels of nature amongst Green Island's secluded bays.
Poolside Relaxation
With access to on-island resort facilities including a pool, showers and bathrooms, you're bound to have a tropica...
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Beachside Bliss
Unwind in paradise as you soak up that vitamin D and cool off in the crystal-clear waters! An utterly superb spot for some R&R, grab a good book, splash around with the kids and enjoy the marvels of nature amongst Green Island's secluded bays.
Poolside Relaxation
With access to on-island resort facilities including a pool, showers and bathrooms, you're bound to have a tropical and luxurious holiday! The perfect pastime for those with kids, play in the pool, do some laps and soak up the sunshine on one of the comfy sun lounges - pure bliss!
Eco-guided Walks
Head towards to abundant forest and explore the marvels at your fingertips! Home to an array of gentle to moderate walks, wander through the shady canopies of towering trees and spot native wildlife. The ideal to get amongst nature, explore at your own pace... it's just you and the trees!
Optional Add-ons
Craving more for your island adventure? Luckily, there are a wide array of optional activities during your time on Green Island! From scuba diving to snorkelling, helmet diving to parasailing and cultural walks to scenic helicopter flights, see this haven from the sky, shores or seas! To organise any of these activities, pre-book your additional experiences here.
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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
What's Extra
- Coach transfers
- Lunch
- Introductory scub...
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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
What's Extra
- Coach transfers
- Lunch
- Introductory scuba diving
- Certified Scuba Diving (subject to availability on the day)
- Seawalker Helmet Diving (12+ years)
- Parasailing
- Beach Hire: Canoeing, windsurfing, beach volleyball
- Scenic helicopter flights
- Marineland Melanesia
- Boat snorkel trip
Please pre-book the above optional activities here to secure 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.
- 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.
Can we change the departure time of our ticket to an earlier or later one on Green Island?
If there is availability, the crew at the information counter on Green Island can amend your ticket return time. If the boat is fully booked however, you will have to return on your original ticketed departure time.
Is Green Island considered to be a part of the Great Barrier Reef?
Yes it is! Green Island is situated in the inner part of the Great Barrier Reef.
What activities can I do on Green Island if I’m a non-swimmer?
There are plenty of activities to choose from if you are a non-swimmer! You can see the reef from a glass bottom boat, take a self-guided island walk, visit the marine life habitat to watch the turtle and croc feeding, take a scenic helicopter flight, rent kayaks, Jump on the Wunyami Indigenous tour, parasail, or even do a seawalker helmet diving tour (no swimming required!)
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 lockers available at Green Island?
Coin lockers are available at Green Island and can be opened many times during the length of your hire.
Can I smoke on Green Island?
As a National Park, restrictions apply to smoking whilst on Green Island. Smoking is confined to the designated outdoor smoking area located near the Information Desk. This includes electronic cigarettes. Please note that smoking is not allowed on the jetty, the patrolled beach, or at picnic tables. Please ask the crew for further information if required.
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 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.