Green Island Return Transfer | Great Adventures

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!
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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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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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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.