Full-Day Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Adventure with Buffet Lunch & All Snorkelling Equipment

Book up until 31 March 2026
8.8
Excellent
436 reviews

Jump into vivid aquamarine waters and discover the magical underwater worlds of Green Island and the Outer Great Barrier Reef on a full-day adventure. Your journey begins at Green Island, a stunning 6000-year-old coral cay, where you’ll have two hours to stroll through tropical rainforest, leave your footsteps on the white sandy beach or glide alongside local marine life. Next, set sail for the Outer Barrier Reef, where an out-of-this-world experience awaits. Whether you’re feeling leisurely or adventurous, there are plenty of activities that will get you up close and personal with the creatures of the sea. Refuel with a buffet lunch and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure until it’s time to journey back to Cairns.

Inclusions
  • Valid for one child (4–14) or one adult (15+)
  • Full-day Green Island and Great Barrier Reef adventure by catamaran
  • Explore, snorkel, swim or relax on Green Island (*approximately two hours)
  • Snorkel, swim, relax or explore the underwater observatory at the Outer Barrier Reef (*approximately three hours)
  • Buffet lunch
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • All snorkelling equipment, including mask, snorkel and fins (*lycra suits available at Outer Reef)
  • Coral and fish viewing by semi-submersible vessel or underwater observatory
  • Guided eco reef talk
  • Available every day: Check-in from 7.30am. Departs 8.30am; returns 5.30pm (approximately)
Overview
Availability: Every day
Duration: Flexible
From R 2 955 /person
Valued up to R 3 669
-20%
Includes taxes & fees
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Location

Cairns Marina, 1 Spence St, Cairns, QLD

Things to know

  • Please note: Bookings must be made minimum 7 days prior to cruise date. Failure to do so may result in your selected cruise not being available
  • Bookings are by request only. After you have made your booking request, you will automatically receive confirmation of your requested date (if available) to your nominated email address
  • Please note: Great Adventures will be in contact within 1–3 business days to confirm your booking and arrange a time with you directly
  • Camera
  • Swimwear
  • Beach towel
  • Hat
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Cash or credit card for additional purchases, if desired

Every day

Availability:

  • Available every day: Check-in from 7.30am. Departs 8.30am; returns 5.30pm (approximately)
  • Blackout Dates May Apply: Dates are identified in the Booking Calendar
  • Departure/Return Point: Reef Fleet Terminal – 1 Spence Street, Cairns 4870 QLD
  • Please arrive at least one hour prior to scheduled departure time for check in at Great Adventures desk. You will be issued with your boarding pass and directed to the vessel. Boarding commences 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time
  • Late arrivals and no-shows void offer

Important:

  • Exclusions: Drinks not specified in inclusions, hotel transfers, and optional activities including diving and helicopter flights
  • Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to vendor(s)
  • Bookings are limited and subject to availability. Please book early to avoid disappointment
  • Please notify at the time of booking of any dietary requirements and menu preference
  • Morning tea and coffee is served until departure from Cairns. Lunch (hot and cold buffet), afternoon tea and coffee are served at the Outer Barrier Reef platform. Cheese and biscuits will be served on the return journey
  • Green Island visit will be approximately two hours. Outer Reef platform visit will be approximately three hours. Please allow 45 minutes for travel from Cairns to Green Island and two hours for travel from Outer Barrier Reef platform back to Cairns
  • This tour travels into open waters, which may be choppy at times; taking motion sickness tablets is recommended
  • Snorkelling can be a strenuous activity. Please use caution and inform the Great Adventures crew of any medical conditions
  • Underwater digital cameras available to hire onboard, payable directly to Great Adventures
  • Please allow up to nine hours for this experience
  • For Great Adventures Frequently Asked Questions, please see here

Terms & Conditions:

  • A fuel surcharge may apply. With fluctuations in world oil prices, it may be necessary to apply a fuel surcharge to your ticket price. In such cases, any charge will be collected on departure, payable directly to Great Adventures. No fuel surcharge is presently applicable
  • All taxes and levies are included in the total price. A Government Environmental Management Charge (EMC) applies to all adults and children aged 4+ entering the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage area
  • Child rate applies for children aged 4–14. Children aged 3 and under are considered to be infants and are free of charge but are still required to be listed when booking. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult/guardian aged 18+
  • Please note, drones are not permitted
  • Wildlife sightings are likely but cannot be guaranteed
  • Cruises are weather dependent and may be cancelled or rescheduled at the discretion of Great Adventures for passenger and crew safety
  • Minimum numbers apply for tour to proceed. If a tour fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled
  • Vessel is subject to change depending on availability
  • Late arrivals and no-shows void offer

Cancellations:

  • Cancellations made before 12pm (midday) on the day prior to travel: no cancellation fee applies
  • Cancellations made between 12pm (midday) and 6pm on the day prior to travel: a 50% cancellation fee applies
  • Cancellations made after 6pm on the day prior to travel, late arrivals and no shows: a 100% cancellation fee applies

Changes to Booking:

  • 24 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made

Please Note:

  • Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
  • Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

Great Adventures

For more than 35 years, Great Adventures has been fostering unforgettable experiences in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef. Come and experience the beauty of the reef with Australia’s best, taking you on an eco-certified adventure to explore the renowned coral cays and islands of this unique natural wonderland.

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