Green Island is just a 45 minute ferry transfer from Cairns and one of the easiest ways to experience the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy exploring the island and the surrounding Great Barrier Reef at your own pace.
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Ideal for locals with their own snorkel gear or anyone seeking the perfect spot for a relaxing beach nap.

This flexible day trip lets you plan your own adventure — whether that means snorkelling straight off the beach, strolling through the island’s lush rainforest, or simply soaking up the tropical sun. Enjoy the freedom to spend your time as you wish before returning to Cairns aboard a comfortable air-conditioned catamaran.

Ferry Only

Green Island Transfer

Your basic ferry transfer to Green Island.

$112Adult
$56Child
$287Family
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Inclusions

*    Spaces are limited

  • Return transfers on board Great Adventures
  • Up to 7 hours on Green Island
  • Use of day facilities (toilets, showers, pool etc)
  • Morning tea & coffee until departure from Cairns

Green Island Activities

Snorkelling

Eco* | Discovery

Glass Bottom Boat

Eco* | Discovery

Eco Walk

All Tours 

Seawalker

Optional 

Boat Snorkel Trip

Optional 

Scenic Helicopter Flight

Optional 

Scuba Diving

Optional 

Marine Biologist Guided Snorkel Tour

Optional 

Marineland Melanesia

Optional 

Beach Hire

Optional 

Parasailing

Optional 

Indepth GoPro Hire

Optional 

Tour Information

Getting to Green Island

Green Island Timetable

Choose any combination of the following departure times from Cairns and Green Island:

Cairns

8:30am
10:30am

Green Island

2:30pm
4:30pm

Passengers must check-in at the Great Adventures counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal for boarding passes before boarding vessel.

Boarding is 30 minutes prior to departure time.

Transfers between Cairns and Green Island take approximately 45 minutes subject to weather conditions.

Your Day Itinerary

What to Bring

Swimwear & Towel

Comfortable shoes

Hat & Sunscreen

We recommend marine friendly sunscreen

Camera

Drones are not permitted

Spending money

For refreshments, souvenirs or optional activities

General Conditions

General

  • 4 - 14 years are classed as children, and under 4 travel free (ie. 3 or below).
  • Family fare - maximum of 2 adults and 2 children of the same family. Normal fare applies for additional children. Not applicable with any other discount.
  • All schedules, activities and prices may be varied without notice. Listed fares in Australian dollars include Goods and Services Tax.
  • Prices valid from 1 April 2026 - 31 March 2027

Locals

  • Locals are classed as residents living between Cooktown and Innisfail
  • Locals ID (Drivers license, or any document with a local address) must be presented at check-in.