The complete reef and island experience in one day awaits with this exciting cruise! A fast 45 minute catamaran ride across the Coral Sea from Cairns will take you to beautiful Green Island to enjoy two hours on this unique reef and rainforest coral cay. A day of adventure and discovery continues onto Great Adventures’ spacious activity platform moored on the majestic Outer Great Barrier Reef.
From the activity platform, guests of all ages, swimmers and non-swimmers can enjoy a magical day on one of nature’s wonders. With the air-conditioned semi-submersible and underwater observatory, you don’t even have to get wet to discover the reef. Snorkel directly off the platform amongst beautiful coral gardens and colourful marine life, or just relax on the sundeck with a delicious buffet lunch and enjoy the amazing marine-scape!
Exciting optional activities include scuba diving, guided snorkel tours, the exclusive Scuba-Doo underwater scooter and scenic helicopter flights to see the reef from a different perspective.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise
- Morning tea and coffee served until departure from Cairns
- Morning tea cake selection
- 2 hours at Green Island
- 3 hours at Outer Reef Activity Platform
- Hot and Cold buffet lunch
- Snorkel equipment
- Use of buoyancy vests
- Reef education presentation
- Coral viewing semi-submersible
- Underwater observatory with guided eco reef talk
- Afternoon tea whilst at the platform
- Cheese and biscuits for the return journey
Exclusions
- Hotel pick ups - These are available for $30 Adult, $20 Child from Cairns and $38 Adult, $21 Child from Northern Beaches Hotels (please choose this option at time of booking)
Extras
Scuba Diving
- Introductory Dives - Passengers must be 12 years of age or older to participate in introductory dives
- Certified Dives - Passengers wishing to undertake certified dives must show PADI, Naui, SSI or equivalent certification card, log book or verification letter
- Not suitable for infants
Guided Snorkel Tour
- Ideal for novice snorkellers and family groups, you will be able to swim with the fish and explore the wonders of the reef with one of our knowledgeable guides by your side.
- Not suitable for infants
10 Minute Scenic Heli Flight
- Sit back, relax and enjoy this safe and exhilarating bird’s eye view of the reef. Operated by Nautilus Aviation
- Individual passenger weights and accompanying carryon luggage MUST be advised at time of booking. Weight variances greater than 10% may incur an additional fee.
- Maximum single seat weight of 130kg
- One infant under their 3rd birthday may travel free of charge if seated on a guardian’s lap. Maximum one infant per helicopter as per CASA regulations.
- Child 3 years and above pay full fare.
Please note some optional activities may not be available due to time constraints
Highlights
- The Great Barrier Reef - the world's most unique and amazing marine spectacles
- Green Island - unique reef and rainforest coral cay
- Sleek Wavepiercing Catamaran giving you the smoothest ride
- Spacious Floating Platform with the ultimate in facilities
- Viewing amazing coral and fish species
- Hot and cold buffet lunch
- Coral viewing by semi-submersible sub
- Underwater observatory fish & coral viewing
- Vessel subject to change without notice
Time
- Tours depart daily from the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal (a short walk from most Cairns accommodation) at 8.30am and return at 5.30pm. Check-in commences at 7.30am and boarding commences at 8am
What To Bring
- Voucher
- Camera
- Swimming costume and beach towel
- Hat, sunscreen and shirt for sun protection
- Cash for drinks at the bar
- Credit cards for shopping and optional tours
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 48 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- The operator reserves the right to update their rates without notice
- Please note some optional activities may not be available due to time constraints.