Cairns & Port Douglas

15 Best Fitzroy & Green Island Trips

The island days closest to Cairns: Fitzroy’s rainforest trails and snorkel beaches, Green Island’s coral cay and ferry schedules that make half-days workable. The short crossing suits travelers the outer reef boats turn green.

2.Green Island Day Trip from Cairns

Discover Green Island from Cairns with this full-day tour featuring snorkeling, glass-bottom boat rides, rainforest walks, and optional activities for an authentic reef experience.

★ 4.0

“The staff during the tour were wonderful. However I would have liked more direction as to where to go to get to the activities. I had to ask around and they definitely didn’t show it in the video on board. The submarine experience was cool,…”

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3.Cairns: Fitzroy Island Ferry w/ Snorkel, Lunch, Tour Options

Discover Fitzroy Island from Cairns with a flexible ferry tour that includes snorkeling, optional lunch, and adventure activities. Perfect for nature lovers.

★ 4.4

“this was one of my favourite journeys I've taken. the staff were excellent. travel was excellent. the reef was outstanding. me my wife and our kids loved it. 10/10”

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4.Fitzroy Island Day Tour from Cairns

Discover Fitzroy Island from Cairns with this full-day tour including ferry, snorkeling, hiking, and optional glass-bottom boat—ideal for nature lovers.

★ 4.0

“Crew were all very professional and friendly. Was a great experience and the weather was great, meaning that there was a lot to see in the wayers”

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6.From Cairns: Green Island Half-Day Morning Cruise

Experience the Great Barrier Reef with this half-day Green Island cruise from Cairns, featuring snorkeling, glass-bottom boat rides, and island relaxation.

★ 4.2

“We liked everything from the smooth seamless boarding to the trilling ride to the island, my first time snorkeling so needed a quiet shallow area of the beach to get my confidence up, it was worth it, the water was crystal clear and depth was…”

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7.From Cairns: Half-Day Afternoon Cruise to Green Island

Discover Green Island on a half-day cruise from Cairns, featuring snorkeling, glass-bottom boat tours, and lush rainforests for an authentic reef experience.

★ 4.4

“Ideal location to explore the reef. Did the the glass bottom boat and on the day a semi submersible which wasn’t on offer through get you guide but recommend as an option.”

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9.Snorkelling and Glass Bottom Boat at Green Island from Cairns

Experience Green Island from Cairns with snorkeling, glass bottom boat rides, and rainforest walks. Perfect for nature lovers and reef explorers alike.

★ 4.0

“The glass bottom boat was a lot of fun! We saw a lot of fish and coral! Great for someone who doesn't go snorkeling/diving to see what it looks like! The snorkeling was fabulous! We saw turtles, rays, huge fish, black tip reef shark and…”

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10.Snorkelling or Glass Bottom Boat at Green Island from Cairns

Experience Green Island from Cairns with snorkelling or glass-bottom boat tours. Enjoy beaches, reef views, and island facilities in a half or full day.

★ 4.0

“Quite honestly, it was a waste of money. All we experienced was 45 minutes of snorkeling. Despite us informing the staff upon booking that one individual couldn't swim, additional assistance wasn't provided. You have to be able to swim to enjoy this activity, so a…”

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12.Cairns: Fitzroy Island Ferry, optional lunch, tours, snorkel

Explore Fitzroy Island from Cairns with flexible packages including boat transfers, snorkeling, optional lunch, and guided activities for a full day of natural beauty.

★ 4.3

“The activity was wounderfull, well organized and staff was very kind trying that all the participants enjoy the maximum in safe. Dive was amasing in great barrier reef the spots was well choosen. Our dive instrutor was Teresa, from chile, she was amazing super kind,…”

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14.Green Island Half-Day Trip from Cairns

Experience the Great Barrier Reef with a 4-hour half-day trip from Cairns, including boat rides, glass-bottom tours, and snorkeling options—great for a quick reef glimpse.

★ 4.0

“Wonderful team - very helpful and accommodating! Beautiful experience viewing turtles and array of sea life.”

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The reef out front, the oldest rainforest behind and a railway between.