Cairns & Port Douglas
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.
Explore Fitzroy Island from Cairns with a full-day trip featuring snorkeling, hiking, and optional extras. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Most Popular“It was a wonderful experience travelling on Fitzroy Island with my parents! All of us enjoyed the Great Barrier Reef, which looked fabulous and indeed is a natural masterpiece!”
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.
“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,…”
Discover Fitzroy Island from Cairns with a flexible ferry tour that includes snorkeling, optional lunch, and adventure activities. Perfect for nature lovers.
“Fantastic!! Although we didnt really see much at the glass boat. Special thanks to one of the crew named Andrea for being very kind & friendly to us ☺️”
Discover Fitzroy Island from Cairns with this full-day tour including ferry, snorkeling, hiking, and optional glass-bottom boat—ideal for nature lovers.
“Giving 4 stars mainly because the departure time was not specified in the listing. And neither in the ticket auto-sent upon confirmation of payment. So I was assuming (wrongly) it's around 5pm-ish same as the Fitzroy Flyer. But turned out it's 4pm, and so I…”
Discover the secluded Green Island and vibrant Great Barrier Reef on this 9-hour sailing tour from Cairns, featuring snorkeling, marine life, and personalized service.
“It was good, and our mild disappointment was really our fault, not theirs. No issues whatsoever with the people and the experience. I got to see the Island with the cool Croc place and saw the oldest & largest croc alive (since deceased). The snorkeling…”
Experience the Great Barrier Reef with this half-day Green Island cruise from Cairns, featuring snorkeling, glass-bottom boat rides, and island relaxation.
“No improvement necessary altogether a lovely trip.”
Discover Green Island on a half-day cruise from Cairns, featuring snorkeling, glass-bottom boat tours, and lush rainforests for an authentic reef experience.
“Just a rough day on the water but took exactly 45 minutes as promised and left exactly on time to get there and back. Rent the snorkel gear as you’ll be swimming alongside the fish out there!”
Experience the Great Barrier Reef and Green Island from Cairns on a small sailing boat. Snorkel, dive, and relax with expert guides in this personalized tour.
“It was awesome. Blair, Anne, Ollie, and Dan were the GOATS. Enthusiastic, approachable, funny, knowledgeable, and patient! Always felt like they were planning ahead, which made the day go by so smoothly. Completely stress free. Great snorkeling and scuba spots with excellent commentary by the…”
Experience Green Island from Cairns with snorkeling, glass bottom boat rides, and rainforest walks. Perfect for nature lovers and reef explorers alike.
“Had a great time at green island. Saw some reviews that we're negative so was a bit concerned but honestly I think those people expect too much for a $150 day trip! I thought the pricing for food on the island was reasonable and wait…”
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.
“Guided tour is excellent and the crew is really friendly for everything. Weather is always important for all these activities.”
Discover the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns with a full-day cruise to Green Island, featuring snorkeling, glass-bottom boat rides, and rainforest walks for an authentic marine adventure.
“Interesting day out to the reef. A 45 minute boat trip to Greenisland, lunch and then two trips around the reef. First on a glass bottom boat to see from above, then in a semi submersible to see from a fish eye point of view.…”
Explore Fitzroy Island from Cairns with flexible packages including boat transfers, snorkeling, optional lunch, and guided activities for a full day of natural beauty.
“Check in was smooth and boat left on time. Lunch was good but make sure you get there early because they don’t replenish food towards the end. Snorkel gear was fine but they should have some anti fog spray for the goggles because they fog…”
Discover the highlights of Cairns' Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island in one day. Snorkel, explore, and relax with this well-rated tour for all ages.
“Absolutely wonderful from getting on board to getting off. Well informed of travel, meeting point & about the Barrier Reef, we did the glass bottom boat which was very informative & the submarine although the windows were quite dirty & scratched & the fish weren’t…”
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.
“Sailed out to Green Island very quickly only 45 mins. Very friendly and helpful crew. Definitely hire snorkel equipment on the boat much cheaper than on the Island. Book the glass bottom boat tour too as you see the Reef and huge amounts Read more”
Discover Fitzroy Island from Cairns with this half-day tour featuring snorkeling, glass-bottom boat rides, rainforest walks, and stunning marine views for $64.
The reef out front, the oldest rainforest behind and a railway between.