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

“Good experience, I always get my tickets through Viator and I am happy with thei service. When it comes to the ferry operator, I liked the service they provided so much.”

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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

“The island is beautiful and I enjoyed my time but it was pretty expensive. I booked the guided snorkel safari and the marine biologist was great but the ocean was soo rough and my snorkel kept filling with water so I spent most of the…”

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5.Ocean Free 25 guest Great Barrier Reef & visit Green Island Tour

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.

★ 5.0

“We had an absolutely wonderful afternoon. The crew was fantastic. They were informative and attentive but most of all safety minded. Loved that they went in the water and pointed out wildlife. The food was delicious and abundant. The coral and marine life was fantastic.…”

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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

“The snorkeling was amazing so much to see. you could walk straight jnto the sea from the beach and the reef and fish were about 10 feet away. The equipment was excellent and we were also given a suit to protect against jellyfish. Next time…”

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8.Cairns: Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour

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.

★ 4.8

“Really nice to have a small group. The team were brilliant and really made the experience. The food was good, music was good, snorkelling was good, sailing was good. Can’t go wrong!”

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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

“Our chilled-out day didn't go as planned due to the rain, but we made the most of it. The glass-bottom boat trip was good, where we saw a wide variety of fish and coral. We also saw sea turtles, too”

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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

“Ferry ride was about 50mins, smooth sailing, with plenty of safety briefings. The crew are very friendly and happy to help and guide you on the ferry and on the Island. The crew also look out for you on the Island, which is comforting. The…”

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13.Cairns: Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island Boat Tour

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.

★ 4.6

“Despite it being a terribly windy day and the catamaran trips being extremely choppy, it was an amazing experience. The staff were attentive and explained everything in detail. There were many options for extra activities and experiences. The snorkeling equipment was in good working order…”

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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

“The semi-submarine is the best ever. Our tour guide were just amazing. Everyone of them did a fantastic job. Will definitely recommend this tour.”

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