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Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises

Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises operates daily full and half-day tours from Cairns to Green Island, a stunning tropical coral cay on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, just 45 minutes offshore. Surrounded by white sandy beaches, island rainforest, and vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life, the island offers activities for all ages. Guests can enjoy snorkelling, scuba diving, glass bottom boat tours, semi-submarine rides, and beach relaxation. The award-winning, Australian-owned operator has been running since 1990 and holds Advanced ECO Certification, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability and protecting the Reef for future generations.

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Sustainability Commitment

At Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises we believe each person around the world can reduce their total emissions each year. There are hundreds of different ways we can do this by introducing environmental practices into our everyday life such as using energy saving appliances, low energy bulbs, reduction of waste and litter and the use of environmentally friendly detergents. When travelling on our eco cruise we encourage our guests to ensure these practices are maintained, even whilst away from home, and to choose to support tour operators who have achieved the Ecotourism and Climate Action certification logo. At Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises, all of our Eco cruise & activities are carried out following industry best standards/guidelines and your patronage helps support important conservation initiatives aimed directly at the protection of Australia’s natural heritage. With over 2,500 individual reefs, over 900 islands, and over 1500 species of fish, the GBR is one of the richest and most complex natural ecosystems on earth, and extremely significant for biodiversity conservation.

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Accessibility

  • Actively welcomes people with access needs

Accessibility Details

  • Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
  • Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair
  • Caters for people with allergies and intolerances
  • Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss
  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person
Two people with snorkeling gear are in clear, shallow water near a coral reef, with a lush island in the background and a blue sky above—a perfect scene for those seeking ecotourism adventures.

Reef Rocket Half Day

Enjoy a half day reef cruise with “Reef Rocket”, a comfortable modern air-conditioned high-speed catamaran transferring a relaxed atmosphere. Our half day tours allow you to enjoy the beauty of Green Island when short on time or simply want to get to the reef for a couple of hours.

A small boat approaches a lush island surrounded by clear, turquoise waters and a visible coral reef. A wooden pier extends from the island into the sea, inviting visitors to explore. The sky is clear and blue, perfect for an ecotourism adventure.

Big Cat Full Day

Cruise to Green Island with Big Cat! Our full day tours allow flexibility so you can enjoy all our activities at the Great Barrier Reef whilst maximising your time on this fabulous tropical island.

A white boat with a canopy floats on clear, blue-green water near a visible coral reef. A person is standing on the boat. Two other boats are in the background under a partly cloudy sky, offering an eco-friendly tour experience.

Green Island Transfer Only

Ferry transfer return only. You can choose your departure and return time. Half and full day options available and you can buy all activities and lunch on the Big Cat vessel on the day!

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CONTACT DETAILS

1 Spence Street Cairns QLD 4870
P. 07 4051 0444
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State and Region Detail
QLD - Tropical North Queensland Region
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