Great Adventures Green Island + Moore Reef Pontoon Combo
About This Activity
Combine two hours on Green Island with three hours at an Outer Great Barrier Reef activity platform on this full-day cruise from Cairns. The day includes snorkelling at both locations, a buffet lunch and several ways to view the reef, including a semi-submersible tour and underwater observatory.
Highlights
- Spend two hours exploring Green Island’s reef, rainforest and beach.
- Continue to the Moore Reef activity platform for three hours on the Outer Great Barrier Reef.
- Snorkel at Green Island and the outer reef with equipment provided.
- See coral and marine life from a semi-submersible and underwater observatory.
- Enjoy a hot and cold buffet lunch, refreshments and reef education activities.
Full Description
Travel by fast, air-conditioned catamaran from Cairns to Green Island, a coral cay with fringing reef, rainforest walks and a lifeguard-patrolled beach. After approximately two hours on the island, continue to Great Adventures’ spacious activity platform at Moore Reef.
The platform gives swimmers and non-swimmers several ways to experience the reef. Snorkelling equipment, buoyancy vests, a semi-submersible coral-viewing tour, the underwater observatory and guided reef talks are included.
Morning refreshments, a hot and cold buffet lunch, afternoon tea and cheese and biscuits on the return journey are included.
Itinerary
| Check-in: | Great Adventures counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Boarding is scheduled before departure. |
| Catamaran to Green Island: | Approximately 45 minutes, subject to conditions. |
| Green Island: | Around two hours for snorkelling, beach time, rainforest walks or optional activities. |
| Outer reef: | Continue to the Moore Reef platform for approximately three hours of reef activities and lunch. |
| Return: | Depart the outer reef in the afternoon and arrive back in Cairns in the early evening. |
**For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Includes
- Return air-conditioned catamaran cruise from Cairns
- Two hours on Green Island
- Three hours at the Moore Reef platform
- Snorkelling equipment at Green Island and Moore Reef
- Buoyancy vests at the platform
- Hot and cold buffet lunch
- Morning refreshments, afternoon tea, and cheese and biscuits on the return journey
- Semi-submersible coral-viewing tour
- Underwater observatory
- Reef education presentation and guided eco reef talk
Not Included
- Fuel or operational surcharge, if applied on the day
- Optional scuba diving, Scuba Doo, guided snorkel tours, parasailing and scenic helicopter flights
- Entry to Marineland on Green Island
- Coach transfers unless separately arranged
Not Suitable For
The standard cruise is suitable for a broad range of guests, including non-swimmers. Optional diving and other activities have separate age, medical and mobility requirements. Guests needing wheelchair or mobility assistance should confirm suitability with the operator before booking.
Meeting Point
Check in at the Great Adventures counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street, Cairns. Arrive in time to collect your boarding pass before boarding.
Important Information
Schedules and activities may change because of weather, sea conditions or operational requirements. Some optional Green Island activities may not be possible within the available island time. Any applicable surcharge and optional activities are paid separately. Drones are not permitted.
What to Bring
- Swimwear and towel
- Comfortable shoes
- Hat and reef-friendly sunscreen
- Camera
- Card or spending money for refreshments, souvenirs and optional activities
Not Allowed
- Drones are not permitted.
Know Before You Go
Children are generally classed as ages 4–14, with children under four travelling free. Check the current booking confirmation for the exact departure, check-in requirements and any applicable levies.
