
Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns
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Is Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns worth booking?
Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns is a 8-hour experience in Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia, from $189 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $189 per person
Discover the beauty of Green Island, a tropical coral cay on the Great Barrier Reef, with full day tour and included Introductory or Certified diving. Engage in snorkeling, explore the island’s unique rainforests, and re
What you get
- Semi Sub tour (if option selected)
- The choice of Glass Bottom Boat tour or Snorkel Equipment (please advise preference when booking)
- Full buffet lunch (if option selected)
About this experience
Discover the beauty of Green Island, a tropical coral cay on the Great Barrier Reef, with full day tour and included Introductory or Certified diving. Engage in snorkeling, explore the island’s unique rainforests, and relax on pristine beaches. Enjoy optional buffet lunch or semi submersible tour to complete your day in paradise. - Full day tours allow up to 5.5 hours on Green Island. - Choose between snorkeling gear or a glass bottom boat tour. - Family-friendly activities available for all ages. - Introductory dives for beginners, no experience necessary (min age 12yrs) - Certified diving (padi required, min age 12yrs)
What's included
Included
- Semi Sub tour (if option selected)
- The choice of Glass Bottom Boat tour or Snorkel Equipment (please advise preference when booking)
- Full buffet lunch (if option selected)
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cairns & the Tropical North
Check in directly to the vessel listed on your digital boarding pass. If you have not received a digital boarding pass the afternoon prior to your travel date, please contact the operator.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Check in directly to the vessel listed on your digital boarding pass. If you have not received a digital boarding pass the afternoon prior to your travel date, please contact the operator.
Options you can book
Cruise + Introductory Dive
Choice of GBB or Snorkel Gear: Choose between a Glass Bottom Boat tour or included snorkel equipment use (please advise operator of preference) Included Intro dive: Great for beginners. Min age 12yrs
Cruise + Lunch + Intro Dive
Choice of GBB or Snorkel Gear: Choose between a Glass Bottom Boat tour or snorkel equipment use (please advise operator of preference) Full Buffet Lunch Included Introductory Dive: Great for beginners, min age 12yrs
Cruise, SemiSub, Lunch + Cert
Choice of GBB or Snorkel Gear: Choose between a Glass Bottom Boat tour or snorkel equipment use (please advise operator of preference) Full buffet lunch Includes Semi Submarine tour Includes a Certified Dive: Padi cert required
Cruise + Semi Sub + Cert Dive
Choice between GBB or Snorkel: Choose between a Glass Bottom Boat tour or snorkel equipment use (please advise operator of preference) Included Semi Submarine tour Includes a Cert dive: Padi cert required
Cruise + Semi Sub + Intro Dive
Choice between GBB or Snorkel : Choose between a Glass Bottom Boat tour or snorkel equipment use (please advise operator of preference) Includes a Semi Submarine tour Includes Introductory Dive: Perfect for beginners, min age 12yrs
Cruise + Lunch + Cert Dive
Choice between GBB or Snorkel : Choose between a Glass Bottom Boat tour or snorkel equipment use (please advise operator of preference) Full buffet lunch Included Cert Dive: Padi cert required
Cruise, SemiSub, Lunch + Intro
Choice between GBB or Snorkel: Choose between a Glass Bottom Boat tour or snorkel equipment use (please advise operator of preference) Full buffet lunch Included Semi Submarine tour Introductory Dive: Great for beginners, min age 12yrs
Cruise + Certified Dive
Choice of GBB or Snorkel Gear: Choose between a Glass Bottom Boat or included snorkel Gear (please advise operator which preference) Included Certified Dive: Padi cert required
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $189 to $385
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairns & the Tropical North.
How much does Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns cost?
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Prices start at $189 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cairns & the Tropical North usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cairns & the Tropical North is not rushed.
Is Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cairns & the Tropical North, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cairns & the Tropical North can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cairns & the Tropical North and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Explore Green Island with Diving options from Cairns start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cairns & the Tropical North within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cairns & the Tropical North?
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On Outty we rank every Cairns & the Tropical North experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran, Ocean Free: Small Group Great Barrier Reef & Green Island Tour, Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cairns & the Tropical North?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cairns & the Tropical North?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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