Two great locations in one day!!! Visitors cruise to Green Island, later in the morning fly by helicopter to Great Adventures pontoon and at the end of the afternoon the return to Cairns is by a luxury spacious air-conditioned catamaran.
The day starts with a cruise across the Coral Sea to Green Island. Green Island is a beautiful coral cay located on the Great Barrier Reef with tropical rainforests surrounded by white sandy beaches, beautiful coral reefs and extensive marine life. Enjoy two hours on this unique tropical Island with snorkelling equipment included.
Then around lunch time the helicopter departs the island and passengers have the opportunity to take great photos of the area including hopefully turtles, sting rays and whales. The reef colours from the top are brighter and even more beautiful. It is a great experience.
The landing is done on a helipad in the outer reef and visitors are transferred to Great Adventures floating platform where an exciting afternoon awaits them filled with many activities.The pontoon is suitable for all ages, swimmers and non-swimmers as the platform offers activities for people who want to get in the water and also for those one who prefer to stay dry.
The pontoon features undercover seating, tables to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, full bar facilities, sundeck, a swimming enclosure for children, change rooms with freshwater showers and scuba diving facilities with a semi-submerged platform. The main activities included are unlimited snorkelling, underwater observatory, semi-submersible coral viewing and reef education presentation.
Extra activities include:
After this great busy day cruise back to Cairns on a luxury air-conditioned catamaran.
Tourism Cairns works with family and group discounts. Please email us for a quote.
| Time | Description |
|---|---|
| 7:30-8:15 | Check-in at the Great Adventues desk inside the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence Street |
| 8:30 | Boat departs the Reef Terminal, Cairns |
| Travel time is 45 minutes to Green Island on a fast stable motor catamaran | |
| 9:15 | Boat arrives at Green Island |
| Enjoy around 2 hours exploring this tropical island | |
| 12:30 | Helicopter departs Green Island to Norman Reef |
| Travel time is 30 minutes directly from Green Island to the outer reef | |
| 13:00 | Helicopter arrives at Great Adventures pontoon |
| Enjoy around 2 hours & 30 minutes exploring the reef | |
| 15:30 | Boat departs Great Adventure pontoon |
| 17:30 | Boat arrives back in Cairns |
| 17:40 | Clients make their way back to the hotel |
Please Note:
All Divers: In accordance with the Australian diving law, ALL DIVERS must complete a medical questionnaire on board, before diving.
Introductory Divers - NOTE: Certain medical conditions may prevent you from diving (e.g. Asthma, Heart Disease), please contact our office. Min. age to dive is 12 years.
Flying after Diving: If only one dive is undertaken then a minimum of 12 hours is recommended before flying. If more than one dive is conducted in the day, an interval of 24 hours is recommended. This is not applicable for low helicopter flights over the reef.
Helicopter Passengers: Weight Check: Please note that client’s body weight must be advised prior to the reservation being confirmed as per Australia's Aviation Policy. Should a client advise a weight variance of more than 10%, the right is reserved to charge a 100% cancellation fee.
Insurance: The helicopter operator carries full insurance including Public Liability Insurance of $50,000,000.00.
Scooba-doo Scooter & Sea Walker: Min age is 12 years old.
| Season: 2024 - 2025 Rates | Dates: 1st April 2024 - 31st March 2025 | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise / Fly / Cruise |
$595.00 per adult $595.00 per child |
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| Additional Extras | Dates: 1st April 2024 - 31st March 2025 | |
| Introductory Dive | $268.00 per adult / $268.00 per child | |
| Certified Dive | $126.00 per adult / $126.00 per child | |
| Guided Snorkel Tour | $68.00 per adult / $36.00 per child | |
Age: Adult age: 15 yrs + / Child age: 4-14 years inclusive.
Reef Tax: $6.50 is levied for all adults and children entering the Great Barrier Reef. This charge and other levies are INCLUDED in the cruise fares.
Booking fees: Tourism Cairns do not charge any booking fees.
Deposit and final payment: At Tourism Cairns clients are required to pay a deposit only at the time of booking. Final payment is to be completed 48 hours prior to departure or on the day of travel, depending on each tour operator's policy.
Cancellation by the traveller: If the tour is cancelled by the client up to 7 days prior to departure, a full refund is applicable. If the tour is cancelled by the client 7 days prior to departure, the deposit amount might be retained. If the tour is cancelled by the client 48 hours prior to departure, 100% cancellation fee may apply.
Booking amendments: If the date of a tour needs to be changed, Tourism Cairns must be notified in writing by the client up to 48 hours prior to the tour date.