Green Island & Great Barrier Reef

Green Island is a coral cay on the Great Barrier Reef, a short boat ride from Cairns. Visitors can snorkel, take glass-bottom boat rides and relax on the beach.

Where: Cairns, Australia
Time needed: Half to full day
Best time to go: May–Oct

💡 Tip: Bring reef-safe sunscreen; a stinger suit may be needed in warmer months.

About Cairns

Cairns is a tropical city in far north Queensland and the main gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree and Kuranda rainforests. It has a relaxed waterfront and a warm climate year-round.

More to see in Cairns

ExperienceKuranda Scenic RailwayAbout 2 hours each way

ViewpointSkyrail Rainforest CablewayAbout 1.5 hours

Tours that visit Cairns

9-Night Explore Australia Reef MagicMelbourne 3N, Cairns 3N, Sydney 3N · 9 nights

From ₹2,77,570 per person

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