Walk, Sail and Snorkel: Great Barrier Reef & Green Island Tour from Cairns

About this experience

Walk, Sail and Snorkel: Great Barrier Reef and Green Island Tour This full-day guided sailing tour from Cairns takes you to two spectacular destinations in one trip: Pinnacle Reef for world-class snorkelling and Green Island for rainforest walks and beach relaxation. Your place on the tour includes a return sail aboard the operator's vessel from Cairns to Pinnacle Reef, a secluded coral site where colourful bommies and shoals of tropical fish thrive just metres below the surface. The crew provides high-quality snorkelling equipment and tuition for all experience levels, so beginners can explore with confidence. After your underwater adventure, the tour continues to Green Island, a coral cay covered in ancient rainforest. You will have 4.5 hours total to enjoy both locations, including time to walk the shaded island paths, relax on white sand beaches, or swim in the calm lagoon waters. Green Island is also home to Marineland Melanesia, where you can see Cassius, the world's largest crocodile in captivity (entry not included). On the return sail to Cairns, the crew serves a tasting of sparkling wine alongside tropical fruit platters, cheese and crackers as you watch the coastline drift past. For certified divers, there is an option to upgrade to a guided scuba dive for an additional fee payable on-site. What is Included Return sailing from Cairns to Pinnacle Reef and Green Island High-quality snorkelling equipment and tuition Freshly-baked Danish pastries, tropical fruit and warm beverages Smorgasbord lunch featuring regional produce Afternoon platters of tropical fruits, cheeses, crackers and cakes A tasting of sparkling wine served by the crew on the return journey Tender transfer to Green Island Total of 4.5 hours at reef and island locations Good to Know Arrive at the departure point 30 minutes before boarding time. An additional AU$20 per person admin and fuel levy must be paid at check-in. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, hat and a change of dry clothes. The tour is not wheelchair accessible. Additional alcoholic and soft drinks are not included in the ticket price but can be purchased onboard. All specified meals and snacks are included. No snorkelling experience is necessary as tuition and safety support are provided for all guests. If you are looking for more ways to explore the reef, consider the outer reef pontoon experience for deeper water diving opportunities. For those wanting to explore more of tropical Queensland, the Daintree Rainforest day tour offers a perfect complement to your reef adventure. Alcohol is not sold through this listing. Any tasting is served on site by the operator to guests of legal drinking age. Vehicles are not sold through this listing. Any vehicle used during the experience is supplied by the operator and returned at the end.

Highlights

• Full-day sail from Cairns to Pinnacle Reef and Green Island
• Snorkel among coral bommies and tropical fish at a secluded reef site
• High-quality snorkelling gear and tuition provided for all levels
• Explore Green Island's rainforest trails on foot
• Combine reef snorkelling with beach relaxation in a single trip

What is included

• Snorkelling equipment including snorkel jackets, wetsuit/lycra, in-water tuition
• Danish pastries and fresh fruit, tea and coffee on boarding
• Full smorgasbord lunch on board vessel, tender transfers to Green Island Beach
• Fresh fruit, cheese and crackers with glass of champagne, and cakes on sail home
• Snorkel on exclusive reef site straight off the boat

Not included

• Admin/fuel levy (AU$20 per person to be paid at check-in)
• Soft drink, beer and wine (available for purchase)
• Hotel bus transfers

Before you go

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Cancellation terms

Cancel for free until 24 hours before your visit date and get a full refund. Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit.