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Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns - only 25 guests
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Sail on a 2-masted schooner from Cairns to Green Island for a full day of snorkeling, swimming, and scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef. Have a choice of options for exploring Green Island, spending time in the water around the magnificent coral reefs, walking in the rain forest, or lazing on the white sandy beaches. Enjoy the expertise of the superb crew, in addition to buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea and a glass of wine as you cruise back to Cairns.
  • Full-day cruise by 2-masted sailing schooner to Green Island, from Cairns
  • Enjoy the only engines-off sailing cruise from Cairns (winds permitting)
  • Spend time at an exclusive Green Island mooring in the Great Barrier Reef
  • Swim, snorkel, and dive (additional cost) in pristine waters
  • See the colorful fish and other marine life that inhabits the reef
  • Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, plus morning and afternoon tea aboard the schooner
  • Have free-time to relax on the sandy beach or explore Green Island
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Sailing cruise to Green Island & the Great Barrier Reef
Environment Management Charge and port fees
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Morning and Afternoon tea
Complimentary glass of wine on the return sail to Cairns
Snorkeling tuition, tours and in-water crew assistance if required
Snorkeling equipment (snorkel, marks, flippers, buoyancy vests)
Transfers to/from the schooner to Green Island
Reef talk by a marine interpreter
Fish Feed
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Pre-book only if have no past or present medical issues nor taking any medication. Enquire if unsure
Optional diving - x 1-2 Certified / x 1-2 Intro dives possible on day .10-12m depth .

Departure Point

1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

Departure Time

7:15 AM

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
Make your own way to the marina in Cairns where you board your spacious 54-foot (16.5-meter) 2–masted schooner for the sailing excursion to Green Island, located on the Great Barrier Reef.

Sip a cup of complimentary tea or coffee and snack on fresh muffins and fruit as your vessel prepares for departure. Receive a safety briefing then perhaps assist the crew with hoisting the sails before relaxing and soaking up the scenery as you motor-sail to Green Island.

Green Island is a protected Marine National Park, topped with emerald rain forest and surrounded by white sandy beaches and magnificent coral reefs, the perfect place for snorkeling and scuba diving. If you plan to scuba dive (additional cost), complete your paperwork and site briefing during the journey over to the island so that you can hop in the water upon arrival.

Your captain moors the boat at Pinnacle Reef just offshore from Green Island. Hit the water and snorkel or dive among schools of tropical fish, turtles, giant clams, shells, starfish and sea anemones in this underwater paradise.

After a morning of snorkeling and scuba diving, a delicious buffet lunch is served onboard your boat before transferring by dinghy to Green Island. Relax on the beach or explore the island. Visit Marineland Melanesia to watch the crocodile feeding and see a variety of marine life up close.

After ample time on the Great Barrier Reef, sail back to Cairns (wind permitting). Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine with your tropical afternoon tea, a perfect way to end your day out on the reef.

This tour is perfect for all levels of water experience with instruction and in-water assistance provided.
Itinerary
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Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom - Cairns Premier Reef & Island Tours
These are the two most personal Great Barrier Reef tours in Cairns. We also offer standard snorkel options, please enquire with us for more information !
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Duration: 9 hours 
Admission Ticket Included
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Great Barrier Reef
Admire the beauty of the Great Barrier reef on this day tour to Green Island
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Duration: 9 hours 
Admission Ticket Free
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Great Barrier Reef
On this tour snorkel over an incredible reef system and view the most unique and colorful marine life
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Admission Ticket Free
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Green Island
Guests can visit this island as part of their Ocean Free Green Island & Great Barrier Reef sailing tour with only a maximum of 25 guests Ocean Free actually moors on an exclusive private reef 1Km off the island where guests can split their time between snorkelling and diving (optional extra) just off the boat and going to the island in the tender to explore or just relax on the tropical beach . Guests have 4 and 1/2 hrs to experience the reef and island . Typically our guests chose to spend 1-2 hrs on the island . On the island guests can enjoy an interpretative walk across the island , relax on the beach and visit Marineland Melanesia (small fee to enter here)
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Duration: 1 hour 
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Marineland Crocodile Park
Ocean Free moors on its exclusive Great Barrier reef mooring 1KM off Green Island . Guests have 4 and 1/2 hrs to experience the reef and island . Tender transfers to Green Island from the main vessel are usually done after a morning of snorkelling on the reef where guests can chose to spend the rest of the afternoon on the island or just an hour and return to boat for more snorkelling - the choice is theirs. Marineland Melanesia is an optional experience when visiting Green Island - there you can see crocodiles (in captivity !) , a croc feed display , turtles , artefacts and facts for around the region
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Cairns Premier Reef & Island Tours
Cairns Premier Reef & Island tours operate 2 personal , low guest number Great Barrier Reef Tours (www.cairnspremierreefislandtours.com) Ocean Free Green Island + Great Barrier Reef sailing tour Ocean Freedom Luxury Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive
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Duration: 9 hours 
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  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • A maximum of 25 people ensures a unique and personalized experience
  • Please note: All divers will be required to complete a medical questionnaire on board prior to diving. Please only book the diving options if you have no medical conditions nor taking medication as some conditions/medication preclude you from diving
  • Tour requires you to be stable and mobile enough to move around a moving vessel and to transfer from main vessel onto tender and back
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Covid Procedures: Sanitisation stations will be available on board as well as high-touch areas being sanitised regularly, contract tracing will be followed with all details required at the time of booking, upon arrival questions will be asked regarding travel in the last 14 days, contact with any Covid-19 positive individuals and potential symptoms – answers to these questions may impact your ability to travel and will be at the discretion of the crew on the day.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Cairns Premier Reef & Island Tours

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Learn more about cancellations.

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns - only 25 guests ?
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The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
See all safety measures taken by Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns - only 25 guests .
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What is the social distancing policy during Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns - only 25 guests ?
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The policy on social distancing is:

  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns - only 25 guests .
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns - only 25 guests ?
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The policy on staff health & safety is:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
See all safety measures taken by Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns - only 25 guests .
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What is the maximum group size during Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns - only 25 guests ?
A:
This activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers.

See all safety measures taken by Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns - only 25 guests .

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Traveler Tips

  • "If you get sea sick, you can bring your own pills or purchase them on board." See review
  • "I wouldn't recommend this cruise for small children, which is why I chose it." See review

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An amazing experience
MarieEve_B
, Jun 2021
Great crew, really attentive. Various snacks are served during the trip and we had a real feast for lunch on board. Beautiful views and a good spot near Green Island to do snorkeling through corals and fish. The sailing boat experience on the ocean is amazing!
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icon Response from Host , Jul 2021
Thank you so much for this review Marie. We pride ourselves on the spectacular locations in our Marine Park protected zones and our crew love to look after all guests. Great to hear you also enjoyed our lunch and the amazing sail home – our Ocean Free is indeed a great sailing boat!
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Unique, personalised experience
Glynn_A
, May 2021
The day is full of unforgettable highlights- snorkelling with experienced divers, barge to Green Island, sailing back to Cairns, great food and happy welcoming crew. Not to be missed.
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2021
So glad you enjoyed all aspects of your trip! Thank you for your review, we hope to have you on board again in the future :)
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Full of Impressive moments
Bronwyn_Adam
, May 2021
Great personalised service. Scuba dive a highlight definitely worth the money. Food absolutely impressive seafood & plenty of it. Staff polite & full of positivity. Sail boat made experience on the reef a memory forever.
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icon Response from Host , May 2021
So lovely to hear! Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! We hope to see you again for a sail one day :)
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Wonderful day on the sea.
Chris_A
, May 2021
Well worth the cost. Superb day out with an excellent, friendly crew. Beautiful boat and great scenery. Loved sailing back in at the end of the day. Great help for those nervous of snorkling for the first time. Would recommend to anyone.
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icon Response from Host , May 2021
Hi Chris, thank you so much for the review and recommendation. We are so glad to hear :)
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From start to finish this day was amazing.
Robb
, May 2021
Every part of this experience was fantastic. From the moment you board the staff make sure you are comfortable make sure your safe and enjoying the day to the fullest. From the start everyone was offered sea sick tablets and sun screen for the trip out to Green Island. The trip out was done with a sail up. Then when we were out anchored just off Green Island the snorkelling was amazing with many guided trips out on the reef with their knowledgeable staff and safety at the forefront of how they operate the vessel. Lunch was an amazing spread of food and they cater to vegans and gluten free diets without dramas or even a glimpse of bother. After lunch we were taken on a tender over to Green Island and left to explore the island for an optional one or two hours. Once returning to the boat another snorkel is on offer before anchoring up and heading home for the day. The winds allowed us to have three sails up on the way back to the marina the way back included a glass of wine cheese and crackers and cake which was the icing on the cake of a magical day.
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icon Response from Host , May 2021
Oh wow, thank you so much for taking the time to write this review! We are so happy to hear how well you were looked after and how much you enjoyed your day! Hopefully we can have you out again one day :)
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Great
John
, May 2021
Very easy going and helpful group Although food isn’t their speciality probably take more notice when morning tea and afternoon tea comes out as the morning was forgotten and rushed out just as we were arriving back but apart from that very good experience.
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A must go when in Cairns
Ramil_B
, Apr 2021
Great crew on the yacht, hospitable and knowledgeable about the best spot to snorkel...we were able to see a chunk of beautiful corals and large fish. After which we land on the Green Island. Amazing island but stores were close when we got there. I could have given a 5 star if it not for a stormy weather.
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icon Response from Host , Apr 2021
Hi Ramil, thank you for the review! We wish the weather had of been better for you however we are glad that you still had a great regardless and that the crew could make your day so enjoyable with their hospitality and knowledge. We hope we can have the chance to take you back out again one day 😊
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Amazing
Lisa_J
, Apr 2021
An Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish! The crew were simply fantastic and made the day a very memorable one. Our captain was great. He was informative and made the entire trip fun. Our snorkel experience was incredible we saw stingrays and a turtle and loads of fish and we had a great tour of the reef. The breakfast and lunch was lovely and fresh, followed up with cheese and crackers with wine to enjoy our trip back to the mainland. I 100% recommend this tour and will definitely book again, if I return to Cairns!
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icon Response from Host , Apr 2021
Hi Lisa, thank you so much for this lovely review. We are so thrilled you had such a fantastic day out with us! With the list of marine life you saw it certainly sounds like an incredible snorkel experience. We would absolutely love to you have you back onboard and look forward to seeing you again one day! 😊
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Personal touch makes the difference
Tracey_H
, Apr 2021
The crew are so genuine and real, they take the time to treat you like you matter. The food and service was excellent. The sailing and snorkelling was great.
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icon Response from Host , Apr 2021
Our crew certainly are our best asset! Great to hear you enjoyed your experience with us - thank you for leaving us a review :)
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Loved it!
Helen
, Mar 2020
The weather was perfect, being out on the water was relieving from the humidity on land. There was only 13 or so people which was awesome. They reversed the tour which suited us better! On Green Island, we went to the croc place (aka crocodile prison for the not-so nice crocs) and were in time to be the only 2 there for the feeding. The beach and waters were stunning and amazing with so little people there. Lunch did the job. Snorkelling was amazing!!! Saw a shark, a stingray, different coloured coral, colourful fishes and no jellyfish thankfully ! After everyone was back on board, we headed back but stopped for a while to enjoy a glass of wine, fruit and cake. It was so peaceful. Thanks to Jess, Matt and Scott for a great experience. Biggest regret is not asking them more questions about the reef, their experiences etc but I learned from it and annoyed all my other guides in Australia 😁
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icon Response from Host , Jul 2020
Thank you for your review, so glad to hear how much you enjoyed your trip! The crocodiles are truly a sight to see, and it also sounds like you saw some of the best marine life the reef has to offer. There is something so peaceful and beautiful about turning off the engine and sailing (or drifting, if there is no wind!) with a glass of wine and snacks – no better way to end the day. You’ll have to keep a list of all your questions and come back to ask us again 😊
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