Big Cat Green Island Cruise
DestinationCairns, Australia
CategoryInternational
Starting fromOn request
CancellationAs per policy
Big Cat Green Island Cruise in Australia Tours
Big Cat Green Island Cruise is a popular Great Barrier Reef excursion from Cairns, offering a convenient way to visit Green Island, a beautiful coral cay located within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The cruise combines a scenic journey across the Coral Sea with opportunities to explore the island and its surrounding marine environment.
Once on Green Island, visitors can enjoy activities such as snorkelling, swimming, glass-bottom boat experiences and exploring the island’s tropical rainforest. The clear waters around the island provide opportunities to see colourful coral and marine life.
The cruise is suitable for travellers looking for a combination of island relaxation, marine exploration and Great Barrier Reef experiences. With its tropical scenery and range of optional activities, Green Island makes an enjoyable day trip from Cairns.
What is included & excluded
- Entry: The Big Cat Green Island Cruise is a paid marine and island excursion. A valid cruise ticket is required for travel.
- Booking: Advance booking is recommended, particularly during weekends, school holidays, and peak travel periods.
- Departure: Guests should arrive at the designated Cairns departure terminal before the scheduled boarding time. The exact departure point and check-in time should be confirmed on the booking.
- Duration: The cruise and island experience may be arranged as a half-day or full-day excursion, depending on the selected package.
- Activities: Depending on the package, activities may include Great Barrier Reef sightseeing, snorkelling, glass-bottom boat viewing, and exploring Green Island.
- Safety: Guests must follow crew instructions, marine-safety procedures, and all requirements for water-based activities.
- Swimming & Snorkelling: Participants should follow designated swimming and snorkelling areas and use provided safety equipment as instructed. Children and inexperienced swimmers should remain appropriately supervised.
- Photography: Photography and video recording are generally permitted for personal use, subject to crew instructions and safety requirements.
- Accessibility: Accessibility varies between the vessel, boarding arrangements, island facilities, and individual activities. Guests requiring assistance should confirm arrangements before booking.
- Weather Conditions: Cruise routes, departure times, and water activities may be modified, delayed, or cancelled because of strong winds, rough seas, storms, or other unsafe marine conditions.
- Marine Environment: Guests should not touch or damage coral, disturb marine life, collect shells or other natural materials, or leave any waste in the marine environment.
- Children: Children must remain under appropriate adult supervision and comply with age or safety requirements for individual activities.
- Cancellation/Refund: Cancellation and refund conditions depend on the specific Big Cat cruise package and booking terms. Weather-related cancellations may be subject to the operator's applicable conditions.
- Changes to Itinerary: Vessel schedules, island activities, reef viewing, and other inclusions may change because of weather, marine conditions, safety requirements, or operational circumstances.
- Important: Big Cat Green Island Cruise provides access to Green Island and the surrounding Great Barrier Reef environment, offering opportunities for reef viewing and selected water activities. Guests should check the latest departure details, inclusions, and weather conditions before travelling.
Cancellation policy
Cancellation and refund conditions for the Big Cat Green Island Cruise are subject to the ticket type and booking terms applicable at the time of purchase. Any permitted cancellation, refund, or date change will be processed according to the applicable cruise operator's terms. If the cruise is cancelled due to adverse weather or operational reasons, alternative arrangements or a refund may be offered in accordance with the operator's policy. If the cruise is booked as part of a guided tour, excursion, or travel package, the cancellation and refund conditions of the respective booking will apply.
Terms & conditions
- Admission is subject to a valid ticket or booking confirmation.
- Passengers should arrive at the designated departure terminal before the scheduled boarding time.
- Guests must follow the instructions of the captain, crew, guides and authorised personnel.
- All passengers must comply with applicable maritime safety regulations and emergency procedures.
- Guests must remain within designated passenger areas and must not enter restricted crew or operational areas.
- Children must be supervised by an accompanying adult. Big Cat's conditions require adult supervision for children under 16.
- Guests must not bring weapons, explosives, flammable or dangerous materials aboard the vessel.
- Alcohol may only be consumed when sold or supplied onboard by the operator, in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Guests must not behave in a manner that endangers, inconveniences or disturbs other passengers or crew.
- The operator may refuse boarding or require a passenger to leave where necessary for safety, comfort or compliance with the conditions of carriage.
- Snorkelling, diving and other water activities are subject to additional safety requirements and operator instructions.
- Certain optional activities may have minimum age, health, swimming ability or participation requirements.
- Guests should bring swimwear, a towel, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and a change of clothes for water-based activities.
- Visitors must respect Green Island's protected natural environment and must not damage coral, vegetation or marine life.
- Guests must not touch, feed, chase or deliberately disturb marine life.
- Reef-safe sunscreen and responsible reef practices are recommended to help protect the island and surrounding reef.
- Photography for personal use is generally permitted, subject to safety, wildlife and activity-specific restrictions.
- Drones are not permitted on Big Cat tours.
- Commercial photography or professional filming may require prior permission.
- Wheelchair accessibility is available in a limited capacity, and guests with specific accessibility requirements should contact the operator before booking.
- Cruise itineraries and activities may be modified, substituted, delayed or cancelled because of weather, tides, sea conditions, safety requirements or unforeseen circumstances.
- Visitors are responsible for their personal belongings.
- Cancellation and refund conditions depend on the booking and applicable operator terms.
- Big Cat's current conditions state that a 100% cancellation fee applies when less than 24 hours' notice is given before departure.
- If Big Cat cancels the cruise because of weather, tidal conditions or other unforeseen circumstances, the operator may offer an alternative date or travel option, another Reef Unlimited product, or a full refund, subject to its conditions.
- No-shows or failure to board on time may result in loss of the booking without refund.
- If the cruise is booked through an organised travel agency, the applicable agency booking conditions may also apply.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
01What is the best time to visit Australia?
The best time is September to November (spring) and March to May (autumn) for pleasant weather across most regions.
02What is the currency used in Australia?
The official currency is the Australian Dollar (AUD).
03What are Australia's top tourist attractions?
Popular attractions include Sydney Opera House, Great Barrier Reef, Uluru, and the Great Ocean Road.
04How many days are enough to explore Australia?
A trip of 10–14 days is ideal to visit major destinations such as Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, and the Gold Coast.
05Do Indians need a visa to visit Australia?
Yes. Indian passport holders must obtain a valid Australian visitor visa before traveling.
06Can I find Indian food in Australia?
Yes. Cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide have many Indian restaurants and grocery stores.
07What SIM card should I buy in Australia?
Popular providers include Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone Australia, with prepaid tourist SIM plans available at airports and convenience stores.
08What is the time difference between India and Australia?
Australia has multiple time zones. Depending on the city and daylight saving time, it is generally 4.5 to 5.5 hours ahead of India.
09How long is the flight from India to Australia?
A direct flight from major Indian cities to Sydney or Melbourne typically takes 11–13 hours, while connecting flights take longer.
10Is travel insurance mandatory?
It is not mandatory for a standard tourist visa, but it is strongly recommended to cover medical emergencies, trip delays, and lost baggage.
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