Top Ten Things to Do on Green Island,

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Top 10 Things to Do on Green Island – Reef, Relaxation & Rainforest🌴 Just a 45-minute cruise from Cairns, Green Island is a tropical paradise waiting to be explored. With its lush rainforest, coral reef, and sparkling sandy beaches, this unique coral cay is the only one on the Great Barrier Reef with its own rainforest ecosystem. Whether you're visiting for a few hours or staying the night, here are the top 10 things to do on Green Island to make the most of your island escape. 1. 🐠 Snorkel Straight from the Beach Grab your gear and head into the water — the fringing reef is just metres from the sand! Snorkel among colourful coral gardens, schools of tropical fish, and if you're lucky, even spot a green sea turtle or clownfish. 2. 🛥️ Take a Glass-Bottom Boat Tour Prefer to stay dry? A glass-bottom boat tour is a...

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Green Island Beach Guide

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Green Island Beach Guide Discover the Beauty Welcome to Green Island Beach, where pristine white sands meet the crystal-clear waters of the Great Barrier Reef. This tropical paradise offers the perfect setting for relaxation, adventure, and everything. Relax and Unwind Find your slice of paradise on Green Island Beach. Lay out your towel, soak up the sun, and let the gentle sound of the waves lull you into relaxation. The calm, shallow waters are perfect for swimming and wading, making it an ideal spot for families and beach lovers. Fun for All Ages Green Island Beach is a haven for families. Kids will love building sandcastles, splashing in the gentle surf, and exploring the shoreline. For more excitement, rent beach umbrellas, sun lounges, and non-motorised water sports equipment to enhance your beach day. Snorkelling and Marine Life Vibrant coral gardens teeming with marine life just off the shore. Grab your...

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Green Island Jetty

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Welcome to the Green Island Jetty: Your Gateway to Paradise As you step off the ferry and onto the Green Island Jetty, you’ll feel the excitement of arriving in a tropical paradise. The jetty is more than just a docking point; it begins your adventure on this beautiful coral cay. A Warm Welcome The Green Island Jetty extends a warm welcome to visitors arriving from Cairns. This long timber jetty leads you right into the island's heart, providing a stunning first glimpse of the pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and crystal-clear waters that await you. Easy Access Designed for convenience, the jetty features user-friendly paths that accommodate prams and wheelchairs, ensuring everyone can easily access the island's many attractions. As you stroll along the jetty, take in the panoramic views of the Great Barrier Reef and the surrounding Coral Sea. First Steps on the Island Once you reach the end of...

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Green Island Eco Walk

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Green Island Eco Walk Self-Guided At first glance, Green Island seems like a tiny and insignificant blob in the middle of the Coral Sea—its circumference is just 1.6km, and it has only 25 people. Yet look a little deeper, and you'll realise it's home to a thriving ecosystem. The island is the only coral cay (300) on the Great Barrier Reef with a rainforest.  It also boasts 100+ plant species, from coastal plants evolved to withstand the dry beach conditions to dense vines growing among the humidity and trees. Not to mention the clear waters and breathtaking reef surrounding the island.  No trip to the Cairns area or the Great Barrier Reef is complete without stopping by to take it all in. This Green Island Eco Walk guide contains a breakdown of the plant and wildlife species typically found in Green Island, what you can expect to see on a...

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