Cairns Travel Guide: Big Cat Green Island Dreamy Day Trip 🌊🐠

After 4 months in Cairns, I finally visited Green Island with Big Cat Reef Cruises – and it was way more fun than expected! Here’s my full review + tips: 🚢 Booking & Pricing Where to book: Official website, phone, or Chinese platforms (I booked internally). Price: $109 AUD (base day trip) + add-ons: Glass-bottom boat 🚤 Guided snorkeling 🤿 Lunch buffet 🍽️ Great value! (Cheaper than outer reef tours) 🏝️ Why Choose Green Island? ✅ Short 45-min boat ride (perfect for those who get seasick!) ✅ Stunning white sand + coral views (sunny days = paradise!) ✅ No diving needed – just relax, swim, or snorkel! 🤿 Snorkeling Review 1️⃣ Shore Snorkeling (DIY): Best spot: Right-side beach (swim toward the boats) Saw: Sea turtles 🐢, 1m+ reef sharks 🦈, blue starfish, unicorn fish, and MORE! Note: Few corals near shore, but tons of fish! 2️⃣ Safari Snorkeling (Guided): Boat takes you to deeper reefs (more corals 🪸) Marine biologist guide – super educational! Downside: Cold water + strong currents (50 mins felt long!) 🌞 Non-Snorkeling Activities Glass-bottom boat (great for non-swimmers) Beach lounging ☀️ Island walks (photo ops everywhere!) 💡 Tips for the Best Experience GO ON A SUNNY DAY (colors pop underwater!) Bring: Reef-safe sunscreen, towel, waterproof camera If snorkeling: Wear a rash guard (water is chilly!) Chinese-friendly: Staff speak Mandarin! Final Verdict Green Island = PERFECT for: ✔️ First-time snorkelers ✔️ Families/kids ✔️ Easy-going reef lovers ✔️ Budget travelers (way cheaper than outer reef tours!) #AustraliaTravel #GreatBarrierReef #GreenIsland #Snorkeling #CairnsAdventures 🐠🌴