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Suburb of Cairns, Queensland, Australia
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Green Island is a 6000 year old coral cay located in Great Barrier Reef, just 27 km offshore from Cairns.
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One of the world’s most eco-sensitive resorts. This five star resort has just 46 suites that are secluded from the day visitor facilities. Transfers to the island are with Great Adventures fast catamarans and are included in room rates. Helicopter and Seaplane transfers are available on request. For House Guests, a 9.15am return to Cairns is available.
Green Island is accessible by fast ferry from Cairns with Great Adventures Reef and Green Island Cruises.
Read in the guideGreen Island has extensive boardwalks that wind through the resort and day visitor areas, deep into the vine-thicket rainforest and with access boardwalks direct to the beach areas.
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