Green Island Resort - Sep 2020
Discover the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef when you escape to Queensland’s luxurious Green Island Resort – an idyllic hideaway draped in lush rainforest and bordered by a sun-kissed coastline. Accessible only by boat or helicopter – 45 minutes off the coast of Cairns – and the only coral cay to be surrounded by rainforest, this iconic stay invites you to explore one of UNESCO’s World Heritage-listed wonders with incredible nature adventures included in your package. Spend your days on this eco-wonder unearthing the kaleidoscopic marine life beneath the waves as you snorkel and dive through some of the world’s most magical reef, explore the island and simply laze on a postcard-perfect beach.
A scheduled 45-minute (each way) roundtrip catamaran transfer directly to Green Island Resort from Cairns is included in your package. Please see Fine Print for transfer times. Additional transfers are available depending on numbers and booking in advance. Please contact Cudo Customer Support team for more information.
Important: Please note that return catamaran transfers are available Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only. Transfers for all guests a valid only for a one-time use during your stay. Please note luggage is subject to a maximum weight of 23kg. Luggage will be required to be repacked if over the maximum weight. Transfers from Cairns Airport to Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal are not included.
Arrival/departure on Tuesdays and Thursdays is possible by helicopter only and is at guests’ own cost. Nautilus Aviation is offering Cudo customers a 25% discount per person for a one-way transfer from Cairns to Green Island or vice versa. See Fine Print for details.
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The Resort – An eco-friendly paradise with complimentary activities
Located just 45 minutes across the sparkling Coral Sea from Cairns and surrounded by a magnificent coral garden and pristine beach, Green Island Resort not only provides deluxe accommodation in an idyllic tropical setting but also plays a part in preserving this pristine paradise by practising eco-friendly tourism. Explore the natural surroundings with guided evening nature walks and daily fish-feeding presentations, offering intriguing insights into the island’s diverse eco-system.
This gorgeous resort boasts a long list of facilities including two swimming pools, a restaurant, a poolside bar, massage salon, a guest lounge with free Wi-Fi access and a dive shop.
On this dreamy dot in the Coral Sea, you will be able to create your own escape, doing as much (or as little) as you like. Enjoy the engaging array of complimentary resort activities from snorkelling and kayaking to beach volleyball and windsurfing within the exquisite Great Barrier Reef Marine Park – widely regarded as one of the world’s finest eco-tourism developments, featuring a rainforest with 126 native plant species and colourful marine and birdlife.
Your Handpicked Inclusions – Daily breakfast and nightly drinks with a view
There’s no better way to start your day in this natural paradise than with daily buffet breakfast, featuring a delicious selection of all-time favourites. And there’s no better way to end the day than with a nightly sunset drink (one beer or glass of wine) per adult, to be enjoyed as you watch the pink and purple shades of twilight creep across the Coral Sea.
Even on an island in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef, you will have access to sumptuous food with a side of stunning views. Indulge in unique tropical creations at Emeralds Restaurant & Bar, the resort’s signature restaurant, offering exotic local produce right by the beach. Sample the restaurant’s creations with A$50 credit per suite to be used towards a decadent lunch or dinner. Plus, up to two children (aged 14 years and under) stay free, plus one kid eats free per paying adult.
Take advantage of daily fish-feeding presentations, guided nature walks, complimentary kayaking, snorkelling and much more. Enjoy an incredible Great Barrier Reef Day Tour for two adults and up to two kids (aged 2-14) with the team from Great Adventures: dive into turquoise waters and witness the wonders under the sea with a snorkelling session, behold the technicoloured coral reefs in a semi-submersible viewing vessel, and enjoy onboard lunch with tea and coffee included.
Get up close and personal with the reef with a spectacular trip aboard the resort’s glass-bottom boat to explore the stunning marine life without getting wet, and enjoy a 20% discount off an introductory or certified diving lesson. For a completely different perspective of the island and the surrounding reefs, enjoy a 25% discount on an exhilarating scenic helicopter flight. Sit back and enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the reef complete with your pilot’s commentary.
Return catamaran transfers from Cairns Fleet Terminal are included in your package. Please note that transfers are available Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only. Arrival/departure on Tuesdays and Thursdays is possible by helicopter only and is at guests’ own cost.
Longer stay bonus: Stay six nights or longer and enjoy A$100 credit per suite.
- Concierge
- 24-hour reception
- Two swimming pools
- Restaurant
- Pool bar
- Dive shop
- Beach equipment hire
- Private beach dining
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Important Update: From March 24, 2022, a new cancellation policy applies to this offer:
Free cancellation: You can cancel your booking for Cudo credit up until 21 days prior to the original check-in date. This can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Your Cudo credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash.
Please note this does not apply to insurance or flights booked with Cudo. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).
Valid for travel until 7 December 2022 (bookings must be made before 31 October 2022).
Blackout Dates Apply. Dates are identified in the Booking Calendar.
Check Availability: To confirm your dates of stay at purchase, click on ‘Check Availability’ and select your preferred package. Use the calendar to browse and select available dates. Dates with a surcharge are identified.
Buy Now, Choose Dates Later: If you want to secure this offer and don’t know when you want to travel please select ‘Buy Now, Choose Dates Later’. This will secure your package and give you the flexibility to choose your travel dates — within the book by and validity period and subject to availability. To select dates post purchase, simply select ‘My Escapes’ under the ‘My Account’ tab and follow the prompts.
7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for Tour bookings and flights) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 21 days prior to the check-in date.
Feel Like Changing Your Dates? No Worries… If your booking is with a property located in Australia or New Zealand you can make unlimited changes to the date of your hotel booking, as long as it’s at least 21 days before your original check-in date. If the property is located in any other country you may make unlimited date changes up to 1 day before check-in. This is provided you choose dates that are of an equal value and are available. Any change to booking dates is subject to availability and must be made online in accordance with our Terms and Conditions. Please note unlimited changes are not applicable for flights.
Please Note:
- Green Island Resort reserves the right to amend package inclusions where required to adhere to current government restrictions. This may include services relating to room servicing, minibar, buffet breakfast and some activities. In the event a restriction has been applied to an inclusion, Green Island Resort will provide an alternative option of equal value. For further details please contact the resort directly to discuss.
- Please note that the Great Barrier Reef Day Trip with Great Adventures boards at 11.15am for a departure at 11.30am and returns to the resort at 4.25pm. Bookings must be made with resort reception.
- Dining Credit: The included food credit must be used during your stay. Any unused credit will be forfeited and is not transferable or redeemable for cash.
- Pool or rainforest view rooms subject to availability on day of arrival.
Catamaran Transfers:
- From Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal: 8.30am (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday) and 10:30am (Monday, Wednesday & Friday). Please proceed to Great Adventures/Green Island Resort check-in counter for your boarding passes.
- From Green Island: 2.30pm (Saturday & Sunday) and 4:30pm (Monday, Wednesday& Friday). Turnaround vessel time subject to change.
- Please note that there are special request transfers available and must be pre-booked at least 45 days prior to arrival.
- From Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal: 10:30am (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday).
- From Green Island: 9.15am (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday).
- Please note: There is no ferry service on Tuesday or Thursday.
- Important: Please note that return catamaran transfers are available Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only. Transfers for all guests a valid only for a one-time use during your stay. Please note luggage is subject to a maximum weight of 23kg. Luggage will be required to be repacked if over the maximum weight. Transfers from Cairns Airport to Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal are not included.
- Important: Arrival/departure on Tuesdays and Thursdays is possible by helicopter only and is at guests’ own cost. Nautilus Aviation is offering Cudo customers a 25% discount per person for a one-way transfer from Cairns to Green Island or vice versa. For bookings, Cudo guests can contact Nautilus Aviation Reservations PH: 07 4034 9000 or email reservations@nautilusaviation.com.au. Nautilus Aviation booking terms and conditions apply.
The property, facilities and dining are subject to government regulations and restrictions. Please check the property website for the most up-to-date information as some of the services may be impacted.
Cudo reserves the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to website’s terms and conditions.
