Cairns Habitat Cruises is owned by experienced
cruise operators, the Wallace family. Since 1979 when they launched
the renowned Quicksilver cruises from Port Douglas the Wallace’s
have been perfecting the art of day touring on the Great Barrier
Reef. In 1990 the Wallace family purchased Big Cat Green
Island Reef Cruises and for 17 years have applied their winning
formula of friendly and helpful service. In 2001, 2004 and 2006
the company was recognised in the Tropical North Queensland Tourism
Awards as best Major Tour and Transport Operator.
Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises specialises in
discovering the Great Barrier Reef. Visitors are encouraged
to view the wonderful underwater world of marine life and corals
by participating in snorkelling, glass bottom boat or semi-submarine
tours. The company also has a professional diving operator, “Scuba
Green Island” on board the vessels offering passengers certified
and introductory diving, Oceanwalker helmet diving and supervised
snorkelling trips to the outer edge of Green Island Reef.
Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises operates year round
from Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns offering full day and half day
Green Island Reef Cruises.
In November 2004 the company launched Cairns Habitat
Cruises, a half day tour where visitors can enjoy a calm water
cruise on Trinity Inlet, a visit to the Cairns Crocodile Farm and
a relaxing commentary coach tour back to Cairns. Tours depart
9.30am & 1.30pm daily. |