Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
Ferry port for Cairns, Australia
The Reef Fleet Terminal and adjoining Marlin Wharf on the Cairns waterfront are the departure point for Great Barrier Reef island transfers to Green Island and Fitzroy Island.
Ferries from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
2 ferry routes on FerryConnect. Tap a route for timetables, operators and booking.
| To / from | Crossing time | Operators | Carries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitzroy Island | About 45m | Fitzroy Island Resort (Fitzroy Island Flyer) | Foot only |
| Green Island | About 45m | Great Adventures | Foot only |
Sailing patterns from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
- Cairns → Green Island
2 departures daily from Cairns, 2 returns from Green Island
Source: Great Adventures Green Island ferry page, checked 2026-09-29
- Cairns → Fitzroy Island
3 departures daily from Cairns and 3 from Fitzroy Island
In February and March the 11am ex-Cairns and 12:15pm ex-Fitzroy sailings do not run Monday–Thursday.
Source: Fitzroy Island Resort getting-here page, checked 2026-09-29
Ferry Operators at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
Ground Transport & Railway Links
Great Adventures passengers check in at the counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal.
The Fitzroy Island Flyer leaves from Marlin Wharf “A Finger”, Berth 20.
Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.
Sources: green-island.com.au · fitzroyisland.com · Verified 2026-09-29 · How we verify
Ferry Routes from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal
Cairns → Green Island
Crossing: About 45m · Great Adventures
Cairns → Fitzroy Island
Crossing: About 45m · Fitzroy Island Resort (Fitzroy Island Flyer)
Port Logistics & Accommodation
Essential bookings for your crossing through Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal.