Which Great Barrier Reef island is also known as the “Green Island” near Cairns?

The Great Barrier Reef island known as Green Island is Green Island.

Green Island is a coral cay surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef, about 27 kilometres northeast of Cairns in Queensland. Unlike a continental island formed from mainland rock, a coral cay develops from accumulated coral sand and other reef-derived material. Green Island also supports rainforest vegetation, giving it a distinctive combination of land and marine habitats.

The island has long been associated with tourism, glass-bottom boat trips, snorkeling, diving, and reef interpretation. Its proximity to Cairns makes it one of the most accessible reef destinations for visitors. The surrounding waters are part of the protected Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Green Island should not be confused with Fitzroy Island, which is a continental island and lies closer to Cairns in a different direction. The name also appears in other places worldwide, so the Queensland location is essential when identifying this particular reef island.