Full Day Low Isles
Pure Sailing
Guided Snorkel Tours
Heritage and Nature
Low Isles – Full Day
Idyllic Coral Cay Island
Enjoy a full day experience of the Great Barrier Reef with a snorkelling and sailing tour to Low Isles. Relax on the white sandy beach of the island, snorkel over the magnificent coral gardens in the blue lagoon on a guided snorkel tour with a marine biologist and swim with turtles in their natural habitat. Enjoy a trip on the 100% solar electric glass bottom boat with reef interpretation by our skipper, and explore the nature and history of Low Isles on an Island Nature Walk with our expert guides. Enjoy delicious morning and afternoon teas and a buffet lunch and the thrill of pure sailing on Sailaway VI, a luxury Lagoon 560 sailing catamaran. Sailaway is perfect for the discerning traveller looking for a unique, special reef and island experience with a small group of likeminded people. Ideal for couples and families.
Fully inclusive experience – great value
8.30am – 4.00pm
Suitable for all ages
Courtesy Coach transfers to Marina
Includes morning tea, buffet lunch and afternoon tea
Sailaway VI – Lagoon 560 Catamaran
100% solar electric glass bottom boat tours
Guided snorkel tours
Guided island nature walk
Pure sailing experience
The reef around Low Isles comprises of 150 species of hard corals and is dominated by 15 species of soft corals. Living amongst the corals in the blue lagoon are a large variety of reef fish including angle fish, damsel fish, anemones, giant trevally, sweetlip, fusiliers and many green turtles are sighted daily.
This beautiful island is steeped in history. The lighthouse was built in 1878 and was staffed by lighthouse keepers until it became automated in 1993. Weather data has been collected on the island since 1887 and scientific associations date back to 1928 when it was the base for a yearlong scientific survey which studied the structure and ecology of the surrounding reef.
Sailaway VI
Lagoon 560 Catamaran
This vessel is a high end luxury, high performance sailing catamaran. With plenty of room on board, guests can relax on the upstairs flybridge and chat with the Skipper, or laze on the foredecks and enjoy the splash of the waves and wind. Inside, the cabin is air conditioned with a large under cover outdoor saloon area.
Operated primarily by wind power, this is the most sustainable and environmentally friendly way to travel to the Great Barrier Reef.
100% solar electric glass bottom boat tours
Sailaway is proud to operate the world’s only 100% solar-powered glass bottom boat — a groundbreaking eco-innovation that lets you experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef with zero emissions. Glide silently over vibrant coral gardens while knowing your adventure is powered entirely by the sun.
This state-of-the-art vessel reflects Sailaway’s deep commitment to sustainability and reef conservation. By harnessing clean solar energy, we minimise our environmental footprint and help protect this World Heritage site for future generations.
Tour Rates*
Adult: $340.00
Child (4-12 years): $238.00
Family (2 Adults & 2 Children): $1,040.00
Included in your cruise
- Courtesy coach transfers in Port Douglas area
- Morning tea upon boarding and afternoon tea and coffee with muffins and pastries
- Superb tropical buffet lunch (including prawns)
- Snorkelling equipment
- Snorkelling instruction and in-water assistance
- Guided snorkel tour
- 100% solar electric Glass bottom boat tours and reef interpretation
- Low Isles Nature Walk
- Five hours at Tropical Low Isles
- The experience of sailing on board a luxury sailing catamaran
- Environment Management Charge
- Eco Shamba Environmental Initiative $20 to local re-forestation
This is an adventure tour suitable for travellers with good mobility. To participate in snorkelling you must be confident in the water with good swimming ability, as snorkelling can be a strenuous activity.
Itinerary
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| 8.15am |
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| 8.30am |
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| 9.30am |
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| 9.45am |
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| 12.30pm |
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| 1.30pm – 2.30pm |
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| 2.00pm |
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| 2.30pm |
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| 4.00pm |
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Private Vehicle Transfers available on request from Palm Cove
The Menu
Morning Tea
- Freshly brewed Jaques Coffee and Daintree Tea
- Freshly baked muffins
- Fresh fruit: watermelon, honeydew melon, rockmelon, pineapple & oranges
Buffet lunch
- Cold meats & seafood
- Medium-rare peppered roast beef slices
- Sliced Italian herb chicken breast
- Tiger Prawns w/ lemon & cocktail sauce
- Salads
- Potato salad w/ chopped eggs, spring onions & a sour cream & parmesan mayo
- Mixed leaf salad w/ tomato, capsicum, cucumber & a balsamic & virgin olive oil dressing
- Asian noodle salad
- Bread
- Freshly baked assorted bread rolls w/ butter portions
- Condiments
- Pesto Mayo, Mustard, Sweet Chilli, Chutney
Afternoon tea
- Freshly brewed Jaques Coffee and Daintree Tea
- Honey Nougat slice
- Fresh fruit: watermelon, honeydew melon, rockmelon pineapple & oranges
Prepared daily by On Deck Catering. Menu subject to seasonal changes.
What to Bring
- Beach towel
- Swimwear
- Hat
- Sun-shirt
- Sunscreen
- Camera
- Sunglasses
- A friendly smile and your consideration for this precious Marine National Park and World Heritage site
- Booking voucher (if you booked via a tour desk or travel agent)
- Credit Card
- For onboard purchases of alcoholic beverages, soft drinks/juices
- For underwater camera hire – ensure you select this as an add-on to your booking if you would like to use it
VIP Upgrades
Add these luxury upgrades to your online booking and experience the best of Sailaway's service.
Beach Sun Smart
Enjoy a perfect souvenir of your time in the tropical sun with a quality embroidered Sailaway beach towel (navy or white) and sun hat, reef friendly sunscreen and re-useable calico beach bag. Presented at time of check-in to use and keep.
Champagne Celebration
Celebrating a special occasion with family & friends? Treat yourself to a chilled bottle of French Champagne, Moët & Chandon (750mL). A perfect way to enjoy a memorable moment sailing over the Coral Sea. Served to you onboard the luxury catamaran with ice bucket and champagne flutes.
Private Chauffeur Transfers
Treat yourself to a private chauffeur return transfer, personally escorted from your accommodation to the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina and Sailaway.
Discover Sailaway's Reef Destinations
OUTER REEF MACKAY CORAL CAY
Sailaway is the only operator from Port Douglas who has daily access to the spectacular Mackay Coral Cay.
Our reef sites are perfect for snorkellers, with stunning coral gardens, a wide variety of hard and soft corals which are colourful and vibrant.
This reef is unique with an amazing display of giant clams and abundant marine life including reef fish, rays and turtles.
Low Isles
Low Isles is an idyllic Coral Cay island. The reef around Low Isles comprises 150 species of hard corals and is dominated by 15 species of soft corals.
Guests of Sailaway have the opportunity to snorkel in the lagoon of the island with our marine biologist, offering an interesting and informative tour.
Sunset Sailing
Enjoy the thrill of pure sailing. A must do when visiting Port Douglas is to relax with an exhilarating cruise on board this first class sailing catamaran.
Soak up the peace and tranquillity of a tropical sunset over the Coral Sea as you sail along the coast off Far North Queensland.
Sailaway Loyalty Club
Receive 10% discount on your second Sailaway experience - simply contact our friendly reservations team to book. Conditions apply.
