Tour Highlights
- Port Douglas based luxury charter yacht caters for up to 60 guests on a beautiful Lagoon catamaran.
- Our luxury yacht charters in Port Douglas include courtesy coach transfers in Port Douglas, snorkel gear, glass bottom boat tour, snorkle tour with marine biologist, 4.5 hours at 2 reef locations.
- Simply stunning reef locations are visited on our luxury Lagoon catamaran. Mackay Cay & Reef and Undine Cay.
Description & Tour Inclusions
Included In Price
- Courtesy coach transfers from Port Douglas accommodation
- Snorkelling equipment, optical masks, seasonal lycra suits, wet suits and flotation devices
- Guided snorkel tour with a marine guide
- Glass bottom boat viewing and reef interpretation
- Explore the pristine Mackay Coral Cay
- 4.5 hours at an unspoilt location on the Outer Great Barrier Reef
- The experience of sailing on board a luxury sailing catamaran
Book our luxury small group charter boat from Port Douglas and explore the outer Great Barrier Reef with up to 60 guests. Visit two simply stunning reef locations in the one day of cruising the reef on a luxury charter yacht.
What to Expect
Our private charter yachts are the pride of the Port Douglas fleet and we are a luxury tour offering the highest level of services, reef locations and cuisine for private charter boat clientele. Sail in luxury from Port Douglas on a full-day private yacht charter to explore two breathtaking locations on the outer Great Barrier Reef—Mackay Cay and Undine Cay. Perfect for corporate events, special gatherings, or rewarding top performers, this charter boat offers an exclusive, eco-friendly experience with high-end services, gourmet dining, and memorable coral reef exploration. Departing from the Port Doulgas Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, the journey takes you to these remote coral cays, offering an immersive day of snorkelling, glass-bottom boat tours, and reef interpretation sessions led by expert marine biologists.
If you are looking for a luxury private charter yacht to cruise the Great Barrier Reef from Port Douglas and to impress or reward your companies top performers then you have found the right charter yacht! Our private yacht charters provide the ultimate in professional services, cuisine and a most amazing experience on the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. This luxury private charter boat cruise accommodates groups of up to 60 guests, providing a truly intimate and exclusive experience on a custom-built Lagoon catamaran. The Great Barrier Reef snorkelling tour includes safety briefings, interactive reef discussions, and ample time to explore, snorkel, and relax on one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders.
Features and Highlights
Luxury Private Charter Catamaran
- Sail on a state-of-the-art Lagoon catamaran equipped for comfort and style, featuring spacious decks, shaded seating areas, and all amenities necessary for a full-day Great Barrier Reef adventure. Our charter yacht is recognised as an Advanced Eco Tourism Operator, Climate Action Leader, and National Sustainability Award winner.
Two Stunning Reef Locations
- Mackay Cay: This outer reef cay offers pristine coral gardens teeming with vibrant marine life. Enjoy a guided snorkelling tour with a marine biologist and explore the crystal-clear waters.
- Undine Cay: Known for its beautiful coral formations and abundant fish, Undine Cay offers a tranquil spot for snorkelling, swimming, and coral cay exploration, tide permitting.
Guided Reef and Snorkelling Activities
Our experienced crew conducts thorough safety briefings and snorkel instructions before you explore the reefs. Activities include:
- Snorkelling Tour: Discover the incredible underwater landscapes with snorkel equipment provided and expert guidance from a marine biologist on a snorkelling tour.
- Glass-Bottom Boat Tour: For a relaxed viewing experience, enjoy a glass-bottom boat ride to see the reef and learn more through guided reef interpretation.
Gourmet Dining Onboard
- Savour a freshly prepared tropical buffet lunch, complemented by morning pastries and muffins on arrival and an afternoon tea featuring cakes and a fresh fruit platter.
Interactive Reef Interpretation
- Throughout the day, our crew offers interactive discussions about the reef ecosystem, unique species sightings, and ongoing conservation efforts to ensure guests leave with a deeper appreciation of the Great Barrier Reef.
Sample Charter Yacht Itinerary
- 7:30 am – Group check-in at Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, Port Douglas
- 7:45 am – Board the luxury yacht and enjoy tea, coffee, and pastries
- 8:00 am – Departure, with welcome and safety briefings while sailing
- 10:15 am – Arrival at Mackay or Undine Cay, snorkel safety briefing, and equipment distribution
- 10:30 am – Begin activities: snorkelling, guided tour by marine biologist, or relax onboard
- 12:30 pm – Tropical buffet lunch served onboard
- 1:30 pm – Resume activities: glass-bottom boat tour, additional snorkelling, and explore coral cay (tide permitting)
- 2:30 pm – Afternoon tea with coffee, cakes, and fresh fruit
- 2:45 pm – Set sail for return to Port Douglas, with reef interpretation discussion
- 5:00 pm – Arrival back at Port Douglas
Additional Information
- Group Size: up to 60 guests
- Departure Time: 8:00 am from Port Douglas, returning by 5:00 pm
- Inclusions: snorkelling gear, glass-bottom boat tour, buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea, reef interpretation, and guided snorkel tours.
- Optional Add-ons: Gourmet food packages and extra yacht charters for larger groups are available upon request.
This luxury charter yacht combines adventure and relaxation, creating an unparalleled experience on the Great Barrier Reef for your guests.
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Itinerary
Port Douglas Luxury Charter Yacht Itinerary
8.00am – returns at 5.00pm
Departs Port Douglas
7.30am
Group check in on the boat at Crystalbrook Super Yacht Marina
Pay Environment Management Charge
7.45am
Board the luxury private charter yacht
Tea & Coffee with Muffins and pastries on arrival.
Welcome & Safety briefing.
8.00am
Depart Port Douglas. Set sail.
Sailing to Mackay Cay Outer Barrier Reef
10.15am Arrive at protected mooring at Mackay/Undine Cay
Snorkel safety briefing, distribution of snorkel equipment
10.30am
Nature Activities commence:
Swim and Snorkel over the coral gardens
Guided Snorkel Tour by Marine Biologist
12.30pm
Serve Tropical Buffet Lunch on board
1.30pm
Nature Activities resume
Glass Bottom Boat Tour & Reef Interpretation
Continue free time snorkelling
Transfer to the coral cay for exploring
Relax and swim
2.30pm
Afternoon Tea & Coffee, cakes and fresh fruit platter
2.45pm
Depart Mackay Cay. Set sail to Port Douglas
Reef Interpretation Talk. Guests and crew interaction on day’s sightings
5.00pm
Arrive Port Douglas
Sample Menu
***Morning Tea***
- Daintree Tea & Coffee
- 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
- New 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***
- Daintree Tea & Coffee
- Honey Nougat slice
- Fresh fruit
- Watermelon, Honeydew melon, Rockmelon, Pineapple & Oranges
Prepared daily by On Deck Catering
View the beautiful Low Isles just off Port Douglas, a great destination for a one day island tour from Port Douglas.
Tour Details
Tour Languages Offered
English
EnglishDeparts From
Port Douglas
Departure Time
Departs Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina at 8.00am and returns around 5.00pm
Destinations
- Great Barrier Reef
- Mackay Coral Cay
Months of Operation
January - December
Days of Operation
Daily
Duration
9 hours
8.00am to 5.00pm
Available for Purchase / Hire
Catering & Beverages
Fitness Level Required
Medium
Restrictions
- No Smoking
- Shoes are to be removed when boarding the luxury yacht
What to Bring
- Beach towel, swimwear, T-shirt, hat, sunscreen, camera, sunglasses, cash or credit card for onboard beverages
- Shoes that easily slip off when boarding the yacht
- Wear comfortable clothing that is applicable for sailing
- Cash or credit card
Child Policy
Please enquire if this tour is suitable for children and Infants
Cancellation Policy
Our T&Cs
All cancellations must be in writing.
We understand things may change, so we have made cancellations very easy.
In every instance we always recommend you purchase travel insurance for life’s last-minute hiccups.
Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Additional Tour Operator's T&Cs
Private charter bookings are only confirmed upon the payment of a 30% deposit.
Final payment is required 35 days prior to the charter.
Payments are refundable inline with our cancellation policy.
Cancellations and refunds are applicable greater than 35 days prior to the cruise.
Cancellations made by the customer within 35 days of the cruise incur a 100% cancellation fee.
For cancellations or rescheduling made by the company, guests are entitled to a 100% refund.
The company reserves the right to cancel any cruise for safety reasons to do with weather and vessel availability.
Medical waivers: Prior to departure (excluding the Sunset Sail), all guests planning to enter the water must complete a medical questionnaire and declaration.
Our team will assess your medical fitness for in water activities during travel to the reef destination.
In some circumstances to do with a guest health and swimming ability, our staff may recommend that a guest uses provided snorkel aids or potentially not snorkel at all.
In these circumstances, our team will present the guests with alternatives such as glass bottom boat tours and island time.
Please refer to the website for greater information about medical conditions.
Guests will not be permitted to enter the water without the completion of a medical questionnaire.
Guest mobility: Our vessels are premium sailing catamarans.
The vessels may get wet and slippery and guests are required to have good mobility to be able to move around safely whilst under sail, to board the glass bottom boat and access the beach locations.
Queensland law stipulates that alcohol must not be consumed prior to any in water activities.
Sailaway will not serve alcohol to anyone wishing to return to the water at anytime.
Alcohol sales will commence following the final in water activity of the cruise.
Sailaway vessels are fully licenced premises and BYO beverages is not permitted.
Our experienced team will practice the responsible service of alcohol at all times.
Intoxicated guests will not be permitted to participate in the charter.
It is a condition of operation that a catering package must be selected on all cruises.
Smoking is not permitted onboard any Sailaway vessel.
Smoking is permitted in designated areas on Low Isles only.
Please ask for full terms and conditions
From
au$17,325.00
Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.
Tour Code: 966
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