• Keep your eyes peeled in the glass bottom boat for sea turtles as there are many that call the Low Isles home. Or you could spot some of these magnificent creatures while snorkeling the low Isles coral gardens
• The 30 metre luxury catamaran sails its way to the pure white blissful shores of Low Isles for a 5 star day of swimming and snorkeling or relaxing under the beach cabanas. 
• With just one hours sailing time you are on your way with a Great Barrier Reef tour to a tropical island to enjoy snorkeling the beautiful coral gardens and to explore the island and learn about its history.
• Family Deal - Save $128 based on 2 adults & 2 children

This is the perfect Great Barrier Reef snorkeling tour for families and couples seeking island relaxation and snorkeling in crystal clear waters. Take a walk around the island with the Marine Biologist and learn about the history along with learning about the Great Barrier Reef.

What to Expect

Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling Tour from Port Douglas

Discover the serene beauty of the Great Barrier Reef with our Port Douglas Low Isles snorkelling tour, perfect for families, couples, and non-swimmers seeking a relaxing yet adventurous experience. This high-quality reef trip departs daily from Port Douglas and offers a unique blend of island exploration and marine discovery. Enjoy snorkelling, glass bottom boat tours, and guided walks with a marine biologist on this idyllic coral cay.

Tour Highlights

• Luxury Sailing Catamaran: Experience the charm of big ship sailing on a 30-meter luxury catamaran.
• Low Isles: Discover a beautiful coral cay with rich marine life, including numerous sea turtles.
• Marine Biologist: Learn about the reef and island history from an expert during guided snorkelling and island tours.
• Glass Bottom Boat Tours: View the underwater world on a glass bottom boat tour without getting wet, perfect for non-swimmers.
• Family-Friendly: An ideal tour for families, couples, and individuals looking for a relaxed and informative reef experience.

Low Isles Snorkelling Tour Itinerary

9:45 am - Marine Biologist Presentation

• Start your day with an engaging presentation by a marine biologist in the main cabin, setting the stage for an exciting day ahead.

10:00 am - Departure

• Set sail from Crystalbrook Super Yacht Marina aboard the luxurious catamaran. Enjoy complimentary morning tea and coffee as you settle in.

10:30 am - Snorkelling Demonstration

• On the way to Low Isles, participate in a snorkelling and safety demonstration to prepare for your Great Barrier Reef underwater adventure.

11:15 am - Arrival at Low Isles

• Upon arrival, a range of activities awaits:
• Snorkelling: Pick up your equipment from the foredeck and snorkel in the calm lagoon. Join a guided snorkelling tour with a marine biologist who will bring sea creatures up from the ocean floor for you to see and touch.
• Glass Bottom Boat Tours: Take a tour to see the coral reefs and marine life, including sea turtles, from the comfort of a glass bottom boat.
• Island Exploration: Relax on the beach, explore the historic lighthouse, or join a guided island walk.

12:00 pm - Tropical Buffet Lunch

• Indulge in a delicious tropical buffet lunch on board, with a variety of options to suit all tastes. The bar opens for beer, wine, and soft drinks.

1:30 pm - Beach Walk

• Join a marine biologist for a guided beach walk, learning about the island’s history and diverse ecosystem.

2:45 pm - Return to Catamaran

• The last shuttle departs the island, bringing passengers back to the vessel. Enjoy afternoon tea on board.

3:10 pm - Departure for Port Douglas

• Relax and enjoy light entertainment during the return journey to Port Douglas.

4:30 pm - Arrival

• Arrive back at Crystalbrook Super Yacht Marina. Transfers are available to your accommodation, or you can explore Port Douglas further.

Features and Highlights

Luxurious Sailing Experience

• Luxury Catamaran: Sail aboard a spacious 30-meter catamaran with expansive decks and air-conditioned lounges.
• Relaxation: Unwind on comfortable deck chairs or beanbags, soaking up the tropical sun and sea breeze.

Island and Marine Exploration

• Guided Snorkelling Tour: Explore the reef with a marine biologist who will provide fascinating insights and bring up marine life for you to examine.
• Glass Bottom Boat: Perfect for non-swimmers, offering close-up views of the reef’s vibrant marine life.
• Island Walk: Learn about the island’s history, including its lighthouse and Aboriginal significance, during a guided beach walk.

Marine Life Encounters

• Sea Turtles: Spot numerous green sea turtles in their natural habitat.
• Dugongs: If you're lucky, see dugongs, also known as manatees, gentle giants that graze on seagrass beds. Dugongs are an Aboriginal delicacy and fascinating to observe.
• Reef Fish: Witness colourful reef fish feeding and a variety of other marine creatures.

Family-Friendly Activities

• Safety and Comfort: Activities are designed for all ages, ensuring a fun and educational experience for everyone.

Daily Departures from Port Douglas

Depart daily (except Christmas Day) from Marina Mirage, Port Douglas at 10:00 am. Coach connections from Cairns and Northern Beaches are included.

Additional Information

Getting There

• Enjoy a scenic drive along one of Australia’s most beautiful coastal roads if traveling from Cairns or Northern Beaches.

Accessibility

• Suitable for families, couples, and non-swimmers, with plenty of activities to suit everyone.

Book Your Adventure Today

Experience the tranquillity and wonder of the Great Barrier Reef with our Low Isles snorkelling tour. Perfect for families, couples, and non-swimmers, this tour offers a mix of relaxation and adventure. Book now for an unforgettable day on the reef!

See all Great Barrier Reef tour options from Port Douglas.

Read our blogs on Low Isles:

• Things to do and things to see at Low Isles
• Things to know before snorkelling at Low Isles
• What is there to do at Low lsles

Read more on our blog.

Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour Itinerary

9:45am - An informative Marine Biologist presentation is shown in the main cabin to excite you about the days possibilities.

10:00am - Boat departs Crystalbrook Super Yacht Marina for a cruise to Low Isles.

10:30am - A snorkelling demonstration is conducted during the journey to Low Isles and safety presentations are demonstrated at this time.

11:15am - The catamaran arrives at Low Isles and your activities commence. The glass bottom boat coral viewer and shuttle vessels leave for the island, and continue to run throughout the day.

Your snorkelling equipment is available from the storage containers on the foredeck of the boat. We recommend that you conduct all snorkelling from the island.

The guided snorkelling tour operates form the island. 

12 noon - Lunch is served. Enjoy a tropical buffet created to suit all palates. Bar operates throughout the afternoon for beer wines and soft drinks, tea and coffee.

1:30pm - A Beach Walk is conducted by a Marine Biologist from the shuttle boarding area on the beach.

2:45pm - Last shuttle leaves the island to return passengers to the vessel. Afternoon tea is served.

3:10pm - Depart Low Isles for Port Douglas. Enjoy light entertainment during the return journey.

4:30pm - Arrival at Crystalbrook Super Yacht Marina, Port Douglas.

Transfers back to your accommodation or if you have a rent a car stay in Port Douglas and have a look around this quaint little seaside village and stay for dinner.

Port Douglas - Daily Departures

From Port Douglas, Coach connections from Cairns and Beaches included. Wavedancer departs daily (except Christmas Day) from Marina Mirage, Port Douglas at 10.00am.

See more Great Barrier Reef tours from Port Douglas.

Read our informative Low Isles blogs:

• Things you need to know before you go snorkelling at Low Isles.
• Is Low Isles worth a visit, what is there to do on the island? 

Snorkel Tour Port Douglas - Low Isles

• Our Low Isles snorkelling tour is a high quality reef trip that leaves from Port Douglas daily. No scuba diving on this day tour just snorkelling and glass bottom boat tours to see the turtles and the coral reef systems. 
• Combined with the romance of big ship sailing aboard a luxury sailing catamaran, this is the perfect snorkel tour for families and couples seeking island relaxation and snorkelling in crystal clear waters. Take a walk around the island with the Marine Biologist and learn all about the lighthouse and its history along with learning about the Great Barrier Reef.
• Our Low Isles Great Barrier Reef snorkelling and island tour is perfect for cruise ship passengers who are berthed in Port Douglas. 
• Wake up in the morning and think about how relaxing this snorkel tour will be. If you are staying in Cairns or the northern beaches the road to Port Douglas is already a voyage in itself.
• One of Australia’s most beautiful scenic drives along the coast either in a comfortable air–conditioned coach or your own rent a car.
• As soon as you arrive at the Port Douglas Crystalbrook Super Yacht Marina you are welcomed by the smiling faces of the crew and invited on board the catamaran.
• Only one hour of pure pleasure sailing and your there ovelooking Low Isles. From the moment the boat moors in the calm waters of the island’s picturesque lagoon, a host of reef activities await.
• Friendly crew will take you on a leisurely, informative day where island visitor numbers are limited.
• Discover the mysteries of marine life while snorkelling or if you do not want to get wet try the glass bottom boat tour.
• You will be able to spot so many green turtles, and if you are very lucky even a dugong or cow of the sea which is an Aboriginal delicacy as are green sea turtles. Read more about the the things to see on Low Isles. In some countries these dugong are called Manatees, gentle slow shy giants.
• Take a guided beach walk and experience a snorkelling tour with a marine biologist which is fascinating.
• They will brings things up from the bottom of the sea floor for you to see, touch and learn or just relax on the pristine white sandy beach under a thatched umbrella or explore the old lighthouse which has been greeting and protecting visitors since 1878.
• No need to swim far away from the shore to encounter such amazing marine life.
• Guest comment: Sitting on the beach I watched for half an hour large colorful reef fish feeding on shoals of little fishes! So amazing as I did not expect to see that much marine life when I woke up this morning what a nice surprise.
• This 30 metre luxury sailing catamaran offers the excitement of big ship sailing combined with the ultimate in comfort.
• Let the yachts crew pamper you in the luxurious air–conditioned lounge with its fully licensed bar, or soak up the sun and sea air under the sails on the expansive decks.
• Complimentary morning tea/coffee on boarding. Just when you need it. For your safety, hot drinks are not served once the vessel is underway nor is alchohol served until after lunch.
• Passengers are required to be onboard the vessel 15 minutes before departure.

Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Port Douglas

Departure Time

Check in 9:00am - Boarding 9:30am - Departure 10:00am - Return to Port Douglas Marina at 4:30pm

Departure Instructions

Check-in at Quicksilver’s Reservations office, Port Douglas marina for boarding passes.

Pickup Locations

• Cairns
• Cairns Northern Beaches
• Palm Cove
• Port Douglas

• Pick up time & location to be confirmed at time of booking
• Please note pickups may be from centralised locations, please see below:
• 0745hrs Hungry Jacks, Westcourt Plaza.274 Mulgrave Road Westcourt.
• 0755hrs Bay 1, Reef Fleet Terminal. 1 Spence Street City.
• 0805hrs Aquarius Bus Stop. 107 Esplanade City.
• 0810hrs Dunwoodys. 317 Sheridan St. Cairns North.
• 0830hrs Trinity Beach Bus Turn Around Cnr Trinity Beach Road and Moore Street.
• 0840hrs Paradise on the Beach 119-121 Williams Esp. Palm Cove.

Destinations

• Great Barrier Reef
• Low Isles
• Low Isles

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Does not operate on Christmas Day

Duration

6.5 hours (approx.)

Available for Purchase / Hire

Underwater cameras available for purchase, underwater digital cameras available to hire. Please note drones are not permitted

Fitness Level Required

Low, Medium

Eco Certifications

Your camera, swimming costume and beach towel, hat, sunscreen and shirt for sun protection, cash for drinks at the bar, credit cards for souvenirs

• Family Fare: 2 Adults and 2 Children (not applicable with other discounts)
• Child Fare 4-14 years inclusive
• Infants 3 and under free of charge