Charter our 54 foot fly bridge motor cruiser designed to cruise the Great Barrier Reef from Port Douglas with up to 10 guests on board for a one day bespoke private charter boat cruise and reef exploration tour.
The choice is yours to choose the order of day for the Port Douglas boat charter itinerary. You may wish to go fishing for a few hours in the morning for some fresh sashimi, cruiseover to snorkel around the beautiful Low Isles or head straight out to the reef for some spectacular snorkelling off the Ribbon Reef shelfs.
She is our most popular Port Douglas private charter boat and always in high demand for those guests looking for a more personalised, casual Great Barrier Reef tour experience.
Each one of our Port Douglas charter boat tours are created around the interests of our guests on a personalised bespoke basis when you speak with our charter boat team.
Our flybridge cruiser is also popular for cruise ship passengers looking for a charter boat to take them on an exclusive Great Barrier Reef tour that fits in with the cruise ships shore tour times when docking in Port Douglas.
Add in SUP boards (stand up paddle boards) as an optional extra and even a dive instructor and scuba diving equipment and you have a full day of action and adventure.
We can arrange for a dive master to accompany you for the day to show you the most amazing coral reef systems and the multitude of marine life on the northern section of the outer Great Barrier Reef.
Our Port Douglas charter boat can carry up to 10 guests on a day charter out to the waters of the spectacular Great Barrier Reef in Australia.
This Port Douglas based 54 foot private charter boat comes with a skipper and crew that will ensure all of your needs are catered for at the highest level at all times.
Guests will be provided with meals throughout the day which will include a Gourmet lunch, canapés, cheese platter & seasonal tropical fruit selection.
Port Douglas Charter Boat Sample Menu:
-Morning tea
Banana bread, muffins and biscuits
-Lunch-
Thai Beef Salad
Rare cooked scotch fillet, capsicum, carrot and cabbage drizzled with sweet soy sauce
House Salad With fresh greens, veggies and house dressing
Fresh Prawns
Cold Meat Plate
Bakery fresh bread rolls
-Afternoon Snacks-
Cheese plate with dried fruits and crackers
-Kids-
Ham and cheese sandwiches (available upon request)
Please note any dietary requirements at the time of reservation.
Filtered water and soft drinks provided. Alcohol is on a BYO basis.
She is the perfect charter vessel for celebrating a special occasion such as a wedding, birthday, engagement or as an incentive for your company’s staff members and/or an end of financial year or Christmas party.
Just speak with our Port Douglas charter boat specialists and they can plan the perfect day on the Great Barrier Reef for you with any extra inclusions you may desire.
Departs from Port Douglas at 8:15am - destination the Outer Great Barrier Reef
You will reach your destination in 1.5 hours during that time relax on the fly bridge or front deck.
Horseshoe Reef: Snorkelling time
After a few hours of snorkeling guests enjoy a delicious lunch before heading out to deeper waters to catch some magnificent pelagic fish.
The day’s itinerary can be tailored to your desires.
Depending on the age of guests on board, their confidence in the water, and other aspects such as weather conditions, you may prefer to simply explore Low Isles.
Easter: A 20% surcharge will be added to all reservation made for travel between Good Friday and Easter Monday inclusive.
Christmas: A 20% surcharge will be added to all reservations made for travel between December 20th and January 10th inclusive.
See more private charter boats on the Great Barrier Reef from Port Douglas
Port Douglas
8.00am
Make your way to Crystalbrook superyacht marina
January - December
Daily
Available from 8:00am to 4:00pm - approx.
Private charters time can be flexible
Low, Medium, Active
Scuba Diving – minimum age 12
Scuba Diving Restrictions
Read more about Diving Safety on the Great Barrier Reef.
Alcohol (BYO), Camera, Sun Screen & Hat, Beach towel
Cancellation Policy:
All cancellations must be in writing.
Please note that all cancellations will incur an administration fee.
Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Operator’s Cancellation Policy:
Should a charter be cancelled, the deposit is forfeited.
Should a charter be cancelled within 72 hours of departure, the full charter cost is forfeited.
If the skipper deems it unsafe to travel on the intended travel day due to weather or tidal conditions, all moneys paid will be refunded to the charterer.
Should Closehaven Pty Ltd be unable to provide a vessel for use during the intended charter period, the Company reserves the right to be able to cancel the charter, at which time all deposits will be refunded.
In the event of such a cancellation, Closehaven Pty Ltd is not liable for any costs or damage incurred by the charterer as a result of the cancellation.
This cancellation policy applies unless there are exceptional circumstances which are dealt with by Company management on a case-by-case basis.
DISCRETION
Reef and fishing charters are subject to the discretion of both Company management and your Captain, as well as weather conditions and availability.
Please note that refunds will only be offered if the Captain of the vessel deems it unsafe to proceed with a charter.
PEAK PERIOD RATES
Peak rates apply for holiday periods which are listed below.
***Full payment must be obtained at time of booking for any charters booked within a peak period time frame.***
Easter: A 20% surcharge will be added to all reservation made between Good Friday and Easter Monday inclusive.
Christmas: A 20% surcharge will be added to all reservations made between 20/12/23 and 10/01/23.
au$5,000.00
Prices are AUD, per charter and include all levies fees and taxes.
Tour Code: 313