Port Douglas Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Adventure

Set sail from Port Douglas for a day of snorkeling and adventure on the Outer Barrier Reef. Immersed in the northern frontier of Great Barrier Reef, this is the perfect sailing and snorkelling adventure for a conservation minded visitor. Ideally suited to those who can swim and have a spirit of fun and adventure. The white sands of the coral cay are surrounded by tropical waters filled with fish, turtles and coral. This smaller cruise is limited to just 52 passengers, ensuring good company and helpful assistance from the crew. A buffet lunch is included, along with a reef interpretation talk, a guided snorkel tour and a glass-bottom boat with an expert marine biologist as your guide .Discerning guests can fully enjoy an inspiring full day of adventure using wind power to the absolutely stunning cay on the Great Barrier Reef in the most environmentally way!

Meeting Point

Sailaway Reef & Island Tours

Sailaway Boathouse Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina 8, Shop 18/44 Wharf St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia

Please check in at 7.30am inside the Sailaway office located inside the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina

What's included:

• Guided snorkel tour with marine biologist
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (Port Douglas only)
• Morning and afternoon tea & coffee with muffins and fresh fruit
• Glass-bottom boat tour
• Buffet lunch
• Time to explore the pristine coral cay
• Wetsuits during the winter months and lycra suits in summer
• Use of snorkel equipment and instruction
• Great Barrier Reef sailing cruise

Not included:

• Drinks (available for purchase on board)
• Environmental Management Charge of AU$8 per person due at check-in.

What to expect:

Duration: 9 hours

Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina

44 Wharf Street, , Port Douglas, 4877, Queensland

The adventure starts with an early departure from the Port Douglas Marina. Sit back and relax as we set sail to the Mackay Cay, out from Cape Tribulation. Enjoy an authentic sailing experience, following the coastline and views of the Daintree mountains.
Once at the protected sites at the Coral Cay, nature activities will include snorkelling over the pristine coral reef with a qualified marine biologist offering reef interpretation on a guided snorkel tour. A glass bottom boat coral viewing tour is also on offer. Premium reef sites showcase abundant marine life, including encounters with turtles and an amazing display of giant clam gardens, beautiful corals and a wide variety of fish.
Explore the white sands of the coral cay, soak up the sun and swim in turquoise clear waters.

A tropical buffet lunch, morning and afternoon teas & coffees will compliment a day of adventure and relaxation.

9 hours • Admission Ticket Included