The 4 Port Douglas Sailing Trips That Earn Their Price

1.Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkelling Cruise from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 565 reviews · from $243Our pick

Join Sailaway for a 7.5-hour cruise from Port Douglas to Low Isles aboard a 33-passenger catamaran. Snorkel with marine biologists, ride the EV Discovery glass-bottom boat, walk to the 1878 lighthouse, and enjoy morning tea, buffet lunch, and afternoon tea.

“WOW! WOW! WOW! What a truly special and memorable day. We were made to feel so welcome from the moment we arrived on board! Upon arrival, I was really pleased at the small nature of our group compared to the large numbers on other boats. All confidence and ability levels catered for - having never snorkeled before, I had a few nerves but they were quickly put to rest by the support of the crew and I just enjoyed myself. The crew were knowledgeable - providing information about the reef, marine animals seen and answering any questions. We saw many turtles, which was a personal highlight for myself, reef sharks,…”

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2.Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 558 reviews · from $67Best value

Board a luxury catamaran at Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina at 4:30 pm for a relaxed 1.5-hour sail past Port Douglas, the Low Isles, mountains, and coastline. You receive one welcome drink and hot and cold canapés, with open decks for sunset photos. The cruise suits couples and visitors aged 13 and over.

“Very great experience. Friendly and helpful staff. Great boat. Just an all round lovely evening sailing and watching the sunset.”

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3.Outer Reef Mackay Cay Sail & Snorkel Adventure from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 436 reviews · from $243

Sail from Port Douglas along the Daintree coast to Mackay Cay, where you can snorkel with a marine biologist, inspect coral by glass-bottom boat, and explore a coral cay. Barry has provided reef talks on some departures, while the crew offers close water safety support.

“Amazing day on the reef. This is a MUST tour if you want to experience the Great Barrier Reef. The day with Sailaway was top tier and highly recommended. The crew was very professional and helped us have a most excellent day.”

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4.Afternoon Low Isles Snorkelling & Sunset Sail from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 354 reviews · from $243

Sail from Port Douglas to the Low Isles on a small adults-only catamaran. Snorkel with a marine guide, ride a glass-bottom boat, or relax on the beach, then enjoy afternoon tea, drinks, and a sunset return sail. The 33-person limit keeps the outing calm and personal.

“Such a lovely day! The boat was amazing, as was the spot for snorkelling. Was really good to have a half day adventure, as I was travelling with some older parents, It was really nice to have options to snorkel or not - my parents went on a lonRead more”

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