Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise

Embark on a thrilling day tour to Low Isles with Wavedancer Sailing from Port Douglas. Snorkel, explore the coral cay island, and enjoy a tropical buffet lunch onboard.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Wavedancer Low Isles Cruise - Situated nine miles (15 kilometers) north-east of Port Douglas, Low Isles is a coral cay surrounded by 55 acres of reef. The sandy beach and clear, calm lagoon waters are ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Low Isles is well-known for its population of green turtles, keep an eye on the surface as they regularly pop up for air. Occasionally dugongs can be seen grazing on sea grass and large rays may glide by.

During the cruise, a Marine Biologist will conduct an informative talk on the fish and corals and provide details on the activities available throughout the day. The 30-meter luxury sailing catamaran offers the excitement of big ship sailing combined with the ultimate in comfort. Relax in the luxurious air-conditioned lounge with fully licensed bar, or soak up the sun under the sails on the expansive deck.

On arrival a shuttle will take you from the boat to the island, or you can dive straight in and swim to the beach!

Join an organized snorkel tour led by a marine biologist, or take to the water independently and explore at your leisure. Snorkeling equipment is provided and the friendly crew are on hand to assist.You don’t have to get wet to enjoy a day at Low Isles. You can join a glass bottom boat tour over the soft coral gardens that surround Low Isles. Your guide will point out giant clams, a variety of fish and corals, and of course be on the lookout for turtles. On land you may like to join a guided beach walk around the small island. Learn about the flora and fauna of the island along with the history of Low Isles as an important place of marine research.

We recommend you book this reef trip on your first full available day. You then have the opportunity to be flexible and change your travel date if you wish. Your booking can be changed at no additional cost directly with the operator once you are in Cairns. Prebook and secure your booking, but relax in knowing you can make amendments at no charge.

What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Guided snorkel tour with marine biologist
  • Morning tea/coffee on boarding, afternoon tea
  • Complimentary glass of sparkling wine on homeward journey
  • Use of lycra suit
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Guided beach walk with marine biologist
  • Environmental Management Charge included
  • Glass bottom boat coral viewing
  • Cruise from Port Douglas to Low Isles
What's Not Included
  • Drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
Additional Information

Low Isles, a pristine coral cay island, can be reached via a one-hour sail from Port Douglas on the 30 metre catamaran, Wavedancer. It’s an ideal spot for families and couples seeking serene island escapism with snorkelling activities straight from the beach. Once Wavedancer anchors in the scenic lagoon, a variety of reef pursuits are offered. The day is leisurely and filled with information as the number of island visitors is restricted. Guests are transferred between the vessel and the island by a shuttle boat throughout the day. All-inclusive activities are snorkelling, glass bottom boat tour, snorkel tour guided by a marine biologist, island walk, tropical buffet lunch onboard, as well as morning and afternoon teas.

  • We recommend you book this reef trip on your first full available day. You then have the opportunity to be flexible and change your travel date if you wish. Your booking can be changed at no additional cost directly with the operator once you are in Cairns. Prebook and secure your booking, but relax in knowing you can make amendments at no charge.
Location
Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina
Wharf Street
Please check-in at Quicksilver's office at the Crystalbrook Marina, Port Douglas to obtain your boarding passes. Check-in is required by 9am
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Tammy_c
Aug 4, 2024
Highly recommended, a must do! - Snorkeling from the beach was an absolute highlight. Being able to swim with fish, turtles etc was beyond amazing. Organisation was fantastic and we felt safe at all times. The staff were super friendly and the food was exceptional. Even though the weather wasn’t perfect the trip was brilliant right down to the trip home where we were serenaded by one of the staff and his guitar.
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Deahna_b
Jul 16, 2024
Perfect day - Wonderful staff, so friendly and helpful. Marine biologist was such a great addition with the guided tour and information throughout the trip. Snorkeling was a great experience and our young children loved it and felt very safe. Very well organised
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Sightseer62720605353
Jul 12, 2024
The Great Barrier Reef experience - It was a well-organised cruise. The staff members were helpful and friendly. Lunch was tasty but a bit rushed. The GBR experience was underwhelming. We did see lots of fish, though.
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Derek_s
Jul 11, 2024
Wonderful family day - The trip was great - the whole crew were friendly and competent and the snorkelling was far better for us than the outer reef. The marine biologist brilliant! The great weather didn’t hurt either !!
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Nacigator340530
May 7, 2024
Fantastic experience with great company. - Great experience, although we failed at snorkeling 🥹. The whole day was so well organised with friendly, helpful crew. Lovely, fresh lunch - prawns, chicken, salads & pasta. Glass of bubbly on our way home. The company kept us up to date via email prior to joining the boat.
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465kn
Apr 28, 2024
Amazing!!! - We LOVED this tour. It was amazing to snorkel up close to the reef and visit the island. The staff are fantastic - friendly, knowledgeable and helpful.
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Delaine_t
Apr 20, 2024
Amazing experience! - The crew were very friendly and helpful. We loved the seafood buffet lunch. The snorkelling was amazing and we saw turtles, sharks and many beautiful fish. We would highly recommend this tour
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Kathleen_a
Apr 12, 2024
Enjoyable - It was value for money, friendly staff. The tours were great and included. Lots to see and do. We really enjoyed it.
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Shanew1768
May 22, 2024
Fun experience, not too tiring as the boat ride was just over an hour. - The crew were great. Food was mainly cold dishes but the selection was adequate. Snorkeling was tough for young kids but the island walkabout was interesting.
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Redheadpom
Apr 12, 2024
Excellent choice for family reef option - Wonderful day out to the inner reef. Chose this option with my family as having been to the outer reef a few times previously wanted to ensure an easy enjoyable trip. Good points- Less distance to travel (do take the sea sickness tablets as soon as boarding, none of us were sick) & an island to stand on in case anyone was unwell & needed time to recover. Boat was clean & comfortable, staff very helpful. We went at Easter & thought would be busy but was an actually only about a third full so lots of opportunity to move around the boat. Stinger suits provided & snorkel gear. Would be helpful if they’d advised to put on suit when travelling across to the island save then trying to put on on the sand. Good snorkelling on the reef, we were lucky the tide was in so able to access the reef, good snorkelling saw lots of fish, clams. Coral & a distant turtle. Would have liked to have done the guided snorkel tour however it moves off very quickly after first transfer to the island & didn’t allow enough time for us to get our suits on & snorkels (trying to sort out the children). Which was a real shame as my eldest son (12yrs) particularly wanted to do it. Food was lovely, lots of choice & plenty of it.
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