Wavedancer Low Isles Cruise from Reef Marina, Port Douglas
Highlights
- Only 1 hours sail from Port Douglas
- Unspoilt coral cay with shady trees and a protected lagoon
- Limited numbers, no crowds
- Unrestricted access to island with snorkelling from the beach
- Great for families or relaxing
- Often see turtles underwater, excellent Island bird life
- Enjoy the guided heritage walk of Low Isles
Itinerary
Check-in begins from 9:15am for vessel boarding at 9:30am
9:30 AM - Complimentary morning tea/coffee on boarding. For your safety, hot drinks are not served once the vessel is underway. Passengers are required to be on board the vessel 15 minutes before 10am departure.
9:45 AM - An informative Marine Biologist presentation is shown in the main cabin
10:00 AM - Wavedancer departs Port Douglas Marina for Low Isles
10:30 AM - A snorkelling demonstration is conducted during the journey to Low Isles
11:15 AM - Wavedancer arrives at Low Isles and your activities commence. The 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 Waverdancer.
12:00 PM - Lunch is served aboard Wavedancer. Enjoy your tropical buffet. Bar operates throughout the day.
1.30 PM - A guided beach and heritage trail walk is conducted by a Marine Biologist. This walk departs from the shuttle boarding area on the beach.
2:45 PM - Last shuttle leaves the island to return passengers to the vessel. Afternoon tea is served depart Low isles for Port Douglas. Relax under the sails on your homeward journey.
4:30 PM - Arrive at Port Douglas Marina
included with
• Return Wavedancer cruise from Port Douglas
• Morning and afternoon teas on board
• Reef presentation by marine biologist
• Tropical smorgasbord lunch
• Snorkelling mask, snorkel & fins provided
• Qualified Lifeguard on hand
• Glass bottom boat coral viewing
• Guided snorkelling trips with Marine Biologist
• Marine Biologist guided beach walk
• Lycra swimming suits
• Complimentary glass of sparkling wine, cheese and crackers served on the homeward journey
excluded by
• Hotel pickup/drop off transfers
• Other services not stated above
Essential
Information
What to bring
- Swimwear and towel
- Hat and shirt for sun protection. We recommend marine-friendly sunscreen.
- Comfortabel shoes for island walk.
- Camera. Drone are not permitted.
- Cash or credit card for bar purchases or souvenirs.
- Underwater cameras available for hire
Detailed Description
A secluded tropical paradise, set like a jewel in the Great Barrier Reef, Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island – a tropical island paradise. Combined with the romance of sailing aboard Quicksilver’s luxury 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer, this is the perfect day for families and couples seeking island relaxation.
From the moment Wavedancer moors in the calm waters of the island’s picturesque lagoon, a host of reef activities await. Our 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 glass bottom boat viewing. Take a guided beach walk and snorkelling tour with a marine biologist or just relax on the beach under a thatched umbrella or on the decks of Wavedancer. Visitors are limited to protect the reef’s ecology, so you’ll experience this island heaven with a select few. So Relax – the whole of this beautiful, palm fringed island beach is yours to explore and enjoy
