Tour Highlights
- Port Douglas based luxury charter yacht caters for up to 60 guests on a beautiful Lagoon catamaran.
- Our luxury yacht charters in Port Douglas include courtesy coach transfers in Port Douglas, snorkel gear, glass bottom boat tour, snorkle tour with marine biologist, 4.5 hours at 2 reef locations.
- Simply stunning reef locations are visited on our luxury Lagoon catamaran. Mackay Cay & Reef and Undine Cay.
Description & Tour Inclusions
Included In Price
- Courtesy coach transfers from Port Douglas accommodation
- Snorkelling equipment, optical masks, seasonal lycra suits, wet suits and flotation devices
- Guided snorkel tour with a marine guide
- Glass bottom boat viewing and reef interpretation
- Explore the pristine Mackay Coral Cay
- 4.5 hours at an unspoilt location on the Outer Great Barrier Reef
- The experience of sailing on board a luxury sailing catamaran
Book our luxury small group charter boat from Port Douglas and explore the outer Great Barrier Reef with up to 60 guests. We own and operate 3 of the most luxurious custom built charter boats in Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia.
Sailing to various locations on the Great Barrier Reef on our specialised luxury snorkelling tours we offer our private charter guests just that little bit more that makes the difference of a good day versus a great day.
If you are looking to impress up 60 guests of your highly valuable clients or guests we are the private charter boat company in Port Douglas and the Great Barrier Reef tour boat team you need to talk to.
Mackay Coral Cay
On our snorkel tour we sail to a pristine outer reef location called Mackay Coral Cay and reef which is a small sand island approximately fifty kilometers from Port Douglas, Mackay Cay is located on the north west corner of the Mackay Reef..
The snow white sand and the crystal clear waters of Mackay Cay act as the ultimate snorkeling backdrop.
Mackay Cay is one of many coral cays that are small islands that rise mere metres above high tide.
Protecting a variety of endangered plant and animal species, the coral cays are internationally recognised.
All our guests love visiting one of the most significant sections of the Great Barrier Reef to enjoy its picture perfect beach and coral reef system.
Itinerary
Port Douglas Private Charter Boat Itinerary
8.00am – returns at 5.00pm
Departs Port Douglas
7.30am
Group check in on the boat at Crystalbrook Super Yacht Marina
Pay Environment Management Charge
7.45am
Board the private charter boat
Tea & Coffee with Muffins and pastries on arrival.
Welcome & Safety briefing.
8.00am
Depart Port Douglas. Set sail.
Sailing to Mackay Cay Outer Barrier Reef
10.15am Arrive at protected mooring at Mackay/Undine Cay
Snorkel safety briefing, distribution of snorkel equipment
10.30am
Nature Activities commence:
- Swim and Snorkel over the coral gardens
- Guided Snorkel Tour by Marine Biologist
12.30pm
Serve Tropical Buffet Lunch on board
1.30pm
Nature Activities resume:
- Glass Bottom Boat Tour & Reef Interpretation
- Continue free time snorkelling
- Transfer to the coral cay for exploring
- Relax and swim
2.30pm
Afternoon Tea & Coffee, cakes and fresh fruit platter
2.45pm
Depart Mackay Cay. Set sail to Port Douglas
Reef Interpretation Talk. Guests and crew interaction on day’s sightings
5.00pm
Arrive Port Douglas
Notes
Mackay and Undine Coral Cays are 28/25 nm from Port Douglas. We have exclusive access to these sites from Port Douglas. Journey time will be approximately 2 hours.
During this time, we conduct our safety and snorkel briefings and distribute equipment. Reef Interpretation talk. Crew and guest interaction on day’s sightings.
Walking on the Coral Cays is dependant on the daily tides.
The itinerary may vary to allow us to take guests to the cays at some point throughout the day.
Some day’s we simply can’t walk on the cays as the tide is too low to get the beach landing craft across the coral which gets exposed and is out of the water.
Snorkelling and all other coral viewing activities continue.
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Explore the beautiful Low Isles just 15.2km off Port Douglas.
Tour Details
Tour Languages Offered
English
EnglishDeparts From
Port Douglas
Departure Time
Departs Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina at 8.00am and returns around 5.00pm
Destinations
- Great Barrier Reef
- Mackay Coral Cay
Months of Operation
January - December
Days of Operation
Daily
Duration
9 hours
8.00am to 5.00pm
Available for Purchase / Hire
Catering & Beverages
Fitness Level Required
Medium
Restrictions
- No Smoking
- Shoes are to be removed when boarding the luxury yacht
What to Bring
- Beach towel, swimwear, T-shirt, hat, sunscreen, camera, sunglasses, cash or credit card for onboard beverages
- Shoes that easily slip off when boarding the yacht
- Wear comfortable clothing that is applicable for sailing
- Cash or credit card
Child Policy
Please enquire if this tour is suitable for children and Infants
Cancellation Policy
Our T&Cs
All cancellations must be in writing.
We understand things may change, so we have made cancellations very easy.
In every instance we always recommend you purchase travel insurance for life’s last-minute hiccups.
Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Additional Tour Operator's T&Cs
Private charter bookings are only confirmed upon the payment of a 30% deposit.
Final payment is required 35 days prior to the charter.
Payments are refundable inline with our cancellation policy.
Cancellations and refunds are applicable greater than 35 days prior to the cruise.
Cancellations made by the customer within 35 days of the cruise incur a 100% cancellation fee.
For cancellations or rescheduling made by the company, guests are entitled to a 100% refund.
The company reserves the right to cancel any cruise for safety reasons to do with weather and vessel availability.
Medical waivers: Prior to departure (excluding the Sunset Sail), all guests planning to enter the water must complete a medical questionnaire and declaration.
Our team will assess your medical fitness for in water activities during travel to the reef destination.
In some circumstances to do with a guest health and swimming ability, our staff may recommend that a guest uses provided snorkel aids or potentially not snorkel at all.
In these circumstances, our team will present the guests with alternatives such as glass bottom boat tours and island time.
Please refer to the website for greater information about medical conditions.
Guests will not be permitted to enter the water without the completion of a medical questionnaire.
Guest mobility: Our vessels are premium sailing catamarans.
The vessels may get wet and slippery and guests are required to have good mobility to be able to move around safely whilst under sail, to board the glass bottom boat and access the beach locations.
Queensland law stipulates that alcohol must not be consumed prior to any in water activities.
Sailaway will not serve alcohol to anyone wishing to return to the water at anytime.
Alcohol sales will commence following the final in water activity of the cruise.
Sailaway vessels are fully licenced premises and BYO beverages is not permitted.
Our experienced team will practice the responsible service of alcohol at all times.
Intoxicated guests will not be permitted to participate in the charter.
It is a condition of operation that a catering package must be selected on all cruises.
Smoking is not permitted onboard any Sailaway vessel.
Smoking is permitted in designated areas on Low Isles only.
Please ask for full terms and conditions
From
au$17,325.00
Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.
Tour Code: 966
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