A later start. A quieter island. A sunset you will not forget.
The Sailaway Afternoon and Sunset Low Isles tour is the unhurried alternative to a full day on the reef. You check in at 12.30pm, sail out to Low Isles when the crowds have thinned, snorkel the coral gardens with a marine biologist, explore the island, and then sail back to Port Douglas as the sun drops behind the Daintree mountains. Beverages are included for the return sail. It is a complete afternoon and evening in one.
This tour runs from 1.00pm to 6.30pm and is suitable for all ages. The minimum age is 13 years.
About the Tour
Low Isles is a small coral cay island sitting about 15 kilometres off the coast of Port Douglas. The reef surrounding it supports 150 species of hard coral and 15 species of soft coral, with green turtles sighted in the lagoon on most days. The island itself has a working lighthouse built in 1878 and a history of scientific research dating back to 1928.
The afternoon tour arrives on the island after the morning rush has departed, giving you a quieter, more relaxed experience. You have roughly two hours on the island before the sail home.
What Happens on the Day
Sailaway uses Lagoon 500 sailing catamarans for this tour. The crossing takes approximately one hour each way. On the island, your time is unstructured: you can snorkel the coral gardens with a guided tour led by a marine biologist, take a glass bottom boat ride over the reef, join the Island Nature Walk with an experienced guide, or simply sit under a palm tree on the beach.
The return sail is where the afternoon becomes something else. As the catamaran heads back toward Port Douglas, the sun sets over the Coral Sea and the Daintree mountains. Complimentary sundowners are served on board, beer, wine and champagne, alongside a selection of canapés.
Inclusions
Everything listed below is included in the ticket price. There are no hidden extras.
- Courtesy coach transfers from your Port Douglas accommodation to the marina
- Light lunch on arrival (gourmet mini pies, wraps, tartlets)
- Afternoon tea with freshly baked scones, jam and cream, and a fruit platter
- Canapés served on the island before departure (arancini, sushi rolls, charcuterie skewers)
- All beverages included on the return sail: beer, wine and sparkling wine
- Snorkelling equipment, optical masks, lycra suits and flotation devices
- Snorkelling instruction and in-water assistance
- Guided snorkel tour with a marine biologist
- 100% solar electric glass bottom boat tour and reef interpretation
- Island Nature Walk with an experienced guide
- Sailing on a luxury Lagoon 500 catamaran
- Environmental Management Charge
Vegetarian and gluten free menu options are available. These must be requested at the time of booking.
Itinerary
| Time | What Happens |
|---|---|
| 12.30pm | Check in at the Sailaway Boathouse, Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina |
| 12.45pm | Board the catamaran. Light lunch and welcome briefing served |
| 1.00pm | Set sail for Low Isles |
| 2.30pm | Arrive at Low Isles. Snorkel safety briefing |
| 2.45pm | Activities on the island: snorkelling, glass bottom boat, nature walk, beach time |
| 5.00pm | Transfer back to the catamaran. Afternoon tea served |
| 5.15pm | Set sail for Port Douglas |
| 5.20pm | Canapés and complimentary sundowners served on board |
| 6.30pm | Arrive Port Douglas |
Pricing
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | $365.00 |
| Child (4–12 years) | $255.00 |
| Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) | $1,116.00 |
Prices are valid from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 and include the Environmental Management Charge and GST.
Maximum of 33 guests per departure. Pre-booking is essential. A strict 24-hour cancellation policy applies.
Good to Know
- This tour requires good mobility. Snorkelling requires confidence in the water and reasonable swimming ability.
- The minimum age is 13 years.
- Transfers are complimentary from Port Douglas accommodation. Private transfers from Palm Cove and the Northern Beaches are available on request.
- Optional upgrades available at the time of booking include the Beach Sun Smart Pack, a Champagne Celebration (Moët & Chandon 750mL) and Private Chauffeur Transfers.
- Bring a beach towel, swimwear, hat, sun-shirt, sunscreen, sunglasses and a camera.
Speak to the Cayman Villas tour desk to check availability and make a booking.