Zeil- en snorkelcruise op de Lage Eilanden van een hele dag vanuit Port Douglas
Beschrijving
Zet koers vanuit Port Douglas voor een dag snorkelen en ontspannen op de Low Isles van het Great Barrier Reef. Het beschutte witte zand is omgeven door tropische wateren gevuld met vissen, schildpadden en koraal om ongerept buiten het strand te snorkelen, op slechts een steenworp afstand van Low Isles . Deze kleinere cruise is beperkt tot 33 passagiers, wat zorgt voor goed gezelschap en behulpzame hulp van de bemanning. Een lunchbuffet is inbegrepen, samen met ochtend- en middagthee, begeleid snorkelen, een boottocht met glazen bodem en een begeleide eilanderfgoedwandeling.
Rondreisopties
Reisroute
Vaar vanuit Port Douglas aan boord van een luxe catamaran om Low Isles te bezoeken in de rustigere ochtenduren, voordat de meeste bezoekers arriveren. Nadat u vanaf het vasteland bent gevaren, arriveert u bij Low Isles, waar u vier en een half uur kunt doorbrengen op Low Isles, een koraaleiland waar u kunt ontspannen onder palmbomen op het witte zand en buiten het strand kunt snorkelen in het onderzeese koraal van de beschutte lagune tuinen. Maak een wandeling naar de historische vuurtoren van Low Isles, daterend uit 1878, of leer meer over de magische onderwaterwereld van iriserende vissen en fluorescerend koraal van het Great Barrier Reef tijdens een begeleide snorkeltocht onder leiding van een zeebioloog. Er is meer leuke eco-educatie aan boord van een boottocht met glazen bodem, met prachtig uitzicht op de koralen en deskundig commentaar. Na een lunchbuffet met zeevruchten aan boord van de catamaran, geniet u van de zon op het dek of keert u terug naar het water voor een laatste snorkel voordat u om 16.00 uur terugkeert naar Port Douglas. Slechts een selecte groep operators mag de Coral Cay Low Isles bezoeken, het enige Great Barrier Reef-eiland op korte zeilafstand van Port Douglas. Deze cruise combineert luxe en eco-referenties voor een eersteklas rifervaring.
Hoogtepunten
Wat is inbegrepen
Beoordelingen van reizigers
Belangrijke informatie
- Opties voor openbaar vervoer zijn in de buurt aanwezig
- Niet aanbevolen voor reizigers met een slechte cardiovasculaire gezondheid
- Geschikt voor alle condities
- Vegetarische, veganistische en glutenvrije opties zijn beschikbaar, gelieve dit tijdens het reserveren aan te geven indien nodig
- Neem handdoek, zwembroek, zonnebrandcrème, zonnebril en hoed mee. We raden ook een trui aan in de koelere maanden.
- Om deel te nemen aan de activiteit van snorkelen, moet je vertrouwen hebben in het water met de capaciteit om zonder hulp te zwemmen. Als je een slechte zwemmer bent, ben je misschien niet geschikt om in het open water te snorkelen. Niet alle passagiers zullen geschikt zijn om te snorkelen, en onze ervaren bemanning heeft de discretionaire bevoegdheid om te adviseren om niet te snorkelen als dit "niet geschikt voor de activiteit" wordt geacht. Dit is voor de veiligheid van de passagier. Houd er rekening mee dat snorkelen een zware fysieke activiteit kan zijn, zelfs in rustig water en dat oudere mensen een verhoogd risico lopen op overlijden en/of verwondingen als gevolg van een hogere incidentie van medische aandoeningen die verergeren door fysieke inspanning, zoals hart-en vaatziekten en beroertes. Alle passagiers die van plan zijn om te snorkelen zullen worden gevraagd om onze medische verklaring voor snorkelen formulier in te vullen. Onze ervaren bemanning bespreekt eventuele problemen met betrekking tot medische aandoeningen en zwemvaardigheid. Sailaway behoudt zich het recht voor om elke passagier te weigeren om deel te nemen aan snorkelen als we bezorgd zijn over uw gezondheidstoestand en / of zwemvermogen. Dit is voor uw eigen veiligheid, luister naar het advies van onze ervaren snorkelgidsen om de veiligheid van onze gasten te garanderen.
- Onze Sailaway schepen zijn luxe zeilcatamarans en wij bieden een pure zeilervaring. Dit betekent dat de schepen op open zee varen en zich onder zeil voortbewegen. De dekken van de schepen zijn multi niveaus en kunnen glad zijn wanneer nat. Passagiers moeten over een goede mobiliteit beschikken om zich veilig rond de schepen te verplaatsen, op de glazen bodemboten te stappen (indien van toepassing) en via de ladders aan de achterkant van de schepen in en uit het water te komen. Helaas bieden wij geen rolstoeltoegang vanwege de indeling van de dekken en salonruimtes. Onze tours zijn avontuurlijke ervaringen voor actieve reizigers. Kies uw tour zorgvuldig om ervoor te zorgen dat deze geschikt is voor uw ervaring, leeftijd en fysieke gezondheid.
Beoordelingen(575)
Superb trip to the low isles with Sailaway. Everything was so well organised and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Special mention to Milan and Camile who took us snorkelling. Their knowledge and spotting of the underwater sea life & corals was very informative. We saw lots of green turtles, a shark, two batfish, clams, Clown Fish (Nemo) numerous types of coral and a multitude of other fish species. Lunch was provided along with AM and PM snacks. There was also the option to do a trip in a glass bottomed boat but we opted for a second snorkelling expedition instead. I would definitely recommend this trip.
Captain Richard and his all lady crew were awesome in the low isles tour. Very informative during snorkelling and island nature tour. A top lunch after being in the water. Super day all round
*** A Once-In-A-Lifetime Disappointment *** We feel completely cheated of our opportunity to see the Great Barrier Reef. Despite specifically consulting Sailaway beforehand about having non-swimmers in our group—and being assured the Low Isles tour was "perfect" for us—the experience was a total failure. ** Misleading Advice & Weather ** A couple of days prior, we noticed favorable availability and offered to reschedule for a calmer day. Sailaway insisted the wind was merely "average" and "good for sailing." However, the moment we arrived on the sailing date, the tone changed; we were told conditions would be rough and advised to take seasickness medication. ** The "Beach-Only" Experience ** While other operators that same week provided life jackets, guided float rings, and hours of reef time for non-swimmers, Sailaway was completely unprepared. If you identify as "not confident," they effectively ban you from the water. In our case, the guide actually removed flotation noodles from those in the shallows, making the experience less safe and forcing our non-swimmers to sit on the beach. ** Poor Supervision & Cancelled Activities ** The management of the groups was a mess. A single guide was assigned to both "swimmers" and "non-swimmers." Because she couldn't manage both, she repeatedly pulled the swimmers out of the water to police the non-swimmers who were only in knee-deep water. To make matters worse, afternoon snorkeling was canceled due to "water clarity"—yet we could see the bottom perfectly from the glass-bottom boat. ** The Verdict ** We traveled halfway around the world to sit on a beach and see sand. We later compared notes with others who used different operators during the same week; those companies provided life rings, guiding ropes, and hand-holding that allowed non-swimmers to see incredible wildlife. Sailaway is simply unwilling to accommodate anyone other than "confident swimmers." Save your money. Book with an operator that actually supports all guests, rather than one that makes promises just to secure a booking.
Hi Paul, I'm terribly sorry that you did not enjoy your experience with Sailaway. Your review & experience are very uncharacteristic. The weather in Port Douglas is quite consistent in terms of wind which is why you would have been informed the way you were prior to your trip. At Sailaway, we provide pool noodles and life jackets for guests who are not confident in the water. We also offer these guests a guided snorkel so that they get an underwater experience in the care of our marine biologist staff members. I cant respond to your other comments as I wasn't on the island with you, however I can confirm that Sailaway is committed to providing a positive & educational experience for all of our guests and I'm sorry that you didn't enjoy your day with us.
We feel completely cheated of our opportunity to see the Great Barrier Reef. Despite specifically consulting Sailaway beforehand about having non-swimmers in our group—and being assured the Low Isles tour was "perfect" for us—the experience was a total failure. ** Misleading Advice & Weather ** A week prior, we noticed favorable availability and offered to reschedule for a calmer day. Sailaway insisted the wind was merely "average" and "good for sailing." However, the moment we arrived on the sailing date, the tone changed; we were told conditions would be rough and advised to take seasickness medication. ** The "Beach-Only" Experience ** While other operators that same week provided life jackets, guided float rings, and hours of reef time for non-swimmers, Sailaway was completely unprepared. If you identify as "not confident," they effectively ban you from the water. In our case, the guide actually removed flotation noodles from those in the shallows, making the experience less safe and forcing our non-swimmers to sit on the beach. ** Poor Supervision & Cancelled Activities ** The management of the groups was a mess. A single guide was assigned to both "swimmers" and "non-swimmers." Because she couldn't manage both, she repeatedly pulled the swimmers out of the water to police the non-swimmers who were only in knee-deep water. To make matters worse, afternoon snorkeling was canceled due to "water clarity"—yet we could see the bottom perfectly from the glass-bottom boat. ** The Verdict ** We traveled halfway around the world to sit on a beach and see sand. We later compared notes with others who used different operators during the same week; those companies provided life rings, guiding ropes, and hand-holding that allowed non-swimmers to see incredible wildlife. Sailaway is simply unwilling to accommodate anyone other than "confident swimmers." Save your money. Book with an operator that actually supports all guests, rather than one that makes promises just to secure a booking.
The area for snorkeling was the worst ever been! The boat the food the package. Don’t do it ! Wasting time.
We are sorry to learn that you did not enjoy the day. Our snorkellers are usually joined by turtles, small reef sharks, and a multitude of tropical reef fish which provide great highlights for the day. Hopefully we get an opportunity to showcase the Barrier Reef to you in the future when the weather is a little more supportive.
There is no off shore walking into water to see fish using snorkel for non-swimmers. Onky snorkeling from shore and off boat. Otherwise, great trip!
Fabulous day that started on a beautiful catamaran. The crew was attentive and excellent at explaining safety protocols and outfitting us with stinger suits. So stylish and necessary! When we arrived at Low Isle, the tide was high and the water a bit rough, so they juggled the schedule; we toured the island first. One of the marine biologists explained the origin of the island. Just before entering the water, I walked down the beach and saw two 4-foot-long sharks at the water's edge. We were still able to enter the water and our small group of 8 with two marine biologists, enjoyed a guided snorkel of the bay. It was hard work given the current, but we enjoyed the view of coral and fish. We returned to the boat for a nice buffet lunch. After lunch my husband and another guest had a second guided snorkel (this one off the boat) while the other 6 of us enjoyed the views through a small glass bottom boat. If you're looking for a snorkel experience with a professional team, consider Sailaway.
Fabulous day, from start to finish. The crystal clear waters and amazing snorkelling was a highlight of our trip to Oz. Lovely crew, fun fellow participants and a beautiful trip to and from the Low Isles. Highly recommended.
What an amazing day, the crew Liam, Elyse and George were fantastic. They explained everything and the snorkelling from the Cay was great. Lunch was served back on the yacht and given choices for tge afternoon as to what we wanted to do, we opted for more snorkelling this time off woody island much deeper and the coral and fish spectacular So sad to return to Port Douglas but memories made
The boat and staff are lovely and nice lunch . However , I was under the impression this trip should have been cancelled. The majority of the trip was in torrential rain. We were able to complete on snorkel and it was a lovely experience.
