Outer Reef Mackay Cay Sail & Snorkel Adventure from Port Douglas
Set sail from Port Douglas for a day of snorkeling and adventure on the Outer Barrier Reef. Immersed in the northern frontier of Great Barrier Reef, this is the perfect sailing and snorkelling adventure for a conservation minded visitor. Ideally suited to those who can swim and have a spirit of fun and adventure. The white sands of the coral cay are surrounded by tropical waters filled with fish, turtles and coral. This smaller cruise is limited to just 52 passengers, ensuring good company and helpful assistance from the crew. A buffet lunch is included, along with a reef interpretation talk, a guided snorkel tour and a glass-bottom boat with an expert marine biologist as your guide .Discerning guests can fully enjoy an inspiring full day of adventure using wind power to the absolutely stunning cay on the Great Barrier Reef in the most environmentally way!
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Outer Reef Mackay Cay Sail & Snorkel Adventure from Port Douglas
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What's included in Outer Reef Mackay Cay Sail & Snorkel Adventure from Port Douglas
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina
The adventure starts with an early departure from the Port Douglas Marina. Sit back and relax as we set sail to the Mackay Cay, out from Cape Tribulation. Enjoy an authentic sailing experience, following the coastline and views of the Daintree mountains. Once at the protected sites at the Coral Cay, nature activities will include snorkelling over the pristine coral reef with a qualified marine biologist offering reef interpretation on a guided snorkel tour. A glass bottom boat coral viewing tour is also on offer. Premium reef sites showcase abundant marine life, including encounters with turtles and an amazing display of giant clam gardens, beautiful corals and a wide variety of fish. Explore the white sands of the coral cay, soak up the sun and swim in turquoise clear waters. A tropical buffet lunch, morning and afternoon teas & coffees will compliment a day of adventure and relaxation.
Inclusions
- Guided snorkel tour with marine biologist
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Port Douglas only)
- Glass-bottom boat tour on our E-Tender, the 'EV Explorer'
- Morning and afternoon tea & coffee with muffins and fresh fruit
- Government Fees
- Buffet lunch
- Time to explore the pristine coral cay
- Wetsuits during the winter months and lycra suits in summer
- Use of snorkel equipment and instruction
- Great Barrier Reef sailing cruise
- Drinks (available for purchase on board)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian, vegan or gluten free option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Please bring towel, swimsuit, sunscreen and hat
- Underwater Camera's available for hire $75 for the day. Security deposit of $600 required.
- To participate in the activity of snorkelling, you must be confident in the water with the capacity to swim unassisted. If you are a poor swimmer, you may not be suitable to snorkel in the open water. Not all passengers will be suitable to snorkel, and our experienced crew have the discretion to advise against snorkelling if deemed “not suitable for the activity”. This is for the safety of the passenger. Please be advised snorkelling can be a strenuous physical activity, even in calm water and that older people are at an increased risk of death and/or injury due to a higher incidence of medical conditions made worse by physical exertion, such as heart disease and stroke. All passengers intending to snorkel will be asked to complete our Medical Declaration for Snorkelling form. Our experienced crew will discuss any issues relating to medical conditions and swimming ability. Sailaway reserves the right to decline any passenger from participating in snorkelling if we are concerned about your health condition and/or swimming ability. This is for your own safety, please listen to the advice of our experienced snorkel guides to ensure the safety of our guests.
- Our Sailaway vessels are luxury sailing catamarans and we offer a pure sailing experience. This means the vessels travel in open seas and will move around whilst under sail. The decks of the vessels are multi levels and can be slippery when wet. Passengers must have good mobility to safely move around the vessels, step onto the glass bottom boats (if applicable) and get in and out of the water via the ladders on the back of the vessels. Unfortunately, we do not offer wheelchair access due to the layout of the decks and saloon areas. Our tours are adventure experiences for active travellers. Please choose your tour carefully to ensure it is suitable for your experience, age and physical health.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 70 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please contact Sailaway for your pick up time (available from Port Douglas hotels only). Thala Beach transfers are available at an additional cost.
Meeting / End Points
- If you are making your own way to the marina, please check in at 7.30am inside the Sailaway office. If you have hotel transfers booked, please contact Sailaway on +61 7 4099 4200 for your pickup time.
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Ticket Redemption
If you are making your own way to the marina, please check in at 7.30am at the Sailaway office. If you have hotel transfers booked, please call Sailaway on +61 7 4099 4200 to reconfirm your pickup time. Please can you reconfirm all bookings with Sailaway at least 24 hours prior to travel. Please refer to the Sailaway website (sailawayportdouglas.com) for important information regarding suitability to snorkel.