9 Port Douglas Sailing Tours Worth Casting Off For

1.Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkelling Cruise from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 565 reviews · from $243Our pick

Sail from Port Douglas with a maximum of 33 people aboard Sailaway’s catamaran. Snorkel the sheltered Low Isles lagoon, join a glass-bottom boat tour with a marine biologist, walk to the 1878 lighthouse, and enjoy buffet lunch. Crew members such as Jake, Zara, Anna, and Cooper have been praised for clear instruction and calm support.

“Great time. Many thanks. Narration from Kelly, Zara, and Jake was excellent. Veiws were amazing Equipment in good order. Lynch was delicious.”

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2.Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 558 reviews · from $67

Meet at Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina at 4:30 pm for a 90-minute Sailaway cruise on the Coral Sea. You’ll receive a welcome drink, hot and cold canapés, and views of the Low Isles, mountains, and Port Douglas coast. The crew, including captains such as Mark when rostered, keeps the evening relaxed, though rough weather can change the experience quickly.

“Excellent value for money first time on a yacht. The crew were friendly and made sure we had an awesome time.”

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3.Outer Reef Mackay Cay Sail & Snorkel Adventure from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 436 reviews · from $243

Sail from Port Douglas toward Mackay Cay and the northern Great Barrier Reef, with marine biologist Barry offering reef interpretation, guided snorkeling, and help in the water. You’ll also get a glass-bottom boat tour, coral cay time, buffet lunch, morning and afternoon refreshments, and use of snorkel gear and seasonal protective suits.

“Had a great time snorkeling for the 1st time!! The crew was awesome! They made sure everyone had a great time & stayed safe. Didn’t have time to ask Isaac if he was single though :D”

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4.Afternoon Low Isles Snorkelling & Sunset Sail from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 354 reviews · from $243

Sailaway takes you from Port Douglas to Low Isles on an adults-only catamaran cruise limited to 33 people. You can join guided snorkelling with the marine crew, take a glass-bottom boat ride, walk the beach, or stay aboard. Expect tea, light food, afternoon refreshments, drinks after snorkelling, and a sunset sail home.

“The crew were great and very helpful. A great option for those who are looking for a half day beach snorkelling activity.”

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5.Sunset Sailing Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 342 reviews · 1h 30m · from $66

Check in at 4:30pm at Sailaway Boathouse, then board a luxury catamaran for an easy evening sail along the Coral Sea and Daintree coast. You receive one beer, wine, champagne, or soft drink, plus hot and cold canapes. The cruise is hosted in English, with crews such as skipper Guy and team members George and Martie praised for friendly service.

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had the most amazing experience on the Sailaway sunset cruise in Port Douglas! The entire ride was incredibly smooth, super entertaining, and genuinely enjoyable from start to finish. The atmosphere was so relaxing — perfect views, great vibes, and such a peaceful way to end the day. Highly recommend this cruise to anyone visiting Port Douglas! 🌅✨”

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6.Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 251 reviews · from $190

Sail from Port Douglas aboard the 30-meter Wavedancer catamaran to Low Isles, where you can snorkel from the beach, join a marine biologist, ride a glass-bottom boat, and walk the island. The day includes equipment, lycra suits, buffet lunch, tea, and sparkling wine on the return cruise.

“Snorkeling from the beach was an absolute highlight. Being able to swim with fish, turtles etc was beyond amazing. Organisation was fantastic and we felt safe at all times. The staff were super friendly and the food was exceptional. Even though the weather wasn’t perfect the trip was brilliant right down to the trip home where we were serenaded by one of the staff and his guitar.”

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7.Shaolin Sunset Sail on Authentic Chinese Junk Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 243 reviews · from $63

Meet the crew at 44 Wharf Street for a 90-minute sunset sail aboard Shaolin, a well-kept Chinese junk that has reportedly circumnavigated the world twice. Enjoy one drink, shared yum cha, local commentary, and views of Port Douglas, the Daintree coast, islands, and mountains. In windy weather, the route may shift to the inlet.

“A lovely sojourn out on the water and met lovely Aussies Unfortunately it was cloudy so no spectacular sunset but otherwise a really nice trip”

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8.Sail to Low Isles Great Barrier Reef

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 216 reviews · 7 hours · from $187

Sail from Port Douglas aboard Quicksilver’s 30-meter Wavedancer catamaran to Low Isles. You’ll get reef talks, guided snorkeling, glass-bottom boat viewing, a beach walk, lunch, and time to relax. Turtles and reef sharks are possible sightings, while non-snorkelers can enjoy the island, boat, and coral views.

“Wonderful experience. Shame the reef is still recovering from the cyclone in dec 23, but amazing array of fish and wildlife… turtles, black tip reef sharks, etc Crew were lovely, friendly amd knowledgable. Facilities and equipment are clean and modern. Food is good quality, fresh amd abundant. Musical crew to sing us home was a big bonus!”

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9.Shaolin Seafood Lunch Sail, with Fresh Prawns

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 57 reviews · 1h 30m · from $59Best value

Spend 90 minutes aboard Shaolin, Port Douglas’s rare Chinese junk boat, with captain Rob or guides Jake and Rob. Enjoy a complimentary beer, wine, or soft drink, crocodile and barramundi spring rolls, then locally caught wild prawns with bread, lemon, and seafood sauce. Expect Daintree Mountain views, local stories, and a steep boarding point.

“Loved learn king about the history of Port Douglas. Had a great time.”

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