Low Isles Afternoon Cruise
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Looking to visit the Great Barrier Reef but are short on time? This half day cruise is a great option for visitors to explore the Low Isles of the Great Barrier Reef. Departing from Port Douglas at 1.15pm, enjoy a scenic 30 minute journey out to the unique isles surrounded by a calm water reef lagoon. Enjoy two and half hours of free time to snorkel the reef lagoon and wander the sandy tracks of the island. Discover the famous coral and tropical fish of the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy the views of the Great Barrier Reef without getting wet on the glass bottom boat and on short walks around the island. View the historic lighthouse, weather stations and bird life that can be found here.
All necessary equipment is available on board including lycra suits, snorkel gear, floatation devices and prescription masks to snorkel this reef lagoon. Passengers will enjoy refreshing fruit with tea and coffee throughout the afternoon cruise before returning back to Port Douglas at 5.15pm. This Low Isles cruise is the perfect addition to any Port Douglas itinerary. Begin your Great Barrier Reef adventure online today!
Location
What you need to know
- Please note seasonal rates apply
- PEAK SEASON DATES: 5th April - 24th April 2025; 5th July - 10th October 2025; 20th December 2025 - 18th January 2026
- OFF PEAK SEASON DATES: 1st April - 4th April 2025; 25th April - 4th July 2025; 11th October - 19th December 2025; 19th January until 31st March 2026
- Half day cruise to Low Isles
- Guided snorkel tour
- All snorkelling equipment
- Fruit, tea and coffee
- Lycra suits, flotation devices and prescription masks
- Environmental Management Charge
- Hotel transfers
- Lunch
- Explore the reef and its inhabitants without the crowds
- Comfortable spacious vessel
- Only a maximum of 23 guests per tour
- Guided snorkel tour
- Fruit, tea and coffee provided
- Afternoon tours depart the Reef Marina, Port Douglas at 1.15pm and return at 5.15pm. Boarding commences at 1pm
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Credit card for extra purchases
- Please note - We'd like to advise that the reef displays some damage from Cyclone Jasper at the Low Isles plus some freshwater bleaching due to the flooding at the same time as Jasper. There is still coral, plenty of marine life to see as well as still being able to relax on the Island
- This vessel is cash free, sorry for any inconvenience. Please see crew on board should you wish to make a purchase and not have electronic payment available
- A cancellation fee of 100% will apply if less than 24 hours notice is given prior to departure.
- Some services may be cancelled or modified as a result of weather/tidal conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.
- In the rare event that Calypso Reef Cruises needs to cancel, the guest will be provided with an alternate day or travel, offered another Reef Unlimited product, or a full refund will be provided.
- Calypso Reef Cruises also has the right to cancel a booking if the pricing is not accurately represented.
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the tour
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this experience
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
Recent reviews
Best day
Best day! Intimate experience with only 10 guests and 3 Calypso staff members on the entire island/low isles reef. Island is gorgeous, very picturesque and quiet. Snorkelling was fun. The boat was clean and comfortable. Staff members were lovely, friendly and there to ensure we had fun but also safe. Got to swim with baby sharks, turtles and fish!
The cruise was very rushed and expansive for what we received
The cruise was very rushed and expansive for what we received. The tour guides seemed to have limited knowledge of the island, reef and Australia generally. Nice scenery, but disappointed when we arrived to snorkel as the island as it was overrun with tourists.
