Calypso Low Isles Half Day Tour - Afternoon
Departure Times
Departure Point: Crystalbrook Marina, Port Douglas
Pricing Options
Come and enjoy a cruise to the secluded Low Isles on this half day tour with Calypso Reef Cruises!
- Late departure and only a short 30 minute boat ride from Port Douglas
- Jump on a guided snorkel tour with all snorkel gear included
- Wander around the island on a guided tour and visit the historical lighthouse
- Don’t want to snorkel? See the reef from above on a glass bottom boat tour instead
If you’re short on time during your visit to Port Douglas and wanna visit a secluded tropical island, then a trip to the Low Isles on Calypso’s Half Day Afternoon Tour is the way to go! This afternoon tour gives you a later start to the day and allows you to choose your own adventure. See the historical lighthouse, join a guided nature walk around the island, jump on a glass-bottom boat or snorkel tour, or simply soak up the sun and relax on the beach!
Highlights
- Small group of only 23 guests per trip
- Half day tour with plenty of free time
- Spend the afternoon exploring the secluded Low Isles Island
- All snorkel gear included
- Choose your own adventure
- Jump on a glass bottom boat tour
- Take a guided nature walk around the island
- Visit the Lighthouse
- Join a guided snorkel tour
- Enjoy light afternoon refreshments
Important Information
- Please note: During the off peak season, tours to the Low Isles may reduce to one departure per day.
- In certain weather conditions, access to the island may not be possible. Please contact us for further information.
Sample Itinerary
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12:30pm - 1:00pm
Begin boarding the Calypso vessel.
1:00pm
Sit back and relax as you depart the marina for a cruise out to the Low Isles.
2:00pm - 4:30pm
Free time to explore the island and choose your own adventure. Jump on a glass bottom boat tour, join a guided snorkel tour, take a walk to see the historical lighthouse or simply swim off the beach, sunbathe and relax!
4:30pm - 4:45pm
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12:30pm - 1:00pm
Begin boarding the Calypso vessel.
1:00pm
Sit back and relax as you depart the marina for a cruise out to the Low Isles.
2:00pm - 4:30pm
Free time to explore the island and choose your own adventure. Jump on a glass bottom boat tour, join a guided snorkel tour, take a walk to see the historical lighthouse or simply swim off the beach, sunbathe and relax!
4:30pm - 4:45pm
Jump back on board the boat to begin the trip back to Port Douglas.
5:15pm
Arrive back into Port Douglas Marina just as the sun begins to set!
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What To Bring
- Day pack
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Change of clothes
- Warm pullover in winter months
- Credit card for extra purchases (Visa or Mastercard, cash not accepted)
What's Included
- Explore Low Isles Island
- Afternoon half day tour
- All snorkel gear including lycra suits
- Afternoon tea refreshments
- Guided snorkel tour
- Guided island walk
- Glass bottom boat tour
What's Extra
- Any extra on board purchases and optional activ...
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What To Bring
- Day pack
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Change of clothes
- Warm pullover in winter months
- Credit card for extra purchases (Visa or Mastercard, cash not accepted)
What's Included
- Explore Low Isles Island
- Afternoon half day tour
- All snorkel gear including lycra suits
- Afternoon tea refreshments
- Guided snorkel tour
- Guided island walk
- Glass bottom boat tour
What's Extra
- Any extra on board purchases and optional activities
Terms and Conditions
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Your Responsibilities:
Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Cairns Tours/Mr Travel and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.
It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers are correct.
It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and check-in agent before boarding of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.
You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time. Please refer to the specific tour page for full check-in instructions.
Prices/Extra Costs:
All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.
We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.
Travel Risk/Insurance:
It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances.
Transport
It should be noted that any transport you have booked (buses, flights and ferries) through Cairns Tours is non-refundable and non-transferable. It might be possible to change flights however do note this must be done directly with the flight operator and we are unable to offer any support with this. This may incur change fees or cancellation fees, it depends on the T+Cs of the flight operators themselves. As we acted as a booking agent for you, it is possible to liaise with the airline directly should there be any unexpected events and the airline is forced to cancel your flights. If there are any changes to your flight times or days, we will get notified and send this email directly to you in a reasonable time.
Merchant Fees:
Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.
Other:
Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) are subject to change. The most recent versions can be found online on the relevant product pages.
All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.
Transfers:
The Service Operator reserves the right to limit courtesy transfers to select local accommodations. Private residences or Airbnb properties may be asked to meet at the closest confirmed location. Failure to meet at the specified pick-up location may be treated as “No Show”, for which the Client Cancellation Policy applies. Not all tours offer transfers, please refer to the individual product to see if this is applicable to your tour.
Accountability/Misconduct:
All Service Operators have the right to provide client feedback and to cancel bookings based off of feedback from other Service Operators.
Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.
Cairns Tours/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.
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Open Date Vouchers / Gift Certificate:
Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value.
E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees.
You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.
Cancellations
Client Cancellations:
You can cancel or amend your tour to a different date (subject to availability) if you notify us 24 hours or more prior to travel. If you need to cancel or change dates within 24 hours of travel a 100% cancellation fee applies.
Cairns Tours is required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period. It is your responsibility to make sure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during standard business hours (9am-5pm), to allow us to contact the tour provider.
Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee.
It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to admin@mr-travel.com. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.
Supplier Cancellations:
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.
All add-on activities (including but not limited to scuba diving, stand-up paddleboarding, helmet diving, guided snorkel tours, banana boat rides and waterslides) are subject to availability and price changing, and may not be available during your tour without notice. Guests are not eligible for refunds on the grounds of non-operating extra activities.
In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Travel Shop retail outlet located in Cairns, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Cairns Tours/Mr Travel online department.
Refunds:
All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Cairns Tours/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.
Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.
You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.
Thank you for booking with our East-Coast travel experts here at Cairns Tours/ Mr Travel. If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is departure?
The afternoon tour to the Low Isles departs at 1pm. Please check in at 12:30pm!
Where do we check in?
Check in at the Crystalbrook Marina at 44 Wharf Street, Port Douglas for check-in at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.
Are transfers available?
Unfortunately, transfers are not available. Please make your own way to the marina!
How long does it take to cruise to the Low Isles?
Calypso takes approximately 30 minutes to travel to Low Isles from Port Douglas.
Can my dietary requirements be catered for?
Yes! Please let us know if you have an allergy at least 24 hours before your departure. If in doubt please contact us on 07 4222 7454.
How much free time do we have on the island?
You'll have around 2.5 hours of free time to snorkel, walk, swim, explore, join a glass bottom boat tour, or just relax!
Are there stingers in the ocean?
Marine stingers are in the waters around Port Douglas between November and May. Stinger suits will be provided so you can swim or snorkel safely!