Low Island Snorkelling Private Charter Aboard Authentic Chinese Junk Boat
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Low Island Snorkelling Private Charter Aboard Authentic Chinese Junk Boat
By Shaolin Port Douglas
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Ages 0-120
Duration: 7h 30m
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Live guide: English
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- Morning Tea
- Delicious buffet lunch
- Afternoon Tea
- Guided Snorkel tours with all snorkel provided
- Guided Island walk
- Start:
- Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, 44 Wharf St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, AustraliaMeet at Shaolin 15 before departure time, at Berth C23, Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, 44 Wharf St, Port Douglas. 4877.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 149819P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 149819P2
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- DeeSi0 contributionsRelaxing sunset sailGreat way to relax and enjoy the sunset on a junk boat with a lot of history. The captain Robbie and Taylah (?) were very friendly. The snacks were just enough. Would have been nice to stay out longer - 1.5hrs went by too fast!Written 2 January 2025
- Frequentflyer9900 contributionsBeautiful boatThis boat is beautiful and has an interesting history. Flynn and his crew were highly entertaining and informative. We had a wonderful time.Written 6 December 2024
- Candrneilson0 contributionsFabulousWe had a great time Wonderful Staff Jade was amazing, a fun night and great company. My husband and I just loved it. I would highly recommend this trip.Written 15 October 2024
- garycL6908DI0 contributionsLunch on the Shaolin is a must do.We both loved the Lunch Trip. Both the Staff were ripping people and informative and fun. A great day with lovely food and company and we both left with delightful memories of a most enjoyable couple of hours in a unique boat on a beautiful stretch of water. Highly recommended.Written 13 October 2024
- Melinda C0 contributionsAnother great experienceThis is our second time sailing on the Shaolin. It was fun, relaxed and very informative. The beer was cold and the snacks were just enoughWritten 30 September 2024
- CaroleD18680 contributionsWhat a pleasant couple of hours on the waterWe had a great afternoon on the Shaolin. Brae and the Captain were fantastic hosts - very informative, funny, great food and drinks, and a super relaxing trip on the water. Overall it was such a pleasant way to spend a couple of hours. Highly recommended.Written 11 September 2024
- annaiU6628VH0 contributionsReally fun informative experienceRob and Jade were really relaxed and friendly, with a great knowledge of the area. The weather wasn’t great so we didn’t go out to sea, as it was too rough or see a sunset, but it didn’t matter, we had a fantastic time. Sat out on the deck until the rain came. Complimentary drink and nice snacks were great. Saw 2 crocodiles going up the estuary. We would go on this again next time we’re here. Highly recommend.Written 5 September 2024
- joshuawP4830LU0 contributionsRelaxing peaceful sunset cruiseGreat experience. Local crew gave us info about where we travelled plus insight on important mangroves. Easy to book. No stress.Written 4 September 2024
- betsyb0050 contributionsGreat experience! Well worth it.This trip was great value for money, especially considering the price. Jade and Robbie (I think this was the captain's name!) were incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the ship and the surrounding area. Things were super choppy out at sea so we didn't stay out there for long and instead did a longer estuary cruise, which was equally informative. The finger food was great, basically an entree before going out for dinner afterwards, and they catered for vegetarians, and they took time to check on the people in our group who experience seasickness. We sat on cushions on the deck above the cabin. It was pretty cool walking along the outside edge of the ship to get to the cabin while we were sailing. The experience was great. So glad we took the chance to do this.Written 26 August 2024
- P4455DSbillf0 contributionsLunchtime CruiseBooked the sunset cruise but was cancelled as the only 2 who booked. We were offered the lunchtime cruise instead for no extra charge which was a nice touch. Cruise was enjoyable with really fresh prawns. Overall a very good experience.Written 7 August 2024
- Debra W0 contributionsRelaxingLovely very friendly crew. Enjoyed every minute of it! The skipper was very knowledgeable regarding the area of Port Douglas and we all enjoyed his stories!Written 29 July 2024
- 447pate0 contributionsUnique cruise around Port DouglasWe've just had the most relaxing yet interesting cruise on an authentic junk, which has an unbelievable history. The food was wonderful... barra and croc spring rolls followed by Tiger prawns......and the crew treated us like friends rather than customers.Written 26 June 2024
- B5883VPdianab0 contributionsSunset cruiseA wonderful experience, fantastic views . We took some great photos of the sunset, Friendly staff, nice choice of refreshments.A lovely family friendly trip. I would recommend this as a must do activity in Port Douglas.Written 22 June 2024
- Sidari140 contributions10/10 fabulousGreat value, Flynn the captain was excellent, food was terrific washed down for me with bubbles hubby with a great beer. So relaxingWritten 18 June 2024
- Mandyg B0 contributionsGreat value for money well worth a trip on this boatGreat friendly and welcoming staff. Fresh prawns great value for money.plenty of seating on top deck or below. Great views no matter where you are seated.Written 17 June 2024
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Lee M
1 contribution
Feb 2020
Best day of the holiday. Fortunate enough to have to ourselves which made it very personalised. Reefs absolutely spectacular. They have license to feed the fish so you will almost certainly see sharks. We also saw turtles and countless spectacular fish. The whole experience was at a relaxed pace. This was so much better, cheaper and way more value for quicksilver which is a very rushed operation with nor enough time to do all the activities and you don't get to see anywhere near as much at least if you're just snorkelling. Our guides Flynn and Connor were outstanding and helped make the experience more memorable and personalised. Overall there isn't one thing i can fault about Shaolin and would recommend it to anyone
Written 18 February 2020
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Scott J
Mackay4 contributions
Jan 2022 • Friends
What a brilliant experience and great day out! The Junk, built in 1969 is beautifully restored and kept, very comfortable and has everything you need for a day out on the bay!
From the moment we stepped on board, welcomed with fruit, muffins and drinks, we knew we'd made the right choice to sail out to Low Island.
The skipper and crew were fantastic as was the sumptuous lunch and information provided re the region and history..😁
Highly recommend sailing with Shoalin tours!
From the moment we stepped on board, welcomed with fruit, muffins and drinks, we knew we'd made the right choice to sail out to Low Island.
The skipper and crew were fantastic as was the sumptuous lunch and information provided re the region and history..😁
Highly recommend sailing with Shoalin tours!
Written 13 January 2022
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Thank you for your review and feedback. Happy to hear you enjoyed your day on Low Island.
Written 6 February 2022
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Ian A
Vergemont, Australia1 contribution
Apr 2021 • Couples
After several attempts and great communication from Kate, the skies clear and the sea calmed. Enough for us to venture with attention guides and an small intimate group to snorkel the warm waters of Low Isles. All needs where meet, equipment, comfortable shaded seating, plentiful good quality foods to nourish contented guests.
The island’s historic significance was treated with respect and knowledge. The reef was safe and beautiful ( a non swimmer also had a great experience with noodles and flippers too).
Massive clams, every variety and size of fish (being surrounded by bait fish), highlight, cruising with a graceful green turtle. The wait was worth it! Well done Shaolin!
The island’s historic significance was treated with respect and knowledge. The reef was safe and beautiful ( a non swimmer also had a great experience with noodles and flippers too).
Massive clams, every variety and size of fish (being surrounded by bait fish), highlight, cruising with a graceful green turtle. The wait was worth it! Well done Shaolin!
Written 22 April 2021
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I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed your experience with us!
Thank you so much.
Written 9 August 2021
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suz c
5 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
The best reef tour you can do, review from a local that has done many tours and i have been back to do this one twice and will be back again.
Don't take the big boats that blast u out to the reef and herd u around like sheep.
Take an adventure on a historic boat feel the wind in your hair and breathe the life it has lived on its travels.
The crew skipper Flin and Tayler were exceptional, every attention to detail is covered with a vast knowledge that they willing share to make the whole experience 10*
Don't take the big boats that blast u out to the reef and herd u around like sheep.
Take an adventure on a historic boat feel the wind in your hair and breathe the life it has lived on its travels.
The crew skipper Flin and Tayler were exceptional, every attention to detail is covered with a vast knowledge that they willing share to make the whole experience 10*
Written 10 October 2022
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mark
4 contributions
Fantastic day out on Shaolin for the Low Isles sail and snorkel trip. Nice spacious boat and we were lucky to be part of a small group of only 7. The boat itself has an incredible history, make sure to ask the skipper about it. Rob was an amazing skipper, very knowledgeable of the local area and provided great commentary and stories throughout the day! Special thanks to Dani for being an excellent host and making the snorkeling very enjoyable! Rob’s island walk on Low Isles was excellent and very informative. We were so impressed with Rob and Dani we booked onto the Lady Douglas river tour a few days later where we managed to see a saltwater crocodile in its natural habitat! Would recommend these guys to everyone! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Written 5 March 2023
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Thank you for your review and feedback on our Low Isles and Lady Douglas tours, many thanks. That's great you got to experience the different tours with us. Hope to see you back and maybe even try our Seafood lunch tour as well! Cheers!
Written 10 March 2023
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Rachel M
Adelaide, Australia4 contributions
July 2022 • Family
We had a day on the Shaolin visiting Low Isles on the last day of our Great Barrier Reef holiday. It was by far the best day we had! Rob was a wealth of knowledge and Floyd was a superb host both on the boat and in the water. It was a very personalised experience as there were only 13 of us onboard. We were well looked after and extremely well fed, my lunch onboard was nicer than some meals I’d had in the local restaurants! The reef area we were taken to was amazing! Very easy water to snorkel in, we saw an abundance of coral and marine life including a sea turtle and sharks! So happy we ended our holiday on the Shaolin and I highly recommend this company to anyone visiting Pt Douglas
Written 24 July 2022
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gabe001
Melbourne, Australia9 contributions
June 2022
From the moment we boarded the experience was amazing. Morning tea was waiting. Rob our skipper and Floyd the first mate made us feel so welcome chatting & telling us the history of the Shaolin Junk boat.
We chose Shaolin boat for it's uniqueness and also only took a max of 13 people , We were thankful we did as 120 people arrived on another boat later in the morning and looked like everyone was bumping into each other snorkeling) Thankfully we got to Low Isles before them and Floyd took us on a snorkeling tour and showed us so much marine life. We were only in the water for seconds before he showed us turtles.
Food/ snacks on beach then off on a island tour with Rob who loves a chat and gave us the history of the island.
More snorkeling then time to head back for lunch, Rob asked if we wanted to be dropped off at a Bommie to spot Nemo (which we saw) on the way back to boat .We then swam with black tip reef sharks back at the boat. Amazing lunch then headed home.
I highly recommend going to Low Isle's on the Shaolin Junk for an awesome day out.
We chose Shaolin boat for it's uniqueness and also only took a max of 13 people , We were thankful we did as 120 people arrived on another boat later in the morning and looked like everyone was bumping into each other snorkeling) Thankfully we got to Low Isles before them and Floyd took us on a snorkeling tour and showed us so much marine life. We were only in the water for seconds before he showed us turtles.
Food/ snacks on beach then off on a island tour with Rob who loves a chat and gave us the history of the island.
More snorkeling then time to head back for lunch, Rob asked if we wanted to be dropped off at a Bommie to spot Nemo (which we saw) on the way back to boat .We then swam with black tip reef sharks back at the boat. Amazing lunch then headed home.
I highly recommend going to Low Isle's on the Shaolin Junk for an awesome day out.
Written 26 June 2022
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kat
Melbourne, Australia2 contributions
As a family of 6 very opinionated adults (all over the age of 23) we were soooo happy with this experience.
Flynn and Connor were so welcoming and friendly from the get go. Informing us on the historical and contextual elements of the historical boat, the island and marine life. They made the experience feel like we were on a boat cruise with our mates.
The snorkelling was amazing and well guided by Connor who would lead us to incredible spots and explain various fun facts about what we were seeing.
My sister-in-law was a little nervous to snorkel and they made her feel super comfortable and were very empathetic towards her.
I myself have also taken part in the same snorkelling experience to Low Isle with a different charter company and can definitely pin point the differences. The Shaolin Charter is outstanding in comparison.
I would HIGHLY recommend this experience to any/everyone!!!
Thanks for such a great highlight towards our trip in Port Douglas!
Flynn and Connor were so welcoming and friendly from the get go. Informing us on the historical and contextual elements of the historical boat, the island and marine life. They made the experience feel like we were on a boat cruise with our mates.
The snorkelling was amazing and well guided by Connor who would lead us to incredible spots and explain various fun facts about what we were seeing.
My sister-in-law was a little nervous to snorkel and they made her feel super comfortable and were very empathetic towards her.
I myself have also taken part in the same snorkelling experience to Low Isle with a different charter company and can definitely pin point the differences. The Shaolin Charter is outstanding in comparison.
I would HIGHLY recommend this experience to any/everyone!!!
Thanks for such a great highlight towards our trip in Port Douglas!
Written 7 January 2020
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debdood
melbourne33 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
We went on the Low Isle snorkel and I can't recommend the crew enough.
They were wonderfully helpful and as my husband is not confident in the water, Taylor who led the snorkelling tour kept a close eye on him. She was helpful with the equipment and very knowledgeable about all things reef related.
I was worried about climbing on and off but again help was at hand with instructions. You do have to be slightly agile, but definitely not young and fit.
The food was generous and delicious and the drinks were icy cold, which is exactly what you need after a couple of hours snorkelling.
They were wonderfully helpful and as my husband is not confident in the water, Taylor who led the snorkelling tour kept a close eye on him. She was helpful with the equipment and very knowledgeable about all things reef related.
I was worried about climbing on and off but again help was at hand with instructions. You do have to be slightly agile, but definitely not young and fit.
The food was generous and delicious and the drinks were icy cold, which is exactly what you need after a couple of hours snorkelling.
Written 25 March 2021
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Julz MD
2 contributions
Nov 2020
Awesome experience. All crew were invested in making sure our experience was a memorable one. Saw so may turtles, exotic fish, beautiful corals, gigantic clams etc.
Tour of island, staff very knowledgeable of all history of the Island and all marine life.
Smorgasbord lunch was a delicious spread, plenty of prawns and food to go around. Love the small group size (max 15), so much more personal. Have done snorkeling trips here many times in the past. But would never chooses a different charter company again. Would use this family company on all my future trips amd would recommend them to everyone. Don't be just another number on a boat, be known by your name.
Tour of island, staff very knowledgeable of all history of the Island and all marine life.
Smorgasbord lunch was a delicious spread, plenty of prawns and food to go around. Love the small group size (max 15), so much more personal. Have done snorkeling trips here many times in the past. But would never chooses a different charter company again. Would use this family company on all my future trips amd would recommend them to everyone. Don't be just another number on a boat, be known by your name.
Written 5 November 2020
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Im looking at booking this for a group of 4. Im confused about pricing and booking. Do i just book for 1 person? Which books my group? And is the price listed per person in group or the total for group?
Written 16 February 2023
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