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On Saturday my partner and I had the most wonderful day on Sailaway IV, sailing over to Low Isles.  On the drive up to Port Douglas we were very excited as we had followed the regular updates on this boats maiden journey from Bordeaux France to

On arrival at the marina we were greeted by our friendly crew Alex, Jane and Leah.  We knew we were going to be in for a magic day as the boat was gleaming, all shiny and new.  The small group of around 33 (which is the maximum amount of people this boat takes out) were all ready to go.  So after a cuppa some cookies and an introduction to what our day’s itinerary would be it was time to set sail!

The weather was perfect with only a 10 to 15 knot wind this made our journey of just over 1 hour, both relaxing and smooth and with a couple of tunes playing in the background this was the perfect start to our day.  On arrival at Low isles we were give a snorkel briefing and all our equipment, then it was off over on the glass bottom boat over to the island.  Low Isles is a very small picturesque beautiful island (actually me favourite island).  On arrival we claimed a bure which are doted along the beach for sun protection, then prepared to discover the waters of Low Isles.

It had been a bit windy the days prior to Saturday so visibility was not as clear as it had been on previous days however this still did not stop us from seeing around four green turtles, two giant clams and of course the very inquisitive bat fish and all the coral.  As Sailaway IV is the first boat to arrive at Low Isles there is always and excellent chance of seeing turtles as they have not been disturbed.

After a snorkel it was then time to check out the island by the island heritage walk which is marked with interesting facts on boards leading you to the lighthouse which was built in 1878.  After the walk we headed back to relax under our bure before heading back to the boat for lunch.  Lunch was an excellent cold buffet with prawns, tandoori chicken, cold meats and an assortment of delicious salads and fruit.  Whilst your having lunch don’t forget to save those prawn heads and shells as after lunch its fish feeding and time to check out the frenzy as the fish try and out swim each other to get a feed.  This is a great time to jump back in the water and get right in the middle of there frenzy as they dart towards you.

Well its now time to head back to port

This was truly a magnificent day that we both will not forget!

Tammy

The Tour Specialists

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