Environmental Commitment
We Are An Advanced Eco Tourism Operator
Environmental responsibility lies at the heart of Sailaway. As a leading tourism operator on the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef, we are committed to protecting this extraordinary marine environment for future generations.
Recognised for our commitment to sustainable tourism, Sailaway holds Advanced Ecotourism Accreditation and is a Climate Action Leader. Our accredited experiences include Full Day Low Isles, Afternoon & Sunset Low Isles, Sunset Sail, and Full Day Outer Reef.
From our low-impact electric tender to expert-guided snorkelling and reef education, we are committed to treading lightly while inspiring a deeper appreciation for the Reef and its natural wonders.
E-Tender Glass Bottom Boats
Sailaway is proud to be an environmental leader in reef tourism, known for innovation and setting the standard in sustainable practices. Continuing our commitment to renewable energy, we operate the world’s only 100% solar-powered E Tender Glass Bottom Boats – designed to deliver exceptional, interactive nature experiences with minimal environmental impact.
Powered by cutting-edge Torqeedo electric propulsion from Germany, and drawing energy from both sun and wind, the E Tenders support immersive marine biology talks and reef interpretation without a drop of fuel.
Coral Nurture Program
Sailaway is one of five Marine Tourism Operators participating in the Coral Nurture Program. This is a new approach for the Great Barrier Reef that is initiated by a partnership between tourism and science. A core objective of this program is to introduce coral planting into localised stewardship and adaptation. This is to help ensure sustainable reef ecotourism and promote education on the major threats to coral reefs and possible solutions. This involves out-planting corals in order to boost live coral cover at reefs that have experienced a fall in cover and also helps ensure reef sites with existing high coral cover that are economically valuable stay healthy. This program is funded through the Australian and Queensland Government Coral Abundance Challenge.
A core objective of this program is to introduce coral planting into localised stewardship and adaptation. This is to help ensure sustainable reef ecotourism and promote education on the major threats to coral reefs and possible solutions, which involve the whole community.
Recycle & Reuse
Sailaway is fully committed to reducing single use plastic on board our vessels. We avoid selling thousands of bottled water each year by providing chilled drinking water fresh from Mossman Gorge for visitors to enjoy on board. Sailaway is active by recycling the glass bottles and cans purchased on board by collecting and returning to the recycle centre in Port Douglas. For every bottle or can returned we receive 10 cents. This fund is then donated to the Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre which is a voluntary non-profit organisation dedicated to the rehabilitation of sick and injured turtles.
