• Join the skipper and learn to sail a sleek championship racing yacht on the world famous Great Barrier Reef in Australia.
• We only accommodate 8 guests on our shared Townsville sunset sailing tours to ensure a highly personalised experience and to ensure the comfort of all guests.
• Departing from the city of Townsville for a 2 hours sunset cruise on the Great Barrier Reef to see Magnetic Island in the distance.

From Townsville enjoy a sunset cruise across the waters of the Great Barrier Reef and watch the sunset around Magnetic Island over a 2 hour period. Sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery whilst sipping a cool drink and enjoying a snack, this is paradise in Australia.

What to Expect

When visiting Townsville you simply have to take some sort of trip on a boat across the waters of the Great Barrier Reef and our 2 hour sunset cruise tour from Townsville just may be the perfect option for you and your family or loved one’s. Our yacht carries a maximum of only 8 guests although we are surveyed to carry 22 we prefer to keep our Great Barrier Reef sailing tours small and personalised for a more enjoyable experience for everyone. Discover the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef waters and the charm of Magnetic Island on a serene sunset cruise departing from Townsville. This two-hour sailing adventure offers a perfect way to relax and take in the stunning scenery as the sun sets, painting the sky with brilliant colours.

Features and Highlights

Intimate Sunset Cruise Sailing Experience

• Small Group: Our yacht is designed to carry a maximum of 8 guests, ensuring a personalized and comfortable sunset cruise experience. Though we are surveyed to carry 22 passengers, we limit the number for a more intimate setting.

Sunset Cruise

• Duration: Enjoy 2 hours on the water, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
• BYO Drinks and Snacks: Bring your own beverages and nibbles in a small cooler bag or esky to enjoy during the cruise.

Sailing Adventure

• Interactive Sailing: Upon departure at 4:30 PM from the marina, guests are invited to assist in setting the sails and learning about sail handling. The skipper will provide instructions for those interested in participating.
• Scenic Route: Sail towards the picturesque Magnetic Island, where you can watch as the sky transforms into a palette of colours, reflecting beautifully on the ocean's surface.

Experience the tranquillity and natural beauty of a Townsville sunset from the deck of our comfortable yacht, making it a memorable part of your visit to this stunning region.

See here for more sunset cruises in Townsville and Magnetic Island. Interested in snorkelling tours on Magnetic Island? 

Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Townsville city

Departure Time

4:30pm

Destinations

Magnetic Island

Months of Operation

April - January

Days of Operation

Daily

Closed Christmas Day
This tour operates for private charters only during February - March depending on weather

Duration

4.30pm – 6.30pm

Fitness Level Required

Low

• Flat shoes
• Jacket in cooler months