• Small group fully crewed Whitsunday sailing holiday on the Great Barrier Reef, departing from Airlie Beach. 
• On your Airlie Beach 2 day and 2 night sail and snorkel tour you will visit pristine reefs and get up close and personal with an array of unique marine life on the Great Barrier Reef.
• Whitehaven Beach! You simply cannot pass up snapping a selfie on the pure white sands and turquoise bay belonging to one of the top five beaches in the world.
• Enjoy gourmet chef prepared cuisine onboard your luxury yacht on your adults only Great Barrier Reef tour around the Whitsunday Islands. 
• View the wonder of the Great Barrier Reef from a unique transparent kayak as you paddle your way around the islands

Set sail on a Whitsunday holiday cruise from Airlie Beach. Enjoy two magical days and nights as you explore the azure bays and gleaming white sands of famed beach and island locations, including Whitehaven Beach, Hayman and Bali Hai Islands.

From the breathtaking beauty of the Whitsundays to the culinary delights prepared by your personal chef, this two-day, two-night friends and families sailing holiday on the Great Barrier Reef is the ultimate luxury tropical adventure.

Departing from Airlie Beach your catamaran will sail you through azure waters to famed beach and island locations such as Whitehaven Beach, Hayman Island and Bali Hai Island.

With an attentive crew catering to every need of the 12 passengers this luxury Whitsundays cruise is all about you, your partner and good friends!

Accommodation

Private Double Cabin for two

Private Triple Cabin for three

Shared single beds in share area

Choose to spend your days snorkelling the coral gardens of the Great Barrier Reef, kayaking on glimmering shores, or simply frolicking in the shallows at each world-renowned bay you’ll encounter.

The snorkelling equipment is top quality, and your two-passenger kayak is a transparent wonder, imported specially from California.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack times are as much a revelation as the paradise islands, with an onboard chef preparing culinary sensations for each meal.

Night times are spent sipping wine, making new friends and listening to ambient music, or relaxing in a hot tub while you watch the sunset over the Whitsunday Islands.

This is the perfect Whitsundays liveaboard sailing tour for you to see the Great Barrier Reef in style and luxury. 

Sail Aboard On A Yachting Holiday in the Whitsundays

Your floating home for the next few days on the Great Barrier Reef is a vessel designed with space and comfort in mind.

This catamaran is simply the best way to explore the coves, bays and crystal waters of the Whitsundays.

With a spacious saloon and broad decks, you can choose inside dining or al fresco style with each culinary masterpiece.

And the bunk or private sleeping quarters make for the most comfortable rest after a day of snorkelling, kayaking, paddle boarding or lazing in the shallows.

Your yacht is perfect for cruising the Whitsunday islands, and for those with a keen interest in sailing, you’ll be welcomed to help the crew with hoisting the sails and even take a turn at the helm!

If relaxation is more your style, simply sit back and watch the beauty drift by; perhaps in the heated spa during a dazzling sunset.

With gems like Blue Pearl Bay, Bali Hai, Hook Island and Langford Reef, you’ve pretty much uncovered the treasure chest of the Great Barrier Reef.

The coral kingdoms located around the Whitsundays are exceptional in their quality and vivid rainbow of colour, not to mention the mesmerizing formations.

Your expert and helpful crew will share some snorkelling tips before you skim the waves, and your vessel boasts a step from the back of the boat straight into the balmy fathoms with zero difficulty.

Once amidst the flowery coral gardens and branching forests, the possibilities are endless.

Any given moment could produce a sea turtle, lagoon ray or even a dolphin.

And every single day, without fail, there will be the presence of Angels, Parrots, Damsels, starfish and giant clams in a startling array of yellows, greens, purples and every dreamy blue imaginable.

With its pure fine white sand and azure bay, Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island deserves its esteemed crown as one of the top five most beautiful beaches on our entire planet.

The shimmering white sand is 98 per cent pure silica, and if you gather a handful and exfoliate your jewellery in it, the grains will produce a dazzling sheen on your precious metal.

You’ll also enjoy walking barefoot on this sublime beach in the heat of the day as, unlike regular sand, the silica sand on Whitehaven Beach doesn’t retain heat.

Hill Inlet, located at the northern end of the beach, is an absolute must see.

Take a short walk up the hill to the lookout at Tongue Point for breathtaking views of the blended white and blue hues of the inlet.

See more luxury liveaboard sailing tours in the Whitsunday Islands on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.

Catamaran Features

• Only 12 passengers on board a spacious sail and motor vessel 
• A comfortable spacious sailing catamaran
• Heated foredeck spa bath
• Stand-up paddleboards
• Double passenger kayaks
• Quality snorkelling gear and wetsuit hire included 
• Aft underwater blue lights, great for attracting marine life
• Sumptuous meals freshly made using locally sourced produce
• Quality linen and bath towels included for each guest
• Morning and afternoon snacks, tea and coffee
• BYO alcohol

Boat Accommodation

• Shared accom - single beds in shared area
• Private double cabin - one double bed in a private cabin for two people to share
• Private triple cabin - one double bed and a single bunk bed above in a private cabin for three people to share

See more fully crewed Airlie Beach and Whitsunday sailing holidays for snorkeling and scuba diving. 

Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Airlie Beach

Departure Time

2.30pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays

Departure Instructions

Please check in at head office in Main Street in Airlie Beach by 11.00am. After check in, most guests take a 15-minute walk to the harbour for photo opportunities. Your tour operator can arrange transfers, or local shuttles and taxis are available for a small fee.

Destinations

• Hayman Island
• Hook Island
• Whitsunday Island
• Depending on weather conditions, destinations will include Whitehaven Beach at Whitsunday Island, Hook Island, Blue Pearl Bay on Hayman Island, Nara Inlet, Bali Hai Island, and Langford Reef.

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Duration

2 full days and nights. Half day cruise and 2 hours reef time on 3rd day return journey.

Fitness Level Required

Medium

Additional Information

• Excess luggage can be stored at head office or locker shop on The Esplanade.
• Departures and itineraries are subject to weather conditions. Since this is an extremely popular tour, groups of more than 6 guests are recommended to book 6-12 months in advance.
• Please advise our tour specialist of any food allergies upon booking.
• Guests must be able to speak English and swim.
• This tour is not recommended for disabled passengers.

Eco Certifications

• Small soft bag with change of clothes for both days (no suitcases please)
• Sunglasses & Hat
• Sunscreen
• Swimming costume & Beach towel
• Camera (charged)
• BYO alcohol (no glass or red wine please) cask wine is favourable
• Jacket for the evening in cooler months (Australian winter)
• Comfortable sandals or thongs for trekking at Whitehaven

Minimum age 3

• Extended / Overnight Tour Cancellations
• • Cancellations from 30 to 60 days of departure will result in a loss of 25% of the ticket price.
• • 14 to 30 days before departure, loss of 50% of the ticket price.
• • 14 days to departure will result in forfeit of full trip fees.