• Experience real adventure sailing and match race with our other boats
• Visit up to 4 snorkelling locations to check out the magnificent fringing reef around the Islands (all part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park)
• Enjoy bushwalks and hikes (with lookouts and stunning views)

Discover this legendary lot of tropical islands on the Great Barrier Reef with a hearty hands-on sailing expedition. Choose to learn the ropes, or relax while sunbaking and snorkelling, along with making new friends!

3 day 2 night sailing holidays are now on offer from Airlie Beach for up to 19 guests to explore the wonderful Great Barrier and the Whitsunday Islands.

Our tours are perfect for adventurous singles, couples and groups normally aged between 18-45. We have no age limit, however you must be ‘young at heart’, fit and able to move about a boat unassisted and understand the adventurous and social nature of our tours. Some under 18’s may be accepted on board by request.

We have just released our brand new sailing holiday itineraries to excite our guests. We now include an island visit to Hamilton Island or Long Island (weather permitting) and a day snorkelling on the outer Barrier Reef (we are the only liveaboard boat to offer this opportunity) to explore the pristine coral and abundant marine life. 

While discovering some of the most legendary paradise in existence on the Whitsundays, you’ve chosen to do it on a world famous Maxi Yacht! This renowned vessel has won esteemed races, such as the Sydney to Hobart, Bermuda Cup, and still competes during Hamilton Island Race Week each year.

So if you’re a sailing enthusiast, there’s simply no better boat in Airlie Beach to learn the ropes and hoist the sails!

And for those who seek relaxation in the sun, feel free to lounge on deck, dangle your feet in the sea, and let the islands drift by!

With a friendly and festive atmosphere, you’ll explore the stunning Whitsundays on the Great Barrier Reef by sailing on balmy winds to destinations like the famed Whitehaven Beach, and pristine Hook and Hayman Islands.

You’re welcome to trek through rainforest and explore dazzling lookouts, snorkel in a rainbow of coral, or simply frolic in the azure waves.

Our fun, attentive crew memebers will prepare scrumptious meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner to nourish your endeavors, and the nighttime’s are spent stargazing and sipping wine in good company.

Which is accompanied by the laughter and chatter of new friends on this once-in-a-lifetime journey.

Boat Layout:

Sample Itinerary

There is no set itinerary for this tour. Each trip will be planned around the weather conditions, tides and the groups desires. Below is a list of what we could offer and where we could go. Please note that we will always visit Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout, multiple snorkelling locations, bush-walk and of course do some sailing!

Sailing and match-racing between the Prosail maxi yachts

Up to 4 snorkel sites – we choose the best site and timings based on the weather and tides out of the following locations: Blue Pearl Bay – Cockatoo Point – Black Island – Langford Reef – Caves Cove – Butterfly Bay – Luncheon Bay – Manta Ray Bay – Mackerel Bay -Peters Bay – Saba Bay – Cateran Bay

Explore the North and possibly the South end of Whitehaven Beach, visiting two different lookouts (Hill Inlet Lookout & South Whitehaven Lookout)

Up to 2 bush-walks that range from 20 minutes to 3 hours from the following: The Cairn, Whitsunday Island – Whitsunday Peak, Whitsunday Island – Border Island – Chance Bay to South Whitehaven, Whitsunday Island – Chalkie’s Lookout, Haslewood Island – Hill Inlet Lookout, Whitsunday Island – Nara Inlet Trail, Hook Island – Hayman Island Track – Passage Peak, Hamilton Island – South Molle Island

Sunset beach hangs at 1 or 2 of the following: Langford Island Sand Spit – Scrubhen Beach, Hook Island – Chalkie’s Beach, Haslewood Island

In the evenings, chill on deck with our crew and your new mates, have a few drinks, stargaze and then let the calm water gently rock you to sleep.

This tour departs Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach at 10am and returns on the last day at approximately 3:30pm. Straight after your tour, keep the adventure alive and meet your crew and fellow passengers for a catch up at the after-party in Airlie Beach – we have a reserved table, drink discounts and meal deals!

Menu Onboard

Breakfast

Day 2: Bacon & eggs! Plus cereals, yoghurt, fruit salad & bread with a selection of spreads, all served with tea & coffee.

Day 3: Pancakes! Plus cereals, yoghurt, fruit salad & bread with a selection of spreads, all served with tea & coffee

Morning Snack

Day 1: Fresh fruit platter

Day 2 & 3: Tea, coffee & hot choclate served with fresh fruit & muffins or lamingtons

Lunch

Day 1: Bread rolls served with deli ham, cheese, and a selection of salad

Day 2: Chicken skewers served with a potato salad, Greek salad and stone-baked bread

Day 3: BBQ burgers served with bread rolls, cheese and a selection of salad

Afternoon snacks

Day 1: Platter with cheese, crudités, crackers & dips

Day 2: Cheesy nachos served with salsa, sour cream and sweet chilli

Day 3: Fruit platter

Dinner

Day 1: Roast chicken and stuffing served with creamy mashed potato, steamed vegetables, gravy and stone-baked bread

Day 2: Beef burritos – Build your own with tortillas, salad, sour cream, cheese and guacamole

Dessert

Day 1: Tea, coffee & hot chocolate served with chocolate fudge brownie

Day 2: Tea, coffee & hot chocolate with cheesecake

*We cater for most diet requirements at no extra cost. Please note that there is limited diet alternatives to our desserts (which include gluten and dairy). Please note that this menu is subject to change.

Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Airlie Beach

Departure Time

• Departs Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach at 10am. Returns to the same location on the third day at approximately 3:30pm.
• Meeting point for departure is at Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach (southern end)
• Please meet at 9:30am (30 minutes before your departure time of 10am) @ Coral Sea Marina, Southern End, MEETING POINT C, under the white umbrellas next to Whitsunday JetSki Tours.

Departure Instructions

Guests are asked to confirm their travel 48 hours before departure.

Destinations

• Whitehaven Beach
• There is no set itinerary for this tour. Each trip will be planned around the weather conditions, tides and the groups desires
• Hill Inlet Lookout
• Up to 4 snorkel sites – we choose the best site and timings based on the weather and tides out of the following locations: Blue Pearl Bay – Cockatoo Point – Black Island – Langford Reef – Caves Cove – Butterfly Bay – Luncheon Bay – Manta Ray Bay – Mackerel Bay -Peters Bay – Saba Bay – Cateran Bay
• Up to 2 bush-walks

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Departing on different days of the week, no set schedule

Duration

3 Day 2 Night

Fitness Level Required

Medium, Active

Additional Information

• Excess luggage can be stored at Airlie Beach Bag Storage at an extra charge
• Cruise is predominately suited to adventurous travellers
• Please advise tour operator of any food allergies upon booking. We cater for most diet requirements - vegetarian, vegan, lactose free and gluten free. Please chat to our office if diet requirements differ from these. Please note that there is no diet alternative to our desserts (which include gluten and dairy)
• It is recommended that guests have some swimming confidence in the water.
• While many guests travel from abroad, it is crucial travellers have a good understanding of English for safety briefs.
• This tour is not recommended for disabled passengers.
• Minimum 10 guests - Maximim 19 guests

• Small soft ZIPLESS bag with change of clothes for both days
• BYO alcohol (no glass or red wine please) cask wine is favourable.
• Swimmers, Beach towel, hat & suncream
• Camera
• Comfortable sandals or thongs for trekking at Whitehaven
• Jacket for the evening in cooler months (Australian winter).
• Toiletries and any perscription medication

Minimum age 18