Three Day Island Sailing Cruise of The Whitsundays
Enjoy a 3 Day Sailing Trip from Airlie Beach, Explore The Great Barrier Reef, and Learn to Snorkel
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- • Whitsundays 3 Day Sailing Tour
- • 2-Night Trip with Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling
- • Sail to Unspoiled Paradise Beaches on a Yacht
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Whitsundays Experience Gifts: Cruise around the idyllic Whitsunday Islands on a stunning 73ft Hammer Yacht during a Three-Day Sailing Experience from Airlie Beach.
This incredible three-day, two-night sailing tour of the Whitsundays is the bucket list item that dreams are made of. Not only will you get to explore the spectacular scenery of this slice of paradise, but you'll also enjoy snorkelling, bushwalking and even yacht racing for a trip you will simply never forget. Boarding a beautiful 73-foot Hammer Yacht with enough room for 18 guests, you’ll depart Airlie Beach for three heavenly days of sailing, activities and delicious meals prepared by your dedicated crew. Explore famous Whitsunday beaches and lookouts, snorkel over the Great Barrier Reef and hike through picturesque landscapes. Spend your evenings on utopian beaches watching the sunset or on deck stargazing with a drink in hand. This sublime three day sailing adventure in the glorious Whitsundays is a once in a lifetime experience you will treasure the memories of forever.
A Three Day Whitsundays Sailing Tour would make a wonderful activity for couples celebrating a special occasion, or an incredibly generous experience gift for loved ones.
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Experience Overview:
Three Day Island Sailing Cruise Of The WhitsundaysThis experience is a 3 day and 2 night sailing adventure around the magical Whitsunday Islands onboard maxi yacht 'Hammer'.
Highlights
- Experience real adventure sailing
- Spend up to 5 hours at Whitehaven Beach & visit Hill Inlet Lookout
- Visit up to 4 snorkelling locations to check out the magnificent fringing reef around the Islands (all part of the Great Barrier Reef Marina Park)
- Enjoy bush-walks and hikes (with lookouts and stunning views)
- Enjoy standout delicious meals made by the crew who are fun, experienced and welcome you.
- Extra comforts like rain & sun shades, hot showers, hammocks, USB charging stations, thicker snorkel/swimming suits in the cooler months
- One of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly ways to explore the Whitsunday Islands!
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Inclusions
- USB charging stations, sun and rain shades, hot showers & mats to stargaze and sleep on deck if you wish
- All Marine Park fees
- Comfy bed, pillow & bed linen
- Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel & suit – we provide thicker suits in the winter months)
- Tea, coffee, hot chocolate & filtered water (BYO alcohol & other beverages)
- Daily breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon snacks, dinner & dessert while on the charter
- Three experienced and fun crew (a skipper and two deckhands/hosts)
Accommodation is a shared in dormitory style cabins/sections below deck. Tours will run with a maximum of 18 guests. This tour will be on-board maxi yacht Hammer.
Example 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 could be offered and where you could go. Please note that the following sites are always part of the visit Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout, multiple snorkelling locations, bush-walk and of course do some sailing!
Up to 4 snorkel sites - the best site and timings based on the weather and tides are picked just for you (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 both 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 ranging from 20 minutes to 3 hours (The Cairn, Whitsunday Peak, Border Island, Chance Bay to South Whitehaven, Chalkie’s Lookout, Hill Inlet Lookout, Nara Inlet Trail, Hayman Island Track, Passage Peak, South Molle Island)
Sunset beach hangs (Langford Island Sand Spit, Scrubhen Beach, Chalkie’s Beach)
In the evenings, chill on deck with the crew and your new mates, have a few drinks, stargaze and then let the calm water gently rock you to sleep.
Example Menu
This experience can cater most diet requirements - please inform the supplier of any diet requirements at time of booking. Please note that this menu can change due to diet requirements, availability of ingredients etc.
Day 1
Morning Snack - Fresh fruit platter
Lunch - Bread rolls served with deli ham, cheese, and a selection of salad
Afternoon Snack - Sunset platter with cheese, crudités, crackers & dips
Dinner - Roast chicken and stuffing served with creamy mashed potato, steamed vegetables, gravy and stone-baked bread
Evening - Tea, coffee & hot chocolate served with chocolate fudge brownie
Day 2
Breakfast - Selection of cereals, yoghurt, fruit salad & bread with a selection of spreads, all served with tea & coffee
Morning Snack - Tea, coffee & hot chocolate served with fresh fruit & muffins
Lunch - Chicken skewers served with a Mediterranean pasta salad, Greek salad and stone-baked bread
Afternoon Snack - Cheesy nachos served with salsa, sour cream and sweet chilli
Dinner - Beef burritos – Build your own with tortillas, salad, sour cream, cheese and guacamole
Evening - Tea, coffee & hot chocolate with cheesecake
Day 3
Breakfast – Pancakes, selection of cereals, yoghurt, fruit salad & toast with a selection of spreads, all served with tea & coffee
Morning Snack - Tea, coffee & hot chocolate served with fresh fruit & lamingtons
Lunch - BBQ burgers served with bread rolls, cheese and a selection of salad
Afternoon Snack – Fruit platter
What to bring
Small lightweight bags – no suitcases please. You can store luggage at the Adventures shop nearby for a small fee if needed.
Enough clothes for the duration of your charter, comfortable footwear for bush-walks, swimwear, towel(s), hat, sunscreen, drink bottle (filtered water tap on each boat is provided), something warm (for the winter months) and a light jacket can come in handy (even in the summer months)
Bring Your Own (BYO) alcohol – no glass or red wine please! Big eskies with ice to store your drinks in are available. Cans of soft drinks and bottled water on-board are purchasable.
Camera, GoPro, phone (mainly just for photos as you won't get much reception out there).
Your unique self and sense of adventure!
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 30 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
All gift certificate sales are final and not refundable. Gift certificates can only be exchanged prior to redemption.
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Prosail Whitsundays
Prosail Whitsundays run unique 4 day/3 night & 3 day/2 night sailing adventures around the magical Whitsunday Islands onboard maxi yachts Condor, Broomstick and Hammer. By day visit the famous Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet lookout, multiple snorkelling locations (including the outer great barrier reef on the 4 day option) and bush-walks while in-between experiencing real adventure sailing on ex-race boats. In the evenings, watch the sunset from the beach then stargaze on deck while hanging with your new mates. Enjoy standout delicious meals made by the crew who are fun, experienced and welcome you into the Prosail family.
These longer tours open up a whole new experience to guests, giving us the time to access not only the hot spots, but also the hidden gems of the Whitsundays. Take your time, see more, do more and enjoy this once in a lifetime tour with Prosail.
The Prosail Whitsundays fleet consists of our three maxi yachts - Broomstick, Condor and Hammer.
Prosail Whitsundays also run skippered, crewed and catered private group charters. Book the entire boat out just for you and your group! Please contact us for more information.
Product SKU: AU-0818-0003
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Whitsundays 3 Day Sailing Excursion
QLD
people
1 participant
- • Whitsundays 3 Day Sailing Tour
- • 2-Night Trip with Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling
- • Sail to Unspoiled Paradise Beaches on a Yacht
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