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Set sail around the beautiful Whitsundays on a 105 year old expertly restored sailing ship, to experience the islands and the Great Barrier Reef in a totally relaxed manner. Get involved in the hoisting the sail, sit and watch the horizon in the bow net, hike the islands and snorkel in the crystal clear waters.
Please note: The trip consists of two 3-day trips back to back. You will return to the Marina to re-fuel and pick up/drop off passengers. The skipper will do their best to vary the destinations in each trip but please be aware that each trip will depend on the weather and conditions and on occasions and some popular islands/routes may be re-visited.
Scuba Diving
If you would like to take part in any scuba diving, you will be able to through a company that we will meet up with during the trip. You do not need to have a diving qualification, as the company is able to take you on 25 to 30 minute introductory dives. Locations will include Fringing Coral Reefs off Hayman or Hook Islands.
Please Note: We cannot guarantee that diving will be available due to occasional strong winds or bad weather. Any dives taken will be at your own risk.
Snorkelling
You will have plenty of time and opportunity to don a mask and snorkel and get out exploring the underwater wonderland. The ships crew will give you any advice you may need, and will also keep an eye out for you to make sure that all guests are safe whilst they are snorkelling. All snorkelling areas are calm, sheltered and reasonably shallow as they are close to the beach. You will spot a large variety of tropical marine life.
Mask and snorkels will be provided on board but for those who need a prescription lens, these can be hired at a local dive store.
Project Support
Throughout your sailing trip you will have the support and guidance of the crew on board. You will be provided with competent assistance and help with any questions or advice you may need during your stay. In addition you will have access to a 24 hour emergency contact number so you con contact one of our UK staff at any time should you need to.
Project Orientation
You will need to arrive at the office in Airlie Beach in plenty of time so you are able to attend a pre-tour briefing before boarding and setting sail.
Accommodation and Meals
You will be staying in comfortable, air-conditioned cabin accommodation on board the ship, with comfortable beds and separate female and male bathrooms with toilets and hot showers. You have a choice between a multi-share cabin and a double/twin cabin and the price will vary accordingly.
If you need accommodation pre or post trip, we are able to offer you this for an additional cost. The accommodation will be in an Airlie Beach backpacker’s hostel, so you can make sure you get to the dock on time!
Your meals will be freshly prepared for you onboard, for you to enjoy in the open-air restaurant, so you can make the most of the spectacular views over the islands. After your meal, you will be able to enjoy a cold drink from the ship’s fully covered Bar area. An example of a day’s menu:
- Continental breakfast
- Morning tea – fruit cake, tea and coffee
- Lunch – Quiche, bread, pasta, salads
- Mid afternoon – fresh tropical fruit
- Pre-dinner snacks – Nachos, dips, cheese and crackers
- Dinner – Chicken cooked on the BBQ, rice, salad and bread
- Dessert – Fruit and ice cream
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