Book your whitsundays tours and activities to whitehaven beach and. A longtime favourite with travellers, sailors, families and naturelovers, airlie makes it easy to change down a gear and slip into holiday mode the kind of place where you come for a day and stay for a week. Cruise whitsundays 3 island guided tour whitsundays day. The 100 magic miles by david colfelt provides detailed plans of all anchorages, aerial photos of the islands, information on resort facilities along with weather and marine park information.
Jan 09, 2018 cumberland charter yachts can book and arrange your airport transfers or perhaps a nice meal at either sorentos or hemingways restaurants at abell point marina. Tick off your bucket list with a deluxe trip onboard whitsunday bliss. The deep sides of the inlet offer protection from most winds and there are stunning waterfalls and hikes to be enjoyed at the northern end. Following further advice received, together with several new restrictions initiated by various governments including some states closing their borders and others seeking to restrict nonessential travel and activities, we. This new ninth edition comprehensively covers the queensland coast in eight coastal notes sections from point danger to cape york, with new sections on the gulf, nt coast and coral sea reefs in detail with text, maps, photos, interesting facts, and historical information. Swim with sea turtles and rainbowcoloured fish, sail the clear waters of the great barrier reef and sink your toes into the worlds most beautiful beach on a tropical whitsundays holiday. Tourism whitsundays, queensland australia, whitsundays. Sunsail whitsundays operates a fleet of yachts and catamarans from their private jetty in shute harbour.
Go swimming, snorkeling, or just laze on the sand at whitehaven beach, then cruise on over for sightseeing on a selfguided tour, with lunch at a waterfront restaurant on hamilton island. Whitsunday escape will have you sailing or cruising the whitsundays in style. This cruise visits two of the islands most memorable attractions. Please make your own way to the port of airlie marina for checkin 30 minutes prior to your departure time at the cruise whitsundays ferry terminal. Cruise whitsundays day cruise range features trips to must see whitsunday icons, including the great barrier reef adventures trip to cruise whitsundays innovative and spacious reef pontoon, and whitehaven beach camira day sailing adventure, onboard. Looking for cruises from sydney to whitsundays airlie beach, hamilton island. Booking through a reputable agent is perfectly acceptable. The whitsundays are a popular tourist destination for people all over australia and the world. While sailing the whitsundays in luxury you can expect great service and food from your professional crew while exploring the whitsundays. And like so often when you are following your dreams to somewhere very special, the weather doesnt cooperate and it pretty much looked like the end of the world outside. To make a booking, call the hamilton island tour desk, on 07 4946 8305 or drop by the tour desk which is located in the resort centre. Whitehaven beach is the largest of the 74 islands in the whitsundays. Cruise whitsundays well informed, experienced and knowledgeable crew will give you the best sailing experience possible and ensure you have a memorable day. Cruise whitsundays is the regions largest and most experienced marine operator, offering a range of day cruises, overnight experiences, transfer services between islands and the mainland, and connections to hamilton island airport.
This is a fully inclusive day cruise all activities, morning and afternoon tea, a delicious barbecue lunch and drinks are included whilst on board. The sheltered warm waters of the whitsundays make boating holidays irresistible, sail yourself around the calm waters of the whitsundays on a bareboat sailing charter or motor cruiser with whitsunday rent a yacht. Known as the bible to the whitsunday islands, this cruising guide has all the information youll need to fully enjoy this island paradise. The classic whitsunday cruising experience is tailored to suite couples and individuals seeking a stylish whitsunday sailing adventure at a more relaxed pace. Departing either airlie beach, hamilton island or daydream island, spend a full day exploring the great barrier reef, the world heritagelisted wonder off the queensland coast. Cruise the whitsundays the definitive where, when and. Use our unique online booking system to find the latest live availability. Known as the bible to the whitsunday islands, this cruising guide has all the information. Most trips around the area will include a stop at whitehaven beach. Bookme, whitsundays airlie beach townsville, onestop. Explore whitsundays sailing whitsundays airlie beach.
Cruising for couples whitsundays sailing adventures. An introduction to cruising the whitsundays of australia. The whitsunday islands stretch along the great barrier reef and host some of the best tropical landscapes in north queensland and australia. Whitsunday escape is an award winning bareboat yacht charter company in queensland. If youre planning to day sail the east coast of australia, then youre going to have cross river bars. The one book i would definitely have on board is alan lucass cruising the coral coast. Cruise whitsundays is an exciting and innovative day cruise operator in the whitsundays region.
Unless one is considering a circumnavigation of australia, the pacific or the world, lizard is usually the furthest limit of a winter cruise. The big purple catamaran, camira takes you to the best locations including hill inlet lookout and whitehaven beach. Cruising the whitsundays the things you wished youd. How to pick a whitsundays sailing tour travel nation. Whitsundays sailing adventures offers the most diverse range of quality crewed sailing, snorkelling and scuba diving adventure holidays in the great barrier reef marine park. Alternatively, cruise whitsundays does offer a bus transfer for an additional charge.
Book now reefstar cruises experience the whitsundays. Cruise whitsundays island hopper pass whitsundays day. Most cruising folk think of the coast as in four sections. Whitsundays tours latest prices book online live availability. Better yet, a sailing adventure here can take you to remote spots and secret beaches that are off the radar for everyone else this island paradise is yours to explore. With whitehaven beach, heart reef and the great barrier reef. See more ideas about sailing whitsundays, sailing and sailing adventures. This is the 5th edition of a book known as the bible by those who go out on the water in the whitsundays.
The advantage of booking direct with whitsundays sailing. The whitsundays by sail for the discerning traveler that wants style and comfort cruising for couples with private double cabins private ensuite fully airconditioned vessels amazing fresh food, all meals prepared on board by your host great sailing with hands on. A cruise for couples whitsundays sailing adventures. When picking out a charter boat for cruising the whitsundays, your base will be in airlie beach, a small backpackingandbeachpartying town. The book provides detailed and accurate descriptions of inlets, anchorages, resorts. As australias number one sailing destination, the whitsundays offers something unique to both novice and experienced sailors alike fringing coral reefs, secluded inlets, island resorts and a unique and enjoyable cruising ground.
There are many tours and cruises for you can choose from, we will help you find. May 08, 2017 the whitsundays caters for all tastes, from nature lovers to party animals, budget cruising to mega yachts, children to retired folks. The whitsundays islands sandy beaches and sunsoaked landscapes lie just off the coast of airlie beach. Alan lucas, in his book, cruising the nsw coast, has excellent advice on tidal flow rates at river entrances. Bring books, toys, videos, whatever you favour to ward off occasional boredom. As a result, cruise whitsundays has continued to closely monitor the developments and advice provided around covid19. Spot many of the islands 1,500 species of fish, 360 species of hard coral, thousands of molluscs and hundreds of starfish. Cruising the whitsundays the things you wished youd known. The whitsundays are a chain of 70plus islands that got their name from captain cook, who sailed his legendary ship hms endeavour through this part of australia on whit sunday a christian holiday 50 days after easter, better known as pentecost in the states. May 09, 2014 the anaconda iii is a megayacht that measures 101 feet and holds 3 large sails. Low numbers approximately 620 passengers, comfort aboard and a focus on the regions natural attractions are the key features of these cruises, with plenty of time of snorkeling the reef, relaxing on deck and swimming.
An archipelago of 74 tropical islands, the whitsundays lie just off the queensland coast, next to the great barrier reef. For more information, or to book your whitsundays adventure, visit cruisewhitsundays. Whether the whitsundays is your destination or are just passing through, there is so much variety it would take a lifetime to see it all. All cruises are subject to sea and weather conditions particularly in the interest of passenger safety. Pristine water, tropical marine life and private beaches fill the horizon when you visit the whitsundays.
Secluded and quiet, neck bay is a favourite whitsundays hangout among yachtsmen, with fantastic snorkelling. Explore whitehaven beach with cruise whitsundays as part of your hamilton island family holiday. Several restaurants, bar, swimming pools, showers, minigolf, playground, cinema and other activities. Whitehaven beach and island all inclusive day tour zigzag whitsundays. The 100 magic miles cruising guide is also known as the whitsunday bible. Departing from airlie beach this sailing tour is an excellent way to explore the whitsundays. The whitsundays mainland gateway, airlie beach is a vibrant and multicultural town, with an unhurried, beachy soul. A longtime favourite with travellers, sailors, families and naturelovers, airlie makes it easy to change down a gear and slip into holiday mode the. Cruising the whitsundays australias island paradise. Great barrier reef full day adventure cruise whitsundays.
Whitehaven, the most famous beach in the whitsundays, is a huge distance from airlie beach, so youll need to book a superfast boat tour if youre planning to do a. First stop will be to the southern end of whitehaven beach for 2 hours at your leisure. Exclusive reefworld at hardy reef is your destination a permanently moored pontoon, located 39 nautical miles from shore on the outer great barrier reef. Book the whitsundays whitsunday accommodation resorts. Most of these tours on our website depart from airlie beach australia. The whitsundays caters for all tastes, from nature lovers to party animals, budget cruising to mega yachts, children to retired folks.
Cruising the whitsundays in style sample 5 day itinerary. The whitsundays is also home to over 30% of the worlds soft corals. The best selection of whitsunday tours sailing whitsundays. The great barrier reef protects the whitsundays from ocean swells allowing calm sailing conditions all year round. Cruise whitsundays reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary. Southport to rosslyn bay, rosslyn bay to whitsundays, whitsundays to lizard island and north of lizard island.
Take a ride on our most modern maxisailing yacht, designed to sail around the world, with amenities like air. Free whitsunday cruising guide charter yachts australia. With more than 100 years of travel experience between our team its no surprise that since we began, our portfolio of shore excursions has grown in the thousands. Escape to remote islands, local hideaways or swim in the sparkling waters in the whitsundays. Bring light personal clothing, a book, camera and possibly a tracksuit for the. Whitehaven beach and hamilton island cruise provided by. Sailing whitsundays is an airlie beach based travel agency that offers day and overnight sailing adventures amongst the beautiful whitsunday islands of northern queensland. Visit whitsundays, queensland, australia cruising the. A perfect sailing getaway adventure aboard a classic yacht in the famous whitsundays. Please contact us if you wish to organise this transfer. Our fleet of owner operated vessels have a high focus on standards, fantastic food, personalised service and a truly individual and unique experience.
Scattered like emeralds on aquamarine velvet, the whitsunday islands are one of australias loveliest destinations, an unmatched playground for boaters, divers, campers, fishers and resortloungers. Our reservations team will confirm availability and complete your request or call us for more information 07 4946. Some seasick pills can cause unwanted side effects like drowsiness, dry mouth, headaches and constipation. For complete information about boating in the whitsundays, refer to the essential sailing guide for the area, 100 magic miles of the. We offer many packages including backpacker adventures and highend journeys. We offer an exceptional range of great value shore excursions to suit all ages, interests and abilities. You will find it useful for the whole trip, right up to cape york if you are going that far. Go swimming, snorkeling, or just laze on the sand at whitehaven beach, then cruise on over for sightseeing on a selfguided tour. The whitehaven beach sailing tour is the ultimate tour for visitors looking to explore the beautiful whitsundays. Truth be told, if you take into account the international date line which did not exist in cooks time, it was technically monday. Passengers are given a free luggage bag at check in for clothes for the cruise check in. For more information, or to book your whitsundays adventure, visit or call.
Sheltered by the great barrier reef, these warm, rarely ruffled waters are particularly perfect for sailing, as exploited by the 100plus yachts. Cruise australia depart from one of seven main ports in australia and explore some of the worlds most beautiful destinations. If youve ever dreamed of harnessing the wind and sailing from one idyllic location to the next, the whitsundays is the place to make your dreams come true. The journey here through the lush whitsunday islands will have you reaching for your camera watch for migrating humpback whales between july and september but. Find and plan your next cruise from sydney to whitsundays airlie beach, hamilton island on cruise critic.
Here is an opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable cruise aboard some of australias most sleek and graceful yachts. The whitsundays travel queensland, australia lonely planet. Although most hops in the whitsundays are short, id suggest potential sufferers try their medication before their trip. The abel point marina is well protected and conveniently located for provisioning, and if youve got time before or after your charter, stick around and book an adventure on the water out to the great barrier reef, on land to the whitsundays crocodile. With the largest fleet of sailing yachts, catamarans and power boats, book direct and save on your next whitsunday island sailing holiday. I calculate the tide level at the destination, looking for a time when there will be plenty of depth and an inbound tidal flow. Local marinas sway with yachts from around the world, as sailors step ashore to enjoy some downtime in the whitsundays island resorts and the bars and restaurants along. The book provides detailed and accurate descriptions of inlets, anchorages, resorts and surrounding reefs located within the whitsunday islands. May 10, 2019 cruise whitsundays is the regions largest and most experienced marine operator, offering a range of day cruises, overnight experiences, transfer services between islands and the mainland, and connections to hamilton island airport. Alan lucas cruising the coral coast has long been considered the bible for cruising the queensland coast. Cruise whitsundays whitehaven beach half day hamilton.
Thinking of sailing the whitsundays with your friends or family. Taking out only 6 passengers, this boat offers a relaxing and intimate sailing experience that takes you to all the best snorkel sites in the whitsundays and, of course, the worldfamous whitehaven beach. Lucky it all came together perfectly, and before i knew it, i found myself 900 miles north of brisbane cruising out from airlie beach towards the famous whitsundays. Take a week or two to explore the magical whitsunday islands, renowned as the finest region in australia for cruising and sailing. It provides exhaustive, reliable detail about every nook and cranny of the many splendid anchorages in australias finest cruising grounds. Apr 11, 2014 lucky it all came together perfectly, and before i knew it, i found myself 900 miles north of brisbane cruising out from airlie beach towards the famous whitsundays.
A holiday cruising the whitsundays would not be complete without stopping into nara inlet, one of the best anchorages in the whitsundays. Simply take a stroll down the main street and airlie esplanade and you will find an eclectic mix of different cuisines, in everything from fine dining restaurants and al fresco cafes, to seaside pubs and bars. Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The main hub of the whitsundays, airlie beach, is bursting with fantastic places to eat, with many located right on the waters edge. A good reference is the offshore racing requirements in the yachting association rule book aka the blue book, available from boat. Cruise the whitsundays the definitive where, when and how. Noel patricks curtis coast zooms in on the section from bundaberg to mackay. Local marinas sway with yachts from around the world, as sailors step ashore to enjoy some downtime in the whitsundays island resorts and the bars. From exploring the worldrenowned great barrier reef to relaxing on pristine beaches, our local whitsunday experts are here to help you with every aspect of your holiday to. Group of like minded people who like going for a cruise in their ride whether it be a hp street machine or a go go mobile all welcome.
Six moorings are situated outside the marina on the east side of the islands. The first picture book in this series, penned by a holland america line cruise ship captain, is about a ship named peter who teaches. Cruises from sydney to whitsundays airlie beach, hamilton. View pricing, itinerary and select your stateroom category. Explore the areas top destinations and watch the sunset at the end of the day. Jul 30, 2018 when picking out a charter boat for cruising the whitsundays, your base will be in airlie beach, a small backpackingandbeachpartying town. Reefsleep is a twodayonenight encounter with the great barrier reef an intimate, onceinalifetime opportunity to sleep under the stars. All luggage is to be stored at whitsundays sailing adventures office, payable direct. Boomerang, british defender 2 day whitsunday island maxi.
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