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WHITSUNDAY CRUISING - aboard a crewed yacht

Whitsunday Group of Islands, Northern Queensland
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Aerial view of some of the Whitsunday islandsThe 74 Whitsunday Islands make a superb cruising location and the waterways between the islands provide year round sailing.  From July to September  whales can often be seen.  Airlie Beach (and nearby Shute Harbour) is a popular starting  point on the mainland.  For details of accommodation in the Whitsundays area, including Hayman Island, see our 'Coast' section.
This page details 'crewed' yachts; for chartering your own yacht, click Sail Yourself in Whitsunday Islands
 
We have chosen 3 vessels, all controlled by expert crews, which between them offer a range of cruising options; scroll down for itineraries and prices:
 
Vessel:  CORAL TREKKER
Coral TrekkerThe Coral Trekker is a classic 75 foot (23 metre) Norwegian square rigged sailing ship.  This is a tall ship sailing experience with elements of adventure, participation and lots of activities. Join the crew in the rigging or just sit back and relax on the wide timber deck.  Built in Norway in 1939, this traditional sailing ship offers all the old world charm and romance of yesteryear. Cabins are shared with a maximum of 4 or there is also a double cabin available. The boat accommodates 15 guests. The crew of 4 includes a dive instructor and scuba equipment is available on board.  

3 night Northern Island Cruise
Departs:  Saturday 1.00 pm from Abel Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Returns:  Tuesday 12.00 pm at Shute Harbour
Itinerary
Saturday:  Airlie Beach/Hayman Island (overnight off Hayman Island at Blue Pearl Bay - the boat does not visit Hayman)
Sunday:  Off Hayman Island/Outer Barrier Reef
Monday:  Outer Barrier Reef/Hook Island
Tuesday:  Whitsunday Passage/Shute Harbour 
3 night Southern Island Cruise
Departs:  Tuesday 12.00 pm from Shute Harbour
Returns:  Friday 10.00 am at Abel Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Itinerary
Tuesday:  Shute Harbour/Border Island
Wednesday:  Border Island/Whitsunday Island
Thursday:  Whitsunday Island/South Molle
Friday:  Funnel Bay/Airlie Beach

Whitsundays Map
 

The Northern Island Cruise and the Southern Island Cruise can be combined to form a 6 night cruise, departing from and returning to Abel Point Marina, Airlie Beach.

Price includes:
*  Double or shared cabin accommodation with shared bathroom
*  All meals on board, services of skipper and hostess
Price excludes:
*  Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Levy of A$25 per person - payable on board

 
Vessel:  WINDJAMMER
Windjammer Windjammer is a 72 foot (22 metre) gaff-rigged schooner. She was launched in 1994 and is considered to be one of the most beautiful yachts ever built in Australia. She can sail at speeds of 10 knots or more and is a spectacular sight. The Windjammer caters for a maximum of 9 guests in her 4 cabins.

Each cruise offers the highlights of the Whitsunday region but with a flexible itinerary dependent on guest requests and weather conditions.


3 night Northern Island Cruise
Departs:  Saturday 1.00 pm from Abel Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Returns:  Tuesday 12.00 noon at Shute Harbour
Itinerary
Saturday:  AirlieBeach/Hayman Island (overnight off Hayman Island at Blue Pearl Bay - the boat does not visit Hayman)
Sunday:  Off Hayman Island/Outer Barrier Reef
Monday:  Outer Barrier Reef/Hook Island
Tuesday:  Hook Island/Shute Harbour

3 night Southern Island Cruise
Departs:  Tuesday 12.00 noon from Shute Harbour
Returns:  Friday 10.00 am to Abel Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Itinerary
Tuesday:  Shute Harbour/Border Island
Wednesday:  Border Island/Whitsunday Island
Thursday:  Whitsunday Island/South Molle Island
Friday:  Funnel Bay/Able Point Marina, Airlie Beach

The Northern Island Cruise and the Southern Island Cruise can be combined to form a 6 night cruise, departing from
and returning to Abel Point Marina, Airlie Beach.

Price includes:
*  Double or shared cabin accommodation with shared bathroom
*  All meals on board, services of skipper and hostess
Price excludes:
*  Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Levy of A$25 per person, introductory dives and hire of dive gear (approx.A$80 per dive) - all payable on board

 
Vessel:  REEF ODYSSEY
Reef OdysseyThis 35 metre expedition style cruise ship allows you to cruise the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef in comfort.  Reef Odyssey features 6 deluxe staterooms with queen size beds, 4 double staterooms and 9 twin cabins, all with private en suite facilities.  The vessel's spacious and comfortable sun decks provide ample outdoor areas.  Facilities include a cocktail bar, lounge, dining room and reference library.  The crew includes a marine biology guide and dive instructor, to assist guests in gaining the most from their Barrier Reef experience.

3 nights:  Saturday
Departs:  Saturday 11.00 am from Shute Harbour and 2.00 pm from Hamilton Island
Returns: Tuesday Shute Harbour 10.00 am or Hamilton Island 12.00 noon
Itinerary
Saturday:  Shute Harbour/Hamilton Island/Tongue Bay or Whitehaven Beach
Sunday:  Black Reef/Line Reef
Monday:  Visit Blue Pearl Bay off Hayman Island then cruise through Nara Inlet to Cid Harbour
Tuesday:  Cruise via the Molle Group of islands before disembarking at Shute Harbour or Hamilton Island

3 nights:  Tuesday
Departs:  Tuesday 11.00 am Shute Harbour and 2.00 pm Hamilton Island
Returns:  Friday 11.00 am Hamilton Island and 12.00 noon Shute Harbour
Itinerary
Tuesday:  Shute Harbour or Hamilton Island/Tongue Bay/North Whitehaven Beach
Wednesday:  Black Reef/Line Reef
Thursday:  Langford Island (see picture below)/South Molle Island Resort
Friday:  Cruise and disembark at  Hamilton Island or at Shute Harbour
  
Couple on Langford Cay close to Langford Island, Whitsundays © Tourism QLD

Price includes:
*  Cabin accommodation with en suite as specified at the time of booking and all meals and services of the crew
*  Snorkelling and fishing gear; guided walks;  snorkel tours;  introductory dive experience;  glass bottom boat tours;
   marine biology guide

Price excludes:
*  The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Levy of A$25 approx. per person - payable on board

The Saturday 3 night departure  can be combined with the Tuesday 3 night departure to form a 6 night cruise.

 
PRICES:  Whitsunday Islands Cruising
CREWED YACHTS**		 Until 31 March 2009 1 Apr'09 - 31 Mar'10 Truly
Ref
Per person per cruise full board (all meals included) 4 Berth/*
Triple		 Share
Twin		 Stateroom
Double		 4 Berth/*
Triple		 Share 
Twin		 State room
Double
CORAL TREKKER:   3 night cruise  A$809 A$906 A$965 Request Request Request 855
                                6 night  cruise A$1459 A$1634 A$1736 Request Request Request 856
WINDJAMMER:        3 night cruise A$902 A$1018 A$1212 Request Request Request 857
                                6 night cruise A$1623 A$1833 A$2182 Request Request Request 858
   Twin Share Cabin Stateroom Double DeluxeS/R
Double		 Twin Share Cabin Stateroom
Double 		 DeluxeS/R
Double		  
REEF ODYSSEY:     3 night cruise  A$1285 A$1503 A$1697 Request Request Request 859
                               6 night cruise A$2313 A$2706 A$3055 Request Request Request 1449
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*   Windjammer offers a triple berth and Coral Trekker a 4 berth option
** To charter your own yacht, click Sail Yourself in Whitsunday Islands
All prices exclude the A$20 approx. per person Marine Park Levy (payable on board)
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