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Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach. Board from 5 pm, meet your skipper and enjoy the first dinner on board.
Photo: Slug69 / CC BY-SA 2.0SeasonMay–Oct
AirportAirlie Beach
Cabin from£860
Boat from£6,000
A week here
Whitehaven Beach and its bright white silica, the swirls of Hill Inlet, calm anchorages in Nara Inlet and the Great Barrier Reef next door.
Itinerary
The week, day by day
Tap a day or a point on the map. Indicative route: your skipper adapts it to the wind.
Nara Inlet
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Nara Inlet
Nara Inlet on Hook Island: a calm fjord and Aboriginal cave paintings.
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Butterfly Bay
Butterfly Bay and snorkelling on the coral reef.
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Whitehaven Beach
Whitehaven Beach: 7 km of white silica, one of the best beaches in the world.
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Hill Inlet
Hill Inlet: the lookout over swirling sand and water with the tide.
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Hamilton Island
Hamilton Island: dinner in the marina and koalas at the wildlife park.
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Airlie Beach
Back to Airlie Beach, breakfast and disembark.
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Flight to Airlie Beach (PPP)
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Weeks
Weeks here
7 daysFamily
Short hops, shallow bays, happy kids.
from £690See →
7 daysNature & Adventure
Whales, volcanoes, marine reserves and real sailing.
from £690See →
7 daysRomance
Honeymoons, proposals and anniversaries at sea.
from £770See →
7 daysCelebration
Stag, hen, birthday or anniversary — the boat is the party.
from £770See →
Extras
Make it yours
Services from trusted local suppliers. Ask when you book and we send you a price.
Guided snorkelling
The best reefs and spots with a local guide.
Diving and PADI courses
Try-dives, guided dives or your diving licence during the week.
Wildlife and whales
Trips with naturalists to see dolphins, whales or turtles.
Proposals, weddings and events
Decoration, cake, musicians and everything ready for the big moment.
Chef or host on board
Breakfasts, lunches and dinners cooked on board with local produce.
Provisioning delivered
Arrive to a full fridge: food, drinks and ice.
Airport–marina transfers
We pick you up at the airport and drop you at the boat.
Photographer and drone
A shoot on board and the week filmed from the air.
Travel and cancellation insurance
Travel with medical and cancellation cover.
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Book your week
Pick a week to see prices and availability.
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Experiences
See all (12)Experiences in Whitsundays
Day tripWhitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Day Tour
Visit Australia’s most famous beach by boat, with its brilliant white silica sand, and climb to the Hill Inlet lookout. A day trip from Airlie Beach with snorkelling and lunch.
from £120 per person7 h →
SnorkellingGreat Barrier Reef Pontoon Trip from Airlie Beach
Cruise to the outer Great Barrier Reef and spend the day on a pontoon at Hardy Reef: snorkelling, semi-submarine and underwater observatory. The most comfortable way to see the reef.
from £145 per person8 h →
PhotoHeart Reef & Whitehaven Scenic Flight
Fly over Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet by light aircraft from Airlie Beach. The most sought-after aerial photo of the Great Barrier Reef.
from £180 per person1 h →
Water toysAirlie Beach Jet Ski Tour
Ride along the Airlie Beach coast and nearby islands on a jet ski with a guide, with stops to spot turtles and enjoy the views. Adrenaline and scenery in one activity.
from £125 per group1.5 h →
DivingTry Scuba Diving on the Great Barrier Reef
A full day on the outer reef from Airlie Beach, including your first scuba dive with an instructor. No certification needed, just the ability to swim.
from £215 per person8 h →
Boat tripAirlie Beach Sunset Sail
Two hours under sail on Pioneer Bay as the sun sets behind the Airlie Beach hills. Snacks and drinks on board.
from £50 per person2 h →
WildlifeWhitsundays Whale Watching Cruise
Every southern winter, humpback whales arrive in the Whitsundays to give birth. See them on a responsible cruise from Airlie Beach.
from £60 per person3 h →
Boat tripPrivate Boat Charter in the Whitsundays
A skippered boat just for your group for a full day around the Whitsunday Islands. Your choice: Whitehaven, reef snorkelling or hidden bays.
from £1,825 per group8 h →
FishingWhitsundays Reef Fishing Charter
A full day of bottom fishing on the Whitsunday reefs with a local skipper and all gear. Coral trout, snapper and emperor.
from £130 per person8 h →
Day tripWhitsundays Sea Kayak Tour
Paddle the calm waters of the Whitsundays with a local guide, with stops to snorkel and look for turtles. A half day in a small group.
from £55 per person4 h →
Water toysTandem Skydive over Airlie Beach
Jump tandem with an instructor over the Whitsunday Islands and land by the sea in Airlie Beach. Views of the Great Barrier Reef in freefall.
from £185 per person3 h (incl. preparation) →
TransferProserpine Airport to Airlie Beach Private Transfer
A private driver from Whitsunday Coast Airport (Proserpine) to your hotel or marina in Airlie Beach. Fixed price per vehicle.
from £75 per group40 min →
Book with confidence
- Hold your place with a £170 deposit
- Pay the rest in instalments up to 60 days before
- Free date change up to 90 days before
- 24-hour cancellation, full refund
Questions
Before you sail
When is the best time to sail in Australia: Whitsundays?
The season runs from May to October.
How do I get there?
Fly to Airlie Beach (PPP). Your skipper meets you at the marina.
How much is it?
Cabins from £860 per person or the whole boat from £6,000 per week.
What is included?
The boat, a licensed skipper, bed linen, towels, final cleaning and insurance. Food, drinks, fuel and marinas come from a shared on-board kitty.
How much is the kitty?
Usually £130–£220 per person per week, depending on meals ashore and motoring.
How do I book?
Choose your week and destination, reserve with a £170 deposit per person and pay the balance 60 days before.