Whitsundays Sailing Adventures and Cruises
Airlie Beach is the mainland gateway to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park & Whitsunday Islands.
Travelling by car:
The Bruce Highway is the major road that links 'Cairns' in the north to 'Brisbane' in the south.
From Brisbane to Airlie Beach Total driving time is 12.5 hrs
From Cairns to Airlie Beach Total driving time is 6.5 hrs
Bus/Coach Services:
Regular coach/bus services operate from Brisbane or Cairns to Airlie Beach.
Train Services:
Tilt Train Services leave Brisbane and provide a 13 hour overnight service. From Cairns the service is in daylight hours and takes 10 hours.
Flying:
Airlie Beach is accessible by plane to:
Proserpine Airport (40 kms from Airlie Beach)
Hamilton Island (40 minute Ferry Ride to Shute Harbour)
| Tour Duration |
Departs From |
Tour Name & Summary | Trip Style |
Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days |
Airlie Beach |
Southern Cross Sailing (68 ft American Cup Yacht) Our experienced crew will take you on a 2 day voyage around the Whitsunday islands. You can expect to visit Blue Pearl Bay, Nara Inlet, Mantaray Bay, Cataran Bay, Whitehaven Beach, and Cid Harbour |
$429 | |
| 2 or 3 days |
Airlie Beach |
If you are after a maxi yacht sailing experience on a fast yacht that is cosy downstairs then 'Siska' is perfect. On Siska there may be some party nights. In May 2002 Siska had an interior makeover, including new bathrooms and new floor, in 2004 a new exterior paint job... |
$269 | |
| 2 days |
Airlie Beach |
“British Defender ”Whitsunday Sailing If you are after an adrenalin sailing experience on a huge maxi then 'British Defender' is perfect. This yacht is fast. Of an evening there is likely to be a party on the deck. British Defender won the 2001 Whitsunday Fun Race and placed 2nd in the 2002 event |
Maxi Yacht |
$359 |
2
days |
Airlie Beach |
If you are after an adrenalin sailing experience on a fast maxi and don't mind partying the night away on the deck then our new maxi will be perfect for you. One thing's for sure…. The thoroughbred racing background will ensure a sailing tour aboard Boomerang will be an exciting experience |
$359 | |
| 3 days |
Airlie Beach |
Whatever your priority Anaconda III ofers you the best possible way to experience three full days & three nights of the beautiful Whitsunday Islands and the spectacular Great Barrier Reef in comfort and style |
$599 | |
| 3 or 6 days |
Airlie Beach |
Solway Lass Sailing (127ft Tall Ship) If you are after a leisurely paced adventure on a large Square Rigged Tall Ship, which represents a bygone era with sailing styles and provides comfort through air/cond cabins, then 'Solway Lass' is perfect. Life is fun on Solway with the crew encouraging pirate fun and antics, plus the occasional flogging. |
$469 | |
| 3 or 6 days |
Airlie Beach | "Whitsunday Magic" Island Cruise For guests looking for a deluxe sail and cruise around the Whitsunday Islands and/or The Outer Great Barrier Reef. This vessel provides quality features, including air/cond cabins with private bathroom facilities, dining room and bar, aft deck dining area with permanent shade awning, large sunbaking and observation deck. |
$659 | |
| 3 or 6 days |
Shute Harbour |
The Whitsunday Islands are one of the most beautiful sailing and cruising destinations in the world. We'd like to invite you to this paradise to join one of our voyages of discovery, where the scenery is spectacular beyond words, the marine life is teeming with vivid colours and magnificent corals are waiting to be explored |
$1325 |