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Sailing Whitsundays - Overnight Crewed - Some Popular Vessels

STYLE & TRADITION

ENID

Spend 3 beautiful days and 2 classic nights on this classic Australian yacht. Don’t be fooled by her conservative name. Enid is a 66ft John G Alden ketch who has it all: history, speed and a well established racing career. Recently restored, she has polished timber throughout and spacious uncluttered decks, from which you will experience some of the purest sailing in the Whitsundays. Enid comfortably takes guests through one of the world’s best sailing grounds - the World Heritage Listed Whitsunday Islands. Visit the famous Whitehaven Beach, and experience first class snorkelling as you sail from destination to destination on this classic Australian yacht!

Departing Sundays and Thursdays
Price From: $399

SCHOONER FRIENDSHIP

Schooner Friendship is a 54ft wooden schooner that offers laid-back, barefoot, cruising atmosphere with low passenger numbers (10) and a versatile itinerary. Cruise with your friendly crew around the idyllic blue waters of the Whitsunday Islands in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. You’ll have unforgettable memories of this marine paradise! Departs for a 3-day/2-night cruise every Tuesday and Friday.

Departing Tuesday and Friday
Price From: $400

PEGASUS

Pegasus is a 75' ketch, one of the larger overnight sailing boats, and has been cruising the Whitsunday Islands for the last 25 years. Prior to charter, Pegasus, not only circumnavigated the world once, but twice.

After a recent refit, she now offers passengers comfortable cabins and a huge saloon for dining and relaxing. On your three night three day cruise you will sail to Whitehaven Beach, six kilometers of smooth silica sand. There you can laze on the white sandy beach and go for a bush walk. Pegasus has a National Parks permit and offers guided bush walks.

Departing Monday & Thursday 7.30pm
Price: $369

ILEOLA

The only authentic traditional sailing yacht of her kind in the Whitsundays. Only 12 guests plus 3 crew including on board Chef - delicious Italian cuisine. This vessel offers both share and private cabins on board.. Visits all the top destinations including the famous Whitehaven Beach.

Departing Wednesday and Sunday
Price From: $445

ANACONDA III

Anaconda III is a 101ft Mega yacht, making her the largest sloop sailing vessel cruising the Whitsunday waters. Due to her size, Anaconda III has an advantage over most other yachts, as she is surveyed to visit the outer Great Barrier Reef. This is an adventure only a very few sailing boats in the Whitsundays can offer. This vessel is fully air conditioned throughout, offering share cabins, private double and private twins, Anaconda III has a room to suit most people and takes up to 32 passengers. Departing for a full 3-day/3night adventure on Tuesday and Friday evenings, Anaconda III is perfect for those wishing to dive with onboard instructors and equipment.

Departing Tuesday and Friday
Price From: $419

SOLWAY LASS

Built in Holland 1902, Solway Lass is rich in history and has lived through both World Wars, been used for coal carting and carried cargo until she was restored in 1984. It was then used as a floating Restaurant in Sydney Harbour, until it was sailed to the Whitsundays in the early 1990’s. In early 1999 Solway Lass was remodelled for overnight 3 day & 3 night sailing holidays in the Whitsundays. Solway Lass is fully air-conditioned and has 11 cabins for 32 guests. These cabins are private double/twin and share and feature teak and cedar feature walls along with Jarrah timber trims.

Departing Tuesday and Saturdays
Price From: $420

JASPURR

Jaspurr is a start-of-the-art Lagoon 470 catamaran and offers guests their own mini private cruise vessel. Jaspurr boasts four private double en-suite cabins. Guests can choose from either a 6-day/6night trip or a shorter 3-day/3-night cruise. With only 8 guests onboard, Jaspurr is ideal for those seeking an intimate experience whilst cruising in luxury. Departs for the 6-day cruise on a Tuesday or a three day cruise on both Tuesdays and Fridays.

Departing Tuesday and Fridays
Price From: $789

WINDJAMMER

Elegant lines and fine craftsmanship of the trading schooners of yesteryear and up to 9 guests can enjoy an intimate sailing holiday with an emphasis on relaxation, good food and personalised service. She offers both 3 and 6 night cruises.

Departing Tuesday and Saturdays
Price From: $765

MAINSTAY

Elegant lines and fine craftsmanship of the trading schooners of yesteryear and up to 9 guests can enjoy an intimate sailing holiday with an emphasis on relaxation, good food and personalised service. She offers both 3 and 6 night cruises.

Departing Wednesday and Saturdays
Price From: $619

REEF ODYSSEY

A mini cruise ship able to carry 39 guests with accommodation ranging from twin cabins to deluxe staterooms. The cruises offer exceptional dining, spacious lounge areas and friendly unobtrusive service. She offers 3 and 6 night cruises.

Departing - Call to confirm
Price From: $1,020

DERWENT HUNTER

Derwent Hunter is as rich in history as the timbers from which she was built. A true classic in the tradition of a bygone era in Australian maritime history. Relive the true spirit of adventure and immerse yourself in romantic sailing heritage of this superbly maintained 90ft schooner. Taking up to 21 passengers on a 3-day/2-night yesteryear adventure, Derwent Hunters offers private cabins and share accommodation.

Departing Saturday and Tuesday
Price From: $459

CORAL TREKKER

A traditional tall ship sailing experience for all ages with elements of adventure, participation and lots of activities. Accommodation is available for up to a maximum of 15 guests in double and 4 berth cabins. Offering 3 and 6 night cruises.

Departing:- Call to confirm
Price From: $700

ALEXANDER STEWART

Cruise in comfort aboard this classic timber yacht built along the lines of a Spray design which was made famous by the explorer and adventurer Joshua Slocum. Huge deck areas and only 18 guests make this 70ft vessel comfortable sailing experience and at night you can retire to your own private double or twin cabin.

Departing Monday and Friday
Price From: $459

INDEPENDENT ENDEAVOUR

Independent Endeavour is a 65ft Nautor Swan ketch. Swans are regarded are the Rolls Royce of production yachts with this model being designed by the famous naval architects, Sparkman and Stephens. This design won the Whitbread Round The World Race and Parmelia London-Australia Race to name but a few. ‘Indy’ caters for an intimate group of 12 guests.

Departing Tuesday and Friday
Price From: $449

SCHOONER FRIENDSHIP

Schooner Friendship is a 54ft wooden schooner that offers laid-back, barefoot, cruising atmosphere with low passenger numbers (10) and a versatile itinerary. Cruise with your friendly crew around the idyllic blue waters of the Whitsunday Islands in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. You’ll have unforgettable memories of this marine paradise! Departs for a 3-day/2-night cruise every Tuesday and Friday.

Departing Tuesday and Friday
Price From: $400

ILUKA

Iluka is a classic 70ft Formosa ketch with teak decks and 6 cabins with en-suite bathrooms. She also has a beautiful interior with rich timber panelling and polished floors. Sleek and classy, this boat offers great comfort to up to 16 guests and departs for a 3-day/2-night cruise on Sundays and Thursdays.

Departing Sundays and Thursdays
Price From: $449

DEFENDER

The story of Defender is the story of Australia's maritime history with a colourful lineage spanning more than 100 years. Now she is yours to enjoy on a sailing safari offering a truly unique Whitsunday holiday experience including professionally guided bush walks and nature experiences. You have the choice of 26 sleep aboard berths or seasonally the unique ability for 12 guests to camp onshore in private two person tents on our exclusive beach front island locations.

Departing Sundays and Thursdays
Price From: $459

 
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