Top Airlie Beach Sailing

Spend a full day exploring some lesser-visited spots around the Whitsunday Islands on this unforgettable tour. On board the comfortable Tongarra you’ll be taken to Hook, Langford, and Black Islands. Snorkel in the clear, warm waters off white-sand beaches and be amazed by the beautiful colors and sea life of the fringing reef. End the day with a gorgeous sunset as you return to Airlie Beach.

Watch the dreamy sunset over the Whitsunday islands on this evening cruise, sailing on-board a traditional gaff-rigged schooner. Sip a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and tuck into light snacks as you glide around Hamilton Island and Pioneer Bay, and experience the beauty of Airlie Beach at twilight as you drift back to shore.

Discover the Whitsunday Islands on a sailing day trip from Port. You can swim in the turquoise water, soak up the salty sea air as you zoom across the water by high-speed catamaran and be wowed by the islands’ most famous natural sight, Whitehaven Beach. Lunch, snacks and refreshments are included throughout the day.

Spend a full day exploring some lesser-visited spots around the Whitsunday Islands on this unforgettable tour. On board the comfortable Tongarra you’ll be taken to Hook, Langford, and Black Islands. Snorkel in the clear, warm waters off white-sand beaches and be amazed by the beautiful colors and sea life of the fringing reef. End the day with a gorgeous sunset as you return to Airlie Beach.

Set sail for the Whitsundays on-board an authentic 62-ft gaff rigged schooner and spend the day swimming and snorkeling around the islands. Admire the famous powder-white sands of Whitehaven beach, jump off to take in the views from Hill Inlet and dine on a delicious lunch on-board. Finish your adventure snorkeling amid vibrant corals and schools of brightly colored fish and keep a look out for unique varieties like parrot fish and humphead wrasse.

Climb aboard the only commercial sailing trimaran in the Whitsunday Islands for an unforgettable 2-night voyage through these unspoiled isles that lie between the Queensland coast and the Great Barrier Reef. Soak up the sun on spacious decks, drop anchor to feel the sand between your toes on the pristine beaches of various islands, and snorkel among vibrant marine life at spots like Blue Peal Bay and Caves Cove. You won’t go hungry with all meals freshly prepared right onboard.

Set out on a half-day catamaran tour to stunning Whitehaven Beach for swimming at this postcard–perfect slice of paradise. Considered one of the world's top beaches and the most beautiful one in the Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven Beach is a must-see in the Great Barrier Reef region. Travel in comfort from Port Airlie on a motorized catamaran with air-conditioning. Morning or afternoon tea is provided on board and your crew supplies beach activities and informative commentary along the way.

From Airlie Beach hop on a jet ski tour of the Whitsunday Islands for an unforgettable experience of this tropical paradise. Zip past picturesque coves and beaches as you learn from your expert guide about the region. The tour options suit beginning and experienced riders, there are multiple to choose from all exploring the beauty of the Whitsundays. Numbers are limited to 20 people for a small-group experience.

A Segway tour offers an offbeat experience and the ability to cover more ground than walking. On this tour from Airlie Beach to Cannovale, you can zip along the Whitsunday Bicentennial Boardwalk, and glide by Pioneer Bay, Shingley Beach and the Coral Sea Marina while listening to your guide share insights into the area. Wrap up the tour with a stop for some dinner while watching the sun set over the Whitsunday Islands.

Plan ahead and book roundtrip shuttle service to/from Whitsunday Coast Airport (Proserpine) to your Airlie Beach accommodations or the cruise ship port. Travel comfortably in air-conditioned buses, which means fewer stops, so you'll get to your destination quicker. Plus, you'll avoid the hassle of waiting in a long taxi line.

Rather than take a too-quick helicopter or boat tour of the Whitsunday Islands, take your time exploring them with this 2-day sailing trip. Sail between islands, beaches, coves, and reefs on a ketch sailboat. Two days to explore the islands leaves enough time for kayaking, snorkeling, short hikes, and group meals cooked on board.

Spend three relaxing days on board one of the finest vessels in the Whitsundays, the schooner New Horizon. Spend the days scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming, SUP boarding, and much more, while at night you can relax in air-conditioned comfort on a boat that sleeps 32 passengers. Meals are included, as are leisure activities and necessary equipment. An ideal adventure for couples or groups of friends.

This tour offers 3 days and 2 nights Whitsunday sailing in Entice Catamarans. Each boat is a 14.2m sailing catamaran. 10 guests enjoy 4 cabins, 3 with their own ensuite. Each tour sails, visits Whitehaven Beach and the Hill Inlet Lookout including spending some time there and snorkels in at least 2 of the best locations in the Whitsunday Islands National Park. The Lounge area is super comfortable and features large panoramic windows allowing you to enjoy the scenery while feasting on the fabulous creations served up from the galley. On deck guests can choose to experience the excitement of sailing on the front nets or be more protected in the shaded back area. As an added bonus Entice catamarans carry an array of great fun water toys. You can explore the calm bays of the Whitsunday Islands on a Stand-Up-Paddle board, stay dry whilst seeing some reef in our clear bottom kayak, float around on our sea lounge or even cruise through the water in James Bond style on our sea scooter.

The Whitsunday Islands are considered among Queensland’s top attractions—but the coastal scenery can only be best admired from the water. On this sailing experience, cruise the waves aboard the America's Cup yacht Southern Cross, and discover sites including Tongue Bay and the Hill Inlet Lookout. With your captain at the helm, help the crew hoist the sail or relax in the sunshine—with buffet lunch and afternoon tea included.

On this sailing day tour of the Whitsundays, your boat is not just a means of transportation but a fully equipped adventure playground. With an on-board jacuzzi and showers, two waterslides, a dive platform, and a saloon dining area, you’ll hardly need to leave. You’ll want to, though, to set foot on white-sand beaches and to swim, snorkel, or paddle-board in the inviting waters.

MiLady has the smallest numbers on any sail in the Whitsundays. We promise to look after all of your needs the minute your step on board. We have won 3 Trip Advisor Certificates of Excellence with her sister ship Providence V as we do care about your enjoyment. We know the Whitsundays well and can take you to the best spots to snorkel. We value the environment.

Sailing the Whitsunday Islands, Great Barrier Reef. - Snorkelling around the Whitsunday Islands best fringing reefs. - SUP paddle boards- Spectacular coral and marine life. - Meals freshly prepared onboard. - Evening Eco slide show capturing the days activities. - A visit to the beautiful Whitehaven Beach and bush walk to Hill Inlet. - Overnight stay at South Whitehaven Beach with a morning swim (weather permitting). Multi award winning Eco accredited tour. - Large open saloon and galley. - Spacious back deck. - Fully air-conditioned vessels. - Spacious fore deck - perfect for sunbathing and relaxing. - LED back deck blue lighting for night time underwater aquatic display. - Surround sound music system and 62" plasma TV. - Friendly knowledgeable crew. - Snorkelling around the Whitsunday Islands best fringing reefs. - Free use of SUP boards at certain locations- Spectacular coral and marine life. - Meals freshly prepared onboard. - Evening Eco slide show capturing the days activities-

Ideal for those with limited time in the area, a trip aboard the maxi yacht Siska lets you thoroughly explore the Whitsunday Islands in just two days. You'll visit the powdery white sands of Whitehaven Beach, enjoy a guided bush walk around Hill Inlet Lookout, and snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Enjoy a sunset sail around Airlie Beach Bay and a lovely BBQ with your loved ones. The perfect setting to celebrate a special event with the most amazing views. Socialise onboard while we drop anchor and have a back deck BBQ then sail the bay of Airlie for sunset. We take care of all the rest! Private Charter.

The Atlantic Clipper is the biggest and most popular vessel out on the water in the Whitsundays for the 18-35 market. It is a must do tour on the East Coast and provides breath taking 2 day 2 night excursions of the amazing Whitsunday Islands, part of the Great Barrier Reef marine park. This 54 passenger, 34m vessel dwarfs the rest whilst still providing superior facilities such as air-conditioned cabins, 5 hot showers, 7 toilets and a saloon that can sit 60 people very comfortably, sun tan decks, sheltered areas, a 12 person hot tub, a water chute slide, 8-metre inflatable waterslide and dive platform. Water activities include; snorkelling, introductory & certified scuba dives (to be booked and paid for onboard the tour), stand-up paddle boarding, guided bushwalk and more. Our 6 fantastic crew instill a sense of fun in every facet of the tour by creating an atmosphere and culture that’s lively, engaging, and entertaining.

Take to the seas in a genuine sailing boat. This two-night tour of the Whitsunday Islands offers the unique opportunity to sail in a historic yacht, named by the Duke of Edinburgh itself. Aboard the re-fitted British Defender you'll cruise to such highlights as Whitehaven Beach, disembark for a guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout via a guided bush walk, and snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Our tour takes you right amongst the nicest Whitsunday Islands. Each tour visits the beautiful Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island. A short walk takes you up the Hill Inlet Lookout, from where you have a breathtaking view over Whitehaven Beach. The tour stops in various of the dreamy Whitsunday Bays for snorkelling. Underwater you’ll find a whole world of itself, full of colourful corals and fish. Our SeaScooter will turn the most convinced landlubber into a marine biologist. The calm Whitsunday waters are ideal to learn Stand Up Paddling (SUP). This watersports activity provides a great nature experience. Just being out there: you, a board and a paddle.

Get ready to immerse yourself into the world of Freediving, meditation and yoga. OceanSense's Whitsunday Island’s retreat on board a maxi-yacht sail boat, is set to take you away from the busy life that surrounds you and carry you to peace, tranquillity and give you an experience you will never forget. Explore Whitsundays owns and operates a variety of maxi yachts which all cater to a minimum of 28pax and cover at least 24 meters in length. To maximise comfort and experience, OceanSense has capped each trip at just 16pax with a 1:4 instructor to student ratio. It has an all shared accommodation, with plenty of space onboard for guests to roam around, sunbathe, or perfect your backflips off the back of the boat, an action-filled home away from home in the Whitsundays. Also complete your PADI Freediver or PADI Advance Freediver Course.

Set off across Whitsunday Passage in the footsteps of Captain Cook on your own chartered tall ship cruise in the Whitsunday Islands. Bring as many as 24 guests on the 62-foot (19-meter) gaff-rigged schooner for a customized full-day charter that includes time for snorkeling, and a visit to either to Langford Reef — where you have a good chance of swimming with turtles, or the famously beautiful Whitehaven Beach. Alternatively, you can select a sunset sail or a half-day tour for your private charter.

- Experience real adventure sailing! - Spend up to 5 hours at Whitehaven Beach & visit Hill Inlet Lookout - Visit up to 4 snorkelling locations to check out the magnificent fringing reef around the Islands (all part of the Great Barrier Reef Marina Park) - Enjoy bush-walks and hikes (with lookouts and stunning views) - Enjoy standout delicious meals made by the crew who are fun, experienced and welcoming - Extra comforts like rain & sun shades, hot showers, USB charging stations, hammocks on deck, mats to sleep on deck (if you wish), thicker snorkel/swimming suits in the cooler months - One of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly ways to explore the Whitsunday Islands! - COVID CLEAN Practicing Business - Credit issued if you cannot make the tour due to government travel restrictions surrounding Covid-19