The Whitsundays


Airlie Beach is the gateway to the 74 islands that make up The Whitsundays. It is a vibrant town and is the perfect base from which to explore The Whitsundays. The Whitsundays lie midway along the Queensland coast – a group of Island bordered by the Great Barrier Reef and cradled by the calm and sheltering waters of the Coral Sea; a picturesque coastline of wooden peninsulas, sandy coves and welcoming holiday retreats.


Maxi Sailing 2 Day / 1 Night - Double Cabin Operated by: Explore Way - Maxi/Adventure


2 days/1 night Itinerary


Day 1: Abel Point Marina


Short on time - 18 to 35s and the young at heart. Depart at 8:30am, sail to the beach for swimming, relaxing. In the afternoon set sail again for a snorkelling destination and overnight stop.


Overnight: Anchored near an island. Day 2: - Abel Point Marina


Start the day with a snorkel on the fringing coral reefs, and then maybe time for a bushwalk on the islands. After lunch set sail and return to Abel Point Marina Airlie Beach.


Day Cruise to Reefworld Operated by: Fantasea Cruises


Camira Sailing Adventure Operated by: Cruise Whitsundays


Great Barrier Reef Adventures Operated by: Cruise Whitsundays


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Sightseeing


Travel by high-speed catamaran to Hardy Reef and Reefworld, the largest Australian-owned offshore facility on the Great Barrier Reef. Reefworld consists of two large floating pontoons, with conveniences such as change rooms, freshwater showers, children’s swimming enclosure, large open sundecks and extensive shaded areas where you can enjoy a lavish buffet lunch. Why not stay overnight at Reefworld?


Duration: 9 hours


Departs: Daily from Shute Harbour, Daydream Island and Hamilton Island. NOTE: Reef Sleep does not cater for children under 18 years.


Sightseeing


Camira is one of the world’s fastest sailing catamarans, 85 foot of pure adrenalin and capable of sailing speeds up to 30 knots. Its space-age design and spacious deck area provides the sail of a lifetime when exploring the Whitsunday Islands. Visit magnificent Whitehaven Beach with its white silica sands, explore secluded bays with crystal-clear waters and enjoy swimming and snorkelling during the day. Lunch is also included.


Duration: 10 hours


Departs: Daily from Airlie Beach, Daydream Island, Koala Adventure Island and Long Island. Return coach transfers from local area accommodation to Abel Point Marina.


NOTE: Departure times vary (starting from 8am) depending on the departure point.


Sightseeing


Cruise on the Whitsundays largest vessel Seaflight to Knuckle Reef, acclaimed as one of the region’s most spectacular Great Barrier Reef sites. Fitted with state-of- the-art stabilising equipment Seaflight offers the most comfortable ride available, with snorkel, semi-submersible Coral Explorers and glass-bottom boats all available. Includes coach pick-ups and drop-offs, superb buffet lunch and use of snorkelling gear.


L Duration: 9 hours


Departs: Daily from Abel Point Marina, Airlie Beach, Daydream Island, Long Island and South Molle Island from 7.30am


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AUSTRALIA The Whitsunday Coast Sightseeing


Things to do in the Whitsundays...


• Sail around the Whitsundays’ 74 Islands • Cruise to the Great Barrier Reef


• Let your feet sink into the white silica sand on Whitehaven Beach


• Snorkel among some 1500 species of fish and 400 types of coral


• Fly over heart reef for a bird’s eye view of this amazing icon


• Go whale watching or crocodile spotting


• Hike through a national forest on the Whitsundays Great Walk


• Watch the sun set over 74 islands of the beautiful Whitsundays


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