Sail, snorkel and sleep aboard between the islands
A three-day, two-night sailing trip through the Whitsunday Islands, including a stop at Whitehaven Beach and two snorkel sites on the reef. Meals, snorkel gear and a skipper/guide are included; cabins are shared twin-share below deck.
Highlights
- Whitehaven Beach and the Hill Inlet lookout
- Two guided snorkel stops on fringing reef
- Two nights aboard, twin-share cabins below deck
- Sunset drinks on deck each evening
Rough Itinerary
- Day 1: Board at Airlie Beach, safety briefing, sail to first anchorage, afternoon snorkel stop.
- Day 2: Morning at Whitehaven Beach and the Hill Inlet lookout walk, afternoon sail to second reef site for snorkelling.
- Day 3: Early snorkel stop, sail back to Airlie Beach, disembark by early afternoon.
✓ What's Included
- All meals aboard
- Snorkel gear
- Skipper and guide
- Bedding and linen
- Whitehaven Beach stop
✗ Not Included
- Transfers to Airlie Beach
- Alcoholic drinks (BYO permitted)
- Wetsuit hire (available on request)
- Travel insurance
💡 Good to Know
Cabins are shared twin-share and genuinely small — this suits travellers comfortable with basic boat living, not those wanting a private cabin. Bring reef-safe sunscreen; regular sunscreen is often not permitted due to reef protection rules.
FAQs
Do I need sailing experience?
No — the crew handles all sailing and navigation. You're a passenger, not required to help crew the boat.
What if I get seasick?
The Whitsundays are relatively sheltered by the Great Barrier Reef, so conditions are calmer than open ocean, but bring seasickness tablets if you're prone to it, just in case.
Is this trip suitable for solo travellers?
Yes — cabins are shared twin-share and solo travellers are commonly paired with another solo passenger of the same gender.