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The Whitsundays
Travel to the Whitsundays
Airlie Beach is located in North Queensland, 1150km’s north of
Brisbane and 630km’s south of Cairns.
Airports - Whitsunday Coast Airport at Proserpine [PPP].
30 minute shuttle or taxi transfer to Airlie Beach.
- Hamilton Island Airport [HTI]. Transfer via
ferry to the mainland and Shuttle to Airlie Beach.
Whiteh aven Beach
Typical Anch
orages for 2 or
3 day tour
Fringing Reef
Snorkel Areas
Main Rendezv
ous Dive Stops
The Whitsundays consist of 74 islands located in
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HOOK
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Fraser Island
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DAYDREAM
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BORDER
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Since 1985 we have been providing Whitsunday
Sailing Tours. Guests can choose between TallShip
Solway Lass or Deluxe Sail and Cruise. Whether
travelling independently, as a couple, or with
a group we have a tour option available. Our
experienced crew take the worry out of sailing
around the islands and reefs. With all Marine and
Park Permits, we will take you to the best
locations planned around the prevailing wind
and tides. There are many smooth water
stops nestled around the islands, so overnight
anchorages are pleasant for sleeping and offer
spectacular scenery!
To CAIRNS
Saba
Bay
Nara Inlet
WHITSUNDA
Y
Island
LONG
Island
DENT
Island
PINE Island
What to Pack
Tour Inclusions
Hill Inlet
Whitehaven
Beach
Reservations, Confirmations, Check-in
All Guests are asked to check-in for a briefing & to pick-up boarding
passes at Shop 1, 4 The Esplanade Airlie Beach.
We are open 7:30am to 7:00pm.
Guests who check-in online are still required to come to our office to
pickup Boarding Passes.
Div e op tio n
During a typical 2 or 3 day tour, along with the
fs
Sno rke l on Frin ging Cor al Ree
Sailing, there will be time to:
> Snorkel coral reefs teeming with marine life
> Visit stunning sand and coral Beaches
Langfo rd Reef
> Go for Guided Island Bush Walks
> Meet our dive boat ‘Tornado’
www.explorewhitsundays.com Freecall : 1800 675 790 Participation
Shop 1, 4 Airlie Esplanade Airlie Beach Queensland 4802
If you want to participate in the sailing, you can
Conditions
help hoist the sails, trim the sails, or take the helm.
Meals
Our crew will freshly prepare all meals, breakfast,
morning tea, lunches, pre-dinner snacks and hot
dinners. Feedback sheets completed by guests
generally rate meals at 10/10 for all tours.
Port of
Airlie Marina
(Departure Area)
HAMILTON
Island
Typical Tour
Wa lk to Hil l Inle t Loo kou
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E: res@explorewhitsundays.com
From Overseas : +617 4946 4999
We recommend travel insurance to protect against loss of valuables,illness,
or late cancellations. Cancellation fees apply up to 100%. Cancellations
must be supplied 72 hours prior to departure. Sailing and snorkelling can
be dangerous activities & while crew take every effort to ensure guest
safety, we cannot be held responsible for the action of guests, beyond
our control. We reserve the right to change vessels to a similar standard
or alter tours for guest comfort/safety. Alcohol is BYO on Whitsunday
Blue. Solway Lass has a licensed bar & drinks are reasonably priced.
Sometimes the weather makes it impossible to get to all the Whitsunday
Icons. No refunds are made for changed itineraries.
whitsundays
Sailing
Snorkelling
Scuba Diving
Island Walks
Guests are asked to pack in a soft bag. We suggest: Swimmers,
Sarong, Beach Towel, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Jacket or Sweater,
Hat, Camera (& batteries), Sandals/Joggers/Thongs, Toiletries,
and your favourite music CD’s or iPods.
Services of Captain and Crew, all meals (including special diets),
snorkel gear and instruction and linen. Activities: sailing,
snorkelling, coral viewing, island visits and guided bush walks.
Langford Reef
Ecotourism Australia.
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Mackay
Rockhampto
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as the Ecotourism Certification, administered by
Luncheon &
Mantaray
Bays
Blue Pearl Ba
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Airlie Beach
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Cairns
Townsville
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Whitsunday Islands
Great Barrier Reef
Tall Ship & Deluxe Sailing Tours
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The Islands
with 66 in their natural state. The area is well pro-
e
Queensland Rail - Services to Proserpine from Brisbane or Cairns,
with Bus or Taxi transfer to Airlie Beach.
Tongue Bay
rier Reef Marine Park. These islands are pristine,
Explore Whitsunday’s
Check In Office
Express Coach - Services are available to Airlie Beach.
Oz Experience also stops in Airlie Beach.
Hill Inlet
the middle of the World Heritage Listed Great Bar-
Abel Point Marina
Departure Area
Tall Ship Sailing
Deluxe Sailing
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Solway Lass is a famous square rigged Tall Ship with 10 sails. Cruises
•
10 Air Conditioned Guest Cabins
•
2 x Private Double Cabins with Ensuite
•
4 x Double/Twin Cabins with Share Bathrooms.
(The cabins with a double & single above can be
booked as a triple share)
•
4 or 6 Share Cabins with Share
•
Bathrooms
•
Licensed Bar and Lounge Area
•
Deck Space Galore with Bow Net
•
Large Shaded Mid Deck Area
•
Tarzan Rope Swing
•
Glass Bottom Boat for Coral Viewing Excursions
•
Services of Captain and crew
•
Local transfer from Airlie Beach to Marina and return
Single
Double
4
AFT
DECK
9
8
7
Double
Single
5
6
Double
Solway Lass Deck Level
BAR
MID DECK,
Seating & Dining
Helm
Lounge & Seating
Shaded Deck Area
Awning slides away
when required
CREW
Bunks
3
Bunks
2
Bunks
1
GUEST CABIN AREA
WC 10
Four Share Cabin
Bunks
Bunks
WC
Bunks
of the Whitsundays are leisurely paced and include time to snorkel or
dive the Coral Reefs which extend from the islands, take coral viewing
excursions in the glass bottom boat, bushwalk to lookouts and visit
the magnificent Whitehaven Beach. Guests are welcome to join
in and help set the massive sails or just enjoy the sailing
from a bygone era. While at Anchor, try the tarzan swing,
a unique way to enter the water, relax out in the bow net
or enjoy a cold beer, cocktail or wine from the licenced bar.
Galley
Cr uis e for Co up les
4
CABIN CABIN
(3 night Code: 3D3NSL - 6 night Code: 6D6NSL)
Bunks
res
Join the French built Catamaran Whitsunday Blue for a deluxe sailing experience
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Adve
ing
Sail
exploring the Whitsunday Islands. With only 8 guests, the 2 crew can focus on
preparing sumptuous gourmet meals and guiding guests on intimate excursions,
including bushwalks and visiting beautiful beaches. On-board, relax in the air conditioned lounge or the shaded back
deck. The forward deck is a great spot to sunbathe or sit in the net and watch the water lapping below. Accommodation is
comfortable with 3 ensuite double cabins and 1 cabin with share bathroom. Each cabin has an opening hatch and DVD player.
A clear bottom kayak is available to do coral viewing.
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Double
Single
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28 Metres 32 Guests 6 Crew
3 or 6 Night Cruises
Departs 7:30pm Sat or Tue
Bunks
CABIN
Solway Lass
Bunks
CABIN
3
Single
1
Double
12 Metres, 8 Guests 2 Crew
2 or 3 Night Cruises
2 Night Departs 4:00pm Tue, Thur
3 Night Departs 4:00pm Sat
Bunks
Whitsunday Blue
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