15 Sailing Trips in the Whitsundays That Survive a Second Look

1.Whitsundays Full-Day Camira Sailing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,307 reviews · 10 hours · from $183Our pick

Spend about 10 hours aboard Cruise Whitsundays’ Camira, sailing from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet. You’ll get a guided walk, beach time, reef snorkeling, morning and afternoon tea, a BBQ lunch, soft drinks, beer, and wine. Guides such as Dakota, Joel, Alison, and Mossi have earned praise for friendly, careful service.

“Very nice, but the trip is 9 hours and not 10 but that’s the only minor complaint. 1 hour extra at Whitehaven wouldn’t have hurt. But overall it was a great trip.”

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2.2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 771 reviews · from $466

Join a maximum of 26 people aboard Avatar, the Whitsundays’ only commercial sailing trimaran, for two nights among remote islands and calm snorkeling sites. Crew members may include Alex, Ella, Sammy, Dave, Tyler, or Casper. Expect Whitehaven Beach, Mantaray Bay, included meals, and basic sleeping quarters rather than hotel comfort.

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3.Whitsunday Islands 2-Day Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 452 reviews · 2 days · from $350

Spend two days and one night aboard Matador, a racing yacht sailing from Coral Sea Marina near Airlie Beach. You will snorkel reef sites, reach Whitehaven Beach early, eat fresh meals, and sleep onboard. The small-group trip has a friendly social feel, though cabins and shade are basic.

“My husband and I had an absolutely incredible time aboard Matador. Chris, Tony and Bella were a great team, keeping us entertained and pointing out all the sights. The snorkelling was amazing, and the trip to Whitehaven beach topped it off! Would highly recommend sailing with this crew, it has by far made our honeymoon an unforgettable experience!”

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4.Camira Sailing Adventure through Whitsunday Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 452 reviews · from $185

Spend about 10 hours aboard the Camira catamaran from Airlie Beach, sailing to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet. You’ll take a guided lookout walk, swim, snorkel at a fringing reef, and enjoy breakfast, snacks, a BBQ lunch, soft drinks, and alcohol after snorkeling. The group can reach 60 people.

“It was an amazing day with a wonderful crew who looked after us beautifully. The boat glided through the seas and we enjoyed delicious food throughout the day. The snorkelling and swim were most memorable.”

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5.2-Night Whitsundays Sailing Trip with Meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 389 reviews · 3 days · from $460

Spend two nights aboard a maxi yacht from Coral Sea Marina, sailing among the Whitsunday Islands with crew such as Alex, Kate, Max, or Kayla. Snorkel several reef sites, reach Whitehaven Beach early, help with meals, and sleep in open-plan bunk rooms. This is an active, social trip with shared facilities, not a private-cabin cruise.

“Our 2 night 3 day trip around the Whitsundays was incredible! Absolutely lovely people and lovely crew! Kate was our skipper and it was the first time being a skipper for her and she did an amazing job! Food was amazing and the snorkeling stops were great !”

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6.Whitsundays Sunset Sailing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 339 reviews · from $60Best value

Sail Pioneer Bay aboard Providence V, a traditional gaff-rigged schooner, for about two hours from Airlie Beach. You’ll share a glass of sparkling wine and light snacks while the crew, including skippers such as Jack and Alex, guides the boat toward sunset. The cruise returns to Coral Sea Marina, with up to 24 people aboard.

“Excellent view in the right weather. It can be intense at the start for those who haven’t done boat sailing before but it gets better! Definitely a better option than the other “party light” sunset cruise in terms of ambient.”

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7.2 Day & 2 Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Condor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 302 reviews · from $501Top rated

Spend three days and two nights sailing from Airlie Beach through the Whitsunday Islands aboard Condor. You will snorkel, hike to Hill Inlet Lookout, visit Whitehaven Beach, sleep in a comfortable onboard bed, and eat all meals at sea. The trip suits active adults, solo passengers, couples, and groups aged 18 to 45, with plans adjusted for weather and tides.

“The captain and crews (2) are friendly and very helpful. I felt that they try their very best to make us enjoyed our trip.”

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8.2-Day Whitsunday Islands Sailing Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 215 reviews · 60 hours · from $488

Spend 60 hours aboard Avatar, a fast trimaran sailing from Airlie Beach. You’ll snorkel coral reefs, visit Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, watch night wildlife beneath underwater lights, help raise the sails, and eat fresh crew-prepared meals. Expect a friendly social boat, basic sleeping quarters, and an itinerary shaped by weather and tides.

“Wow what an experience . From the induction , to meeting the highly experienced crew to the lovely fellow guests , the trip was a joy from start to finish . Great food , great snorkelling , amazing fish , turtles and sharks ! Yes sharks ! Great experience and very professional”

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9.Providence Whitehaven Beach Sailing and Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 214 reviews · from $142

Spend about nine hours aboard the 62-foot gaff-rigged schooner Providence, sailing from Coral Sea Marina to Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and a Whitsunday snorkeling site. Expect a slow, scenic ride, help with the sails or steering, tea and coffee, gear, and a maximum of 24 people. Lunch is available at extra cost.

“Bella l’esperienza della barca a vela e di veleggiare con il vento. Poca organizzazione nello snorkelling”

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10.2 Day & 2 Night Whitsundays Sailing Adventure on Broomstick

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · from $501

Spend two days and two nights aboard Prosail’s maxi yacht Broomstick from Airlie Beach. You’ll sail to Whitehaven Beach, walk to Hill Inlet Lookout, snorkel coral reefs, and share meals with a crew such as Ben, Bam, Lauren, Hugo, Bella, or Romain. Expect an active, social trip for up to 25 people.

“Before mentioning the trip- Ben, Bam and Lauren as crew were fantastic. Their attention to detail to make it the best trip possible didn’t go unnoticed. Ben as captain made everyone feel safe, involved and well educated. The trip itself was fantastic and jam packed from the moment your picked up to when your dropped off. 10/10”

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11.Lady Enid Sailing and Snorkeling Day Trip including Whitehaven Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 207 reviews · from $204

Spend 9 to 11 hours aboard the Lady Enid, a classic Australian timber yacht, with captain and crew members such as Pete, Jasmine, Chris, David, Andrew, and Jeremy. You will sail through the Whitsundays, visit Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, snorkel an island reef, and enjoy lunch, scones, fruit, sparkling wine, and cheese.

“A great day out on a classy vessel, a vibrant crew that added to the journey and great food. Always the dilemma though of not enough time at the 2 stops: Whitehaven Beach & snorkelling stop and yet back to shore almost an hour earlier. ThRead more”

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12.2 Day & 2 Night Whitsunday Sailing Adventure on Hammer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · from $501

Join Prosail Whitsundays aboard Hammer for three days of sailing from Airlie Beach. You’ll snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, walk to Hill Inlet Lookout, sleep aboard, and share meals with up to 23 fellow adventurers. Three crew members handle the sailing, food, and activities, with names such as Gabe, Miyabi, Donald, Hugo, Thomas, and Bam appearing among recent crews.

“Had such a fun time on hammer! Gabe, George, and Sebastian did a great job. Would book with prosail again!”

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13.Siska – 2 day 1 Night – Maxi Sailing Tour of the Whitsundays

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 155 reviews · from $351

Spend two days aboard the maxi yacht Siska from Airlie Beach, sailing through the Whitsundays, visiting Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, and snorkeling coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. You can help raise the sails, sleep in a single or half-double bunk, and enjoy meals with a small group of up to 23 people.

“Had the best time at Siska! The Crew was so friendly and took the best care for us! Jess, Laila and Matty introduced us to the world of Sailing wich was so much fun! They were so lovely and joyful that it felt like a Trip with friends! You’ll be at Read more”

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14.Whitsundays Sailing & Snorkelling Day Tour – All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 127 reviews · 8 hours · from $126

Spend eight hours aboard Tongarra, sailing from Coral Sea Marina to Langford Sandbar for snorkelling, a banana boat ride, lunch, and lookout time. The crew, including skippers such as Cooper and Nat, keeps the day social and easygoing. Beanbags, snacks, reef talks, and a sunset sail round out this active Whitsundays day.

“The crew Patrick, Kurt and Harry were all amazing and they made the trip fun and enjoyable for everyone. The food provided was good.”

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15.Adults-Only Whitehaven Beach Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 122 reviews · 10 hours · from $201

Join an adults-only sailing day from Airlie Beach aboard Lady Enid, a 72-foot Australian-built timber yacht carrying only 24 people. Expect tea and scones, Hill Inlet, Whitehaven Beach, lunch, optional snorkeling with gear provided, and sparkling wine with antipasto on the return trip.

“I am writing this comment for viper boat and the team. Great captain and crew, incredibly efficient and smooth sailing. Food is delicious and enough for everyone on the boat. Cold drinks and some surprises along the way. (Fruits and sweets) All the best team, you made our day amazing so far!”

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