The 6 Best Sailing and Yacht Charters in Australia

1.2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar

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

Spend two nights aboard Avatar, the Whitsundays’ only commercial sailing trimaran, with up to 26 passengers. Sail from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach and quiet reef spots, snorkel with turtles and fish, and enjoy meals, guiding, and onboard accommodation. Expect simple food and tight sleeping quarters.

“I will try to report the facts, without entering into personal judgment because only bad words will come out. I state, in 7 participants we interrupted halfway through the tour, due to safety and health risk problems as the extremely precarious Read moreAuto-translated”

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2.Whitsunday Islands 2-Day Sailing Tour

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

Sail overnight from Airlie Beach aboard Matador, a small-group racing yacht with an English-speaking crew. You will snorkel reef sites, reach Whitehaven Beach early, eat fresh onboard meals, and sleep either below deck or beneath the stars. Expect a friendly, social trip, not a luxury cruise.

“Awesome trip! Very friendly crew, good food and cozy beds. Stunning snorkeling spots.”

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3.Camira Sailing Adventure through Whitsunday Islands

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

Spend about 10 hours aboard the Camira catamaran, sailing from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet. You’ll follow a guided path linked to the Ngaro people, swim, snorkel a fringing reef, and enjoy barbecue lunch, snacks, soft drinks, and alcohol after 10am or snorkeling.

“This should be a happy trip for my partner and I. We planed this trip for my birthday. But it has been ruined by a staff call Joel. He was so rude and seperate attitudes treated Asian and the others during the whole time . That’s not fair. He never stated rules clearly but only said no and stop. We are Australian citizens live in Brisbane for more than 15 years and first time feels raciest so badly in this trip! When we landed the white heaven bay we were the first group, then we thought we would be the first group back to Camira when we came back. We…”

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4.Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 398 reviews · 9 hours · from $183

Spend nine hours aboard a 16-meter schooner with a small group of up to 25 people. Snorkel an exclusive reef site, add a beginner or certified scuba session, visit Green Island, and sail back with wine, cheese, fruit, and cake.

“Fantastic and the crew was excellent Mat, Marie & Paul”

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5.2 Day & 2 Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Condor

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

Join Prosail Whitsundays at Coral Sea Marina for a 2-night sailing trip through the Whitsundays. You’ll sleep aboard, eat onboard, snorkel with provided gear, walk to Hill Inlet Lookout, and return to Airlie Beach around 11am on day three. BYO alcohol, with no glass or red wine.

“The passengers and crew were amazing and as a solo traveler I felt so embraced and comfortable sooner than I would’ve ever expected. I had a lovely time even though we didn’t catch the best conditions. Everyone’s attitude and williRead more”

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6.Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · from $99Best value

Join Pilgrim Magnetic Island at Boardwalk Restaurant and Bar in Nelly Bay for a 90-minute sunset sail on Cleveland Bay. The small yacht carries no more than 12 people and includes local cheese, unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks while you watch the sun drop over Magnetic Island.

“This experience was exceptional. The captain and crew were incredibly welcoming and very attentive throughout the entirety of the sail. We were provided with a unique experience, a stunning sunset and a delicious cheese platter. Especially recommend the pumpkin chutney.”

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