About this tour
Spend six hours sailing the Whitsunday Islands aboard a 60-foot catamaran built for comfort and access to the reef. The boat carries a maximum of 29 guests, giving you breathing room to snorkel vibrant coral gardens, paddle across crystalline water, or simply recline on deck whilst the skipper navigates the islands. Morning tea and a tropical lunch are included; bring your own drinks to chill in the onboard fridge. Ideal for swimmers aged five and up.
Highlights
- Small group sailing with just 29 passengers maximum
- Snorkel pristine Great Barrier Reef sections from tender
- Stand-up paddle boards and clear-bottom kayak included
- Jacuzzi, sundeck, and air-conditioned interior
- Morning grazing platter and tropical lunch supplied
- Professional skipper handles all navigation and safety
What to expect
You'll board at Coral Sea Marina and head out for a full day on the water. The catamaran has shaded and sunny zones, plus a working Jacuzzi—move between them as you please. Most stops involve anchoring near reef sections where you can gear up and enter the water via tender. Snorkelling reveals colourful fish and coral; paddleboards let you glide silently across shallows. Lunch is served onboard—fresh meats, salmon, salads and vegetarian options. The boat has three bathrooms and cold storage for your own drinks. If you can't swim, you're still welcome to sail, sunbake and watch others enjoy the water.
Good to know
Walk to Coral Sea Marina from Airlie Beach town centre. Cruise ship guests should confirm tender times—this tour won't work if your ship leaves before 3:45pm. Non-swimmers cannot participate in water activities but can relax onboard. Snorkelling requires you to climb a ladder from the tender. Bring reef-safe sunscreen and let them know any dietary needs when booking.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.