Itinerary · 13 nights · Airlie Beach to Airlie Beach

An Extended Island Exploration

Time for the outer reef properly, Bait Reef and the Ribbon Reefs, and lazy days nobody plans.

  • Year-round
  • 14 Days / 13 Nights
  • Airlie Beach to Airlie Beach
  • 14 days, 13 stops
  • Adventure
1

Airlie Beach Welcome

Airlie Beach

Day 1, Airlie Beach Welcome
  • Crew briefing and yacht orientation
  • Airlie Beach waterfront exploration
  • Local cafe and shop experience
  • Welcome dinner onboard
2

Long Island Discovery

Long Island

Day 2, Long Island Discovery
  • Rainforest hiking and trail exploration
  • Secluded bay discovery
  • Kayaking in clear waters
  • Beachside barbecue dinner
3

Shaw Island & Neck Bay

Shaw Island / Neck Bay

Day 3, Shaw Island & Neck Bay
  • Neck Bay snorkeling and swimming
  • Hidden cove exploration
  • Guided nature walk
  • Wildlife observation
4

Hamilton Island Exploration

Hamilton Island

Day 4, Hamilton Island Exploration
  • Golf buggy tour and wildlife park
  • Fine dining experience
  • Catseye Beach swimming
  • Water sports activities
  • One Tree Hill sunset views
5

Whitehaven Beach Paradise

Whitehaven Beach

Day 5, Whitehaven Beach Paradise
  • Swimming and sunbathing
  • Hill Inlet hike and panoramic views
  • Beach picnic experience
  • Photography opportunities
6

Border Island & Snorkeling

Border Island

Day 6, Border Island & Snorkeling
  • Coral reef snorkeling at Cateran Bay
  • Colorful marine life encounters
  • Dinghy exploration
  • Beach relaxation
7

Luncheon Bay Snorkeler's Paradise

Luncheon Bay

Day 7, Luncheon Bay Snorkeler's Paradise
  • Vibrant coral garden snorkeling
  • Abundant fish species encounters
  • Leisurely deck lunch
  • Kayak and paddleboard exploration
8

Hayman Island Luxury

Hayman Island

Day 8, Hayman Island Luxury
  • Luxury spa treatments
  • Gourmet dining experience
  • Island beach exploration
  • Walking trail adventures
9

Hardy Reef Experience

Hardy Reef

Day 9, Hardy Reef Experience
  • Heart Reef exploration and photography
  • Premier snorkeling and diving
  • Reefworld Pontoon tour
  • Scenic helicopter flight
10

Langford Island Escape

Langford Island

Day 10, Langford Island Escape
  • Sandy spit relaxation
  • Clear water swimming
  • Colorful reef snorkeling
  • Island viewpoint hike
  • Beachside bonfire
11

Stonehaven Bay Serenity

Stonehaven Bay

Day 11, Stonehaven Bay Serenity
  • Paddleboarding and snorkeling
  • Peaceful anchorage relaxation
  • Dinghy exploration
  • Scenic dinner onboard
12

Cid Island Natural Beauty

Cid Island

Day 12, Cid Island Natural Beauty
  • Nature walk through lush landscapes
  • Calm water snorkeling
  • Beach picnic experience
  • Sunset viewing
13

Daydream Island Recreation

Daydream Island

Day 13, Daydream Island Recreation
  • Living Reef exploration
  • Pool relaxation
  • Mini-golf and kayaking
  • Farewell dinner celebration
14

Return to Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach

Day 14, Return to Airlie Beach
  • Final Airlie Beach exploration
  • Town leisure time
  • Lagoon relaxation
  • Departure preparations

The idea of the week

Journey across the Whitsunday Islands at the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. In this comprehensive 14-day exhilarating adventure, you'll experience pristine beaches, vibrant marine life, and breathtaking landscapes. This itinerary is carefully curated to blend relaxation, exploration, and fun as we cruise through one of Australia's most beautiful regions. Each day brings new destinations, activities, and memories, ensuring an unforgettable experience.

Begin your journey at the bustling hub of Airlie Beach, then journey through the lush greeneries of Long Island and the underwater world of Shaw Island and Neck Bay. Visit iconic Whitehaven Beach with its pure white silica sand and stunning turquoise waters. Explore the vibrant underwater world of Border Island, followed by the snorkeler's paradise of Luncheon Bay. Indulge in the luxurious amenities of Hayman Island, experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef at Hardy Reef, and relax on Langford Island's long sandy spit perfect for swimming and snorkeling.

Cid Island's secluded beauty is perfect for nature walks and beach picnics, while Daydream Island charms its visitors with exciting recreational activities. This two-week voyage delivers serene and picturesque surroundings for water activities and relaxation, providing an incredible tropical adventure like no other.

  • Whitsundays
  • Island Hopping
  • Reef Snorkelling
  • Whitehaven Beach
  • 14-Day Luxury
  • Great Barrier Reef
  • Tropical Paradise
  • Ultimate Escape

What the week costs

The yacht's published weekly rate, plus an Advance Provisioning Allowance, customarily 30 percent, for fuel, food, drink and berths, plus local VAT where it applies. Every listing shows its rate.

How charter pricing works

Also on this coast

The Whitsundays insider guide, with our little black book, the season month by month and the other weeks we have planned.

Open Whitsundays

Woven into the week

What the crew arrange along the way

The parts of the week that need a phone call before you arrive: tables, guides, instructors and the toys on deck.

Extended Reef Snorkelling

Explore multiple pristine reef sites including Hardy Reef, Luncheon Bay, and Border Island with expert guidance.

  • Multiple world-class snorkel sites
  • Guided underwater exploration
  • Marine life identification
  • Photography opportunities
  • Equipment provided
Island Hopping Adventure

Visit and explore 10+ distinct islands across the Whitsundays, each with unique features and activities.

  • Multiple island visits
  • Cultural exploration
  • Nature and wildlife discovery
  • Beach activities
  • Historical site visits
Great Barrier Reef Experience

Comprehensive Great Barrier Reef exploration with diving, snorkeling, and optional helicopter tours.

  • Hardy Reef visits
  • Heart Reef viewing
  • Snorkeling and diving
  • Reefworld Pontoon tour
  • Helicopter flight option
PADI Dive Certification Course

Become a certified diver during your voyage with professional PADI instruction.

  • Professional PADI instruction
  • Multiple training dives
  • Certification documentation
  • Dive equipment rental
  • Post-certification reef exploration
Helicopter & Seaplane Tours

Experience the Whitsundays from above with scenic flights showcasing Heart Reef and island panoramas.

  • Helicopter tour option
  • Seaplane scenic flight
  • Heart Reef aerial views
  • Island panoramic perspective
  • Premium photography opportunities
Comprehensive Water Sports Package

Full access to all yacht water toys including kayaks, paddleboards, and optional jet skis throughout your voyage.

  • Unlimited kayaking and paddleboarding
  • Optional jet ski rental
  • Crew instruction available
  • Safety equipment provided
  • Multiple daily opportunities

From our charters here

The week, as it looked

Our own photographs from this coast, not stock.

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Yachts

Yachts available in Whitsundays right now

Live from our charter list, in a different order every visit so you see the range. Every rate is the real weekly figure from the listing.

MISCHIEF

MISCHIEF

Baglietto · 54m · 2006, refit 2024

12 guests | 6 cabins | 14 crew

$295k

RASCAL

RASCAL

Sunseeker · 35m · 2015, refit 2022

10 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew

A$150k

BLUESTONE

BLUESTONE

Gulf Craft · 31m · 2023

10 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew

A$110k

FENG

FENG

Sunreef · 22m · 2013, refit 2023

8 guests | 4 cabins | 4 crew

$45k

ENCORE

ENCORE

Horizon · 30m · 2011, refit 2021

8 guests | 4 cabins | 4 crew

A$9k – 90k

LUMIR

LUMIR

Heesen · 37m · 2005, refit 2013

10 guests | 4 cabins | 6 crew

A$140k

ORRAIA

ORRAIA

Horizon · 27m · 2024

10 guests | 5 cabins | 4 crew

A$13k – 132k

4A

4A

Sanlorenzo · 39m · 2007, refit 2008

10 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew

$120k

PAZIENZA

PAZIENZA

Cantiere Delle Marche · 35m · 2024

11 guests | 5 cabins | 5 crew

$150k

TRUE NORTH

TRUE NORTH

null · 50m · 2005, refit 2020

36 guests | 18 cabins | 22 crew

A$645k

MASTEKA 2

MASTEKA 2

37m · 2009, refit 2021

12 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew

$99k – 125k

AROONA

AROONA

null · 22m · 2010

9 guests | 3 cabins | 2 crew

A$52k

ENCORE

ENCORE

Horizon · 30m · 2011, refit 2021

8 guests | 4 cabins | 4 crew

A$90k

PAZIENZA

PAZIENZA

Cantiere delle Marche · 35m · 2024

11 guests | 5 cabins | 5 crew

$150k

LA MAR

LA MAR

Lazzara · 24m · 2011

8 guests | 4 cabins | 2 crew

A$60k

NISI

NISI

NISI · 25m · 2013

6 guests | 4 cabins | 3 crew

A$56k

ORRAIA

ORRAIA

Horizon · 28m · 2024

10 guests | 5 cabins | 4 crew

A$132k

MASTEKA 2

MASTEKA 2

MonteFino · 38m · 2009, refit 2022

12 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew

$125k

PARADISE

PARADISE

Horizon · 35m · 2014

10 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew

A$210k

TELEOST

TELEOST

Feadship · 49m · 1998, refit 2023

12 guests | 5 cabins | 10 crew

$195k

SUNSET

SUNSET

Sunseeker · 35m · 2019

12 guests | 5 cabins | 5 crew

A$145k – 155k

21 yachts in rotation. The order changes with every visit so no boat is always last.

Back to Whitsundays

The other weeks we have planned on this coast, and when to go.

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