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| The Whitsundays |
Cruising the Whitsundays |
Snorkeling the Reef |
Sailing the Whitsundays |
Whitsunday Sailing - Cruising the Great Barrier Reef
Magnificent tropical islands, white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, sheltered coves plus idyllic calm water sailing and cruising. Whatever your preference, be it the slap of sail and creak of timber, the adrenalin surge on an ocean racer or the pleasures of luxury cruising, one of the following Barefoot Sailing vessels will give you a voyage of discovery.
Nestled in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, the Whitsundays share the same idyllic climate as the Bahamas, the Caribbean and Tahiti. The scenery is spectacular, the marine life is teeming with vivid colors and magnificent corals are waiting to be explored. The fringing coral reefs, tropical rainforests, pristine beaches and crystal clear waters, largely untouched by man, make this one of the most beautiful sailing and cruising destinations in the world.
World Heritage listed, the Whitsundays form part of the world's largest National Park. Comprising some 74 islands the Whitsunday Group is primarily uninhabited. However if you pine for civilization there is always one of the internationally renowned island resorts (Hayman Island & Hamilton Island) from which to choose.
The warm aquamarine waters range between 20 and 25 deg.C (68 - 78 deg.F) year round. Summers (Jan-Apr) are warm with frequent rain showers. Winters (June-Aug), considered perfect by many, are warm by day and cool by night.
Getting To
the Whitsundays: Domestic airlines have daily flights
into Proserpine and Hamilton Island from all major cities
on the East Coast of Australia. It takes about 45 minutes
by bus or taxi from Proserpine airport to Airlie Beach and
Shute Harbour. From Hamilton Island there are water taxis,
ferries (taking about 1 hour) and air taxi services (10
minutes) to Shute Harbour.
Barefoot Cruises - Australia
Windjammer Barefoot Cruise
From US $874.00 per person
The Windjammer: A 72' gaff rigged schooner designed along the lines of the trading and fishing schooners that plied the East coasts of America for 200 years. Launched in 1994, she is one of the most beautiful yachts ever to be built in Australia with elegant lines and fine craftsmanship. She sails at speeds of 10 knots or more and with her 2000 ft of sail area and raked masts she is a spectacular sight. Below decks she is luxuriously appointed - accommodation is for up to 10 guests in 4 Cabins.
The large uncluttered decks are ideal
for soaking up the warm tropical sunshine and spacious aft
cockpit to enjoy a leisurely lunch or view the magnificent
sunsets. Fully crewed with a captain and hostess, guests
are encouraged to take the wheel, tend the sheets, or for
the more adventurous, climb the ratlines and fine tune the
canvas 70 feet above the deck. For an active or relaxing
holiday in the Whitsunday Islands. Cruises begin/end in
Airlie Beach.
| Cruise Rates Valid to 31 March 2009 |
Share Berth PP |
Double PP |
Stateroom PP |
| 6 night cruise - Sat 1pm / Fri 10am |
$1574.00 |
$1777.00 |
$2115.00 |
| 3 night cruise - Sat 1pm / Tue 12pm & Tue 12pm
/ Fri 10am |
$874.00 |
$987.00 |
$1175.00 |
Coral Trekker Sailing Safari Sail - Snorkel & Explore
From US $605.00 per person
Sailing on a square-rigger is a unique experience. The crew will show you the best of the Whitsunday Islands. During the cruise you sail to Hook Island, Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island, Border Island, and Blue Pearl Bay on Hayman Island. You can join in and help sail or just relax on deck and enjoy the warm tropical sunshine. You can hike through rainforest and discover Aboriginal Rock Art or swim in a water hole.
Sailboards, snorkeling gear, diving
also available so when you drop anchor there's always plenty
to do.
| Cruise Rates Valid to 31March 2009 |
Mutlti-Share Berth PP |
Double PP |
Stateroom PP |
| 6 night cruise - Sat 1pm / Fri 10am |
$1415.00 |
$1584.00 |
$1683.00 |
| 3 night cruise - Sat 1pm / Tue 12pm & Tue 12pm
/ Fri 10am |
$785.00 |
$879.00 |
$935.00 |
Broomstick
Maxi Sail & Diving
From US$338.00 per person
76 foot Maxi
Yacht 'Broomstick', is extremely popular with both sailors
and divers. The only liveaboard Sail / Dive Maxi Yacht
in the southern hemisphere. With a maximum of 21 guests
and six crew, this cruise ensures that all your expectations
are fulfilled. From grinding the winches and hoisting
the massive main sheet to diving the Outer Reef (weather
permitting), snorkeling and diving fringing reefs, swimming
and lazing on Whitehaven Beach, and enjoying the starry
night skies of an evening. This is the Ultimate Sailing
and Diving adventure, whether an experienced diver, first
timer, or happy snorkeler, this cruise offers a fantastic
combination of adventure both above and below the water.
2
day - 2 night Maxi Sail / Dive - Departs Abel
Point Marina 1pm Mon, Wed & Sat. Return
11am Mon, Wed & Fri
Share Cabin Single Berth: $338.00 pp.
Excludes:
Government fees and related charges of AUD$33 (including
$15.00 EMC, QPWS fees as applicable, local government jetty
fees and administrative charges)
Valid from 01 April to 31 March 2008
Certified and Introductory Dives: $71.00. Diving
payable onboard. Rendezvous diving is subject to the availability
of the rendezvous dive vessel and cruise requirements
Professionally Crewed & Catered Sailing Holidays Include
Skipper & Crew/Host, on-board accommodation, great meals,
use of fresh bed linen and snorkeling equipment. Guests
get a flexible, quality, value for money cruise around the
Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
Other boats & Adventures are available such as Tallship
Adventures, Classic Sailing, Performance & Fun
Cruising, Sail & Dive Adventures - phone our California
office for details: 1-800-227-5317
Rates
do not include the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Levy.
All rates are quoted in US Dollars and are
per person, share twin basis, subject to exchange rate fluctuations..
Valid 01 April 2008 to 31 March 2009. Tour Code: 9FCRZ4
Updated
Page 05 March 2008
