Sailing the Whitsunday Islands is something you must do when you are in Australia. We have listed all the tours leaving from Airlie Beach daily.
You can go ahead and hire a boat to sail yourself, or book a tour with a crew on board and relax.
We have listed Whitsundays tours that cover both options, some take a lot of travellers while others offer a more personalized experience.
Should you wish to stay in the area we also have a guide on Airlie Beach accommodation. You can stay in hostels, caravans, hotels and more.
The Whitsunday Island sailing tours cover half day, full day and over night stays. Packages come at budget level and more expensive for travellers looking for luxury.
The sailing trips include refreshments and snorkeling equipment. Should you want to do some scuba diving it will cost a little more, all is explained on the package pages.
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If you are looking for a good deal on a sailing holiday you can save money by booking the sailing tour and accommodation separately.
The most popular sailing tours across the Whitsundays include:
- Thundercat Speed Boat Tour
- Whitsunday Bullet
- Ride to Paradise Catamaran Tour
- Blizzard Modern Yacht Package
- Mandrake 52ft Long Ocean Racer Yacht
To see people enjoying the Thundercat speed boat tour take a look at the video below:
Take a look at our package reviews and price guide below to help you decide which tour to choose.
Whitsunday Islands Sailing Package Reviews
Take note that the price listed are to be used as a guide only, the price may go up or down slightly for your selected travel dates.
Half Day Tours
Jetski Tour
This is a Whitehaven beach half day tour on JetSki’s. This package explores the beautiful Pioneer Bay, Port of Airlie and 2 Islands. This safari tour is around 2.5 hours long and takes you past South Molle Island and Day Dream Island on a thrilling adventure. The tour is fully guided by trained instructors and often encounters Sea turtles, dugongs and sea birds. Each ski can take 2 people. You will get a qualified guide, all jetski apparel is provided. The adventure operates daily in most weather conditions. Thorough safety briefing and demonstrations provided by a qualified tour guide. We have 10 jet skis available per tour (maximum of 16 people). Families and groups are most welcome
Price: $280 (two per jetski)
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach (twice a day)
Days: Everyday
Departure Time: Morning – 9:00am. Afternoon 1.00pm (last 3.5 hours)
Skydive
Take in the stunning views across the Whitsundays from the air. Feel the absolute ultimate thrill and way to view the magnificent glory the Whitsundays has to offer. The airport is just minutes from Airlie Beach and you will be provided free return transfers to your accommodation. Jump from the incredible altitude of up to 15,000 feet directly over the crystal clear waters and sparkling white sands of these stunning tropical islands of the Whitsundays.
Price: $109
Departure Location: Check-in shop address: 1/265 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach (across the road from Base)
Days: Everyday
Departure Time: Varies
One Day Tours
ZigZag Speed Boat Package
This package is the lowest possible price you will ever get for a one day tour around the Whitsundays. It is on board a fast paced speed boat and is the only day trip around that offers a tour of the Palm Bay Resort on Long Island. Not only is this package cheap, it is unique too. Well worth the money and has received amazing reviews. You will also get 2 snorkel locations and 90 minutes on Whitehaven Beach. All this in one day makes it the most action-packed Whitsundays tour on the market.
Price: $105
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Departure Time: 8:00am. and returns between 4:00pm – 4.30pm
Thundercat Speed Boat Tour
This package is an exciting ride on a catamaran, the boat is so fast it is recommended for those that don’t fare too well on the sea. The one day tour visits Hill Inlet Look Out at Whitehaven Beach, 2 beaches, and 2 snorkel locations. Thundercat is ideal for all travelers including singles, couples, groups, and families.
This one includes Hamilton Island day trips from Airlie Beach.
Price: $179
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Everyday
Departure Time: 9:00AM. and returns later that day at 5.00pm
Fury Speed Boat Tour
This is a fast paced day trip visiting Hill Inlet Lookout and the south end of Whitehaven Beach. You will get time snorkeling the coral reefs and have lunch on Whitehaven Beach. The boat itself has 4 engines totaling 900 horsepower, with this kind of speed there will be no seasickness.
Price: $160
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Everyday
Departure Time: 10:00am. and returns the same day at 5.00pm
Whitsunday Bullet (scuba diving)
One of the few trips at this low price that offers scuba diving. Snorkeling is also included, the scuba diving must be pre-booked. The Whitsunday Bullet visits Hill Inlet lookout and the south end of Whitehaven Beach. The vessel was purpose built for speed and comfort. It has a top speed of 25 knots so you can be assured of getting to your destination quickly and in style.
Price: $179
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Everyday
Departure Time: 9:00am. and returns the same day at 4.30pm
Ocean Rafting Northern Tour (Includes Lunch and Sunsuit)
Ride on semi-rigid inflatable vessels across the Whitsundays. Each one can take up to 32 passengers, personal snorkelling lessons are available. A buffet style lunch is served at the beach with plenty of time to swim in the turquoise ocean or just relax on the silica white sand. This Northern tour visits Hill Inlet Lookout on Whitehaven Beach and 2 snorkelling locations.
Price: $175
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Everyday
Departure Time: 8:45am and returns the same day at 3:30pm
Over Night Tours
Many of these trips are from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island. To discover more about each package simply click the “Book Now” text.
Freight Train Yacht Package
This package gives you the chance to sail around the islands on a yacht. The adventure includes a visit to the Whitsunday islands and visits Hill Inlet Lookout at Whitehaven Beach plus 3 snorkel locations. The tour takes 18 guests with 3 crew. The accommodation is dorm style with a mixture of singles and doubles available. This option is best for people looking for a more relaxed chilled out trip with fewer guests on board than most other packages.
Price: $250
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
Departure Time: 8.30am. and returns the next day at 4.00pm
Ride to Paradise Catamaran Tour
This is a very different package to many others. You get the chance to stay at a luxury resort and explore all the wonderful islands by day, absolute paradise. This package is for anyone aged 18 and up. The accommodation has a mixture of private doubles, twin and dorm rooms. Each day you will leave the resort on a fast comfortable catamaran and visit iconic locations around the Whitsundays.
Price: $589
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Monday Wednesday and Saturday
Departure Time: 2:30pm. and returns 2 days later at 12.00pm
Tongarra – Backpackers and Students Tour (catamaran sailing trip)
This package is for the youngsters out there aimed at backpackers and students looking for a good time on a budget. The tour visits the best destinations in the Whitsundays including Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout and snorkeling the coral filled bays that surround the islands.
Price: $489
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Departure Time: 2:30 pm. and returns 2 days later at 12.00pm
Blizzard Modern Yacht Package
This tour is onboard a stunning yacht which has been purpose-built for the Whitsunday market. The tour visits Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Look Out and some of the best snorkeling locations in the world. The yacht is very comfortable with five cabins, three bathrooms and a spacious saloon all below deck.
Price: $525
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Departure Time: 4:00 pm. and returns 2 days later at 2.00pm
Habibi – 60ft Long Steel Ketch Tour
This adventure is onboard a 60ft long steel ketch and is fun filled from start to finish mainly aimed at backpackers and students. The trip is perfect for ages 18-35 who are looking to explore the islands in comfort, the Habibi takes 26 guests and has 3 crew.
Price: $459
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Wednesday,Friday and Sunday
Departure Time: 2:00pm. and returns 2 days later at 12.00pm
Spank Me – Backpacker Sailing Tour
This sailing trip is perfect for ages 18-35, it is aimed at backpackers and students on a tight budget. You will visit Whitehaven Beach including the famous Hill Inlet Lookout on the Northern End. Snorkel locations can include Luncheon Bay, Caves Cove, Blue Pearl Bay plus many more destinations. With a professional fun crew and a boat built to win races, you will have the time of your life visiting the Whitsundays on this famous Australian yacht.
Price: $474
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Wednesday,Friday and Sunday
Departure Time: 1:00pm. and returns 2 days later at 10.30am
Mandrake 52ft Long Ocean Racer Yacht
This is the perfect Tour for anyone wanting to take a small group on a budget around the islands. The trip is perfect for ages 18-35 who want a relaxed atmosphere. You will visit Whitehaven Beach including the famous Hill Inlet Lookout on the Northern End. Snorkel locations can include Luncheon Bay, Caves Cove, Blue Pearl Bay plus many more.
Price: $474
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday,Thursday and Saturday
Departure Time: 3:00pm. and returns 2 days later at 12.30pm
Avatar Trimaran Package
This is our most popular student/backpacker tour of the Whitsundays. The Avatar is the only commercial trimaran in the region. This sailing trip is perfect for ages 18-35. All meals, Linen, Snorkel Equipment, Wetsuits are included in the price. This is one really great deal at an affordable price. What sets Avatar apart from all the other Whitsundays Tours is its size, At 67 feet long and 54 feet wide there is plenty of room to sun-bake on the comfortable nets and watch the Whitsundays cruise by.
Price: $534
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday,Thursday and Saturday
Departure Time: 11:30am. and returns 2 days later at 9.30am
Entice – Luxury Overnight Yacht Tour
This modern yacht takes only 10 guests to ensure a more personalised trip of the Whitsundays. Visit Whitehaven Beach including the world famous lookout at Hill Inlet plus snorkel multiple snorkel locations around the islands in the coral filed bays. Private bedrooms are available with their own private bathrooms. You will not find a more comfortable way to travel the Islands.
Price: $525
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
Departure Time: 4:00 pm. and returns 2 days later at 2.00pm
New Horizon 21-Meter Wooden Sailing Vessel Package
This is the perfect way to experience the Whitsunday Islands on a small budget. This tour is the only boat at such a cheap price that has air-conditioning and large comfortable beds. This sailing tour is one of only a few that has an onboard diving board and a giant inflatable slide. This is a student and backpacker tour. All meals, Linen, Snorkel Equipment, Wetsuits, movie lounge, dive platform, 7metre inflatable waterslide are included in the price. Scuba Diving is available on the tour at $60 per dive.
Price: $499
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday Monday, Thursday and Saturday
Departure Time: 2:00 pm. and returns 2 days later at 11.30am
Atlantic Clipper – Backpackers Yacht Sailing Tour
This tour is for backpackers and students looking to see the area on a tight budget. It is aimed at people aged 35 and below, the clipper has two waterslides and a 6-metre dive platform to ensure maximum fun is achieved. Taking up to 52 guests this massive cruising yacht has air-conditioning, two waterslides, a 6-metre dive platform, 21 cabins, hot showers, a heated spa bath for 12 and scuba dive facilities. The tour is famous for its crew and fun games played onboard. If you are looking for a fun and energetic cruise with social drinks at night, This is the tour for you.
Price: $549
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Departure Time: 2:30 pm. and returns 2 days later at 12.00pm
O’Nice Whitsundays Two Day Two Night Tour
This tour is on a modern yacht and can take just ten guests at any one time. Visit Whitehaven Beach including the world famous lookout at Hill Inlet plus snorkel multiple snorkel locations around the islands in coral filed bays. This is considered a luxury package with accommodation at the high end of the scale having private double bedrooms with ensuites available. If you are looking for a sailing tour with low guest numbers, comfortable living arrangments and exhilarating sailing then this is the Whitsundays Tour for you.
Price: $525
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Departure Time: 4:00 pm. and returns 2 days later at 2pm
Condor Whitsundays 2 Day 2 Night Tour
This 80-foot maxi yacht now takes 28 guests on a sailing adventure around the Whitsunday Islands including up to 4 hours on Whitehaven Beach and three vibrant snorkelling locations.
Price: $499
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
Departure Time: 2:00 pm and returns 2 days later at 11.00am
Apollo – Sailing Tour with Scuba Diving as Extra
This tour lasts 3 days and 2 nights, it also has the option to do some scuba diving. You will visit Whitehaven Beach, Hill inlet lookout and much more. All meals, Linen, Snorkel Equipment, Wetsuits, 1 Free Dive (30 min minimum) is included in the price, no additional unexpected charges. If you want a real sailing tour on a real racing vessel then this is the trip for you.
Price: $589
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Monday, and Friday
Departure Time: 8.00am. And returns 3 days later at 3.30pm
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