Barefoot Cruises Vessels

Reef Odyssey – 3 or 6 night cruises Expedition style cruise ship 3 Night cruises depart on Saturday or Tuesday 6 Night cruise departs on Saturday – combining both 3 night cruises

A mini cruise ship able to carry 39 guests with accommodation ranging from twin cabins to deluxe staterooms. Reef Odyssey's cruises offer exceptional dining, spacious lounge areas and friendly unobtrusive service. You will find your cabin to be spacious with private facilities. Guests enjoy excellent cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere complemented by the idyllic tropical surroundings.

Reef Odyssey combines the amenities of a luxury yacht with the versatility of an expedition style cruise ship. This cruise allows you the opportunity to explore the remoter areas of the Whitsunday Islands as well as the outer Barrier Reef in complete comfort. Vessel Features: 6 deluxe staterooms with queen size bed 9 twin cabins with upper and lower single beds air conditioning Large observation and sundeck cocktail bar and lounge area 3 double staterooms with double bed 1 three berth cabin all rooms with private ensuites reference library 2 glass bottom boats Inclusions: all meals incl. morning and afternoon teas glass bottom boat tours presentations by marine biology guide guided walks and snorkelling tours introductory dive experience reef walking

Reef Odyssey Sample Itinerary
3 NIGHT CRUISE - SATURDAY
SATURDAY: Depart Shute Harbour for Hamilton Island. Cruise to Whitehaven Beach for swimming, beachcombing and a hike to Eagles Landing at Hill Inlet.

SUNDAY: Explore the coral chasms of Hook and Hardy Reefs. Overnight at Hardy Reef.

MONDAY: Visit Blue Pearl Bay on Hayman Island where you can go ashore for a walk or to the beach. Cruise through breathtaking Nara Inlet to see the aboriginal rock art then to Cid Harbour for our overnight anchorage.

TUESDAY: Hike to the lookout at Cid Harbour then cruise via the Molle group of islands before disembarking at Shute Harbour or Hamilton Island.

3 NIGHT CRUISE - TUESDAY
TUESDAY: Depart Shute Harbour for Hamilton Island. Cruise to Tongue Bay on North Whitehaven Beach for swimming, beachcombing or just lazing in the sun.

WEDNESDAY: Cruise to the Outer Barrier Reef and spend the day exploring the underwater wonders of Black Reef. Overnight at Line Reef.

THURSDAY: Return to the islands with a stopover at Langford Island for snorkelling and beach activities. Cruise to South Molle Island Resort where you can take a hike to the peak at Mt Jeffries for a birds eye view of the Whitsundays.

FRIDAY: Cruise via Dent Passage to Hamilton Island before returning to Shute Harbour.

6 NIGHT CRUISE - SATURDAY
Combine the two three night cruises for an extended Whitsunday getaway.

Note: Published itinerary and times may alter subject to weather or Captains discretion.

Coral Trekker – 3 or 6 night cruises Tall Ship Adventure 3 Night cruises depart on Saturday or Tuesday 6 Night cruise departs on Saturday – combining both 3 night cruises

Coral Trekker offers a traditional tall ship sailing experience for all ages with elements of adventure, participation and lots of activities. Accommodation is available for up to a maximum of 14 guests in double staterooms, twin cabins and one 4 berth cabin.

Join the crew in the rigging (they will show you the ropes) or just sit back and relax on the wide timber decks. The itinerary is unhurried, setting aside lots of time for strolling secluded beaches, snorkelling, scuba diving, hiking national park trails and beach barbecues.

Coral Trekker has a scuba diving compressor on board. The scuba instructor can cater for novice and introductory divers.

Vessel Features: Scuba diving instructor Accommodation in Double Staterooms, Twin Cabins and one 4 berth cabin Large open deck area Inclusions: All Meals incl. morning and afternoon teas Snorkelling equipment Linen and towels Services of 4 crew FREE scuba diving experience Coral Trekker - Sample itinerary 3 NIGHT CRUISE - SATURDAY - NORTHERN ISLANDS - Departs Abel Pt Marina Airlie Beach SATURDAY: Board at 1.00 p.m. Set sail for Hook Island for our overnight anchorage. SUNDAY: Snorkelling and scuba diving at Blue Pearl Bay on Hayman Island before setting sail for the Outer Barrier Reef. Overnight at Bait Reef. MONDAY: Explore the wonders of the Outer Barrier Reef before departing for Nara Inlet for our overnight anchorage. TUESDAY: View the aboriginal cave paintings before taking a hike through the rainforests of the fjord like inlet. Sail via Whitsunday Passage to Shute Harbour. Disembark at 12.00 p.m.

3 NIGHT CRUISE - TUESDAY - SOUTHERN ISLANDS - Departs Shute Harbour
TUESDAY: Depart Shute Harbour at 12.30 p.m. for Cataran Bay on Border Island for snorkelling, scuba diving or a hike to Mosstrooper Peak.

WEDNESDAY: Set sail for the famous Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island for swimming, beachcombing or just lazing in the sun. Take a walk to the spectacular lookout at Hill Inlet.

THURSDAY: Set sail through Solway Pass via Hamilton Island to South Molle Island. At South Molle you can go ashore to visit the resort or explore one of the many walking trails.

FRIDAY: Our last sail back to Abel Point Marina for disembarkation at 10.00 a.m.

6 NIGHT CRUISE - SATURDAY - Departs Abel Point Marina
Combine the two three night cruises for an extended Whitsunday getaway.

Note: Published itinerary and times may alter subject to weather or Captains discretion.

Windjammer - 3 or 6 night cruises Classic Schooner 3 Night cruises depart on Saturday or Tuesday 6 Night cruise departs on Saturday – combining both 3 night cruises

Elegant lines and fine craftsmanship of the trading schooners of yesteryear. 9 guests enjoy an intimate sailing holiday with an emphasis on relaxation, good food and personalised service.

Windjammer, a 72' gaff rigged schooner, is considered to be one of the most beautiful yachts ever to be built in Australia. She epitomises the grandest of schooner qualities, sailing at speeds of 10 knots or more on the beam and broad reaches. With her 2000 ft of sail area and raked masts she is certainly a spectacular sight.

Vessel Features: Stateroom with Queen size bed Double and twin cabins Max. of 9 guests Alfresco dining area Inclusions: All Meals incl. morning and afternoon teas Snorkelling equipment Linen and towels Services of 3 crew Windjammer Sample Itinerary 3 NIGHT CRUISE - SATURDAY - NORTHERN ISLANDS - Departs Abel Point Marina Airlie Beach SATURDAY: Boarding at 1.00 p.m. - Depart Airlie Beach for Blue Pearl Bay on Hayman Island for snorkelling and our overnight anchorage. SUNDAY: Explore the numerous bays and fringing reefs of Northern Hook Island. MONDAY: Sail to Nara fjord like inlet for a hike through rainforests to view ancient Aboriginal rock art. After lunch, set sail for our overnight anchorage of South Molle Island. TUESDAY: Hike to Mt Jeffries for a birds eye view of the 74 Whitsunday Islands. Depart for Shute Harbour. Disembark at 12.00 p.m.

3 NIGHT CRUISE - TUESDAY - SOUTHERN ISLANDS
TUESDAY: Depart Shute Harbour at 12.30 p.m. for Cataran Bay on Border Island for our overnight anchorage.

WEDNESDAY: Snorkel the fringing reefs of Border Island, before setting sail for famous Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island for swimming and beachcombing or a walk to the lookout at Hill Inlet.

THURSDAY: Sail through Solway Pass via Hamilton Island to South Molle Island. At South Molle you can go ashore to visit the resort or explore one of the many walking trails.

FRIDAY: Our last sail back to Abel Point Marina for disembarkation at 10.00 a.m.

6 NIGHT CRUISE - SATURDAY - Departs Abel Point Marina
Combine the two three night cruises for an extended Whitsunday getaway.

Note: Published itinerary and times may alter subject to weather or Captains discretion.

What to Bring: Soft sole shoes for the beach Hat, sunglasses, beach towel, sunscreen Swimmers and casual clothing Soft luggage only - no suitcases Private Charters and Corporate Events Barefoot Cruises can organise private charters and corporate events on any of their quality vessels.

Location
All cruises depart from Shute Harbour – you will however have to checkin at the office of Barefoot Cruises in Airlie Beach the day prior.

Fly into Prosperine and take a coach transfer to Airlie Beach. Or fly into Hamilton Island and take the launch transfer back to the mainland.