Sunsail is the world's leading sailing holiday company with bases in 23 countries across 35 exotic cruising destinations. Our Australian base is located on Hamilton Island - the heart of the beautiful Whitsunday Islands and the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Now listed as a World Heritage National Park, there are over 74 stunning islands and hundreds of anchorages and islets to explore when sailing the Whitsunday’s. This area is a year-round cruising destination with a subtropical climate affording mild winters and very warm sunny summer months.

The islands are renowned for their stunning beauty, crystal clear waters, dazzling, deserted beaches and spectacular fringing reefs. A usual cruise will have you enjoying Whitehaven Beach, snorkelling stunning Mantaray Bay, bush walking and exploring aboriginal caves in Nara Inlet.

Luxury Crewed Cruises allow you to book a private cabin aboard a luxury Sunsail yacht for an unforgettable sailing getaway with a professional skipper and host. Full gourmet provisioning is provided and prepared by the yacht’s host, using the freshest daily ingredients to create meals that reflect the traditional cuisine of the cruising area. Inclusions • 3 nights accommodation in a private double cabin • Professional skipper and host/cook • Marine park taxes • All meals and beverages (BYO alcohol) • Linen • Use of the yachts’ windsurfers, kayaks and snorkelling equipment throughout the cruise Yacht Details: Luxury Crewed Cruises in the Whitsundays are held aboard a Bahia 46 catamaran.

Bahia 46 - This vessel was launched in 2001 and is luxury afloat. She is 14 metres long with a 7.3 metre beam and has a 1.3 metre draft. The yacht is powered by 2 x 38hp engines when not otherwise under sail. Maximum guests catered for is 8 and 2 crew. Enjoy 4 x double cabins and 4 bathrooms. Polished timber features heavily throughout and gives that totally nautical feel. The décor is modern and colourful, the lounge room area is spacious and very comfortable. There is room on the upper deck to relax in the afternoon with a cool drink under the stars with just the lapping of the water confirming you are at sea.

Cruise Itineraries: Sunsail offers a choice of Luxury Crewed Cruises
Option 1 - Commence Monday (2pm) and disembark Thursday (10am)
Monday: Arrive Sunsail Base. Board yacht at 1400 hours and sail to Cid Harbour
Tuesday: Sail from Cid Harbour to Mantaray Bay for snorkelling and beach fossicking. Overnight anchorage at Stonehaven
Wednesday: Sail from Stonehaven to Whitehaven Beach for an afternoon of relaxation. Overnight anchorage at Whitehaven.
Thursday: Return to Hamilton Island Marina and depart yacht by 10am

Option 2 - Commence Friday (2pm) and disembark on Monday (10am)
Friday: Arrive Sunsail Base and board yacht at 1400 hours. Sail to Whitehaven Beach for overnight anchorage
Saturday: Sail from Whitehaven Beach to Mantaray Bay for snorkelling. Overnight anchorage at Stonehaven.
Sunday: Sail from Stonehaven anchorage to Nara Inlet for afternoon of exploring caves and waterfalls
Monday: Return to Hamilton Island Marina and depart yacht by 10am

Sail and Stay Packages
For the ultimate in luxury and rejuvenation, why not combine three nights afloat on one of our Luxury Crewed 'By The Cabin' Cruises with three nights at Hamilton Island or Daydream Island Resort and Spa.

Why choose a Luxury Crewed Cruise with Sunsail?
Location: The tranquil and turqoise waters surrounding Queensland's Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef are rated as one of the world's best sailing locations for yacht charter holidays and regattas alike. The Whitsunday Islands are renowned for their lush rainforests, deserted beaches, superb coal formations, abundant marine life and spectacular reefs.

Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island has been voted one of the top three beaches in the world with its unspoilt white silica sand spanning an incredible 6 kilometre stretch up the coastline. Whales, dolphins, turtles and mantarays are a common sight in the sheltered waters of the Whitsundays making it a mecca for snorkellers and diving enthusiasts and the perfect location for a yacht charter holiday.

Experience: The experienced and professional Sunsail crew are passionate about ensuring you have a ‘once in a lifetime adventure’ that you will treasure for a long long time. They love what they do and know you will be thrilled and amazed at the pristine hideaways they will introduce you to. The meals provided are first class, top quality, unique and large in portion.

What to Bring: • Beach towel • BYO alcohol (can be pre-ordered) • Your favourite CD's • Sun hat • Sunglasses • High factor protection sunscreen • Camera • Swimwear • Personal toiletries • Any medication you require • Practical clothing and footwear