"Welcome to the Whitsunday Islands

Vacation Australia welcomes you to the wonderful Whitsunday Islands. Our team are able to help you organise your sailing adventure or accommodation and create a memorable and unique holiday. The Whitsunday Islands are situated 20° 4' South and 148° 5' East and are on the same latitude as Rio de Janeiro, Mauritius and Tahiti. The superb climate is tropical with an average daily temperature of 27°C. January is the warmest month averaging 30°C and July the coolest month averaging 23°C. The wet season is from December to March. The water temperature remains a pleasant 23 - 27°C, the average year round water temperature being an enticing 24°C.

Deluxe Sailing Holidays:

Deluxe Sailing vessels are superior vessels offering the passenger comfort and privacy a in small or large group. Most deluxe vessels offer private cabins with ensuite’s and are perfect for honeymoons or romantic getaways. So why not spoil yourself whilst in the Whitsundays and enjoy your holiday in style. Please visit here www.sailingwhitsunday.com.au for more information.

Adventure Sailing Holidays:

Adventure Sailing includes all different vessels which offer a degree of comfort combined with an exciting and adventurous sail or cruise. Friendly crew, scuba diving, snorkeling, hiking or maybe even a paddle in the sea kayak provide for great entertainment and memorable experiences. Usually cater for group numbers around 12-18 passengers of all ages. Please visit here www.sailingwhitsunday.com.au for more information.

Tall Ship Sailing Holidays:

Tall Ships give you a taste into the traditional sailing of an era long gone. With classic ships steeped in history, all represent a style of cruising with grace and beauty not found on modern vessels. Taking groups of 11 to 34 passengers, these are spacious and comfortable vessels. For travelers seeking a memorable and unique holiday in the Whitsundays. Please visit here www.sailingwhitsunday.com.au for more information.

Maxi Yacht Sailing Holidays:

Ocean Racing vessels are ex racing vessels (usually Maxi Yachts) fitted out for overnight sailing. If you want the thrill of super fast sailing, snorkeling and beautiful beaches and are not too worried about privacy on board then one of these vessels may be for you. Being ex racers creature comforts were not uppermost in the designers thoughts. Please visit here www.sailingwhitsunday.com.au for more information.

Sail and Dive Holidays:

Sail and Dive vessels are especially fitted out to offer you the ability to not only visit the Whitsunday Islands but also dive the coral reefs of the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef. The Islands offer colour, soft corals and species of fish not often, or sometimes never, found on the Great Barrier Reef. The Reef as it is affectionately known offers the reverse. Please visit here www.sailingwhitsunday.com.au for more information.

Budget Sailing:

For those traveling on a budget we have a large range of sailing holidays, for fantastic prices. These boats offer great food and service, can carry a large number of passengers, but this is just half the fun! Usually carry between 15 - 32 passengers in a fun and social atmosphere.Please visit here www.sailingwhitsunday.com.au for more information.

Island Day Trips:

These are day trips that depart Airlie Beach or Shute Harbour for the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef. The two big islands in the Whitsunday Group are Hook Island and Whitsunday Island. There are about 18 nautical mile from Airlie and the nearest reef ""On the Great Barrier Reef"" is a further 18 nautical mile to a reef called Bait Reef. Please visit here www.sailingwhitsunday.com.au for more information.

Reef & Island Sceneic Flights:

Enjoy the panoramic views of the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef from the comfort of a seaplane or helicopter. Land at Whitehaven Beach, The Great Barrier Reef or find a secluded cove at one of the many islands. Please visit here www.sailingwhitsunday.com.au for more information.

Whitsunday Adventure Tours:

From sea kayaking, skydiving, crocodile and rainforest tours we have something for everyone. The Whitsundays offer a diverse range of activities to entertain you whether it be an adrenaline pumping skydive or a relaxing rainforest walk. Please visit here www.sailingwhitsunday.com.au for more information.

Bareboat Charters:

For those visiting the Whitsundays who want to make their own itinerery and travel at their own pace, chartering your own vessel is the perfect solution. We have a great selection of yachts, sailing catamarans, motor catamarans and motor cruises. Suited for 2 - 10 people.Please visit here www.sailingwhitsunday.com.au for more information.

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