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15 Australia Sailing Trips to Build a Day Around

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The 15 best australia sailing trips you can book today, with what each costs per person, how long it runs and how much of it happens under sail. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

From Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Premium Catamaran - The First Two-Hour Reef Session
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From Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Premium Catamaran

1.Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Premium Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,567 reviews · 9 hours · from $190Our pick

Join Passions of Paradise at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal for a full day aboard a spacious catamaran. You’ll visit two outer reef sites, snorkel with guides such as Lily or Justin, enjoy a chef-prepared buffet, and hear marine talks from the crew. Scuba sessions and prescription masks are available.

“Crew were highly trained, efficient, couldn’t have been more helpful. Catamaran was clean, smooth on the seas, spacious for the number of people. Timings were spot on. Great Barrier Reef was awesome ofc & Food was super delicious and well appreciated! Thank you so much :)”

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Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran - What the first reef stop feels like
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Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran

2.Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,564 reviews · from $192Top rated

Cruise from Cairns on an 80-foot catamaran to two Outer Reef sites. Snorkel with guides such as Simon, Parker, or Corinda, try an introductory scuba session, enjoy a generous buffet, and hear a marine biologist explain reef life on the return trip.

“Lots of rain, which made the journey there very choppy. The crew provided sickness tablets for purchase. Despite the weather, the snorkelling was amazing. The lunch and crew were absolutely great - all committed to making sure everyone is safe and has a great experience”

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Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Full-Day Camira Sailing Adventure - Whitehaven Beach and its seven-kilometre sweep
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Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Full-Day Camira Sailing Adventure

3.Whitsundays Full-Day Camira Sailing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,307 reviews · 10 hours · from $183

Spend about 10 hours aboard Cruise Whitsundays’ fast Camira catamaran, sailing from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and a fringing reef. You’ll get a guided walk, snorkeling, beach time, BBQ lunch, snacks, soft drinks, beer, and wine. Guides such as Dakota, Joel, and Mossi have earned warm praise for their care and humor.

“Really enjoyed it. Well organised - great crew - good atmosphere on board - nice lunch”

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2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar - Snorkeling in calm reef water
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2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar

4.2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 771 reviews · from $466

Join OzSail’s 2-night trimaran voyage from Airlie Beach aboard Avatar, the Whitsundays’ only commercial sailing trimaran. You’ll visit Whitehaven Beach, snorkel calm reef waters, eat onboard, and sleep at sea. Crew members may include Alex, Ella, Sammy, Dave, Tyler, or Casper.

“The staff really made this trip that much more enjoyable. Beautiful reefs, amazing staff what an experience.”

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2-Night Whitsundays Sailing Cruise incl. Whitehaven Beach & Great Barrier Reef - Snorkeling around Hook Island and the outer islands
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2-Night Whitsundays Sailing Cruise incl. Whitehaven Beach & Great Barrier Reef

5.2-Night Whitsundays Sailing Cruise incl. Whitehaven Beach & Great Barrier Reef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 752 reviews · from $466

Sail from Airlie Beach aboard the 82-foot Spank Me for two nights of island scenery, snorkeling, and Whitehaven Beach. You’ll sleep in shared bunks, eat included meals, and visit places such as Hook Island, Hayman Island, Luncheon Bay, and Blue Pearl Bay. Captain Alex and the crew lead the trip.

“We just departed from the “Spank Me” and we had a great time! Accommodations were about what you’d expect from a racing sailboat, and Captain Alex takes you around to some beautiful places and great snorkeling spots. Marie and MollRead more”

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Full-Day Whitsunday Sail and Snorkel Adventure with Lunch - Snorkeling, banana boats, and beach time
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Full-Day Whitsunday Sail and Snorkel Adventure with Lunch

6.Full-Day Whitsunday Sail and Snorkel Adventure with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 653 reviews · from $142

Spend about 8.5 hours aboard the Tongarra from Coral Sea Marina, sailing to Langford Island for beach time, snorkeling, and optional banana boat rides. Lunch, snacks, snorkeling gear, and stinger suits are included. Bring your own alcohol for the return sail and sunset.

“Such a great experience to see a not so busy snorkel site on the Whitsunday’s! Incredible people running the ship, great snacks and met some friendly people along the way.”

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Airlie Beach: Providence Whitehaven Day Sail with Snorkeling - The early start at Coral Sea Marina
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Airlie Beach: Providence Whitehaven Day Sail with Snorkeling

7.Providence Whitehaven Day Sail with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 640 reviews · 9 hours - 1 day · from $137

Spend nine hours aboard the 62-foot gaff-rigged schooner Providence, sailing from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and a fringing Great Barrier Reef site. You can help raise the sails, snorkel with supplied gear, and enjoy guidance from crew members such as Jack, Fin, Reed, or Hans, depending on the day.

“Hi, thank you so much for so beautiful day, we really love it ✨”

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Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkelling Cruise from Port Douglas - Boarding at Crystalbrook Marina
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Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkelling Cruise from Port Douglas

8.Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkelling Cruise from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 565 reviews · from $243

Join Sailaway for a 7.5-hour cruise from Port Douglas to Low Isles aboard a 33-passenger catamaran. Snorkel with marine biologists, ride the EV Discovery glass-bottom boat, walk to the 1878 lighthouse, and enjoy morning tea, buffet lunch, and afternoon tea.

“WOW! WOW! WOW! What a truly special and memorable day. We were made to feel so welcome from the moment we arrived on board! Upon arrival, I was really pleased at the small nature of our group compared to the large numbers on other boats. All confidence and ability levels catered for - having never snorkeled before, I had a few nerves but they were quickly put to rest by the support of the crew and I just enjoyed myself. The crew were knowledgeable - providing information about the reef, marine animals seen and answering any questions. We saw many turtles, which was a personal highlight for myself, reef sharks,…”

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Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas - The first minutes on the Coral Sea
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Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas

9.Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 558 reviews · from $67

Board a luxury catamaran at Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina at 4:30 pm for a relaxed 1.5-hour sail past Port Douglas, the Low Isles, mountains, and coastline. You receive one welcome drink and hot and cold canapés, with open decks for sunset photos. The cruise suits couples and visitors aged 13 and over.

“Very great experience. Friendly and helpful staff. Great boat. Just an all round lovely evening sailing and watching the sunset.”

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Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise - A calm cruise past Cairns waterfront
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Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise

10.Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 547 reviews · from $99

Board Spirit of Cairns at Marlin Marina for a relaxed evening on Trinity Inlet. You’ll receive a complimentary drink, cruise Cairns’ waterfront for about 2.5 hours, and enjoy a hot and cold buffet with seafood and local produce. Live music may add to the evening.

“Nice experience. Small and intimate boat. Friendly staff. Food was ok. Good variety, but not the seafood extravaganza as suggested in the ad.”

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Airlie Beach: Whitsunday Islands 2-Day Sailing Tour - Leaving Coral Sea Marina in Airlie Beach
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Airlie Beach: Whitsunday Islands 2-Day Sailing Tour

11.Whitsunday Islands 2-Day Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 452 reviews · 2 days · from $350

Sail overnight from Airlie Beach aboard the Matador with an English-speaking crew, two reef snorkeling stops, early access to Whitehaven Beach, fresh meals, sunset music, and a night under the stars. Expect dorm-style sleeping, shared facilities, and an active boat trip rather than a resort cruise.

“Top ! Everything was perfect. The staff was super nice, food was good. Felt more like a family boat rather than a party boat (thank you for that!) We stayed at the most beautiful place and arrived before everyone at Whitehaven beach ! I truly recommand the Matador and OzSail :)”

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Camira Sailing Adventure through Whitsunday Islands - Whitehaven Beach, with time to enjoy it
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Camira Sailing Adventure through Whitsunday Islands

12.Camira Sailing Adventure through Whitsunday Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 452 reviews · from $185

Cruise the Whitsundays aboard the high-speed catamaran Camira, with stops at Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and a fringing reef. You get a guided lookout walk, swimming, snorkeling gear, stinger suits, BBQ lunch, snacks, soft drinks, and alcohol after snorkeling or from 10am.

“Something very different on your ship Great experience with your staff they are so friendly and helpful”

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Outer Reef Mackay Cay Sail & Snorkel Adventure from Port Douglas - What the guided snorkel is really like
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Outer Reef Mackay Cay Sail & Snorkel Adventure from Port Douglas

13.Outer Reef Mackay Cay Sail & Snorkel Adventure from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 436 reviews · from $243

Sail from Port Douglas along the Daintree coast to Mackay Cay, where you can snorkel with a marine biologist, inspect coral by glass-bottom boat, and explore a coral cay. Barry has provided reef talks on some departures, while the crew offers close water safety support.

“Amazing day on the reef. This is a MUST tour if you want to experience the Great Barrier Reef. The day with Sailaway was top tier and highly recommended. The crew was very professional and helped us have a most excellent day.”

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Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip from Cairns - Sailing toward Upolu Reef
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Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip from Cairns

14.Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip from Cairns

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 408 reviews · from $179

Set out from Cairns at 7:30 am aboard Reef Daytripper for a nine-hour sailing trip to Upolu Reef and a sheltered lagoon. Snorkel with guides, spot coral, turtles, clams, fish, rays, and possibly sharks, then enjoy morning tea, a buffet lunch, and snacks on the return sail.

“The crew , the guests, the experience of being on the catamaran .The coral sea , the Great Barrier Reef . The crew were competent, caring and welcoming. A memorable experience to see the wonder of the Great Barrier Reef. Thank you reef daytripper crew for making it possible. From your friends from Canada We Well recommend it!!! Weloved the personal , small group ambience. It was awesome . you guys did a great job.😎👍 John and Linda”

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Sydney: Discovery Whale Watching Tour by Catamaran - What happens once you reach the whale grounds
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Sydney: Discovery Whale Watching Tour by Catamaran

15.Discovery Whale Watching Tour by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 402 reviews · 2h 30m · from $63

From Aquarium Wharf in Darling Harbour, you’ll ride the air-conditioned Fantasea Avalon to open water in about 30 minutes, then search for humpback whales and dolphins from indoor and outdoor decks. English-speaking crew, tea, coffee, water, and an optional photo service are included.

“Great whale watching experience - lots of active whales to be seen!”

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