Top 6 Island Hopping Sailing Trips in Australia

1.2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar

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

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.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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3.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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4.Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 398 reviews · 9 hours · from $183Top rated

Join a 25-person sailing trip from Cairns with crew such as Blair, Anne, Ollie, and Dan. Snorkel an exclusive reef site, try an introductory or certified scuba session, visit Green Island, and sail home with lunch, fruit, cheese, cake, and wine.

“Really nice to have a small group. The team were brilliant and really made the experience. The food was good, music was good, snorkelling was good, sailing was good. Can’t go wrong!”

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5.2-Day Whitsunday Islands Sailing Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 215 reviews · 60 hours · from $488

Join OzSail’s crew aboard Avatar, a fast trimaran, for two nights around the Whitsundays. You’ll snorkel coral reefs, reach Whitehaven Beach early, hike to Hill Inlet, help sail, eat fresh onboard meals, and sleep in a compact cabin or under the stars.

“We had an absolutely amazing trip it truly felt like a little holiday! The activities were fantastic, and honestly, one more wouldn’t have been a bad idea. A huge thank you to the wonderful crew Sammy, Meg, and Bella from Avatar for making this experience such a beautiful and unforgettable memory.”

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6.Whitsunday Islands Sailing, SUP & Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 90 reviews · 6 hours · from $162Best value

Spend six hours aboard the air-conditioned 60-foot catamaran Wings III with Captain and crew, including Mon, Maddy, Mike, and Sarah on various departures. Sail near Hook Island and Hayman Island, snorkel fringing reefs, paddle a SUP or clear-bottom kayak, and enjoy fresh food. Bring your own drinks.

“Great snorkeling. Great boat . Great food . Great crew . Fantastic music . limited numbers . just book it .”

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