Avatar Whitsundays Charter
Whitsundays, QLD
Sail aboard the Avatar, the only commercial sailing Trimaran in the islands. It is one of the fastest, most high-tech racing yachts ever to be offered for charter in Australia.
- Open to all ages
- Duration of 2 days and 2 nights
- No pick-up available
- Departs from Meeting Point C, Coral Sea Marina, Shingley Drive, Airlie Beach QLD, Australia at 11:00 am (Tues, Thurs, and Sat)
With minimal lean while sailing and maximum deck space for sun baking, enjoy sailing across the Whitsunday Islands and fringing Great Barrier Marine Park.
Itinerary
Avatar Whitsundays charters let you experience the sailing bliss that only 2-day 2-night tours of the Whitsunday Islands can include – Whitehaven Beach, Hook Island, Hayman Island, Border Island and Whitsunday Island, with snorkelling stops at Luncheon Bay, Caves Cove, Blue Pearl Bay plus plenty of other awesome locations.
Inclusions
- All meals
- Fresh linen
- Snorkel gear
- Stinger suits
- Local fees
- Legendary fun crew
Exclusions
- Alcohol, snacks (chips, chocolate, coke, etc.)
What to Bring
- In a small soft bag (enviro safe)
- Travel voucher from your booking agent.
- Light clothing/warm clothing in cooler months (May – September)
- Swimsuit
- Hat
- Sunscreen (30+ highly recommended)
- Bath towel and beach towel
- Sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Favourite music
- Alcohol (no glass please): NO MORE THAN 24 cans of beer OR 4 ltrs cask wine OR 1 ltr spirits.
- Waterproof camera**
What Not to Bring
- Glass bottles or red wine
- Sleeping bags or pillows
- Passport or important travel documents
- Shampoo and conditioner (for environmental purposes)
- Plastic bags (they kill our wildlife and smother our coral)
**OzSail is not responsible for any property you take on board the vessel. In particular, we strongly encourage you to take waterproof cameras rather than expensive digital cameras. Your electrical equipment will be ruined if it comes in contact with saltwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you haven’t already confirmed with us about food allergies and/or dietary requirements, please call us ASAP to modify your booking.
All main meals are included. However, if you think the fresh air might make you extra hungry, you may want to bring some extra snacks as well as any other flavoured drink such as orange juice or soft drinks.
Welcome to the tropics! Although our winters may be cooler, our summer months (November -March) can be extremely hot and humid, especially downstairs on a boat. Unless you are accustomed to living in this climate, you may find it slightly uncomfortable, especially at night when you are sleeping. Please be prepared for this.
An alcohol policy is in place on Mandrake. Each guest can take a maximum of 24 cans of beer OR 4 ltrs cask wine (goon) OR 1 ltr of spirits, any more than this will NOT be allowed on board. All alcohol, soft drinks, and bottled water must be purchased prior to boarding your vessel. (Please note, we do not allow glass bottles on board).
We provide tap water on all our vessels, however, it isn’t cold and some people don’t like the taste of it. During our summer months, we strongly encourage you to bring bottled water. We recommend at least 2 litres per day. Tea and coffee breaks are generally in the morning and afternoon.
If you are not sure whether or not you may suffer from travel sickness, we suggest taking travel sickness tablets. Our trained crew will assist as much as possible in making you comfortable but they are not allowed to provide you with any medication.
Masks and snorkels are all included in the price of your trip and will be distributed at the meeting point.
Wearing a Lycra stinger suit will prevent UV exposure and significantly reduce your risk to marine stingers. OzSail requires that all passengers wear a full-length stinger suit or wetsuit if you wish to swim and or snorkel from our vessels. You will be fitted at the meeting point and these are all-inclusive in your ticket price.
We strongly encourage all guests travel with travel insurance with coverage for the following situations: Damaged property (You will be on a boat surrounded by seawater).
Medical emergencies including ambulance cover
This tour is subject to the terms and conditions of both Australia Expert (the Travel Agency) and the Tour Operator. These terms can be found upon booking, in your Travel Voucher, and in the booking confirmation sent to your registered email address.
Please note that the most up-to-date Terms and Conditions, as stated on the websites and vouchers of both the Tour Operator and Australia Expert, will apply.
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- No large backpacks or suitcases are allowed on-board our vessels.
- Please only bring bags the same size as an airline carry-on.
- Most hostel/hotels in Airlie beach have bag storage facilities for bigger bags.
- There is NO bag storage at the marina and you face missing your departure if you bring bags that are not allowed.
You must reconfirm all booked date(s) and pick-up location(s) and time(s) 48 hours / 2 days before travel or in the manner stated on your ticket voucher or confirmation ticket.
If you are booking open-dated, please contact the tour operator directly 7 days prior your intended date of travel. The tour operator’s contact details are indicated on your travel voucher. Please check your SPAM or email us at info@australiaexpert.nl if you need further assistance.