15 Airlie Beach Sailing Tours for the Logbook

1.2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar

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

Spend two nights aboard Avatar, the Whitsundays’ commercial sailing trimaran, with up to 26 people. You’ll visit Whitehaven Beach, snorkel calm reef waters, eat all meals onboard, and sleep at sea. Crew members such as Alex, Ella, Sammy, Dave, Tyler, and Casper have been praised for their warm service, but cabins are compact and comfort is basic.

“Great trip all round! Awesome welcome from Skipper Sammy and Ella. Nice food, cool snorkel spots and great visit to Whitehaven Beach!”

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

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

Spend two nights aboard the 82-foot sailing yacht Spank Me, visiting Whitehaven Beach and snorkeling around Hook, Hayman, Border, and Whitsunday islands. Captain Alex and crew handle meals, gear, sailing, and the route. Expect shared bunks, basic marine facilities, limited fresh water, and a social group of up to 27 people.

“We loved going snorkling, swimming, camping one night on an island. Food was good and crew was very nice. A lot of people on the boat but everyone was friendly.”

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

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

Join Red Cat Adventures aboard Tongarra for an adults-and-teens day from Airlie Beach to Langford Island. You’ll get snorkeling gear and a stinger suit, enjoy lunch and snacks, try a banana boat ride, walk the beach, and return at sunset. Crew members such as Nat, Cooper, Charlotte, Jarrod, and Patrick may be on board.

“Great team of people who were in charge of the boat Weather was awesome and we had great time snorkelling and swimming Will definitely recommend!”

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4.Providence Whitehaven Day Sail with Snorkeling

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

You spend about nine hours aboard the 62-foot gaff-rigged schooner Providence, sailing toward Whitehaven Beach, walking to Hill Inlet Lookout, and snorkeling a fringing Great Barrier Reef site. Crew members such as Jack, Fin, Harry, and Phone have been praised for friendly help, though wind and sea conditions can change the plan.

“It was a spectacular day thanks to Harry and Phone. Was super relaxing and well run. They kept to the timetable and got back when they said. left at 7:30am, back by 4:30pm. They brought the sails out on the way home and was really cool. We brought our own lunch as 1 of our group is celiac and easy and safe to just bring a lunch. Tons of fresh water, coffee and tea on board. If that's. it your thing, make sure to bring what you need as nowhere to buy. Would def sail with them again.”

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5.Whitsunday Islands 2-Day Sailing Tour

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

Spend two days and one night sailing from Airlie Beach aboard Matador, a racing yacht with an English-speaking crew. You will snorkel coral reefs, reach Whitehaven Beach early, eat fresh meals, watch the sunset, and sleep onboard beneath the stars. Crew members such as Tony, Chris, Dave, Ruby, and Fi have earned praise for their friendly care and local knowledge.

“I had an amazing time on the Matador with Kate, Ash and Arron!! Literally would not change a thing. The boat was really nice and I slept pretty well. I usually get sea sick but didn't feel sick at all on this trip. We were the first on Whitehaven Beach which was really nice before all the other tour companies came in. We saw sharks, sting rays, turtles and dolphins, went snorkelling twice and swimming which was so much fun. We event we on a little sunset walk which was so pretty. Everything is exactly like the pictures so would definitely recommend.”

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6.Camira Sailing Adventure through Whitsunday Islands

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

Sail from Airlie Beach aboard the spacious Camira catamaran for a full day around the Whitsundays. Walk to Hill Inlet Lookout with a guide, swim at Whitehaven Beach, snorkel a fringing reef, and enjoy barbecue lunch, snacks, soft drinks, and alcohol after snorkeling. The crew, including team members such as Alison, keeps the day social and well organized.

“Had a fabulous day. Crew were great, food was great, location for snorkelling was great. Couldn't fault the experience.”

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7.2-Night Whitsundays Sailing Trip with Meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 389 reviews · 3 days · from $460

Spend two nights aboard an OzSail maxi yacht from Coral Sea Marina, visiting Whitehaven Beach and several reef snorkeling sites around Hook, Hayman, Border, and Whitsunday islands. The English-speaking crew, including skippers such as Alex and Kate on different departures, prepares hearty meals, guides snorkeling, and times the Whitehaven visit for quieter early-morning sands.

“We had a great time on the spank me tour, Chloe and Jamie were so amazing. The food was unbelievable. Would definitely recommend.”

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8.Providence Whitsundays Tallship Sunset Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 389 reviews · 2 hours · from $63

Join the crew of Providence V at Coral Sea Marina North for a two-hour sunset sail across Airlie Beach’s bay. This classic 62-foot schooner carries a small bar, shared snacks, and green deck seating. You may help raise the sails, hear the boat’s story from crew such as Oscar, Katie, Luke, or Alex, and watch the shore lights come on after sunset.

“We had a beautiful sail, thank you! The two crew members on board were super friendly and experienced. The boat itself was charming and in great condition. The experience was one we won't forget! Just something to think about...with such a large group on board, we would have loved two seperate cheese platters so everyone wasn't trying to squish to the one...I actually just decided to miss out.”

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9.Whitsundays Sunset Sailing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 339 reviews · from $60Best value

Spend about two hours sailing Pioneer Bay from Coral Sea Marina on Providence V, a traditional gaff-rigged schooner. You’ll share sparkling wine and light snacks while the crew, including Jack, Alex, or Adrian, guides the evening. The boat returns to the marina after sunset. Check the meeting point carefully.

“Everything it was the most beautiful experience and the captain and crew were lovely.The champagne and nibbles just enhanced the experience.”

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10.2 Day & 2 Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Condor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 302 reviews · from $501

Set sail from Coral Sea Marina at 2pm for two nights aboard Condor. You’ll sleep onboard, eat all meals, snorkel with supplied gear, walk to Hill Inlet Lookout, and return to Airlie Beach around 11am on day three. The social, active format suits adults aged 18 to 45, solo adventurers, couples, and friends.

“The passengers and crew were amazing and as a solo traveler I felt so embraced and comfortable sooner than I would’ve ever expected. I had a lovely time even though we didn’t catch the best conditions. Everyone’s attitude and williRead more”

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11.Providence Whitehaven Beach Sailing and Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 214 reviews · from $142

Spend about nine hours aboard the 62-foot Providence, sailing from Coral Sea Marina to Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and a Whitsunday snorkeling site. You can help raise the sails, try the wheel, swim, and use provided snorkeling gear. Crew members have included Jack, Finn, Pete, Oscar, Steve, Daisy, Kirwan, Joe, and Sebastian.

“The crew was amazing and fun, great trip all around. Really recommend taking this trip if you are in town.”

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12.2 Day & 2 Night Whitsundays Sailing Adventure on Broomstick

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · from $501

Join Prosail Whitsundays at Coral Sea Marina for a 2-day, 2-night sailing trip on maxi yacht Broomstick. You’ll visit Whitehaven Beach, walk to Hill Inlet Lookout, snorkel coral reefs, eat crew-prepared meals, and sail with a social group of up to 25 people. The usual crowd is aged 18 to 39, though younger-at-heart adults are welcome.

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13.Lady Enid Sailing and Snorkeling Day Trip including Whitehaven Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 207 reviews · from $204

Spend 9 to 11 hours aboard the timber yacht Lady Enid, sailing from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and an island reef snorkeling stop. Expect a maximum of 24 people, supplied equipment, lunch, scones, fruit, and sparkling wine. The crew may invite you to help sail, but mobility is needed for the dinghy and uphill walk.

“This was the most amazing day out. Fantastic service, the little touches such as the scones jam & cream and fruit platter on the sail out, the wonderful friendly captain and crew, excellent snorkelling spot and trip out to Whitehaven beach The Read more”

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14.2 Day & 2 Night Whitsunday Sailing Adventure on Hammer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · from $501

Sail from Airlie Beach aboard Hammer for three days and two nights, with snorkelling, island walks, meals, and a bed on board. The crew may include experienced skippers such as Gabe, Thomas, Hugo, Bam, Miabi, or Donald. Expect a social, active trip with limited personal space below deck and plans shaped by weather and tides.

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15.Siska – 2 day 1 Night – Maxi Sailing Tour of the Whitsundays

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 155 reviews · from $351

Spend two days and one night sailing aboard Siska from Airlie Beach. You’ll help raise the sails, visit Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, snorkel coral reefs, and sleep aboard with meals, bedding, gear, and stinger suits included. The crew has included Jess, Laila, Matty, Isaac, Zack, and Rysh.

“such a great experience traveling with siska! was definitely a good decision. the crew were really nice, friendly and helpful with everything i needed. i would say that the meals weren’t enough and i would recommend to bring some snacks with you! but other than that i’ve had a wonderful time!”

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