Whitsundays: 2 days 1 night Sailing, Snorkeling, Whitehaven

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Whitsundays: 2 days 1 night Sailing, Snorkeling, Whitehaven
4.542857 out of 5 stars
4.5
4.542857 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
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Habibi offers 2 fun days sailing the Whitsunday Islands, snorkel pristine reefs in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, visit Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet lookout. Geared towards 18-30yr travelers.

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Duration 2 days
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 14 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Michelle Zuber – Australia

It was a great experience! Thanks to the whole team for making this adventure really fun!

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Sarah Naomi – Australia

It was a wonderful and unforgettable experience. The crew was very friendly and always in a good mood. The mood was lightened with jokes and sarcasm. Whitehaven Beach was beautiful, simply breathtaking. And the snorkeling spots were also very well chosen by the skipper. At the first spot, the corals were diverse and at the second, you were practically surrounded by fish. The food was also very tasty and there was a lot of variety (including vegetarian and vegan alternatives). The sunset from the ship was beautiful. Many thanks to the crew for this great, wonderful and unforgettable experience.

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Highlights

  • Comfortable and spacious sailing boat, plenty of deck space for lounging
  • Action packed 2 day itinerary with also time for relaxation
  • Delicious freshly prepared meals - you won't go hungry!
  • See of the most popular sights for Instagram photos in Australia

Full description

Itinerary
Day 1
Whitehaven Beach Day

Sail to Whitehaven Beach's north end where you will enjoy a 15-minute walk through the rainforest to Hill Inlet Lookout to view the world-famous swirling sands of Whitehaven Beach. Look out for stingrays and lemon sharks which can sometimes be sighted from the lookout.

Then, walk down to Whitehaven Beach - a pristine 7 km-long silica sandy beach. Spend a few hours soaking up the sun and the stunning views, and take a swim to refresh in the cool turquoise waters.

Next, hop back on board for a sail to another island. Here, discover the underwater world of fish and coral of the great Barrier Reef, and see the fringing reefs around the Whitsunday Islands.

Watch the sunset from the deck of the boat whilst sipping a refreshing cold beer or wine. Meals included on day 1 include a welcome fruit platter upon boarding, buffet style lunch, afternoon tea, pre dinner snacks and big Aussie BBQ.

Day 2
Snorkel and Sail

Get up early to catch the sunrise if you please and enjoy a sail to your first snorkel destination of the day. See abundant coral and fish, then continue to a second snorkel sight or pristine beach.

Set sail to return to Airlie Beach listening to some summer tunes. Arrive back at the marina at approximately 4 PM. Meals included on day 2 include breakfast, lunch, tea/coffee, and biscuits.

Includes

  • 1-night accommodation
  • Meals for 2 days
  • Snorkel gear and stinger suits
  • Snorkel instruction and supervision
  • Flotation devices such as pool noodles and life jackets
  • Guided tour of the islands
  • On deck fresh water showers
  • Soft drinks, bottled water, or alcohol
  • Prescription masks and wet suits
  • Underwater phone cases

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • Children under 18 years
  • People over 60 years

Meeting point

Meeting Point B is at the North end of Coral Sea Marina near Sorrento's Bar. You will see a big roundabout and shaded seating with big umbrella's. The crew will be wearing uniforms with Habibi written on them. Check-in is at 8.00am sharp - we recommend you arrive at the Meeting Point 10 minutes early. We will not hold the boat - so do not be late!! If walk from the main street of Airlie Beach, it is a 10 minute walk from the lagoon along the bicentennial walkway. Google maps Sorrentos Bar. If you are driving park in the first carpark as you enter Coral Sea Marina (the south end). It is paid parking $12 per day. Parking machines take card only or you can download the app EasyPark ahead of time. From the south marina carpark, walk 200m further along the footpath past the water police station until you arrive at Meeting Point B and the big roundabout.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Swimwear
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Camera
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Sunscreen
  • Waterproof camera
  • Rain gear
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Travel insurance
  • Beachwear
  • Insect repellent
  • Shorts
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Outdoor clothing
  • Charged Smartphone
  • Personal medication
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Motion sickness prevention
  • Power bank

Not allowed

  • Oversize luggage
  • Red wine
  • Backpacks
  • Glass objects

Know before you go

  •  The itinerary may vary depending on the weather
  •  You're welcome to bring your own beer, or wine
  •  We recommend that all guests have travel insurance in the unlikely event that you cannot make your tour
  • This experience is geared mainly towards the 18 to 30-year-old backpacker market
  •  Please note that the boat is not an air-conditioned vessel
  •  There is no Wi-Fi onboard and mobile coverage is not widely available on the islands
  •  The boat has an on-deck fresh water shower; there is not a hot water shower in the bathrooms
  •  Accommodation is in either a shared cabin with single beds or a private twin/double cabin. If weather permits, you can sleep under the stars on deck
  •  Special diets can be catered. There is a small surcharge for vegan and/or gluten-free meals; Halal and Kosher diets cannot be catered for

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 35 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Michelle Zuber – AustraliaNovember 16, 2024 – Verified booking
It was a great experience! Thanks to the whole team for making this adventure really fun!
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Sarah Naomi – AustraliaNovember 10, 2024 – Verified booking
It was a wonderful and unforgettable experience. The crew was very friendly and always in a good mood. The mood was lightened with jokes and sarcasm. Whitehaven Beach was beautiful, simply breathtaking. And the snorkeling spots were also very well chosen by the skipper. At the first spot, the corals were diverse and at the second, you were practically surrounded by fish. The food was also very tasty and there was a lot of variety (including vegetarian and vegan alternatives). The sunset from the ship was beautiful. Many thanks to the crew for this great, wonderful and unforgettable experience.
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Daniela – AustraliaSeptember 4, 2024 – Verified booking
The tour was amazing! It's definitely a must if you're in Airlie beach. My boyfriend and I really loved this 2 days and 1 night tour as you have enough time to enjoy each activity. There was so much food that we couldn't finish it all. The captain was really fun and knowledgeable, he made sure to take us to the best spots for snorkeling 10/10 Ps. make sure you take some motion sickness pills with you because you can get seasick at times, otherwise, be prepared to swim. Enjoy!!

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Activity provider:Habibi Whitsunday Sailing

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