Our Cruises around the Whitsundays, Australia

Sunsail Luxury Crewed Cabin Cruises
Sunsail has introduced the most affordable and convenient way to experience a luxury sailing holiday in the Whitsundays.

Our Luxury Crewed 'By The Cabin' Cruises allow you to book a private cabin aboard a luxury Sunsail yacht for an unforgettable sailing getaway through exotic cruising grounds. You can relax and unwind for the entire journey or choose to be actively involved in helping sail the yacht between each stunning anchorage. No previous sailing experience is required and each trip accommodates up to eight guests plus two crew.

The islands around the Whitsundays in Australia are renowned for their stunning beauty, crystal clear waters, dazzling, deserted beaches and spectacular fringing reefs. A usual cruise will have you enjoying Whitehaven Beach, snorkelling stunning Mantaray Bay, bush walking and exploring aboriginal caves in Nara Inlet.

You can relax and unwind for the entire journey or choose to be actively involved in helping sail the yacht between each stunning anchorage. No previous sailing experience is required and each trip accommodates up to eight guests plus two crew.

Did you know we also offer RYA sailing courses in Australia as well as RYA sailing courses from Phuket in Thailand?

Dates	Departing From	Cruising Area	Cost Per Berth	Go There
Monday to Thursday	Hamilton Island, Whitsundays	Cid Harbour - Mantaray Bay - Stonehaven - Whitehaven Beach	AUD$1,100 (twin share)- AUD$1,650 (single)
Wednesday to Saturday	Hamilton Island, Whitsundays	Whitehaven Beach - Mantaray Bay - Stonehaven	AUD$1,100 (twin share)- AUD$1,650 (single)
Friday to Monday	Hamilton Island, Whitsundays	Cid Harbour - Mantaray Bay - Stonehaven - Whitehaven Beach	AUD$1,100 (twin share)- AUD$1,650 (single)
Saturday to Tuesday	Hamilton Island, Whitsundays	Whitehaven Beach - Mantaray Bay - Stonehaven - Nara Inlet	AUD$1,100 (twin share)- AUD$1,650 (single)

NB. Details of what is included may be found at the bottom of the page.

The following are sample itineraries which may changes depending on local conditions.

Monday 2pm to Thursday 10am - 3 nights
Sailing in a Bahia 46 catamaran we will leave for Cid Harbour 2pm on Monday where we will stay overnight. In the morning we set sail for Mantaray Bay for some snorkelling and beach combing. Overnight we'll anchor at Stonehaven. Wednesday takes us to Whitehaven Beach for an afternoon of relaxation followed by an overnight anchorage at Whitehaven. Thursday morning we return to Hamilton Island Marina for a 10am disembarkation.

Wednesday 2pm to Saturday 10 am - 3 nights
Sailing in a Beneteau 50 we will leave Wednesday afternoon for Cid Harbour where we stay overnight. The following day we set sail for Mantaray Bay for some snorkelling and beach combing (or beach fossicking as it's called here). Overnight we anchor at Stonehaven. Fridays takes us to Whitehaven beach and overnight in Whitehaven. Saturday morning we return to Hamilton Island Marina for a 10am disembarkation.

Friday 2pm to Monday 10am -3 nights
Sailing in a Bahia 46 catamaran we will leave Friday afternoon for Whitehaven Beach where we will anchor overnight. The following morning we head to Mantaray Bay for some snorkelling and an overnight anchorage in Stonehaven. On Sunday we will sail to Nara Inlet for an afternoon of exploring caves and waterfalls. Monday morning takes us back to Hamilton Island Marina for a 10am disembarkation.

Saturday 2pm to Tuesday 10am - 3 nights
Sailing in a Beneteau 50 we head for our first overnight stop at Whitehaven Beach where we will lie on our anchor. The following day we head to Mantaray Bay for snorkelling with an overnight anchorage at Stonehaven. Monday takes us to Nara Inlet for an afternoon of exploring caves and waterfalls. Tuesday morning we head back to Hamilton Island Marina for a 10am disembarkation.

What's included?

• Professional skipper and host/cook
• Full gourmet provisioning is provided and prepared by the yacht’s host, using the freshest daily ingredients to create meals that reflect the traditional cuisine of the cruising area.
• Use of the yachts’ windsurfers, kayaks and snorkelling equipment throughout the holiday.
• Bed linen
• Use of safety equipment as appropriate
• All fuel and mooring fees