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Explore the magnificent Whitsunday Islands aboard "Sydney Sundancer", a luxury sailing yacht, or 'floating home' according to the friendly owners Lynne and John Boyce who share their 20 years experience personally guiding you to the very best the region has to offer. Take the wheel to experience true 'big boat' sailing on the Whitsunday's wonderful waterways.

Each expedition is personally guided, so together everyone enjoys the wonders of nature in the World Heritage wilderness, both above and below the water. Guests gain a full appreciation for the beauty of the Australian native landscape on exploration of deserted Islands. At low tide, Lynne leads expeditions on the drying reef, sharing 30 years of conchological knowledge and experience. Being snorkellers and Scuba divers, Lynne and John take pleasure in guiding guests to the best locations to experience close encounters with the colourful corals and friendly fish. An extensive inventory of 'play toys' includes a new glass bottomed dive tender (aptly named Sundance Kid!).

John and Lynne enthusiastically share their vast knowledge and years of experience ensuring guest's satisfaction is guaranteed and their hopes and expectations for their holiday of a lifetime are exceeded!

Adventure Sail and Islandive – Whitsundays Sailing Adventures is dedicated to offering you world class, quality live aboard sailing adventures in the spectacular Whitsunday Islands of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The vessels are all Owner Operated resulting in a focus on vessel and crew standards, fantastic food, personalised service and a truly individual and unique experience.

Adventure Sail and Islandive – Whitsundays Sailing Adventures offers the most diverse range of quality crewed sailing holidays in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. From Stylish Classic Cruising to Performance Sailing Adventures, Reef Diving and Eco Sailing Safaris, Adventure Sail and Islandive – Whitsundays Sailing Adventures has got it all. Choose your cruise: Adventure Sailing, Sail and Dive Adventures, Cruising for Couples, Sail and Dive Adventures, Outer Reef or Islands, Sail, Dive, Snorkel, Kayak, Beach Sleep, Explore, Bushwalk or Relax.

If you have ever dreamed of scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef, well this is your chance. Adventure Sail and Islandive – Whitsundays Sailing Adventures has the largest range of Sail and Dive Adventure options available in the Whitsunday Region of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Whether you're a first timer or a certified diver, want to dive the island fringing coral or visit the Outer Barrier Reef, this is the experience that you've been looking for.

Adventure Sailing - ProSail Maxi allow you the opportunity to participate, take the wheel, hoist the sails and grind the winches on some of the most famous yachts in racing history, whilst visiting the very best destinations the Whitsunday’s has to offer. When you are not sailing there is plenty of time to snorkel, swim, bushwalk, or visit Whitehaven Beach. Maxi yachts encourage socialising and are geared towards guests seeking an exciting unique experience.

Adventure Sailing - ProSail Maxi has a daily departure from Airlie Beach offering a choice of itineraries and activities to suit the customer’s individual needs while sailing amongst the Whitsunday Islands in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Their professional crew will make your holiday memorable with local knowledge of the area and will also look after appetites with sumptuous meals.

Prosail is an owner operated company offering daily departures on one, two and three night all inclusive sailing holidays. Suiting individuals, couples and groups of any size who want to learn to sail, dive, snorkel, explore or simply relax in the beautiful Whitsunday’s.

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Adventure Sailing - Whitsundays Sailing Adventures is dedicated to offering you world class, quality live aboard sailing adventures in the spectacular Whitsunday Islands of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Their vessels are all owner operated resulting in a focus on vessel and crew standards, fantastic food, personalised service and a truly individual and unique experience. Adventure Sailing - Whitsundays Sailing Adventures offers the most diverse range of quality crewed sailing holidays in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. From stylish classic cruising to performance sailing adventures, reef diving and eco sailing safaris, Whitsundays Sailing Adventures has got it all. Choose your cruise: Adventure Sailing, Sail and Dive Adventures or Cruising for Couples.

Adventure Sailing is for the young and young at heart. Sail, snorkel, explore, bushwalk, learn or relax.

If scuba diving is not on your list of things to do and you would like to spend more time sailing, snorkelling, kayaking, exploring, bushwalking, learning about the local ecology or just relaxing and soaking up the scenery then an Adventure Sailing cruise is for you.

Air Whitsunday pioneered seaplane services to the Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsunday Islands in April 1973. The company quickly grew to the largest seaplane operator in the Southern Hemisphere and it retains that position today. Air Whitsunday operates a fleet of famous De Havilland Beaver DHC-2 and Cessna 208 Caravan amphibious floatplanes.

Air Whitsunday is renowned for their seaplane services that rendezvous with their privately operated glass bottom boat, moored at an exclusive snorkelling location inside the coral suspended lagoon of Hardy Reef. Along with snorkelling tours to this exclusive reef location; they provide day trips to the five-star resorts of Hayman Island and Peppers Palm Bay, private picnics at Whitehaven Beach and the most comprehensive scenic flights on offer in the region - encompassing all the famous Whitsunday sights. Their fleet is also available for private chartered tours and for transfers between mainland and island destinations, providing an efficient and picturesque means of transfer amongst the Whitsunday Islands and mainland.

All tours and private charters are available from Whitsunday Airport on the mainland (approximately 10 minute drive from Airlie Beach central), Peppers Palm Bay on Long Island, Hayman Island Resort and Brampton Island Resort.

Apollo III is a 55 foot ocean racing yacht that has campaigned in most of the major yacht races around the world. Catering for a maximum of only 12 guests, her flat decks and full headroom throughout offers comfort with the excitement of fast sailing. You too can become part of the crew of this performance racing yacht. Set the sails, grind the winches or take a turn at the helm.

At Australian Tallship Cruises they offer plenty of variety, from sailing, to swimming, snorkelling, taking guided islands walks or beachcombing. Onboard Scuba Diving is available on Whitsunday Magic, you can also meet up with a dive boat on Solway Lass and Ron of Argyle.

The knowledge of the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park will help ensure that a visit to this magnificent area will provoke wonderful memories, experience such things as finding Nemo with a snorkelling session, visit world famous 'Whitehaven Beach' or even hunt for aboriginal artwork on a bushwalk - the possibilities are endless.

If you want a day with a difference try the Picnic Rendezvous Tours with three destinations to choose from. Enjoy a helicopter flight over Islands and waterways then quality time on a secluded beach in the Whitsunday’s or to yourself with a gourmet picnic hamper and ice-cold champagne.

See the Barrier Reef with three flights. This trip not only includes a scenic flight to and from the Reef but it also includes a stop over on beautiful Whitehaven Beach, Langford Reef area and a scenic flight over Hook, Hardy’s and the famous Heart Reef, then continue near Langford Reef where you can swim and view the breathtaking coral gardens at your leisure with a gourmet champagne picnic hamper.

The deluxe Whitsunday unlimited tour will leave your breathless. Your flight takes you over all the high spots in and around the beautiful Whitsunday Islands including Daydream, South Molle, world renowned Hayman Island, Hook, Whitsunday Island and stunning Hill Inlet and then touches down for a one hour champagne stopover at Whitehaven Beach. Your return journey then takes you via Hamilton Island and the Whitsunday Passage before returning with memories you will carry with you forever.

The Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef are truly "Best Scene from Above" with Aviation Tourism Australia! All helicopter tours are available from Hamilton Island, Hayman Island and other island resorts. Seaplane tours are available from Hamilton Island. Flights range from 10 minute scenic flight and inter-island transfers to half day tours to Whitehaven Beach, Heart Reef and the Great Barrier Reef.

Awesome Adventures Oz offers an exciting range of adventure packages for the backpacker and alternative traveller market. The accommodation and tour packages vary in duration from three days/two nights to six days/five nights and are inclusive of select activities, Airlie Beach and Long Island based accommodation and all vessel and coach transfers.

The itineraries feature Whitsundays icons the Great Barrier Reef, spectacular Whitehaven Beach and the beautiful Whitsunday Islands at an affordable price for the budget conscious traveller. Dorm, twin and double accommodation options are available with resort/hotel upgrades available also. The range of fantastic activities and experiences include the ‘Great Barrier Reef Adventures’ day cruise to Knuckle Reef Lagoon, the ‘Camira Sailing Adventure’ to Whitehaven Beach, ‘Ocean Rafting Adventures’ and free days to explore Airlie Beach and/or Long Island.

At Awesome Adventures Oz they focus on quality, safety and of course having a great time!

Barefoot Cruises is a boutique cruise company specialising in small ship cruising and fully crewed sailing holidays. It operates one, three and six night cruises on a fleet of unique sailing and cruising vessels in the World Heritage listed Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef. Winners of an Australian Tourism Award for unique accommodation, Barefoot Cruises strives for excellence and quality in all its endeavours.

Vessels and crews have character and personality ensuring guests have a very personal experience. Snorkelling beside vibrant colourful coral reefs and tropical fish, beach and rainforest walks on uninhabited islands and swimming in crystal clear waters makes the perfect holiday. With 74 islands there’s a plentiful supply of sheltered coves and peaceful anchorages. The islands also provide calm water sailing and cruising all year round.

This is the world of Barefoot Cruises. Kick off your shoes and let the pioneers of sailing in the Whitsundays take you on a voyage of discovery where nearly 21 years of local knowledge and impeccable safety standards are combined with fun-filled adventure sailing and cruising holidays.

The scenery is spectacular, the marine life is teeming with colour, and the crew is ready to welcome you aboard.

Coral Sea Eco Jet Safari is a unique eco adventure operator offering educational guided Jet Ski tours. They’re totally committed to preserving the environment, providing informative learning of the wildlife and waterways, you will enjoy the thrill of safely riding one of their jet skis on your own and being close to nature. A memorable experience that you will be talking about for years to come.

They operate half day safaris from Cape Gloucester Eco Resort, taking you through some of the most beautiful waterways, beaches and rivers in the Whitsundays. Each ski capable of carrying up to three people and a maximum number of 15 per safari you will enjoy every moment as if it is your own. You have opportunities to see Dugongs, Dolphins, Turtles, Whales and other marine life in their natural environment.

Wildlife is everywhere and when you see it on a tour this information is relayed to the National Parks and Wildlife for cataloguing and research. All part of the way in which Coral Sea Eco Jet Safari will preserve for now and future generations the environment and wildlife of the Whitsunday’s, by educating customers and providing great enjoyment.

Nothing matches the feeling of standing on a square-rigger with the wind in your face and the smell of salt in the air as you watch the huge red sails billowing aloft.

Feel the warm wooden deck beneath your feet and the tropical sun above as the Coral Trekker sails you away for the adventure of a lifetime. All distinctions of age, gender and nationality disappear in a communion of yells and laughter as you haul ropes and prepare to set sail for the Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands aboard this lovingly restored 23 metre sailing ship. Built in Norway in 1939, this traditional sailing ship displays a unique and interesting character. With topsails, t'gallants and yardarms she has all the old world charm and romance of yesteryear.

Action packed or relaxed! Join the crew in the rigging or just sit back on the wide decks and relax in the tropical sunshine. The itinerary is flexible and unhurried setting aside lots of time for sailing, strolling secluded beaches, snorkelling, scuba diving and hiking national park trails.

Coral Trekker sleeps a maximum of 14 guests in double and four-berth cabins. The crew of four includes captain, chef, and two deckhands.

Cruise Indigo is a privately owned and operated company based on Hamilton Island in the heart of the Whitsundays. They proudly own and operate two vessels; the Denison Star, their 107 foot motor cruise that conducts an evening cruise and dine experience; and the Banjo Paterson, their 60 foot sailing vessel that sets out each day for a sail to Whitehaven Bay. Here, guests are able to experience snorkelling on the fringing reef of Chalkies beach then a relaxing time at Whitehaven beach. Both tours operate exclusive to guests staying on Hamilton Island.

Cruise Whitsundays has developed an outstanding selection of Day Cruises that really make the most of this incredible part of the world. The day cruise range features trips to ‘must see’ Whitsunday icons including the Great Barrier Reef Adventures spending the day at Cruise Whitsundays’ innovative and spacious pontoon at Knuckle Reef Lagoon and the Camira Day Sailing Adventure onboard one of the world’s fastest commercial sailing catamarans visiting famous Whitehaven Beach. Cruise Whitsundays also provide a range of Island Escape Day Cruises to breathtaking destinations in the heart of the Whitsunday islands. You'll travel on modern vessels that have been custom designed to provide passenger comfort and maximum enjoyment and meet the friendly crew who have a passion for the Whitsundays. Most Day Cruises include lunch and free coach transfers from Airlie Beach accommodation to/from Abel Point Marina or Shute Harbour.

Cruising for Couples – Whitsundays Sailing Adventures is dedicated to offering you world class, quality live aboard sailing adventures in the spectacular Whitsunday Islands of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Their vessels are all Owner Operated resulting in a focus on vessel and crew standards, fantastic food, personalised service and a truly individual and unique experience.

Cruising for Couples – Whitsundays Sailing Adventures offers the most diverse range of quality crewed sailing holidays in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. From Stylish Classic Cruising to Performance Sailing Adventures, Reef Diving and Eco Sailing Safaris, Cruising for Couples – Whitsundays Sailing Adventures has got it all. Choose your cruise: Adventure Sailing; Sail and Dive Adventures and Cruising for Couples.

Cruising for Couples - Comfort, Privacy and style. Sail, dive, snorkel, kayak, explore, bushwalk, romance or relax. Your sailing adventure in the Whitsunday Islands of the Great Barrier Reef will probably be a once in a lifetime experience, so go on and spoil yourself with a private double cabin on one of their large, comfortable, well appointed yachts. Savour your time at sea in comfort, style and privacy. Many of their private double cabins are air-conditioned and some even offer ensuites.

DescaradA Charters offer a tempting island escape on board a luxury yacht exploring the coral blue waters, sunny beaches and spectacular landscape of the Whitsunday's. Perfect as a getaway cruise for couples, DescaradA pre-schedule two and three day tours enable anyone to experience the thrill of luxury boating. All for the ultimate in private travel simply hire the entire vessel with close relatives and friends for a special occasion.

Some 74 secret pieces of island paradise can now be discovered in style. DescaradA takes you for a trip of a lifetime with a crew of three catering to your every need from fine food to fun activities and moments of complete relaxation. The yacht comes complete with a high-speed boat; inflatable rigid tender, two jet skis, two kayaks, and a dive tank fill station. Accommodating a maximum of eight passengers overnight, the 70-foot luxury vessel provides every guest with an exclusive, intimate cruising experience.

DescaradA's home point is Able Point Marina in Airlie Beach, Queensland. Closest airports are Proserpine on the mainland or Hamilton Island with a convenient ferry connection to Airlie Beach. Private charter pickups can be organised from most island resorts. Welcome aboard for sweet indulgence!

Proudly Australian owned and based in the Whitsundays, Fantasea Adventure Cruising is the largest day cruise operator in the region, operating cruises throughout the magnificent Whitsunday Islands and to the Great Barrier Reef. Fantasea Adventure Cruising prides itself on its quality products and excellence in service.

The fleet of modern, air-conditioned, high-speed catamarans provide a smooth and comfortable passage to the outer Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands. Fantasea takes you there.

Fantasea Adventure Cruising offers a Great Barrier Reef Cruise to Fantasea Reefworld which is a permanently moored adventure platform on the Great Barrier Reef; Reefsleep which is an overnight stay at Reefworld on the Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach Cruises. There are also day cruises to local Resort Islands available.

Fantasea Adventure Cruising also offers inter island ferry services throughout the Whitsunday Islands. and there's Whale Watching from mid July to mid September. All mainland departures commence from Shute Harbour so mainland accommodation houses are well catered for.

Illusions catamaran sails daily from Abel point Marina at Airlie Beach, in the Whitsundays. Meet the other passengers while sailing across the Whitsunday Passage. Indoor or outdoor seating is available, and there is plenty of cover from the sun (or any inclement weather). Morning tea can be enjoyed while
admiring the view of the surrounding islands.

Part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Blue Pearl Bay on Hayman Island offers excellent and diverse coral and marine life. Giant Clams and Giant Wrasse are just two of the many varieties of marine life that can be found at Blue Pearl Bay, Snorkel (all equipment and tuition provided), Scuba dive for certified or introductory divers, join in the fish feeding (a definite highlight), or just relax on the beach before boarding Illusions for a sumptuous buffet lunch.

Boomnetting follows for the fun loving, and a fruit platter is served to refresh you before arriving back at Abel Point Marina. Illusions is fully licensed and carries a maximum of 25 passengers. Courtesy bus transport is provided to and from most local areas. Illusions is available for private functions, weddings,
birthdays and corporate charters where cruises can be tailored to suit your needs.

Kiana operates three day two night sail and dive tours to the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef. The tour includes visits to the Hill Inlet lookout and Whitehaven beach. Kiana staff are trained in the history and ecology of the area and accompany the guests at all times throughout the tour.

Scuba diving is offered for both certified and introductory diver's both at the Whitsunday Islands and at the outer reef (Bait Reef).

The tour is conducted to a high standard and all food is prepared fresh on board.

Mantaray Charters are very proud of their product and their service record.

The tour they undertake in the Whitsundays is like no other as they carry only a maximum of 36 passengers served by a crew of four. The tour takes you to the best the Whitsundays has to offer - the "Look Out" at Hill Inlet on beautiful White Haven Beach, followed by the magic of Mantaray Bay water wonderland. They travel a total of 62 nautical miles each day amongst the best of the 74 Islands of the Whitsundays.

The fare includes all reef and national park taxes, transfers from and to accommodation, use of snorkelling gear, morning and afternoon tea, sumptuous smorgasbord lunch and chocolate cake on the way home.

Off course they are "Eco" accredited and have diving available as an optional extra.

Maxi Ragamuffin's race-winning pedigree and professional crew offer you and your family the finest island day sailing available. Discover the beauty of the Whitsunday Islands, coral reefs and magnificent Whitehaven Beach.

'Maxi Ragamuffin' is an ex racing yacht that has won the Sydney to Hobart three times. Now she's operating in the Whitsundays so you can enjoy the delights of sailing on this beauty for their Blue Pearl Bay snorkelling adventure, or their Whitehaven Beach Picnic Adventure.

At 24 metres she's one of the Whitsunday's largest and fastest Maxi Yachts. Her considerable size ensures that she is comfortable in any sea condition. Below decks, Maxi Ragamuffin has cushioned settees and is carpeted throughout. She is equipped with toilet facilities, galley, refrigeration and has a 200 horse power auxiliary engine. Even if you have never sailed before, come aboard Maxi Ragamuffin and they will sail you to unforgettable day trip destinations.

The MV Fantasea Ammari is an all inclusive boutique cruising experience that offers you 60 metres, four decks and 32 cabins of pure luxury, chef prepared on board catering and tropical cocktails on the sun deck.

The MV Fantasea Ammari is now located in Brisbane and offers cruising options on the picturesque Brisbane River or to Moreton Bay. Covering over 3,400 square kilometres, Moreton Bay is an ecologically significant marine park that offers some of the largest sand islands in the world, home to over 70 pristine beaches, numerous freshwater springs, inland lakes and many species of native Australian wildlife.

The MV Fantasea Ammari is an incomparable venue available for private charters and also offers some scheduled evening and day cruises. With a maximum of 64 guests for an overnight cruise or 270 for a day or evening function, the MV Fantasea Ammari is a unique and exquisite cruising event facility.

Ocean Rafting takes you to visit the three top Whitsunday Island destinations on a marine safari, all in one day. Each Ocean Rafting day includes an exhilarating ride to world famous Whitehaven Beach, pristine snorkelling reefs and guided Whitsunday Island, National Park walks.

Ocean Rafting semi rigid inflatable vessels are super fast allowing you to experience a fun, fast ride teamed with adventure and education amongst the natural beauty of the Whitsundays.

Operating since 1997, they are proud to have very special permits to allow you to visit protected areas of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, the "Wild Side" where there are no resorts, just the natural pristine beauty of the Islands and the marine life. 28 passengers at most allows personal snorkelling lessons and the pleasure of a small group.

Each vessel has a Skipper and an Eco Host who are friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. 80 per cent of the vessels are shaded and bow boarding stairs make beach access very easy. A buffet style lunch is served at the beach with plenty of time to swim in the turquoise ocean or just relax on the silica white sand.

Outback Adventure Treks is a leading motorcycle tour company providing premium guided off-road motorcycle adventure trips in Australia. From their base in the picturesque Whitsunday's region, they offer tours all over Queensland and across Australia from the wet tropics to the dry deserts of central Australia. Enjoy the comfort, convenience, service and security provided by a local tour operator that has a deep passion for the country they travel through.

All of their tours feature only BMW motorcycles. Your motorcycle is meticulously maintained to the high standard expected from BMW. Each motorcycle is fitted with an intercom system and their guides will keep you informed of the local history, flora and fauna as you travel through the variety of habitats along your journey.

The luxury motor yacht ‘Platinum’ is built and designed specifically for luxury cruising in Australia and the South Pacific. Launched in 2008, Platinum is the newest and most sophisticated charter vessel in Australia. “Platinum” offers luxury accommodation for 10 guests in four double cabins plus a luxuriously appointed owners suite on the main deck with full ensuite and private spa.

Platinum allows cruising in comfort, luxury and style through the many islands, reefs and bays that encrust the Queensland coastline. Diving, snorkeling, day walks and time ashore on tropical islands is all available from the one vessel.

The Platinum experience is unrivaled when it comes to exquisite foods, professional friendly crew and luxurious atmosphere…. All situated in Paradise!

Reef Odyssey offers a combination of comfort and adventure onboard a well appointed, 35 metre small cruise ship for three and six night journeys around the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef. The vessel provides accommodation for up to 39 guests with personalised service and a generous range of daily water-based and island activities.

This cruising holiday is ideal for couples, families and individuals of all ages as there is a warm and friendly home-style atmosphere.

Three levels of accommodation are available in deluxe and standard staterooms and twin cabins. All are spacious, have private ensuites and enjoy 24 hour air conditioning. The large lounge and dining area with cocktail bar is the epicentre of entertaining while the top deck's alfresco bar and barbecue brings guests together under the stars of the Milky Way. Gourmet chef's meals, good wine and great conversation are all part of the Reef Odyssey experience.

Snorkel with masses of tropical fish, visit the famous Whitehaven (rated as one of the top ten beaches in the world), step through rainforests on uninhabited islands, or simply relax and do nothing at all.

With 74 islands there's a plentiful supply of sheltered coves, peaceful anchorages and spectacular scenery.

Enjoy Whitehaven Beach and Whitsunday Islands Discovery Tour with Reefjet. Enjoy amazing cruising among the beautiful Whitsunday Islands visiting Whitehaven Beach where seven kilometres of pure white silica sand awaits your toes, join in the fun beach games, swim in the crystal clear waters, or just relax and enjoy the beauty of your spectacular surrounds.

Next take a short guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout through National Park on Whitsunday Island for a magical view of the full length of Whitehaven Beach and the incredible shifting sands of Hill Inlet (don't forget your camera). Continue your cruise to one of the best snorkelling and diving locations in the Whitsundays either to the isolation of Cateran Bay or Pitstop Bay at Border Island or to one of the bays at the northern tip of Hook Island where the myriads of fish, turtles and wonderful corals will amaze you and where you can take your time to enjoy the mysterious underwater world of this magical marine park.

Reefjet has been operating in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park for more than 20 years so they are the experts, with all the experience required to make your day not a good one but a Great One!

You will enjoy three magical destinations in one day. Whitehaven Beach - Hill Inlet Lookout (Whitsunday Island National Park) and one of the fantastic fringing reefs off Hook or Border Islands for snorkelling and/or diving.

Join the Salty Dog team for an unforgettable experience on one of their fully guided trips or extended expeditions.

Explore the islands by joining a guided short or extended tour or let them customise one to suit you or your group's special requirements. Alternatively kayak throughout the Whitsundays at your own pace with a 'freedom' rental kayak, camping out under the stars or 'living it up' at luxury resort-style
accommodation en-route.

Based in the spectacular Whitsundays Islands, Salty Dog Sea Kayaking have been renting kayaks and running kayaking expeditions since 1996. Their qualified staff have an intimate knowledge of the region and enjoy nothing better than sharing this with their friends and guests.

Comprising more than 70 islands, the Whitsunday Island group is the largest offshore island chain on the east coast of Australia. and as part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, its tropical, clear, warm waters offer some of the most breathtaking and accessible paddling in the world.

The Sea Kayaking Whitsundays paddling adventure has the best of everything. Enjoy paddling between three islands, snorkelling over the picturesque and fantastic coral, get up close with the sea turtles, spot sea eagles circling overhead, and a have tropical picnic on a deserted beach. You will see some of the most stunning scenery in the Whitsundays.

Skydive Airlie Beach has the ultimate adrenalin rush with the ultimate view, make sure you get the best views by jumping with them, directly over the fantastic Whitsunday Islands. It is a two to three hour activity with free local pick ups, operated by their highly professional crew. All their Tandem Masters have a minimum of 10 to 25 years experience with between 5,000 and 14,000 jumps each! Most are current or ex-world and Australian champions.

Skydiving is an amazing experience you will never forget and location is everything when it comes to your Skydive. Many people will only ever do it once and the beautiful Whitsunday Islands definitely offer the best view. As you take off from the airport you will see the stunning Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef including Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, they will not disappear from your view until your parachute safely touches the ground. Take the leap!

Sail with the Whitsundays most experienced live-aboard fully crewed sailing company. Established in 1985, Australian Tall Ship Cruises and Southern Cross Sailing carry 20,000 guests a year on two and six day sailing holidays. Guests can choose between: Adventure Sailing for the 18 to 35s and the young at heart, Tall Ship and Deluxe Cruises which operate in three and four star markets and offer tours for families to couples of all ages. Tours are fully inclusive of meals and explore beautiful locations such as Whitehaven Beach, Blue Pearl Bay on Hayman Island, Mantaray Bay and Nara Inlet on Hook Island. Whitsunday Magic also sails to the Outer Barrier Reef and includes optional Dive Service. During a tour guests are welcome to get involved or just relax and take in the views. Tours include snorkelling on coral reefs, beach stops and island walks. Tours are all eco-certified.

Enjoy scenic and aerobatic tours in a Vintage Tiger Moth Bi-Plane with Tiger Moth Adventures. Take a scenic tour of the beautiful Whitsunday Islands and Whitehaven Beach from the open cockpit Tiger Moth. Experience the wind in your hair as it whistles through the rigging wires of the wings is part of the romance and nostalgia of flying in a Vintage Tiger Moth. Dance with the clouds in an aircraft which some regard as the ballerina of the skies.

For the "Adrenaline Junkie", take one of the Aerobatic flights. Sit down, belt up and hang on as staff put the Tiger Moth through its paces. Whether you want mild aerobatics with loops, rolls, chandells and cuban eights or wild aeros which also include spins, stalled turns, immellmans and inverted stalls, the Tiger Moth with its slow airspeed ensures you will enjoy the experience of true aerobatic flight.

Whitehaven Xpress is a family operated cruise with Jill and Dan providing a personal service for visitors to the Whitsunday Islands with three relaxing destinations. Enjoy a short walk to the Hill Inlet Lookout for outstanding views of the Inlet and Whitehaven Beach. There is plenty of time to swim walk or relax on fabulous Whitehaven Beach and under the shade of the trees enjoy their gourmet beach barbecue, which is cooked by Dan who is skipper turned chef.

Swim or snorkel over spectacular coral and tropical fish. They have snorkelling tuition for the inexperienced and their glass bottom boat for those that don't want to get wet. On the homeward journey a platter of cheese and biscuits is served. On arrival at Abel Point their courtesy bus returns you to your accommodation.

See crocodiles in their natural habitat on Proserpine River on the fully guided Whitsunday Crocodile Safari. The natural attractions of the Whitsunday region extend beyond the Great Barrier Reef and Islands. Local estuaries and wetlands meander inland from the coast to the Proserpine River, home to the estuarine (salt water) crocodile, many species of native birds, mammals, reptiles and marine animals. Don't miss the chance to see crocodiles in the wild - and Whitsunday Crocodile Safari will pick you up from your accommodation in Airlie Beach and drop you back in the afternoon.

The Whitsunday Crocodile Safari is a full day tour that incorporates a number of different activities to ensure you see the very best of the 'wild Whitsundays'.

Whitsunday Marine Academy teaches you to learn to sail in Australia's premier sailing ground, the Whitsunday Islands with its premier sail training school, the Whitsunday Marine Academy. The Whitsunday Marine Academy conducts various maritime courses and is accredited by Yachting Australia and International Yacht Training (IYT).

All the crew are qualified professionals, providing guests with gourmet meals and sharing their knowledge of the local ecology. Guests are given the opportunity to have a 'hands on' experience by helping the crew with the workings of the yacht. Or you can simply sit back, relax and enjoy the voyage of discovery in the World Heritage Listed Region. Explore the fringing coral, coves, harbours, inlets, beaches and bays of the beautiful Whitsunday Island.

When one of the most beautiful yachts ever built in Australia billows its sails with warm Whitsunday winds it's hard not to feel a sense of romance. Not surprisingly then it's the comfort-adventure seeking couples with romance in mind who embrace Windjammer's unique sailing experience.

Her interior is adorned with polished New Guinea rosewood highlighted by traditional brass fittings reminiscent of a bygone era. Accommodation for eight guests is in comfortable cabins, and there are above and below deck dining areas. On deck guests can enjoy the cushioned comfort of alfresco dining - ideal for long lunches and dinners under the stars.

This sailing holiday offers total relaxation with an emphasis on good food and friendly personalised service. Set your own pace, active or relaxed. Snorkel over coral reefs, hike national park trails, stroll secluded beaches or just simply relax.

Sail around the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and the 74 Whitsunday Islands - one of the most beautiful sailing destinations in the world - on the truly elegant and classic schooner Windjammer.