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Airlie Beach | Providence V 9-Hour Day Sailing Cruise with Snorkelling & Whitehaven Beach

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Adult -Bring with your own Lunch
AUD $215.00 $220.00
Child -Bring with your own Lunch
AUD $184.00 $189.00
Adult with Lunch
AUD $244.00 $250.00
Child with Lunch
AUD $200.00 $205.00

Tour Information

  • Sailing time: Approximately 7:30 am–4:30 pm (9 hours)
  • Marina check-in: 7:00 am

Explore the Whitsundays aboard Providence V, a traditional schooner operated by an Australian family. This day sail combines Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout and snorkelling on a fringing reef.

The daily voyage takes you to Tongue Bay, where you can walk to Hill Inlet Lookout for sweeping views of Whitehaven Beach’s white sand and turquoise water. Back on board, help hoist the sails under the crew’s guidance or relax on deck as you sail through the islands.

You’ll also stop at a Whitsundays fringing reef to snorkel among coral and marine life, with the chance to spot Māori wrasse. The day sail includes complimentary pick-up from local accommodation, snorkelling equipment and stinger suits when in season.

Providence V | 19 Years of Sailing Experience and Award-Winning Voyages

  • Australian family owned and operated, with 19 years of experience
  • A maximum of 24 guests per sailing
  • Led by an experienced local crew
  • Opportunities to take part in traditional sailing under the crew’s guidance
  • Whitehaven day sails have received Tripadvisor Certificates of Excellence (2016, 2017 and 2018) and a Travellers’ Choice Award (2024)

About the Vessel | Providence V

Providence V is a 62-foot Gloucester schooner modelled on a traditional Grand Banks fishing boat. Built using North Queensland timber, she features quandong masts, a red mahogany hull, penda frames and a silver ash interior.

Sail to Whitehaven Beach, known for its fine white sand and clear turquoise water. After time ashore, return to Providence V before heading to a nearby fringing reef for snorkelling. A picnic lunch is available if you have selected the lunch-inclusive package.

Along the way, you may spot turtles and dolphins. Humpback whales may also be seen from June to September, when they visit the Whitsundays to give birth and raise their calves. Sightings depend on conditions and cannot be guaranteed.

Whether you choose to help the crew handle the sails and lines or simply unwind on deck, Providence V offers a memorable way to experience the Whitsundays.

A Chance to Spot the Whitsundays’ “Great 8” Marine Life

Wildlife sightings depend on the day’s conditions and cannot be guaranteed.

Lunch-inclusive package

If you select the lunch-inclusive package, food includes yoghurt, cookies, a chicken, salad and avocado wrap, a slice of savoury quiche, and an afternoon fruit skewer. A vegetarian option is available on request.

Tour Inclusions

  • Approximately 9 hours aboard the traditional schooner Providence V, sailing through Hook Passage and exploring the Whitsundays
  • Morning tea and coffee
  • Approximately 1.5 hours in total at Hill Inlet Lookout and Whitehaven Beach
  • Snorkelling on a Whitsundays fringing reef, with snorkelling equipment and stinger suits provided when in season
  • Local commentary from the crew about the scenery and marine life
  • The opportunity to help hoist the sails under the crew’s guidance

Lunch & Self-Drive Options

  • Lunch can be added or brought from home. The optional lunch includes a chicken, salad and avocado wrap with a slice of savoury quiche. If bringing your own lunch, please pack it in a lunchbox-sized container.
  • Self-driving guests can park free of charge at Island Drive (Coles car park) and take the complimentary courtesy bus to the meeting point at 6:45 am.

Tour Exclusions

  • Reef Tax: AUD $10 per person aged 4 and over, payable on board.
  • Lunch package (available as an optional add-on)
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Winter wetsuit hire (available separately)

At Own Expense Items Check our price forms as updated price

1,The following prices are for reference only. The final itinerary and prices are subject to the announcement by the local activity provider on site. 2,If guests are unable to successfully book any own-expense activity, this shall not be accepted as a reason for withdrawal from the tour or for requesting a refund. 3,The information is provided solely to help guests plan their budget in advance, and there is no compulsory participation.

  • Winter gear: If travelling from May to September, or if you plan to snorkel for more than 10 minutes, you can hire a wetsuit separately from AquaDive.

Transportation

  • Meeting point: Coral Sea Marina North, Meeting Point B.
  • Driving to Airlie Beach: Airlie Beach is less than a 30-minute drive from the Bruce Highway turn-off. It is approximately 3 hours south of Townsville and 7 hours south of Cairns, making it a convenient stop on a road trip between Cairns and Brisbane.
  • Free parking and courtesy bus: Guests driving to the Providence Day Sail can park free of charge at Island Drive (Coles car park) and catch the complimentary courtesy bus to the meeting point at 6:45 am. This bus does not operate for Sunset or MiLady sails.
  • Other ways to arrive: The Whitsundays can be reached by car, train, coach or plane. Proserpine / Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) is the usual airport for Airlie Beach. Travellers can also fly into Hamilton Island Airport (HTI) and arrange onward travel according to their itinerary.

Things to Note

  • All tour prices are quoted in Australian dollars (AUD).
  • The day sail welcomes guests of all ages. Child fares apply to ages 1–12, and infants under 1 travel free.
  • A minimum of 15 guests is required for the sail to operate. If the minimum is not met, the operator will contact you.
  • Tour times, prices and conditions may change without notice.
  • The captain may change the itinerary due to weather, sea conditions, safety considerations or other operational reasons.
  • If weather conditions prevent the tour from departing, a refund may be available under the applicable terms.
  • Sailing and other marine activities carry inherent risks. All guests must complete a mandatory waiver before boarding. The waiver can be completed online and will be sent to the email address provided.
  • A valid mobile number and email address are required at the time of booking so you can receive your confirmation and important tour updates.

Cancellation Policy

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NOTE: FIT TRAVEL would adopt suppliers' cancellation policy. Cancellation fees, if any by the suppliers, will be charged according to the supppliers' cancellation policy ( FIT TRAVEL does not charge additional cancellation fees ).
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If your order only pays the deposit of a product: a, if the product has available seats on the departure date and price and contents are the same as the order you placed, the booking would be confirmed by us without additional notification to you, and the deposit is not refundable. b, if the product has no available seats or price or contents are not the same, we might provide alternative options. If you do not agree with the options, the deposit is refundable.

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