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15 Best Sailing Tours In Australia

Australia's standouts.

The 15 most popular sailing tours in Australia right now, with prices, run times and what each day actually involves.

15 Best Sailing Tours In Australia

From Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Premium Catamaran

From Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Premium Catamaran - A luxury catamaran ride that actually feels like a trip

1.From Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Premium Catamaran

Most Popular★ 4.9

Cairns outer-reef cruise with a luxury catamaran: two reef stops, guided snorkeling, chef lunch, snacks, and eco talks for $190.

“Crew were highly trained, efficient, couldn’t have been more helpful. Catamaran was clean, smooth on the seas, spacious for the number of people. Timings were spot on. Great Barrier Reef was awesome ofc & Food was super delicious and well appreciated! Thank you so much :)”

3,567 reviews9 hoursFrom $190by Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef

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Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran

Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran - Two Outer Reef locations: why weather drives the whole schedule

2.Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran

★ 5.0

Full-day Outer Reef catamaran from Cairns with two reef stops, guided snorkeling or scuba gear and tuition, buffet lunch and reef talks.

“Could not recommend this boat tour enough. One of the last local family owned tours in Cairns and it was an amazing experience. Everything was excellent, from the boat itself to the food and to the scuba instructors. There is a marine biologist on the boat as well that gives a presentation about the reef…”

2,564 reviewsFrom $192.94by Passions of Paradise

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2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar

2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar - Your two days at sea: how the flow usually feels

3.2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar

★ 4.5

Sail the Whitsundays on the trimaran Avatar from Airlie Beach, with onboard sleeping, meals, and Whitehaven Beach plus reef snorkeling.

“The tour guides were relatively friendly. The pickup point map was incorrect, you need to ensure you go to the address and ignore the map as it was contradictory. The tour left fairly promptly after 11am. It was fairly expensive for you got, conRead more”

771 reviewsFrom $466.21by OzSail

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

2-Night Whitsundays Sailing Cruise incl. Whitehaven Beach & Great Barrier Reef - Whitehaven Beach: Silica Sand, Swimming Breaks, and How to Enjoy It

Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkelling Cruise from Port Douglas

Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkelling Cruise from Port Douglas - Low Isles island time: beach breaks, a lighthouse walk, and snorkel choices

5.Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkelling Cruise from Port Douglas

★ 5.0

Small-group sailing cruise from Port Douglas to Low Isles: snorkelling, marine biologist glass-bottom boat tour, and buffet lunch.

“Spectacular day of snorkelling, especially the afternoon swim off the back is the boat. We got to swim alongside turtles and saw young reef sharks. The crew was great, we enjoyed a nice lunch. This tour is highly recommended.”

565 reviewsFrom $243.86by Sailaway

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Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas

Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas - Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina Check-In: Quick, Simple, and Central

Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise

Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise - Where to meet the Spirit of Cairns (and avoid the dock panic)

7.Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise

★ 4.5

Cruise Cairns by catamaran at dusk with a hot-and-cold buffet dinner, local seafood, and sunset city views on the Spirit of Cairns.

“Unfortunately it rained hard so we only could be inside and we only circled the harbor. The staff was fantastic and the food and beverages were great too. A fun night out - minus missing the views and time outside at night.”

547 reviewsFrom $99.70by Spirit of Cairns

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Airlie Beach: Whitsunday Islands 2-Day Sailing Tour

Airlie Beach: Whitsunday Islands 2-Day Sailing Tour - Reef Snorkeling: Why the Crew’s Timing Can Matter More Than the Checklist

8.Airlie Beach: Whitsunday Islands 2-Day Sailing Tour

★ 4.5

Overnight sailing on the Matador from Airlie Beach with reef snorkeling, early Whitehaven Beach, great meals, and stargazing for small groups.

“excellent trip, we had a blast. All the crew were professional entertaining and cared for us very well. So pleased we booked and getting the Whitehaven beach early really made it for us. Thank you Chris and Andre”

452 reviews2 daysFrom $350by OzSail Whitsunday

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Camira Sailing Adventure through Whitsunday Islands

Camira Sailing Adventure through Whitsunday Islands - Hill Inlet Lookout hike: guided, scenic, and tide-based

9.Camira Sailing Adventure through Whitsunday Islands

★ 4.5

Sail Whitsunday Islands on Camira from Airlie Beach with Hill Inlet views, Whitehaven Beach time, reef snorkeling, and an all-day BBQ and drinks.

“Absolutely fantastic day that I will remember forever. Great weather, loved the boat, snorkelling was fab, Whitehaven was incredible, team were very knowledgeable and professional. Would 100% recommend this trip!”

452 reviewsFrom $185.77by Cruise Whitsundays

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Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip from Cairns

Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip from Cairns - Price and value at about $179: what you’re really paying for

10.Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip from Cairns

★ 5.0

Small-group sailing from Cairns to Upolu Reef with snorkel gear, guided help, and a full day of reefside swimming plus lunch.

“Not for senior (65yrs.) travelers. First and foremost they tell you you must wear floatation devices over 65, but what they are, Ill fitting water ski vest, which are I'll fitted and miserable to snorkel in. It's automatic no matter you abilities. There are other, better snorkeling floatation devices, but they don't seem to care.…”

408 reviewsFrom $179.31by Reef Daytripper

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Sydney: Discovery Whale Watching Tour by Catamaran

Sydney: Discovery Whale Watching Tour by Catamaran - Inside Fantasea Avalon: comfort, panoramic views, and quick deck time

Cairns: Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour

Cairns: Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour - Getting on Board: Crew Energy and a Quick Start

Airlie Beach: 2-Night Whitsundays Sailing Trip with Meals

Airlie Beach: 2-Night Whitsundays Sailing Trip with Meals - Snorkeling at Luncheon Bay, Caves Cove, and Blue Pearl Bay

Port Douglas: Sunset Sailing Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

Port Douglas: Sunset Sailing Cruise on Luxury Catamaran - On Board the Luxury Catamaran: Smooth, Stable, Comfortable

Whitsundays Sunset Sailing Cruise

Whitsundays Sunset Sailing Cruise - Getting It Right at Coral Sea Marina (Meeting Point B)

15.Whitsundays Sunset Sailing Cruise

★ 4.0

Sail on the classic Providence V from Airlie Beach for a relaxed Whitsundays sunset, with sparkling wine, snacks, and small-group comfort.

“Excellent view in the right weather. It can be intense at the start for those who haven’t done boat sailing before but it gets better! Definitely a better option than the other “party light” sunset cruise in terms of ambient.”

339 reviewsFrom $60.97by Whitsunday Sailing Ecotours

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