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Hamilton Island Daily Activity GuideSunsail Yacht Charters

See the Whitsundays from the water!

Bareboating in the Whitsundays was voted as the Best Cruise or Yachting Experience in Australia at the Australian Traveller 2011 Reader’s Choice Awards.

Special Offer: Book your Sunsail charter online – www.sunsail.com.au and receive a 5% discount by quoting HAMMO as the promotional code. This is valid on all charters for a 5 night minimum and is subject to change. Offer is for new bookings only.

Embark on an exciting day (or longer!) of both adventure and relaxation by sailing through the Whitsunday Islands on a Sunsail Yacht Charter. Choose either one of our monohulls or catamarans ranging in size from 32 ft to 53 ft, set your own itinerary (or allow one of our highly experienced skippers to take you to the best areas) and explore the delights of locations such as Whitehaven Beach at your own pace.

Operator: Sunsail
Location: Front Street, Hamilton Island Marina
Sights/highlights: Visit world famous Whitehaven Beach for the day or simply explore secluded anchorages and snorkelling spots at your own pace.  Our experienced skippers can also show you some of the best spots to anchor up and go ashore or swim in the crystal clear waters of the Whitsundays.
Itinerary: Day Charters: 9am - 5pm (includes an area & boat brief at 9am). Longer charters start at 12 noon on the day of departure and return at 10am.
Night Sailing: Night sailing is not permitted. You must be anchored or docked by sunset at all of our locations.
Available days: 365 days per year.
Things to bring: Hat, swimwear, beach towels, sunglasses, sunscreen, food & beverages (or can be ordered online through our provisioning service).
Pick-up / Drop-off locations: Pick up and drop off available from all accommodation for day charters.  Longer charter duration guests can also be met directly at Hamilton Island Airport or Ferry terminal, by Sunsail staff.
Inclusions: Yacht hire, dinghy with outboard, snorkelling equipment, galley with full inventory, bath towels.
Exclusions: Yacht damage waiver fee, fuel charge, marine park fees, beach towels, food & beverages, skipper (if required).
Pricing: Rates vary according to vessel type and time of year but yacht prices start at $519 per yacht per day/night. (Price example based on a Sunsail Oceanis 323 during low season including YDW & fuel.)
How to Book Longer yacht charters can be organised through our reservations office on Toll free: 1800 803 988
Cancellation policy Cancellation conditions apply.

The information above should be used as a guide only. Activity/tour details, prices and timings are subject to change at any time.

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Today's Suggested Activities

  • Learn to paint
    Take an art class to capture our island's beauty first hand.
  • Ride a quad bike
    Visit the Resort Lookout and enjoy the island’s scenic trails
  • Enjoy a long lunch
    Enjoy a long lunch at one of Hamilton Island's many restaurants.
  • Sailing for speed
    Experience the Adrenaline rush of sailing out on the ‘trapeze’
  • Play a round of golf
    Take the 5 minute boat trip to our 18 Hole Championship Golf Course
  • Get yourself mobile
    Take a self-drive tour of the island on one of our iconic golf buggies
  • Retail therapy
    View local art, fashion & jewellery in boutiques at the Marina Village
  • Scale Passage Peak
    A spectacular but challenging walk to the highest peak in the Whitsundays
  • Windsurfing for beginners
    The friendly staff at Beach Sports will have you up on your feet in no time
  • Visit the day spa
    Unwind at Spa Wumurdaylin with a relaxing spa treatment and massage.
  • Coast on a catamaran
    Set your own course or relax with a crewed or skippered charter
  • Challenge a friend to squash
    Hit the court and challenge a friend to a game of squash at the sports club.
  • Take pole position
    Feel the rush of formula one go-kart action on the fast Whitsunday circuit
  • Mini Golf Challenge
    A maze of putting through plants and palms - it's fun for the 'hole' family
  • Play a spot of tennis
    Serve, volley & smash your way to glory on one of our tennis courts
  • Cuddle a koala
    Meet the local koalas, kangaroos, birds and even the resident crocodile
  • Set sail
    Embark on an exciting day (or longer!) of adventure and relaxation
  • Take aim
    Visit the professionally run range for a round of target practice
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