Boat charters and fishing tours

Whether it’s a day-trip on a catamaran to explore the Great Barrier Reef, or a week sailing the Whitsundays on a luxury yacht, Hamilton Island offers a whole range of memorable boating and fishing experiences.

Ways to go boating and fishing around Hamilton Island:

Charter a luxury yacht

For a truly memorable and indulgent experience, Hamilton Island has a range of luxury vessels available for hire - either for the day, or overnight. Sail on your own, or hire your own skipper and crew, and explore the Whitsundays at your own pace.

Hire a motorised dinghy

For a more relaxed way of exploring the islands, you can also hire a small motorised dinghy - ideal for fishing adventures, or fun day trips to the many secluded coves around the island.  

Take a tour

Hamilton Island offers a huge selection of professional, well-organised tours (from half-day excursions, to overnight reef visits) - many of which are suitable for the whole family. Simply speak to the Tour Desk to find a tour that fits with your budget, and what you want to see and do.

Go on a fishing charter

You can also enjoy a full day or half day fishing charter around Hamilton Island and the Whitsundays.

Learn to sail

The crew at Sunsail offer a range of sailing lessons - for both experienced and novice sailors.

Have an adventure

If you’re feeling adventurous, you can take a thrilling ride around the Whitsundays in Hamilton Island’s Jetryder jet boat, or even sleep under the stars out on the reef, with our renowned Reefsleep experience.