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Details at a glance

Opening hours
Operates daily.
Part day, full day and overnight charters available.
Pricing

Day charters for up to 60 guests
Overnight stays for up to 10 guests overnight across 5 cabins (1 Master, 2 Doubles, 2 Twins).
Term Charter Rates
Overnight: AUD $25,000 +GST+APA
Weekly: AUD $150,000 +GST+APA
APA 30%

Day Charter Rates
2 hour Sunset Cruise $395 includes bar snacks
Charter Rate $110 per person, per hour with a minimum charge of $2,200 per hour

Relocation Fees Hamilton Island (hime berth) - No Charge
Airlie Beach $4,000 (2 hour cruise from Hamilton Island)
Hayman Island $4,000 (2 hour cruise from Hamilton Island)

Additional deck crew required for any catered charters over 20 guests where guests will be swimming. Not applicable for BYO food.

5% booking fee on total charter amount to every quote

Public Holiday Surcharges:
25% on yacht hire, catering, and beverages
100% surcharge on crew
Inclusions
Water Toys: Equipped with a 28ft Boston Whaler jet tender, 4m RIB tender, 2x jet skis, 2x sea scooters, 2 x fliteboards, 4 x scuba diving sets, 2 x SUP, Inflatable air deck and inflatable tubes, water skis, wake board, yoga mats, snorkelling gear, wetsuits and fins.
Sights and highlights
Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet lookout, Blue Pearl Bay, Dent Island, Henning Island and Hamilton Island Marina sunsets.
Sample itinerary
4 hour day charter, 11.00am - 3.00pm
Whitehaven's southern tip, lunch on board.
11.00am — Arrive at Hamilton Island Marina. Boarding, welcome drink, quick tour with the captain. Crew stow your bags, talk through the plan, get you settled on whichever deck suits the day.
11.30am — Cast off toward southern Whitehaven Beach. Rascal cuts cleanly through the Whitsunday Passage at cruising speed. Morning snacks and a cold drink, water on three sides, islands sliding past.
12.30pm — Tender to the beach. The Boston Whaler drops you on the sand at Whitehaven's southern end. Swim, paddleboard, pull on a mask for the fringing reef. Crew on hand with towels and cold drinks.
1.30pm — Lunch on board cruising back. Chef-prepared set menu on the aft deck or flybridge, fresh local seafood, seasonal salads, a chilled glass of wine.
3.00pm — Return via Dent Passage. Alongside at Hamilton Island Marina on the dot, afternoon still yours.
Best for families, half-day escapes, travel agents selling flexible add-ons.
 
6 hour day charter, 10.00am - 4.00pm
The full Whitsundays postcard.
10.00am — Arrive at Hamilton Island Marina. Champagne welcome, full tour of Rascal, a relaxed safety briefing. Dietary notes to the chef, music requests loaded.
10.30am — Cruise to Hill Inlet anchorage. 90 minutes of Whitsunday water ahead. Morning tea on the flybridge with pastries, espresso and fresh fruit. Captain will narrate the islands if you want.
12.00pm — Tender to Hill Inlet lookout and Whitehaven Beach. Boston Whaler drops you at the sand. Walk the bush track to the lookout for the iconic swirl view, cool off in the shallows, wander barefoot. Allow 90 minutes.
1.30pm — Lunch on board, swim at anchor. Chef plates lunch on the aft deck. Swim platform drops, water toys come out, jacuzzi open.
3.00pm — Cruise back with drinks on the flybridge. Slow return leg, cocktail service, afternoon sun on the water.
4.00pm — Return via Dent Passage. Alongside at Hamilton Island Marina, crew handle lines and luggage.
Best for premium half-day, small groups after the hero shots.
 
8 hour flagship full day, 9.00am – 5.00pm
Hayman, Whitehaven, and everything in between. From $25,000 (up to 35 guests).
9.00am — Arrive at Hamilton Island Marina. Boarding, welcome drinks, full tour. For groups up to 35 this is the flagship experience, with two chefs and full crew on station.
9.30am — Cruise north to Blue Pearl Bay at Hayman Island. 90 minutes at cruising speed. Coffee, pastries and fresh fruit on the flybridge while the water shifts from blue to turquoise.
11.00am — Snorkel the fringing reef. Blue Pearl is one of the most vivid snorkel spots in the Whitsundays. Coral gardens, clouds of fish, visibility that goes forever.
12.30pm — Lunch on board cruising toward Whitehaven. Full seated lunch service on the aft deck, Rascal moving south through the islands while you eat.
2.00pm — Tender to Hill Inlet lookout and Whitehaven Beach. Walk, swim, take the postcard shots, come back whenever you're ready.
3.30pm — Swim at anchor, water toys out. Jet skis, SeaBobs, paddleboards, towables, jacuzzi. The whole yacht is yours.
4.30pm — Sunset drinks on the flybridge. Crew set up cocktails and canapés for the return leg, golden hour on the water.
5.00pm — Return via Dent Passage. Alongside at Hamilton Island Marina by 5. Full 8 hours end to end.
Best for flagship full-day bookings, up to 35 guests, 8-hour special package.
What to bring
  • Swimwear
  • Light jacket or jumper
  • Sunglasses
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Camera or phone
Booking information
Bookings are essential. Please complete an online booking request, or call the Tour Desk on 1300 659 133(Australia) or +61 2 9434 4212. Alternatively, visit the Tour Desk in the Hamilton Island Resort Centre.
How to get there
Located at Hamilton Island Marina, F Arm 25. The crew will meet guests at the passerelle 15 minutes prior to departure.
Terms and Conditions
  • Full payment at the time of booking. 
  • Cancellations made within 45 days of the charter date will forfeit the full amount paid.
  • The 5% platform booking fee is non-refundable in the event of a guest cancellation or force majeure.
Cancellation policy
Cancellations made within 45 days of the charter date will forfeit the full amount paid.
The 5% platform booking fee is non-refundable in the event of a guest cancellation or force majeure.
The information above should be used as a guide only. Activity/tour details, timings, and availability are subject to change at any time. Pricing is subject to change unless full payment has been received.