Pacific Sunrise was built by a master shipwright the atmosphere is further enhanced by the tropical layout and use of a variety of exotic timbers in the construction. The fully functional galley, licensed bar and dining room with seating for all passengers, provides areas for meeting and socialising. While the various secluded balconies and deck levels of Pacific Sunrise enable guests to find their own private space and a feeling of solitude, and to enjoy the view of the beautiful Whitsunday Islands.

Pacific Sunrise boasts 3 separate levels, only 8 guest suites, a maximum of 17 guests with a minimum of 5 crew. Pacific Sunrise has the largest suites of any vessel in the region and along with their accompanying private bathrooms they are the size of a regular hotel suite and fully renovated to a very high standard. All suites are air-conditioned varying in size and position throughout the vessel.

The History
Pacific Sunrise was built in 1979 by Charles Whippy & Co in Suva Fiji, launched 1981, she was the 5th and largest of this design built and the only one still sailing. She was also the largest and last timber boat of this size built in the south pacific in the prior 50 years at time of construction. Initially spending a few years in the capacity of island trader taking small cargo from island to island in Fiji, she was then taken to the United States to be sold in 1983 where the vessel featured in both movies and a television series. In 1987 the vessel was sailed to Vanuatu where she spent some years as a private yacht before sailing to New Zealand where she was sold to a company who commenced a refit to put her back into commercial survey. Once complete, she was relocated to Tonga working as a charter vessel around the northern islands and then later returned to New Zealand. New Zealand is where, after some time, she was the sold to Whitsunday Coral Cruises and an extensive 12 month refit was undertaken leading to her sailing Whitsundays to commence cruises around the islands & reef. With several millions of dollars being spent on her over the past few years she has now been restored to a level where she can offer guests the comfort and luxury one would expect of such a grand sailing ship.

The Menu

The chef on board Pacific Sunrise will delight your senses with his delightful gourmet menu, his blend of international and tropical cuisine is unique to Sunrise and sets her apart from any other vessel in the area. The Dinning room is a comfortable and luxurious space, with rich exotic timbers and soft leathers. The room is filled with natural light from the port holes and windows, from the dining area theres a large shaded balcony with seating, perfect for an alfresco aperitif or an after dinner port.

Pacific Sunrise sample menu

Day 1

Complimentary champagne on arrival & antipasto platter.

Evening meal Appetiser cheese & fruit platter
Entrée half/ half soup of pumpkin, leek & potato with garlic breads

Main course choice of peppered eye fillet steak or stuffed chicken breast – grilled. Both served with kipfler potato, bok choy & green beans

Dessert

- berries zabaglione with port wine sabayan

Day 2

breakfast Continental breakfast choice of Fruit platter/salad, assortment of toasts & English muffins, assorted cereals, yoghurts, croissants, danishes, juices, tea and coffee

Hot breakfast Eggs benedict

Morning tea

Tea & coffee, fresh fruit platter, selection of home made cakes, cookies and muffins

Lunch BBQ steak, assorted marinated kebabs and BBQ reef fish.
Served with Country style potato salad, tossed salad and assorted breads

Evening meal Appetiser - antipasto
Entree - Malibu prawns with sweet chilli and Foccacia bread

Main course choice of Whitsunday Fish or pork fillets with mango coulis cous. Both served with a vegetable medley & sweet potato

Dessert Banana crepes with caramel sauce

Day 3

Breakfast

Continental & Hot Breakfast of omelets w assorted fillings

Morning & afternoon tea

Tea & coffee, fresh fruit platter, selection of home made cakes, cookies and muffins

Lunch Mild Indian beef curry and Thai vegetable curry, served with naan breads, pappadams, yoghurts & chutneys

Evening meal Appetiser - deep fried wontons & Chinese nibbles Entree - spanikopita with béarnaise sauce and bruchetta bread

Main course - choice of Roast beef, roast turkey or traditional lamb shanks served with traditional roast vegetables, peas, gravy.

Dessert - Sticky date pudding with crème friache.

Day 4

Breakfast Continental & hot breakfast of full English breakfast of eggs, sausages & grilled tomato

Morning & afternoon tea

Tea & coffee, fresh fruit platter, selection of home made cakes, cookies and muffins.

Most dietary requirements can be met please advise when.

The Vessel Layout
The cabins on Pacific Sunrise are the largest on any vessel in the area and all offer heaps of storage space and private en-suites.
The Blue Pearl suite This Deluxe Stateroom is situated on the upper deck level behind the Bridge. The cabin has a full size double bed & en-suite. One way windows surrounding most of the cabin offer good natural light and stunning views. This cabin also opens up to a semi private lounge area on the upper aft deck.

The Whitehaven suite is a Deluxe Stateroom conveniently situated on the main deck level adjacent to the library, the cabin boasts a full queen size bed, 2 settees, en-suite and plenty of storage. The cabin is lined with rich American ash, With lots of natural light.

The Royal Seaforth Sateroom is a Stateroom located forward of the lower deck. This enormous cabin has a full size double island bed, large en-suite and full size wardrobe. The cabin is lined with Pacific Maple and Teak and decorated with artifacts collected during the vessels voyages through the south pacific islands.

The Lindeman Stateroom is located forward on the lower deck has a double bed, full size wardrobe and large en-suite. The cabin is lined with Pacific Maple and Teak with natural light offered through the deck lights.

The Deloraine Stateroom is located on the lower deck. It offers double bed accommodation, en-suite and full size wardrobe. The cabin is fitted out with Pacific Beech and Teak.

The Langford Cabin is located on the lower deck. This cabin is lined with pacific beech and teak. It offers accommodation for 2 people in twin bunks with a large en-suite and plenty of storage.

The Macona Cabin is situated on the lower aft deck. It is lined with Pacific Maple and Teak and offers accommodation for 3 in separate bunks. This roomy cabin has plenty of storage with additional baggage storage in the adjacent foyer area and large ensuite.

The Haselwood Cabin is situated on the lower aft deck, the cabin has a double bed and lined with Pacific Maple and Teak the cabin has a large storage area and large adjacent ensuite.

Haselwood and Macona cabins are perfect for a family of 5 travelling, they are located in the aft of the vessel next door to one another, with an adjacent private hallway, offering a great family suite.

If you have a particular stateroom or cabin that interests you, please let us know when booking.

Looking for Island Accommodation in the Whitsundays? We have some great rates for guests who combine a luxury sailing cruise with an island stopover.
We can create the perfect 6 night break with 3 nights cruising and 3 nights at one of the Whitsundays premier island resorts, Daydream Island. Staying in the Ocean Balcony room at Daydream island resort and rejuvenation spa. where you can enjoy the tropical sea breezes from your balcony overlooking the glorious Whitsundays,
Sail and Stay package includes 3 nights Ocean Balcony room at Daydream Island. a full buffet breakfast daily per person and $20.00 spa voucher per room, 3 nights Sailing on board Pacific Sunrise in a Deluxe Stateroom a One way Ferry Transfer to Daydream, Plus an awesome day trip to the outer Great Barrier Reef on board Sea Flight.

For more info about Daydream Island Resort you can use this link URL:
DayDream Island Resort and Spa.

Great barrier reef Experience at Knuckel reef pontoon.