Blizzard Private Charter
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Blizzard will take you on a cool trip through the Whitsunday Islands with your family and friends for an unforgettable experience
- Perfect escape for you and your family or friends in the Whitunsdays!
- Suitable for up to 10 people to enjoy this beautiful part of Australia
- Popular choice among travellers looking for a fun and interactive Whitsunday experience
- Watersports toys such as sea scooter and giant SUP board included
- Family owned and operating, providing an exceptional experience
Blizzard Private Charter offers the perfect mix of traditional sailing with the comforts of a modern vessel for the ultimate sailing experience. You'll get to cruise the Whitsundays in style, enjoying the comfort and stability of an authentic sailing ship. For 2 days and 2 nights, you will sail among the 74 Whitsunday Islands visiting all the best snorkel sites as well as Whitehaven Beach! Help your crew to choose an itinerary based on what you like, getting to explore the Whitsundays the way you want.
Blizzard Features
- A double helm
- 50ft long - very spacious
- Authentic sailing experience
- Sea scooter and giant SUP board included
- Snorkelling equipment and tuition provided
- Delicious and fresh meals prepared by highly trained crew
- Quality time at Hill Inlet Lookout and Whitehaven Beach
- Snorkel the fringing reefs of the Great Barrier Reef
- Family owned and operated
- BYO alcohol
Indulge in a quality and customised tour that offers a perfect relaxing environment, ideal for a tropical escape with family and friends. Enjoy up to five nights on your own private charter for an unforgettable experience.
Boat Layout
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- Shared Single Accommodation: Single bed in a two bunk cabin (cabin is shared with 1 other person).
- Private Twin Cabin: Two single beds in a private space, but sharing bathroom with others.
- Private Double Cabin: One double bed in a private space, but sharing bathroom with others.
- Private Double Cabin with Ensuite: One double bed in a private space with an en suite bathroom.
Sample Itinerary
Whitehaven Beach
White sands. Blue waters. Seemingly endless shores. This is what Whitehaven Beach has to offer you and you can experience it all on board Blizzard.
Hill Inlet
See nature at its best at the famous Hill Inlet Lookout! Your crew will take you on a guided bushwalk through the heart of Whitsunday Island to witness the amazing glory that is Hill Inlet. The swirling sands below are created through the ever-changing tides that leave behind a kaleidoscope of blue and white.
Snorkelling
Avoid the crowds and visit secluded bays for some of the best snorkel locations in the area, including some hidden beauties handpicked by expert crew. Snorkel through vibrant coral reefs and discover the vast array of colourful fish and abundant marine life.
Sailing
Take in the incredible scenery as you smoothly sail from one great destination to the next. Even join in all the action of sailing and learn a thing or two about this fun way of travel!
*Private Charter itineraries are flexible. You can work with your crew to plan out your perfect holiday on board Blizzard!
Frequently Asked Questions
What food is included?
All meals are included while on charter. BYO (bring your own) alcohol. Please see the sample menu for a standard 2 Day, 2 Night charter here.
Where do we depart from?
Regular charters depart from Abel Point Marina in Airlie Beach. A Hamilton Island pick up and/or drop off is available at no extra charge, but will be deducted out of the scheduled charter time period.
Are there any age restrictions?
Blizzard typically take ages 10-80. Ages 6 + are considered upon enquiry. All passengers under the age of 18 must be able to swim.
How is payment made?
We require a deposit paid by card to secure the booking. The remaining balance is due 2 months prior to travel and is payable by either card or bank transfer.
Is there power on board the boat?
Please charge your electrical equipment before the tour. Blizzard has limited USB re-charging facilities. There is no power facilities on board for items requiring 240V such as hairdryers, medical equipment, etc.
Is there anything else I should know?
This sailing adventures is only suitable for active people. A basic level of fitness and mobility is required, as a guideline guests should be able to climb a ladder easily.
Please contact our reservations team directly for all questions, enquiries, and bookings. We are online 24/7 via live chat, emails and phone.
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More Information
What To Bring
Please bring only a small soft bag with: change of clothes, hat, swim-wear, beach towel, sunscreen 30+, warm pullover for the evenings (seasonal). You will also need to bring your own alcoholic beverages, available for purchase in town. No glass bottles please.
Excess luggage can be stored at several places in town including most boat check-in offices, a 24 hour locker shop on The Esplanade, most hostels, or at your accommodation. Most charge between $5-10pp for the duration of your trip.
What's Included
- Skipper
- Host
- Drinking water
- Meals
- Linen
- Bath towels
- Wetsuit hire and snorkelling equipment
- Marine Park fees
What's Extra
BYO alcohol - no glass. Soft drinks available for purchase on board.
Terms and Conditions
Please note, at time of booking we require a deposit with the remaining balance due 2 months prior.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Tour Operator. It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 2.5% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.
This is a water-based activity, for safety reasons ALL passengers must be able to swim and speak fluent English. Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
Also, please note that you need to allow time prior to the boats departure to check in, please ask us for more details.
Cancellations
All client cancellations forfeit up the non refundable deposit and all client cancellations made less than 2 months prior to departure will result in complete forfeiture of the full price of the sailing holiday. Please note if the balance is not paid on time the booking is cancelled and deposit you have paid forfeited. If the sailing company has to cancel the trip (prior to the boat's departure) then a refund will be given minus card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.
Please note it is the responsibility of ALL passengers traveling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and vessel check-in agent before boarding of ANY medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.
Thank you for booking with Mr Travel/Sailing Whitsundays. If you would like any advice or assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours, please do not hesitate to contact us.
