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
- The perfect escape for you and your family or friends in the Whitsundays!
- 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
- Watersport 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 yacht. For 2 days and 2 nights, sail among the 74 Whitsunday Islands visiting all the best snorkel sites as well as Whitehaven Beach! Tailor your itinerary with your crew based on what you like, and explore the Whitsundays the way you want.
Highlights & 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.
Family owned and operated: ISail Whitsundays is operator of Blizzard, On Ice and Entice Catamarans.
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 at your own pace.
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 their expert local 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 onboard Blizzard!
Layout
Tap the hotspots on the floor plan below to view Blizzard:
- 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.
FAQs
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 Coral Sea Marina in Airlie Beach. A Hamilton Island pick up and/or drop off is available during summer months, but will incur an additional charge and a deduction 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 onboard the boat?
Please charge your electrical equipment before the tour. Blizzard has limited USB re-charging facilities. There is no power facilities onboard for items requiring 240V such as hairdryers, medical equipment, etc.
Is there anything else I should know?
This sailing adventure 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.
More Information
What To Bring
Please bring only a small soft bag with:
- Change of clothes
- Swimwear
- Toiletries
- Beach towel
- Insect repellent
- Water bottles to refill
- Camera
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunnies etc.)
- Warm clothes/pullover for evenings (seasonal)
You will also need to bring your own alcoholic beverages, available for purchase in town, or from Coral Sea Cellars at the southern end of Coral Sea Marina. No glass bottles permitted (with the exception of wine, champagne or spirits).
What's Included
Please refer to the information sheet below.
http://www.isailwhitsundays.com/entice-catamarans-private-charter-guest-info.pdf
What's Extra
Please refer to the information sheet below.
http://www.isailwhitsundays.com/entice-catamarans-private-charter-guest-info.pdf
Terms and Conditions
Important Information:
This sailing adventure 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.
This is a water-based activity, for safety reasons ALL passengers must be able to swim and speak fluent English.
The specified deposit amount is required to secure the booking, with the remaining balance due 2 months prior to departure. Failure to pay the remaining balance before the due date may result in termination of the charter (cancellation fees apply).
Your Responsibilities:
Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel, and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.
It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers are correct.
It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling 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.
You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time.
Prices/Extra Costs:
All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. Surcharges over peak holiday seasons may apply.
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.
We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.
Travel Risk/Insurance:
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 the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We highly 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. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances.
Merchant Fees:
Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.
Other:
Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) are subject to change. The most recent versions can be found online on the relevant product pages.
All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.
Cancellations
Client Cancellations:
All cancellations forfeit the non-refundable deposit. All balance payments are due 2 months prior to departure. Failure to pay the remaining balance before this scheduled date will result in termination of the charter and forfeit of the non-refundable deposit. Once the balance payment has been made, no shows and client cancellations made within 30 days of departure forfeit 100% of the full ticket price.
It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to admin@mr-travel.com. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.
Supplier Cancellations:
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.
In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Sailing Whitsundays retail outlet located Airlie Beach, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Mr Travel online department.
Refunds:
All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.
Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.
You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.
Accountability/Misconduct:
All Service Operators have the right to provide client feedback and to cancel bookings based off of feedback from other Service Operators.
Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.
Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.
Thank you for booking with our East-Coast travel experts here at Sailing Whitsundays/Sailing Whitsundays. If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.
