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5.0 (6 Reviews)

Departure Times

Departs: 7:15am (approx.) - Daily
Returns: 3:30pm - 4:30pm - Daily

Departure Point: Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach

Illusions takes you to some of the best snorkelling and diving locations in the Whitsundays, all in one day!

  • One of the only day tours that offers diving
  • Both intro and certified divers welcome!
  • Snorkelling also available at colourful fringing reefs!
  • Sleek and stable catamaran for ultimate comfort
  • Newly upgraded tour with sailing, snorkelling and sightseeing!

*Please Note: As of 19 November 2021 this tour is no longer in operation. For scuba diving in the Whitsundays, please view the Great Barrier Reef Tour

Illusions is a comfortable 12 metre catamaran sailing daily from Coral Sea Marina to the beautiful fringing reefs of Blue Pearl Bay, near Hayman Island, and to Langford Reef. It's a lovely relaxing cruise taking a maximum of 20 passengers with plenty of deck space for sun bathing or spotting wildlife. There is also undercover areas for protection from the elements and a licensed bar on board. 


Illusions Features:

  • 20 passengers
  • 2 island cruise
  • Delicious lunch included
  • Sail around the Whitsundays
  • Option to purchase scuba dives
  • Exciting day trip in the Whitsundays
  • Licensed bar

Cruise, snorkel, scuba dive or simply relax and enjoy the scenery. Including lunch, snorkelling gear and with the options to purchase scuba dives is a great choice for those just wanting a dive trip.

Diving
Introductory Dive - even if you haven't dived before, try your first dive with our qualified diving instructor, subject to a diving medical questionnaire taken on board.
Certified Dive - Our instructor will show you the best diving sites in the Whitsundays

Prices
Certified Divers: Can normally do up to 2 dives and 1st $75 and 2nd $55
Introductory Divers: Can do 1 dive and it is $80
All dive gear and instructor is provided.

Important Information

  • Local Accommodation Transfers Incur Additional Fee 


Sample Itinerary

Blue Pearl Bay
Blue Pearl Bay is on Hayman Island, in the northern part of the magnificent Whitsunday Islands on Queenslands Central Coast. Sail and relax with Illusions as we leave Coral Sea Marina at Airlie Beach and cross the Whitsunday Passage to Hayman Island. Watching and being part of the fish feeding at Blue Pearl Bay is an absolute highlight of any trip to the Whitsundays. You will be surrounded by hundreds of fish ranging in size from the smaller Sergeant Majors and brilliantly coloured Fusiliers right up to our own metre long Maori Wrasse, called Priscilla! Whether you choose to snorkel (free tuition is provided for those experiencing this for the first time) or take an introductory or certified scuba dive with our own qualified instructor, you will be delighted at the range and diversity of the coral at Blue Pearl. As is typical of fringing reefs, the range of coral is extensive, with all sorts of hard and soft corals waiting for you to explore their fragile beauty. For those not wanting or unable to venture into the water, Illusions is equipped with Bathyscopes that allow you to see the coral and fish life from above water as we float over the bay in our dinghy.  Everyone that goes out on Illusions gets to see the fish and coral.

Langford Island
Langford Island beach is actually a sand spit that stretches from Langford Island at the western side to One Foot Island to the east. It is called One Foot Island because at high tide that is about all the sand that you can see--the rest may be completely underwater! You are free to snorkel or dive again or walk along this pretty beach, with views across to Hayman, Black (Bali Hai), Arkhurst, Bird and Hook Islands and to Stonehaven. This is a great place to spot turtles or even sting rays! Afterward spending some time here,  it is time to head back on board for the return trip to Airlie Beach.

Please note: As Illusions is very water-orientated, you MUST be able to swim if you wish to snorkel or scuba dive. All guests must advise at the time of booking if they wish to scuba dive (Intro or Certified). If you do not fit these requirements, you may not be able to book this tour.

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What To Bring

  • Sunscreen
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Cash or credit card for extra purchases on board

What's Included

  • Skipper
  • Crew
  • Lunch
  • Snorkelling equipment
  • All Marine Park fees

What's Extra

  • $15.00 wetsuit hire if desired, stinger suits are free to use
  • $5.00 transfers to/from select local accommodations
  • Underwater cameras, chocolate bars, alcohol, stubbie holders, t-shirts and caps.
  • All alcohol is to be purchased from the licensed bar onboard - NO BY...

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What To Bring

  • Sunscreen
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Cash or credit card for extra purchases on board

What's Included

  • Skipper
  • Crew
  • Lunch
  • Snorkelling equipment
  • All Marine Park fees

What's Extra

  • $15.00 wetsuit hire if desired, stinger suits are free to use
  • $5.00 transfers to/from select local accommodations
  • Underwater cameras, chocolate bars, alcohol, stubbie holders, t-shirts and caps.
  • All alcohol is to be purchased from the licensed bar onboard - NO BYO alcohol allowed on board.

Scuba Diving: 

Your safety in the water is our primary concern. To ensure your comfort and safety introductory divers must be 18 years or over, or 12 years and over with parental permission. Divers with certain medical conditions or over the age of 45 may require a Divers Medical Certificate. Certified divers must be 10 and over.

Please note there is a deposit if you pre-book your dives for the day of your tour. This deposit is non-refundable and does not guarantee diving during your tour. Dives are subject to change and are dependent on weather and conditions. 


Dive Medical Certificate: 

Please read the following questions carefully: If any of these conditions apply to you, you will require a Divers Medical Certificate before you can scuba dive.

  • Do you currently have an ear infection?
  • Do you have a history of ear disease, hearing loss or problems with balance?
  • Do you have a history of ear or sinus surgery?
  • Are you currently suffering from a cold, congestion, sinusitis or bronchitis?
  • Do you have a history of respiratory problems, severe attack of hayfever or allergies, or lung disease?
  • Have you had a collapsed lung (pneumothorax) or history of chest surgery?
  • Do you have active asthma or history of asthma, emphysema or tuberculosis?
  • Are you currently taking medication that carries a warning about any impairment of your physical or mental abilities?
  • Do you have behavioral health problems or a nervous system disorder?
  • Are you or could you be pregnant?
  • Do you have a history of colostomy?
  • Do you have a history of heart disease or heart attack, heart surgery or blood vessel surgery?
  • Do you have a history of high blood pressure, angina, or take medication to control blood pressure?
  • Are you over 45 and have a family history of heart attack or stroke?
  • Do you have a history of bleeding or other blood disorders?
  • Do you have a history of diabetes?
  • Do you have a history of seizures, blackouts or fainting, convulsions or epilepsy or take medications to prevent them?
  • Do you have a history of back, arm or leg problems following an injury, fracture or surgery?
  • Do you have a history of fear of closed or open spaces or panic attacks (claustrophobia or agoraphobia)?
  • Is your BMI more than 30 and waist circumference more than 102cm for males, or 88cm for females?

If any of these conditions apply to you, you will require a Divers Medical Certificate before you can scuba dive.

Please click here for a list of doctors who can provide this service.

Terms and Conditions


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.


Scuba Diving: 

Your safety in the water is our primary concern. To ensure your comfort and safety introductory divers must be 18 years or over, or 12 years and over with parental permission. Divers with certain medical conditions or over the age of 45 may require a Divers Medical Certificate. Certified divers must be 10 and over.


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. 


Transfers:

The Service Operator reserves the right to limit courtesy transfers to select local accommodations. Private residences or Airbnb properties may be asked to meet at the closest confirmed location. Failure to meet at the specified pick-up location may be treated as “No Show”, for which the Client Cancellation Policy applies.


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.


Open Date Vouchers / Gift Certificate:

Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value. 

E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees.

You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.

Cancellations


Client Cancellations:

No shows or client cancellations made within 48 hours of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price. 

Sailing Whitsundays are required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period (48 hours). It is your responsibility to make sure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during standard business hours (9am-5pm), to allow us to contact the tour provider.

Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee. 

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 Mr Travel/Sailing Whitsundays. If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.


Reviews

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Based on 6 reviews

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Reviews by our Sailing Whitsundays customers

Michelle, 10 Sep 20
We booked this trip as both myself and nervous husband wanted to Scuba dive. We were both so impressed with Naomi, she took so much time to reassure us and make us happy to venture underwater with Scuba gear. The lunch was pretty good too. A great day out will recommend to friends when they visit Airlie Beach. A really good post COVID activity we felt in safe hands always thanks Joseph and Naomi
Dave, 31 Aug 20
Had so much fun on Illusions! Naomi took really good care of us, the snorkelling was great, I also did a certified Scuba dive where I got to explore some underpasses and meet some of the local Fish! The boat is in great shape, the perfect vessel to sail around the Whitsunday's!
Maria, 29 Jul 20
Hayman Island and Langford Island are beautiful islands to discover, with secluded beaches and a nice lookout. The diving is a great plus! Great trip to sail around the Whitsundays :)
Ingrid, 12 Feb 20
such a beautiful boat I'm so glad the team at Sailing Whitsundays listened to what i wanted and delivered more then I could of asked for. There were a perfect amount of people on board and i had such an awesome scuba experience. thanks so much.
Louise
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