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Major Tom Private Charter

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Departure Times

Departs: 3:00pm - Please Enquire
Returns: 11:00am - Please Enquire

Departure Point: Airlie Beach

Major Tom is a charming, authentic 62ft yacht, perfect for enjoying the serenity and natural beauty of the Whitsundays...all to yourself!

  • Sail in blue tropical waters and relax on the beautiful white sands of Whitehaven Beach.
  • Enjoy exclusive perks including paddleboards, hammocks, delicious food, a paradise pad, jumping platform and more
  • One of the only vessels with access to the Outer Reef & scuba diving!
  • An idyllic, private and exclusive getaway perfect for small groups, families and special celebrations.

Please note, Major Tom Private Charter will not be operating for the 2023 season. Alternatively, check out Solway Lass Private Charter!

Major Tom offers stability and comfort on board a delightful classic sailing yacht, making it the perfect vessel for island hopping! Major Tom offers an exciting sailing experience, covering all the most iconic locations found in the stunning Whitsunday Islands archipelago. You will sail past many different island landscapes, snorkel spectacular coral reefs, step foot on the world's best beaches and meet an extravagant array of sea life. You can relax and enjoy the world's best scenery in comfort, confidence and style, knowing your experienced and friendly crew are there to take care of everything. Being one of the only vessels surveyed to visit to visit the Outer Reef, you will get to fully explore the magnificent coral reefs and abundant marine life! 

Lounge in the onboard hammocks whilst the sun sets behind the mainland... there truly is no better feeling than being gently rocked to sleep, and waking up to a serene island sunrise. Dive in for a cool morning swim, where you will perhaps spot a turtle or two! 


Highlights & Features:

  • 62ft Herman Borow Classic yacht
  • Custom-built motor sailing yacht, built-in Freemantle 
  • Front deck with a large dining table that converts into a huge day bed
  • Back deck with day bed and dance floor
  • One of the ONLY vessels able to visit the Outer Reef
  • Option to scuba dive 
  • Free use of stand-up paddleboards
  • Large fully enclosed saloon
  • Snorkelling equipment and wetsuit provided
  • Fresh linen provided for each guest
  • All meals freshly prepared on board by your highly trained crew
  • Stinger net swim pool available for safety and peace of mind
  • Three-zone sound system
  • Jump platform to dive off 
  • Hammocks to lounge on
  • Two large BBQs
  • BYO (bring your own alcohol)

Major Tom is a spacious and stable vessel offering an adventure around the Whitsunday islands and Outer Reef, leading you on a journey that will include plenty of activities and plenty of sights to see . Guests can take the opportunity to steer this great ship while she is at sea for an authentic sailing experience - Major Tom offers something for everyone! 

Scuba Diving:

Major Tom is able to offer certified & introductory diving on board the vessel. You can bring your own dive gear, or rent from the local dive shop Aqua Dive, which is located at the Coral Sea Marina. The cost to rent your own dive gear is $220pp. Dive tanks are provided on board. Freediving lessons are available at no extra charge.

Aqua Dive Hire and Supplies
Coral Sea Marina (North Village)
(07) 4946 4074

Major Tom has a brand new support boat (tender), able to zoom guests around to lots of locations and also offer boat support for watersports and diving!

Major Tom is suitable for ages 7 and over. If you have younger children please enquire 

Sample Itinerary

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Whitehaven Beach
Stop at the famous Whitehaven Beach, where you can swim and explore along the stretches of soft silica sands. As one of the most famous beaches in the world, Whitehaven Beach should be on every beach-lovers bucket list! The unique sand, warm waters and tropical surroundings make for the best beach experience around. Take the time to relax on the cool sands or take a dip in the o...

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Whitehaven Beach
Stop at the famous Whitehaven Beach, where you can swim and explore along the stretches of soft silica sands. As one of the most famous beaches in the world, Whitehaven Beach should be on every beach-lovers bucket list! The unique sand, warm waters and tropical surroundings make for the best beach experience around. Take the time to relax on the cool sands or take a dip in the ocean - this is the ultimate place for relaxing!

Hill Inlet Lookout
Take the ultimate selfie at this stunning lookout point! Each trip to the lookout is unique in that the sands are never the same twice! The coloured swirls change with the tide every minute of the day, creating a stunning masterpiece in the sand that makes for the ultimate view. Hill Inlet Lookout offers the best vantage point in the Whitsundays. With panoramic views of Hill Inlet below, it is where you will get to see the famous swirling sands the Whitsundays are known for.

Snorkelling
Your crew will take you to some of the colourful reefs found around the Whitsunday Islands. Here you will find calm coves and bays where you can hop in and explore the teeming reefs that await below! Expect to see colourful corals, funny fish, stunning sea turtles and more. Our reefs host a wide variety of marine life that will give you great insight into the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. All your snorkelling equipment is supplied for you, so all you need to bring along is a sense of adventure!

Sailing
For guests who want to be involved, the crew are happy to show you how to set the sails and take control of the helm (and get some amazing sailing photos!) whilst you visit the very best destinations the Whitsundays has to offer. 

*Itinerary is a sample only. Changes may occur based on factors outside of our control (including weather, wind and tide) as well as your captain's professional judgement.

Layout

Major Tom is a custom, purpose-built charter boat maintained to the highest standard, equipped with everything you need for your charter in paradise. The design features:

  • A large fully enclosed saloon 
  • 4 x Private Double Cabins
  • 1 x Triple Single Bunk Cabin
  • 2 x On Board Bathrooms 

As well as plenty of indoor and outdoor space for entertaining guests, two large BBQ’s, a quality 3-zone sound system, stand-up paddleboards, a floating paradise pad and hammocks to a jumping platform (a perfect height for testing your diving skills!).

Major Tom Interior

Our Delicious Sample Menu

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Major Tom can happily cater for most dietary requirements. However, if you have a dietary need, please contact us before booking to confirm.

FAQs

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What food is included?
All meals are included while on charter. Alcohol is not supplied, please BYO.

How is payment made?
We require a deposit paid by card to secure the booking. The remaining balanc...

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What food is included?
All meals are included while on charter. Alcohol is not supplied, please BYO.

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. Major Tom has limited re-charging facilities. There are no power facilities onboard for items requiring 240V such as hairdryers, medical equipment, etc.

Please contact our reservations team directly for all questions, enquiries, and bookings.

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What To Bring

Please bring only a small soft bag, with: 

  • Change of clothes
  • Swimwear
  • Beach towel
  • Toiletries
  • Insect repellent
  • Water bottle to refill
  • Camera/GoPro/phone for photos
  • Comfortable footwear for bushwalking
  • Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunnies etc.)
  • Warm clothes/pullover for evenings (seasonal)

Excess luggage can be stored at our Airlie Beach Travel Shop in town, free of charge. Located at 344 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Be...

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What To Bring

Please bring only a small soft bag, with: 

  • Change of clothes
  • Swimwear
  • Beach towel
  • Toiletries
  • Insect repellent
  • Water bottle to refill
  • Camera/GoPro/phone for photos
  • Comfortable footwear for bushwalking
  • Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunnies etc.)
  • Warm clothes/pullover for evenings (seasonal)

Excess luggage can be stored at our Airlie Beach Travel Shop in town, free of charge. Located at 344 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach, open from 7:00 am - 7:00 pm, seven days per week.

You will also need to bring your own alcoholic beverages, available for purchase in town. No glass or red wine permitted.

What's Included

  • Skipper
  • Crew
  • Meals
  • Linen
  • Drinking water
  • Wetsuit hire
  • Snorkelling equipment*
  • Marine park fees
  • Free luggage storage in Airlie Beach Main Street

*Regular snorkelling equipment supplied. If you require any additional equipment such as a scuba dive gear, or prescription snorkel mask, please contact Aqua Dive for hire options.

What's Extra

  • BYO alcohol/drinks
  • Scuba Diving - BYO gear, or you can rent from Aqua Dive for $220pp

Aqua Dive Hire and Supplies
Coral Sea Marina (North Village)
(07) 4946 4074

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 the 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.


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:

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 on 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.


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