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Paradise Explorer Private Charter

FROM: $279
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5.0 (2 Reviews)

Departure Times

Departs: 9:00am - Daily
Returns: 5:00pm - Daily

Departure Point: Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach

Pricing Options

$825 AUD / Person - Full Day Charter - 2 Pax ($1650 Total) (Between: 01 Jul 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$575 AUD / Person - Full Day Charter - 3 Pax ($1725 Total) (Between: 01 Jul 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$450 AUD / Person - Full Day Charter - 4 Pax ($1800 Total) (Between: 01 Jul 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$370 AUD / Person - Full Day Charter - 5 Pax ($1850 Total) (Between: 01 Jul 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$317 AUD / Person - Full Day Charter - 6 Pax ($1902 Total) (Between: 01 Jul 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$279 AUD / Person - Full Day Charter - 7-8 Pax ($1953 Total) (Between: 01 Jul 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)
$875 AUD / Person - Couples Only Snorkel & Beach Escape ($1750 Total) (Between: 01 Jul 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)

Highlights

beach_access Whitehaven Beach Hill Inlet Lookout  Great Barrier Reef
 Snorkelling restaurant Delicious Catering room_service Excellent Service
sailing Fast Vessel music_note Sound System wine_bar BYO Alcohol

Experience an intimate, personalised adventure around the sensational Whitsunday Islands!

  • Flexible itineraries to cruise to exclusive Whitsundays locations
  • Explore Whitehaven Beach and Hook Island without the crowds
  • Private fast vessel catering for up to 6 guests
  • Ideal for all ages - families, friends and couples alike!
  • Whale-watching charters available from July - September

Beat the crowds and explore exclusive Whitsundays destinations on the Paradise Explorer Private Charter. Offering custom itineraries and private charter vessels your family, friends, and loved ones can discover the Whitsunday Islands in personalised comfort. As you cruise across glassy bays keep your eyes peeled for an abundance of wildlife, including dolphins, sea turtles, dugongs, sea eagles and the magnificent Maori Wrasse. From Whitehaven Beach to vibrant inner-fringing reefs, the Whitsundays guarantee a day on the water that you'll never forget!

Bettys Beach, Whitehaven Beach

Highlights

  • Exclusive private day tour for your personal group
  • Tailored trips and itineraries to suit what you're Whitsundays bucket list
  • Visit Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and Hook Island snorkelling sites
  • Delicious all-inclusive lunch and morning tea
  • Knowledgeable and friendly crew and commentary
  • Spot unique marine life in and out of the water
  • Fast vessel to see the most in your day
  • Open siding for marine life and natural viewing - every seat has a great view!
  • Marine park fees, fuel, and crew included
  • BYO alcohol

Two champagne glasses

Design your own sun-soaked Whitsundays itinerary, including the renowned highlights and hidden gems!

Sample Itinerary

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Full Day Personalised Itineraries 

The Whitsundays is your oyster as you explore the dazzling oceans on your very own Private Charter! With a knowledgable skipper to take you to the very best spots in the Whitsundays, discover locations such as Whitehaven Beach, Nara Inlet, Hill Inlet Lookout, Hook Island, Langford Island and so much more. Simply chat with your local skipper to design the perfe...

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Full Day Personalised Itineraries 

The Whitsundays is your oyster as you explore the dazzling oceans on your very own Private Charter! With a knowledgable skipper to take you to the very best spots in the Whitsundays, discover locations such as Whitehaven Beach, Nara Inlet, Hill Inlet Lookout, Hook Island, Langford Island and so much more. Simply chat with your local skipper to design the perfect day out in paradise for you and your guests. Whether you're snorkelling, hiking, swimming or soaking up the nautical charm of boat life, there's so much in store for you with Paradise Explorer.

Full day charters usually depart around 9:00am and return around 4:30pm or 5:00pm. Times are flexible and the duration is around 7-8 hours depending on your itinerary. 

The Whitsunday Islands aerial


Half Day Tours Available On Request

For travellers on a tight schedule, you can also book half day charters on Paradise Explorer! Venture to a pristine snorkel spot off Whitsunday Island, Langford Island, Hook Island, or another stunning spot on the fringing Great Barrier Reef. Half day tours are flexible to suit your schedule, though your potential destinations are limited to the time constraints. If you want to visit Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout, go for a full day charter!

Half day tours normally run from 8:00am to 1:00pm, or similar.

family smiling with snorkel gear in the whitsundays


The Couples-Only Romantic Package

For truly special occasions, choose the couples-only getaway package; an experience for just you and your partner including a gourmet lunch hamper, sun umbrella, sparkling wine, all snorkelling gear and a spectacular sunset! Please note the couples-only package has a maximum of two people. For additional guests, please enquire.

Couple walking on the beach


Whale Watching

During the winter months (July - September), Paradise Explorer offers incredible whale watching! Admire majestic humpbacks as they travel through the Whitsundays during their annual migration.  Please enquire about availability for a whale watching tour or private charter!

whale breaching in the whitsundays waters

More Information

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What To Bring

  • Camera
  • Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunnies etc.)
  • Warm clothes/pullover (seasonal/weather permitting)
  • Swimwear
  • Flat shoes

You will also need to bring your own alcoholic beverages, available for purchase in town.


What's Included

  • Vessel hire
  • Skipper
  • All marine park fees & taxes
  • Morning tea
  • Delicious lunch
  • Beach Towels
  • Snorkel Equipment
  • Eski, Ice and Water
  • Fuel
  • Couples Only Package also includes gourmet lunch hamper, ...

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What To Bring

  • Camera
  • Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunnies etc.)
  • Warm clothes/pullover (seasonal/weather permitting)
  • Swimwear
  • Flat shoes

You will also need to bring your own alcoholic beverages, available for purchase in town.


What's Included

  • Vessel hire
  • Skipper
  • All marine park fees & taxes
  • Morning tea
  • Delicious lunch
  • Beach Towels
  • Snorkel Equipment
  • Eski, Ice and Water
  • Fuel
  • Couples Only Package also includes gourmet lunch hamper, sparkling wine, and sun umbrella

What's Extra

  • Additional food packages
  • Stinger Suit Hire $5.00pp
  • BYO Alcohol

Terms and Conditions

Important Information

  • Children under 5 yrs are included at no charge, however catering for them is limited to a morning tea muffin and fruit platter
  • All tours and charters are subject to weather conditions.

Cruise Ship Passengers:

If your cruise ship itinerary or departure times change within the cancellation policy of your vessel, we will do our best to assist you in finding other alternatives. However, in most cases we will not be able to issue any kind of refund. It is for this reason, that we strongly recommend you have travel insurance, as cruise ship schedules are known to change frequently.


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.

To secure this tour, there is a 20% non refundable deposit, with the remaining balance paid on the day of travel. 

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 a non-refundable 20% deposit. All balance payments are due on arrival.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many people can fit on the vessel?

Paradise Explorer takes up to 6 adults. 7 or 8 guests can fit if the group includes a few small children. 

How long are full day charters?

Most full day charters are around 7-8 hours. The standard depart time is 9:00am and return time is 5:00pm, but these times are flexible and may vary depending on your itinerary. 

Are half day charters available?

Yes, half day charters are available! They usually depart at 8:00am and return at 1:00pm. Please enquire for rates. 

Can we visit Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout?

Full day charters can include Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout if you wish! Half day charters most likely won't have time for this due to time constraints. 

Where do the charters depart from?

Most charters depart from the Coral Sea Marina in Airlie Beach. But pick-up locations are flexible, other common options include Palm Bay Resort, Daydream Island and Shute Harbour.

What is the Couples Only Package?

The Couples Only Package includes a romantic private charter with a full day itinerary of your choosing. The charter also includes a gourmet lunch hamper, sparkling wine, and beach umbrella so you can have a fabulous picnic in the tropics with your loved one. 

Is whale watching offered?

During the winter months from July to September, there is a high chance of spotting whales in the Whitsundays aboard Paradise Explorer. Itineraries are flexible, so let the skipper know you are hoping to see whales and they can prioritise that for you. 

Is food included?

Lunch is included on Full Day Charters and the Couples Only package. For half day charters or additional food packages, please enquire!

Can we bring our own alcohol?

Yes, the vessel is BYO! The Couples Only Package includes a bottle of sparkling wine, otherwise you have to bring your own drinks. 

Is there drinking water onboard?

Yes, water, ice, and a cooler are provided on your charter. 

Reviews

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Reviews by our Sailing Whitsundays customers

Gemma Cowan, 17 Sep 24
Magical! John went above and beyond to make a bucket list item come true for us. We cannot thank John enough for sharing his knowledge of the Whitsundays, boats, cyclone disaster from years ago and marine life. Although the day was windy and not so conducive for boating John handled the boat and con
Toni Sullivan, 12 Sep 22
We had the most amazing Day. John was fabulous and shared a wealths of knowledge and took us to some superb locations.
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