Providence V
Departure Times
Departure Point: Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach
Pricing Options
Highlights
Whitehaven Beach | Hill Inlet Lookout | Great Barrier Reef |
Snorkelling | Delicious Catering | Excellent Service |
Charming Tall Ship | Stunning Island Scenery | Alcohol Available |
Jump on board the incredible Providence V for the trip of a lifetime!
- Enjoy an authentic tall ship sailing experience with your passionate crew
- Sail straight to the world-famous Whitehaven Beach
- Snorkel, swim and relax to your heart’s content
- Gaze at the creamy blue and white swirls of Hill Inlet from above
- Feast on a delicious lunch, with excellent fresh catering options
Providence V is a classic 62-foot gaff-rigged schooner built from Queensland timber and is considered a baby tall ship, perfect for sailing around the Whitsundays. During your day trip, you can catch a breeze as you cruise around the Whitsundays to snorkel, swim and sail. You will get to see some of the beautiful Whitsunday Islands, as well as the beauty that lies below the surface during your snorkel at the colourful reefs of Dumbell Island. Providence offers the perfect trip for your whole family to have an authentic Whitsundays experience.
Providence has long been a Whitsundays staple and is a replica of the American Blackfish, a Gloucester schooner, which were some of the first boats to compete in America's Cup. She also starred in a Hollywood movie in 1992, Survive the Savage Seas, which was filmed in Australia.
Highlights
- Built from timber from the Tully Rainforest
- Snorkel equipment included
- Visit Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout
- Delicious lunch options available
- Full day on the water
- Authentic sailing
- Visit Betty's Beach
Providence V's day trip departs daily at 7.30am and returns at 4.30pm. It visits Hill Inlet Lookout, Betty's Beach and Dumbell for snorkelling.
Important Information:
- This tour is NOT recommended for cruise ship passengers as the depart and return times typically do not align with the cruise ship arrival and departure times.
- Providence V is also available for Private Charter.
- A shark shield antenna has been installed for passenger safety while snorkelling. If you have any medical conditions, please check with us before booking to make sure this tour is suitable for you.
- Family Rate is for 2 Adults & 2 Children - Must select 4 tickets or booking will be cancelled.
- Departures from 14 September 2024 will select either a lunch-inclusive package or a BYO lunch ticket when booking.
- Any bookings made after 5pm the day before departure must select the BYO food option.
Sample Itinerary
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7:30am: Depart Coral Sea Marina
8:30am: Morning tea on board
11:00am: Arrive Tongue Bay
11-11:30am: Walk to Hill Inlet Lookout for a photo opportunity of one of the world's most famous beaches
11:30-12:30pm: Go for a swim on Betty's Beach, one of the world's most renowned beaches
12:45pm: Depart Whitehaven and lunch on board
1:15pm: Snorkelling at Dumbell Island
2:00pm: Depart Dumbell island
3:00pm: Fr...
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7:30am: Depart Coral Sea Marina
8:30am: Morning tea on board
11:00am: Arrive Tongue Bay
11-11:30am: Walk to Hill Inlet Lookout for a photo opportunity of one of the world's most famous beaches
11:30-12:30pm: Go for a swim on Betty's Beach, one of the world's most renowned beaches
12:45pm: Depart Whitehaven and lunch on board
1:15pm: Snorkelling at Dumbell Island
2:00pm: Depart Dumbell island
3:00pm: Fruit platter and something sweet as we sail back
4:30pm: Arrive back at Coral Sea Marina
Departs/Returns
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Providence departs from Coral Sea Marina, the main marina in Airlie Beach in the Whitsundays.
Please meet at the Northern End of Coral Sea Marina, near the Kiosk Cafe and roundabout, 15 minutes befo...
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Providence departs from Coral Sea Marina, the main marina in Airlie Beach in the Whitsundays.
Please meet at the Northern End of Coral Sea Marina, near the Kiosk Cafe and roundabout, 15 minutes before departure time for boarding.
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What To Bring
Please bring towels and a hat and sunscreen, money to purchase drinks onboard, a rain jacket during summer months (Jan-April) and warmer clothes during winter months (June-September).
Departures from 14 September 2024 will be required to bring their own food if they've opted for a BYO lunch ticket.
What's Included
- Morning tea
- Delicious Lunch
- Afternoon tea
- Coffee and tea
- Chilled water
- Snorkelling equipment
- Marine Park fees...
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What To Bring
Please bring towels and a hat and sunscreen, money to purchase drinks onboard, a rain jacket during summer months (Jan-April) and warmer clothes during winter months (June-September).
Departures from 14 September 2024 will be required to bring their own food if they've opted for a BYO lunch ticket.
What's Included
- Morning tea
- Delicious Lunch
- Afternoon tea
- Coffee and tea
- Chilled water
- Snorkelling equipment
- Marine Park fees and National Park fees
- Stinger suits (summer months only)
- Courtesy transfers to/from select local accommodations
Departures from 14 September 2024 will select either a lunch-inclusive package or a BYO lunch ticket when booking, so lunch may not be included depending on which you opt for.
What's Extra
- Drinks for sale onboard. This is a fully licensed vessel, no BYO (Bring Your Own) alcohol permitted. Card Only Bar
- Wetsuit hire is available in the winter months from AquaDive. Call (07) 49464074 to arrange pick up prior to travel
- Public holiday surcharges of 15% apply.
- Departures from 14 September 2024 will select either a lunch-inclusive package or a BYO lunch ticket when booking.
Terms and Conditions
Important Information:
- This tour is NOT recommended for cruise ship passengers as the depart and return times typically do not align with the cruise ship arrival and departure times.
A Shark Shield antenna has been installed on this vessel. Anyone with a pacemaker, who is pregnant, or has a health condition could be affected by the electric field and should not use the device. Some examples of health conditions include:
- Heart disease
- A history of heart problems
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Stroke
- A history of fainting
- A history of epilepsy
- Lung disease
This device is attached to the vessel to provide extra protection for guests while snorkelling. If you are unable to use this device, please advise the crew and they will switch it off allowing you to participate in water activities.
Dietary Requirements
Upon booking, guests select either a regular option (meat) or a vegetarian option for their meals. The only dietary requirement that can be catered for is vegetarian. Other dietary requirements cannot be catered for. If you have allergies, please enquire with our team about bringing your own food.
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.
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 72 hours of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
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 minimum guest numbers rare eight people in order to sail.
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
Does Providence V cater to allergies, gluten-free, or vegan diets?
Unfortunately allergies, vegan diets and gluten-free diets cannot be catered for. The only dietary requirement that can be catered for is vegetarian. As such, guests can either select from a regular option (meat) or a vegetarian option. Other dietary requirements cannot be catered for. If you have allergies, please enquire with our team about bringing your own food.
Is there a vegetarian option on Provicence V?
Yes! Guests can either select from a regular option (meat) or a vegetarian option upon booking. Other dietary requirements cannot be catered for. If you have allergies, please enquire with our team about bringing your own food.
Where do we visit on Providence V?
You will visit Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout and one of the fringing reefs of Dumbell Island for snorkeling
What's included on Providence V?
Morning tea, a delicious lunch, afternoon tea, coffee and tea, drinking water, snorkeling equipment, marine park fees, stinger suits and courtesy return transfers from local accommodations
Is alcohol available for purchase on Providence V?
Yes- there is a licensed bar on board serving a variety of different alcohol
Is Providence V wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately, as Providence is an older vessel, the layout isn't accessible for passengers in wheelchairs. A list of Whitsundays tourrs that are wheelchair accessible can be found here
Are return transfers included within the cost for Providence V?
Yes- return transfers are included from many of the accomodations in the area. Please specify where you'll be staying when booking so that this can be arranged for you
Is there anywhere to store our luggage while we're on Providence V?
There is secure luggage storage at The Travel Shop towards the top of Airlie Main Street, which will cost around $6 for the day
Do I have to swim/snorkel while on Providence V?
Swimming and snorkeling are completely optional! If you'd prefer not to, you're more than welcome to hang out on the boat
What is the weather like in the Whitsundays?
Weather in the Whitsundays varies drastically depending on which time of year you visit! During the Summer months (December - April), expect hot humid weather with a higher chance of showers. From May - November, it's generally much cooler and less chance of rain!
Is Providence V family-friendly?
There is no minimum age for coming on Providence V, and it is a family friendly tour
What should I bring with me on Providence V?
Pack a small bag with anything you'd usually take to the beach- towel, suncream, sunglasses, hat, re-usable water bottle, swimwear, camera and some money if you're wishing to buy any soft drinks on board
Is snorkelling gear provided on Providence V?
Pack a small bag with anything you'd usually take to the beach- towel, suncream, sunglasses, hat, re-usable water bottle, swimwear, camera and some money if you're wishing to buy any drinks on board
Are there toilets on Providence V?
There are 2 toilets on Providence V
Will I get seasick on Providence V?
Just like with any boat, a trip on Providence V in rough conditions can mean you may feel seasick. It's strongly recommended that if you're prone to getting seasick, to take the necessary medication prior to getting on the boat
Can I book this tour if I am visiting Airlie Beach on a cruise ship?
We do not recommend booking a full day tour if you are travelling to Airlie Beach via cruise ship. As this tour departs early, it likely won't allign with cruise ship docking times.
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