Summer Jo 5D5N
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Departure Point: Port of Airlie
Spend 5 glorious days adventuring through the Coral Sea, Whitsunday Islands, and Great Barrier Reef onboard Summer Jo!
- One of few overnight trips in the Whitsundays that visits both the Outer Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach
- Spacious maxi yacht with a recent refit and stellar new facilities
- Snorkel and scuba dive through unique reef sites
- Enjoy a more relaxed pace of exploration on this longer tour
- The ultimate adventure ideal for solo travellers, backpackers, couples, families, and more
Those looking for an extended sailing adventure in the Whitsundays will have a blast on Summer Jo's 5-day, 5-night tour! Take your time getting to know the islands, reefs, and sparkling waters of the Coral Sea and you cruise to iconic places like Whitehaven Beach, the Outer Reef, and plenty of other hidden gems. Snorkel, scuba dive, swim, sunbathe, hike, relax, and watch the sunrise and sunset over the ocean. This recently refitted maxi yacht offers the best amenities onboard its spacious deck. With private, air-conditioned cabins with ensuites as well as snorkel and dive gear, hot showers, and delicious catering, Summer Jo is fully equipped to provide the adventure of a lifetime.
Highlights
- Brand new million dollar refit giving the boat a fresh new look
- Scuba diving available
- Private air-conditioned cabins
- Visit the south end of world-renowned Whitehaven Beach
- Visit Blue Pearl Bay off Hayman Island
- Delicious meals, freshly prepared by the onboard chef
- Desalinator on board which means unlimited hot showers
- Explore multiple snorkelling locations
- One of the few vessels in Airlie Beach that goes to the Outer Great Barrier Reef
- Snorkelling mask and snorkels provided
- Spacious, open-plan decks to socialise and relax
- Diving gear provided
- Dive Instructor and Dive Master on board
- Locally owned vessel
Important Information:
- The minimum age for Summer Jo is 12 years. Divers must also be above the age of 12.
- If you have any special dietary requirements, there will be an additional fee of $10pp per night.
Sample Itinerary
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With 5 days in your itinerary, you have so much time for fun excursions in the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef! Summer Jo does not have a set itinerary, as the experienced skipper will decide what the best locations are based on the weather and tides. That means every trip is unique!
Explore the Outer Great Barrier Reef
A highlight of Summer Jo is its ability to venture to the Outer ...
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Vessel Specifications
- 5 Crew
- Draught: 2.7m
- Hull material: Steel
- Superstructure material: Steel
Layout
Summer Jo offers a variety of spacious accommodation styles, all featuring air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms. Summer Jo has two private queen cabins, two private double cabins, two twin cabins, two triple cabins, three quad cabins and a five bed shared cabin. Each cabin has en-suite bathrooms with shower, toilet and basin. With spacious decks, large lounging areas and a saloon.
Our Delicious Sample Menu
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You can view Summer Jo's Sample Menu here which details the meals on selection. Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements at the time of booking, as there will be an additional fee of $10pp per night.
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Addons
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Diving
This trip offers great opportunities for both certified divers and first-timers. For the serious diver they offer diving at the beautiful inner fringing reef among the Whitsunday Islands and...
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What To Bring
- BYO alcohol (no glass or red wine)
- Beach towel
- 1 soft overnight bag
- Toiletries
- Comfortable clothes
- Jacket or jumper for cooler evenings
- Swimwear
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
- Feel free to bring a reusable water bottle and/or additional snacks
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum age?
The minimum age is 12 years.
Can we bring our own alcohol?
Yes, you are permitted to bring your own alcohol on board. However, no glass or red wine is permitted on board.
Is snorkelling and diving gear provided?
Yes, snorkelling and diving equipment will be provided on board for your use.
Can my dietary requirements be catered for?
Yes, if you have any special dietary requirements, please let us know at the time of booking. Please note there will be an additional fee of $10 per person per night to cover any extra costs.
Can I dive at night?
Yes, Summer Jo offers night dives for certified divers.
Can I dive alone?
You can only dive alone if you have a Self-Reliant Certification.
How big are the dive groups?
There is a maximum of 4 divers per Scuba Instructor for intro dives. For certified divers, there can be up to 8 divers with each Dive Master.
What dive courses are offered on Summer Jo?
Summer Jo offers both a PADI Self Reliant Course (1 Day) and a PADI Open Water Course (5 Days). Please enquire for more information!
Policies
Important Information
Important Information:
- Visiting the Outer Reef is weather-dependent. Even if we are unable to visit the Outer Reef, there will still be chances to scuba dive on the Inner Reef!
- There is an EFTPOS machine on board for extra purchases.
- Holiday surcharges may 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 25% of the recommended retail price (RRP) - not the discounted/sale price. No shows or client cancellations made within 30 days 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 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.
A refund in the event of cancellation is subject to both our Cancellation Policy and the terms of the supplier.
Terms and Conditions
Our Terms & Conditions apply to this experience. Please review them before booking.
