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Summer Jo School Charter

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Learn all about the Great Barrier Reef and the surrounding islands on board Summer Jo's School Charter!

  • Visit both the Outer Great Barrier Reef AND Whitehaven Beach
  • Learn about the history of the Great Barrier Reef
  • Spacious and comfortable 30 metre-long yacht that can fit up to 30 students
  • Education-based itinerary with experienced and knowledgable crew!

Summer Jo's School Charter is the perfect school excursion for up to a group of 30 students! The newly renovated yacht is the best way to explore the Whitsundays. Learn about the heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef, the coral growth, and why it's so important we protect the reef. You'll be guided by an experienced crew who are filled with knowledge about the Whitsunday Islands. Summer Jo is spacious, modern and comfortable so students will feel safe and at ease while sailing. The itineraries can be tailored to suit every excursion. It's the perfect trip for high school cohorts, outdoor education groups, university fieldwork trips or youth groups!


Summer Jo Features:

  • Experienced and professional crew including skipper and chef
  • All meals included and are freshly prepared 
  • Accommodates up to 32 guests
  • Private air-conditioned cabins 
  • Personalised itinerary 
  • 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
  • Locally owned vessel


Please note that Summer Jo has a 50% surcharge over Christmas and New Years periods.

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What To Bring

  • 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

Excess luggage can be stored at our Airlie Beach Travel Shop for a small fee. The shop is located at 344 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach, and is open from 7:00 am - 6:00 pm,...

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What To Bring

  • 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

Excess luggage can be stored at our Airlie Beach Travel Shop for a small fee. The shop is located at 344 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach, and is open from 7:00 am - 6:00 pm, seven days per week.

What's Included

  • All meals 
  • Snorkelling equipment including masks and snorkels
  • Diving gear
  • Chef
  • Linen
  • Bath towel
  • Skipper and crew
  • Marine Park fees

What's Extra

  • 50% surcharge over Christmas and New Years periods

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.


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 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do the crew have their blue cards?

Yes, the Summer Jo crew all have their blue cards.

Can this vessel cater to allergies and dietary requirements?

Yes, Summer Jo can carer to specific allergies and dietary requirements.

This comes at a cost of $10 per day per child with a dietary requirement.

Is there an epipen onboard?

Yes, there is an epipen onboard. However, people with allergies are advised to bring their own epipen along aswell.

Are there flotation/ safety devices on board?

Yes, this vessel is fully equiped with flotation and safety devices for all passengers.

How small do the wetsuits / stingersuits go?

Wetsuits/ stingersuits are available in children's sizes from aged 12+

Can the crew organise for a cultural guide onboard?

If a school charter is organised in advance with plenty of notice, Summer Jo can most likely organise for a cultural guide or marine biologist to join the crew.

Does each child need to know how to swim?

Preferably all children should have at least a basic swimming ability. If there are less confident swimmers, they will be given a life jacket to wear.

Is the vessel accessible?

Summer Jo is accessible via steps and stairs. Crew may be able to cater to passengers with accessibility concerns, but this would be judged on a case by case basis.

Can there be separate sex dorms?

Yes, where possible, Summer Jo aims can provide separate dorms for boys and girls. The final decision on dorm arrangements is typically left to the discretion of the teachers organising the trip. We can provide a cabin layout showing the number of dorms and available beds to help plan the accommodation.

In some cases, schools or groups may be asked for preferences regarding certain bed arrangements to ensure the best use of available space.

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