Summertime Private Charter
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Sea kayaks, spa and air-conditioning onboard, Summertime is the perfect choice for a fun adventure holiday with friends and family in the Whitsundays.
With private cabins available, shared accommodation and modern comforts onboard, Summertime boasts fun and adventure as a standout sailing boat option and must be booked well in advance. Summertime doesn't just boast a hot tub for ultimate relaxation, it also features air-conditioning, kayaks, private cabins and a great sail along the way!
Please enquire for private charter rates after April 1 2017. Summertime will be moving to a 2 day, 1 night trip as of 1st November 2017.
A Summertime private charter will have you sailing around the glorious Whitsundays at your own pace, among your cherished friends and family for 2 days and 1 night. Summertime is designed to sleep up to 16 passengers with ample deck and lounge space to socialise, sunbake and relax, PLUS the popular fresh water spa onboard. This beautifully constructed, sailing vessel is one of the few boats in the area that offer the combination of sailing, kayaking, and snorkelling! And of course your private charter wouldn't be complete without a visit to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout, with plenty of snorkelling among the most stunning reefs in between.
Please note, at time of booking we require a deposit with the remaining balance due 2 months prior.
Summertime Features:
- Only 16 passengers onboard
- Sea kayaks onboard
- Fresh Water hot tub/spa onboard!
- Fully air-conditioned vessel
- Modern comforts onboard
- Private cabin accommodation
- Delicious meals included
- Tea and coffee
Don't miss out on the ultimate private charter with plenty of fun and excitement on Summertime! Visit all the top snorkel destinations, Whitehaven Beach and enjoy the luxuries of a large sailing vessel.
Boat Layout
Summertime offers a range of accommodation styles to suit yourself or your group. You can choose from:
- Private double/ twin cabin
- Share Accommodation (Double beds and single beds)
The cabins are well ventilated allowing them to remain cool during tropical nights and the vessel is fitted with a full air-conditioning system for total comfort in summer. Summertime was launched in 1947 and is 60 feet long.
Sample Itinerary
For 2 days & 1 night, you get to explore the glorious Whitsunday Islands without any limits. Summertime provides you with all the necessary equipment for snorkelling, kayaking, sailing and even bush-walking! You will explore the spectacular marine park from above and below the water, taking home memories to last a life time.
Summertime offers 2-person inflatable kayaks offering you a chance to explore marine life without even having to get wet! Paddle your way around the calm coves of crystal clear bays, like Mantaray and Blue Pearl. Wash up on Whitehaven beach in your kayak, explore the 9 kms of Silica sand and relax for a while, before kayaking back to the boat for lunch.
We pride ourselves on our freshly prepared and home made foods. Special diets, vegetarians and vegans can be assured of healthy, wholesome meals. Simply request when booking. Tea, Coffee supplied with every meal. White and Wholemeal breads also supplied.
Sample Menu
Day One
Morning tea: Tea & coffee with biscuits.
Lunch: Fresh breads, meats, salads, fruits and condiments
Afternoon tea: Tea and coffee served with Lamingtons
Sunset Snacks: A selection of oven baked snacks and dipping sauces.
Dinner: Tender chicken thigh fillets, marinated in honey mustard and herbs. Served with salad, feta cheese, olives stuffed with sun-dried tomatoes and onion. Steamed beans and tossed through garlic butter with oven roasted potatoes, fresh herbs and cracked pepper. Accompanied with Warm herb and Parmesan bread.
Dessert: Chocolate cake or Toffee pudding with a rich topping covered in creamy custard.
Day Two
Breakfast: Tropical fruit salad, served with yoghurt. Warm raisin toast, fruit loaf, white and wholemeal bread served with a wide range of condiments, cereals and milk. Tea, coffee and juice
Morning tea: Tea and coffee served with cakes and biscuits
Lunch: BBQ hamburgers and sausages served with coleslaw and fruit platter
An $18 surcharge may apply for some dietary requests and requirements.
BOOK WITH US TODAY! CALL 1800 550 751 OR (07) 4914 2425 IF LOCAL
What To Bring
Please only bring a small overnight bag (large travel cases and cases with wheels not allowed), ensure you pack clothes, a hat, swim-wear, beach towel, sunscreen 30+, warm pullover for the evenings (seasonal) and cash/card for on board purchases. You will also need to bring your own alcoholic beverages, available in town but please no glass bottles.
Excess luggage can be stored at several places in town including most boat check-in offices, a 24 hour locker shop on The Esplanade, most hostels, or at your accommodation. Most charge between $5-10pp for the duration of your trip.
What's Included
Skipper, crew, drinking water, meals, linen, wetsuit hire, snorkelling equipment and all Marine Park fees.
What's Extra
BYO alcohol. Soft drinks available for purchase. An $18 surcharge may apply for some dietary requests and requirements.
Terms and Conditions
Please note, at time of booking we require a deposit with the remaining balance due 2 months prior.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Tour Operator. 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 actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We 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. Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 2.5% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.
This is a water-based activity, for safety reasons ALL passengers must be able to swim and speak fluent English. Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
Also, please note that you need to allow time prior to the boats departure to check in, please ask us for more details.
Cancellations
Please note, at time of booking we require a deposit with the remaining balance due 2 months prior.
All client cancellations forfeit up the non refundable deposit and all client cancellations made less than 2 months prior to departure will result in complete forfeiture of the full price of the sailing holiday. Please note if the balance is not paid on time the booking is cancelled and deposit you have paid forfeited. If the sailing company has to cancel the trip (prior to the boat's departure) then a refund will be given minus card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.
Please note it is the responsibility of ALL passengers traveling 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.
Thank you for booking with Mr Travel/Sailing Whitsundays. If you would like any advice or assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours, please do not hesitate to contact us.
