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Departure Times

Departs: 12pm (approx) - Saturday
Returns: 10am - Friday

Departure Point: Hamilton Island

Sail away with Sydney Sundancer and experience the natural wonders of the Whitsundays!

  • Visit exclusive snorkelling locations in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park 
  • Spend ample time sight-seeing iconic places around the Whitsundays including Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout!
  • Enjoy authentic sailing alongside a friendly and welcoming crew 
  • Perfect for travellers eager to meet and mingle with like-minded people

Make the Sydney Sundancer Liveaboard Charter your home away from home when you spend 7 days and 6 nights sailing through the glistening Whitsunday Islands. The 60 foot yacht is the ideal vessel for two separate couples happy to team up, or for a group of 8 guests seeking a luxurious tropical getaway. Spend a week on this spacious yacht, soaking up the Whitsunday sun, exploring the vibrant underwater world, and sailing through tropical havens and bays. 

Sydney Sundancer

Highlights and Features:

  • Spend a full week cruising through the pristine Whitsundays
  • Opportunities to visit the Outer Reef (weather permitting)
  • Personalised itinerary
  • Suitable for 2x couples or a group of 8 guests
  • Spacious cabins with ensuite bathrooms
  • One of the only charters that departs Hamilton Island for up to 7 days
  • Long Range Roving Permit which allows the yacht to visit exclusive locations
  • Micro expedition ship
  • Experienced crew
  • Complimentary Wifi
  • Professional chef onboard for superb, healthy dining
  • Master Reef Guide onboard 
  • Glass bottom tender
  • Incredible snorkelling opportunities
  • Visit iconic Whitsunday locations!
  • Eco Certified
  • GBRMPA recognised High Standard Tourist Operator
  • Award-winning vessel
  • Kayaks available for use
  • Children only welcome with private bookings

For a shorter charter, please check Sydney Sundancer's Private Charter

*Please note, the places you visit will be determined by daily tide and weather conditions.

Sample Itinerary

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Here is a sample itinerary for what you can expect on your 7 day trip with Sydney Sundancer through the Whitsundays. Please note the itinerary is subject to change depending on the weather conditions on the day. 

Day 1:

Make your way to the Hamilton Island Marina around midday (depending on flight or ferry arrival times) and hop aboard Sydney Sundancer, ready for a trip of a lifetime! Your frie...

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Here is a sample itinerary for what you can expect on your 7 day trip with Sydney Sundancer through the Whitsundays. Please note the itinerary is subject to change depending on the weather conditions on the day. 

Day 1:

Make your way to the Hamilton Island Marina around midday (depending on flight or ferry arrival times) and hop aboard Sydney Sundancer, ready for a trip of a lifetime! Your friendly crew will greet you with a complimentary drink as you board and settle in. You'll depart the marina and set sail towards Cid Harbour, a gorgeous anchorage off Whitsunday Island. Option to have an afternoon stroll through the national forest before unwinding with beverages, snacks and an evening meal. 

Sydney Sundancer

Day 2:

Enjoy your first meal of the day freshly prepared by the crew and then set sail to Langford Reef, located off Hook Island. Spend your time snorkelling and looking out for the incredible marine life. You might spot green sea turtles, giant clams, reef sharks (friendly ones, of course), eels or even manta rays as shown below! Lucky for you, you'll have a Master Reef Guide with you to guide you and provide you with plenty of information on the marine life you might see! After time in the water, opt for an island walk if you wish to do so before enjoying a delicious lunch. You'll then relocate to the second location where you'll spend the night - Stonehaven Bay off Hook Island. Catch the sunset with a cocktail, indulge in a scrumptious dinner then settle in for the night. 

Day 3:

Start your day with a snorkel and work up an appetite for breakfast! Then hoist the sails and make way through the Whitsunday Passage on route to Blue Pearl Bay, off Hayman Island (one of the fanciest islands in the Whitsundays). After lunch, dive into the water for another snorkel and explore the fringing reefs where you'll be amazed by the kaleidoscope of tropical fish! Go for a ride in the glass bottom tender and check out the reef from a different perspective while listening to informative talks about what you're seeing below. If you're not exhausted yet, head for another bush walk where you can capture panoramic views of the surrounding islands before another delicious meal while watching the sun go down. 

Sydney Sundancer

Day 4:

Off to Butterfly Bay located off Hook Island! Hop in the dinghy and head to the island to wander through the rainforest and get to know the local Australian wildlife. Spot unique coloured butterflies, fascinating foliage and native trees. Your guides will be able to answer any questions you may have about what you discover. If you're up for more snorkelling, check out the stunning corals located beneath the surface. After lunch, head to Manta Ray Bay (still off Hook Island) and enjoy another snorkel or a ride in the glass bottom boat. Weather permitting, you'll then set sail for Bait Reef which is located on the Outer Great Barrier Reef! It's a three hour sail so make yourself comfortable on board and enjoy the ride. Keep an eye out for whales as it is whale season! Whales are frequently spotted between June and September and lucky for you there's a hydrophone onboard where you can listen to the songs of the Humpback Whales - check out this video of the experience! Snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef is one of a kind so be sure to put that mask and snorkel on and spend the afternoon getting to know the world-famous reef!

Day 5:

Wake to see the sunrise over the Great Barrier Reef, the perfect way to start the day! Enjoy another 10/10 breakfast before drifting over to the Stepping Stones (a popular location on the Great Barrier Reef known for its 18 coral pinnacles that form "stepping stones"). Explore the coral formations and be guided through the 'Manta Ray Drop Off' which is where you will see some of the most amazing corals and fish - check out this video which details what you might see! Your guides are guaranteed to show you the very best of the reef using their years of experience and knowledge and will be sure you remain safe and comfortable during your time in the water. After a busy morning, have lunch and set sail back to the Whitsunday Islands. You'll spend the night in Tongue Bay off Whitsunday Island.

Day 6:

Time to check out the world-renowned beach, Whitehaven! After breakfast head to Hill Inlet to be blown away by the views! Be sure to take your camera as Hill Inlet Lookout is one of the most photographed spots in the world. No two days are the same due to the ever-changing tides and the white swirling sands so the views are one of a kind. Then head down to Betty's Beach on Whitehaven where you can feel the soft silica sands beneath your feet. A fun fact about the silica sands is that you can actually shine your jewellery in the sand! Have lunch off the shore with Whitehaven as your backdrop. Spend the afternoon frolicking in the crystal clear waters and sunbathe on the shiny sands before setting sail for a bay near Hamilton Island for your last night on board. Spend the evening reminiscing on the wonderful trip you've had!

Day 7:

Make the most of your last morning on board and catch one last sunrise. Dip into the water for one final snorkel and swim before journeying back to Hamilton Island after breakfast. You'll arrive around 10am with plenty of time to explore the island if you don't have a flight or ferry to catch!  

Vessel Specifications

  • Type: Power Monohull
  • Length: 60 feet
  • Breadth: 15 feet
  • Depth: 2.5 metres
  • Engine Power: 52 kw

Our Delicious Sample Menu

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Please see the sample menu for Sydney Sundancer.

Sydney Sundancer

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Please see the sample menu for Sydney Sundancer.

Sydney Sundancer

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What To Bring

  • Towels
  • Swimwear
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Toiletries
  • Soft overnight bag and day bag
  • Sunscreen, hat and sun protective clothing
  • Light jacket or jumper during cooler months (rain jacket if needed)
  • Walking shoes
  • Sandals or reef walking shoes
  • Camera
  • Own wetsuit (if you have one, otherwise they are available on board)

What's Included

  • Meals prepared by a professional chef 
  • Personalised itinerary 
  • 7 days and 6 nights on the water
  • S...

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What To Bring

  • Towels
  • Swimwear
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Toiletries
  • Soft overnight bag and day bag
  • Sunscreen, hat and sun protective clothing
  • Light jacket or jumper during cooler months (rain jacket if needed)
  • Walking shoes
  • Sandals or reef walking shoes
  • Camera
  • Own wetsuit (if you have one, otherwise they are available on board)

What's Included

  • Meals prepared by a professional chef 
  • Personalised itinerary 
  • 7 days and 6 nights on the water
  • Snorkelling equipment 
  • Wetsuits
  • Photos, taken by the host and given to you on a USB at the end of your trip
  • Towels
  • Wifi
  • Crew and captain
  • Master Reef Guide

What's Extra

  • Beverages including Australian wines, beer and soft drinks (menu available on board)

Terms and Conditions

Important Information:

Please note, the locations you visit will be determined by current tide and weather conditions.

Please organise your preferred food and beverage options upon booking. Whether you’re planning to BYO food or purchase food and drink packages on board, please advise your crew as soon as possible.

Passengers should note that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard guests, we cannot be responsible for any damage, personal injury or loss due to the actions of passengers that are beyond our control.

Any person who may be pregnant, suffer from back, neck or heart conditions, or have conditions that may cause a risk to their health, must notify Whitsundays Private Charters or the Master of their vessel prior to departure.

Prior to departure for snorkelling or other activities, all adult passengers may be required to sign an Assumption of Risk Form. Minors require a parent or guardian to sign this form prior to departure. This Assumption of Risk Form is part of our terms and conditions of passage.

Passengers agree to disclose any pre-existing medical condition or any other condition that may cause the passenger to suffer injury or aggravate a pre-existing medical condition during the charter.

At certain times of the year ‘dangerous’ jellyfish inhabit these waters. Passengers entering the water do so at their own risk


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. Cancellations made 60-30 days prior to travel date forfeit 50% of the RRP. 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.

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