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Tallship Twilight Sunset Sail

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Departure Times

Departs: 5:00pm - Daily
Returns: 7:00pm - Daily

Departure Point: Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach

Immerse yourself in Whitsunday magic as the sunset slips into twilight on this authentic, spacious tall ship cruise! 

  • A relaxed, charming afternoon of authentic sailing adorned with local knowledge, exquisite food and dazzling island seascapes!
  • Indulge in a local tasting spread featuring fresh seafood, salamis, cheeses and local delicacies. 
  • Soak up the colourful history of one of Australia’s most significant topsail schooners, the Derwent Hunter.
  • Sip on a complimentary cocktail, as well as quality wines, beers, ciders, bubbles and non-alcoholic beverages from the fully licensed bar
  • Great for all ages!

As a radiating sunset turns into a gentle twilight, revel in smooth sailings, rich histories and taste sensations aboard the Derwent Hunter Twilight Sunset Cruise. Illuminate your evening as you linger over a glass of bubbles, gaze out at the cascading islands and bask in gentle conversations on your intimate sunset experience! 

A journey unlike any other, you can learn from your First Nations crew members and historians as they chronicle the tales of Cape York’s Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and South Sea Islander people. Step back in time amongst a simply glorious setting on your afternoon of natural island beauty! 

Derwent Hunter boat sailing into sunset in the Whitsundays


Highlights

  • Historical, 90ft tall ship 
  • Ample, shaded deck space
  • Food is a range of kangaroo, red wine salami, ash brie, oysters with finger lime pearls, smoked crocodile and more
  • Complimentary on arrival - the Pacific Lady tropical champagne cocktail
  • Fully licensed bar (No BYO)
  • Intimate guest capacity 
  • Stylish finishes and facilities 
  • Charming vistas of the Whitsunday Islands
  • Witness both sunset and twilight 
  • Perfect for friends, partners, solo travellers, colleagues and celebrations! 

Indulge in natural magnificence as you glide through dazzling waters, champagne in hand and golden rays on the horizon! With a delightful spread of complimentary bushtucker and seafood nibbles, you’re bound to feel contented and enchanted aboard the Derwent Hunter Sunset & Twilight Sail!

Champagne cheers with clear ocean background

  • Derwent Hunter Tallship is also available for day, morning and afternoon sails, as well as a private charter experience.
  • As of the 15th August, the departure time will be 5pm.

Sample Itinerary

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Sails Up & Sunset On The Horizon 

Embark just before 5 pm and enjoy a traditional sail out to the rolling Whitsunday Islands. Delight in a quintessential nautical adventure, wind in your hair and golden hues illuminating the historical tales of your surroundings being told by your friendly crew! Listen, learn and engage in the nautical and Indigenous past of both Derwent Hunter and the Whitsund...

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Sails Up & Sunset On The Horizon 

Embark just before 5 pm and enjoy a traditional sail out to the rolling Whitsunday Islands. Delight in a quintessential nautical adventure, wind in your hair and golden hues illuminating the historical tales of your surroundings being told by your friendly crew! Listen, learn and engage in the nautical and Indigenous past of both Derwent Hunter and the Whitsundays. With oceans of deep sapphire and lush tropical islands around you, you’ll be truly blown away by the beauty and tales of this slice of paradise.

Sunset Whitsundays strip

Shorten The Sails and Indulge! 

Just as the sunset is truly dazzling, your crew will shorten the sails and open the bar. Grab a cool beverage, enjoy a selection of superb tastes and unwind out at sea! As the sun downs over the horizon, let the golden tones colour your afternoon, before sailing back in an ethereal island twilight. Let the last tendrils of soft glowing sunlight throw soft purples, pinks, blues and oranges over the ocean as you return back to port at approximately 7 pm. 

Sunset Twilight Derwent Hunter

Our Delicious Sample Menu

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Enjoy a delicious a complimentary drink on arrival is the PACIFIC LADY, a tropical champagne cocktail

Additional quality wines, beers, ciders, bubbles and non-alcoholic beverages can be purchased from the fully licensed bar

Indulge in a range of local cuisines including kangaroo and red wine salam...

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Enjoy a delicious a complimentary drink on arrival is the PACIFIC LADY, a tropical champagne cocktail

Additional quality wines, beers, ciders, bubbles and non-alcoholic beverages can be purchased from the fully licensed bar

Indulge in a range of local cuisines including kangaroo and red wine salami with ash brie, oysters with finger lime pearls, smoked crocodile and more!

Departs/Returns

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Derwent Hunter Sunset & Twilight Cruise departs from the Coral Sea Marina at approximately 4:30pm, returning at approximately 6:30pm.

Please allow time for check-in and boarding, and always consult...

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Derwent Hunter Sunset & Twilight Cruise departs from the Coral Sea Marina at approximately 4:30pm, returning at approximately 6:30pm.

Please allow time for check-in and boarding, and always consult your ticket prior to your tour as these times vary depending on the time of year. 

More Information

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What To Bring

  • Hat and sun protection
  • Money to purchase drinks onboard
  • A rain jacket during the summer months (Jan - April)
  • Warmer clothes during the winter months (May - September)

What's Included

  • Sunset and twilight sail aboard one of Australia’s most significant topsail schooners
  • Fresh seafood and bushtucker platters
  • Authentic sailing
  • Friendly crew
  • All Marine Park fees and fuel

What's Extra

  • Full licensed bar including wine, champ...

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What To Bring

  • Hat and sun protection
  • Money to purchase drinks onboard
  • A rain jacket during the summer months (Jan - April)
  • Warmer clothes during the winter months (May - September)

What's Included

  • Sunset and twilight sail aboard one of Australia’s most significant topsail schooners
  • Fresh seafood and bushtucker platters
  • Authentic sailing
  • Friendly crew
  • All Marine Park fees and fuel

What's Extra

  • Full licensed bar including wine, champagne, beer, cider and non-alcoholic beverages including 0% beers and soft drinks 
  • Possible additional fees or levies during peak seasons 
  • Dietary requirements may incur additional fees (enquire upon booking)

Terms and Conditions


Important Information

  • Tour departure and arrival times may vary depending on the time of year. Please arrive at the marina 15 minutes prior to departure. 

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:

No shows or client cancellations made within 48 hours of departure forfeit 100% of total ticket price. 

Cancellations made 48 hours or more before departure receive a full refund. 

Transfers between tours can be made at the supplier's 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 are 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 canceled 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.

Reviews

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Reviews by our Sailing Whitsundays customers

India Rose Long, 25 Nov 23
This has been my favourite sunset sail so far and i have done many in Airlie! The crew were amazing and so knowledgeable and i love this boat as you can walk around and take photos and it is so spacious! The experience itself is so unique, it is focused on indigenous culture and they provide nibbles such as crocodile, kangaroo and oysters which are much tastier than i expected! This cruise is perfect for anyone looking for a unique experience, on a beautiful sail boat with a few bubbles and a gorgeous sunset! I would recommend as an activity to anyone with an evening spare in Airlie beach!
SAMANTHA WAY, 17 Nov 23
Great hosts, super relaxing experience.
Robyn Hewitt, 18 Oct 23
Excellent and informative
Kerrie Young, 19 Sep 23
We had a wonderful sailing great food and wonderful staff. Highly recommend this sunset cruise.
Jayme
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