True Blue Flotilla School Charter
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Learn and experience the Whitsundays like never before with the True Blue Flotilla School Charter.
- The best option for larger school and holiday groups, hosting cohorts of up to 86 comfortably.
- Spacious, stable and optimised for safety, explore the Great Barrier Reef with peace of mind.
- All-inclusive of catering, snorkelling equipment, SUPs, waterslides and onboard spa baths.
- Enhance your curriculum with navigational, biology, beach clean-up, and cultural activities.
- Design your itinerary to suit your group on this flexible, accommodating and educational excursion.
The marine excursion of a lifetime awaits your cohort with the True Blue Flotilla School Charter. Featuring space for up to 86 students and supervisors, there is no lack of fun to be had, or marine wonders to be discovered on this charter group designed for larger school or holiday groups!
Discover the Great Barrier Reef and calm Whitsunday waters on a pair of stable, safety-enhanced maxi yachts, with a completely flexible itinerary to suit your group’s goals. Whether you’re bushwalking, diving, heading an eco-beach cleanup, navigating or learning to sail, there is an array of unforgettable curriculum-enhancers the kids will love. Your crew is here to help in any way you need, offering you the utmost support and safety during your time out on the water. A completely inclusive and seamless experience, all catering is included, along with all the gear you need such as snorkels, stinger suits, SUPs, waterslides, onboard spas and more.
We understand that every school group is unique, so don’t hesitate to chat with us today to find the perfect charter for your educational goals, budget, group size and availability.
Highlights
- Overnight or day charter available
- Great Barrier Reef snorkelling & diving
- 3 waterslides, banana boat, dive planks and more
- Tailored itinerary
- Experienced and highly-trained crew
- Healthy, freshly prepared catering
- Knowledgable local insights - culture, history & ecology
- Educational curriculum enhancers
- SUPs, stinger suits & snorkel gear
- Hot showers and linen provided
- Movie theatre area
- Separate dorms
True Blue Flotilla is a popular choice for school holiday programs, school cohorts (primary and high school), university researchers, citizen scientists, youth groups and outdoor education excursions. With the capacity for up to 86 guests, this is the ideal charter for larger groups looking to learn more about the stunning Whitsundays.
Sample Itinerary
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Each educational group charter is unique, with a bespoke itinerary for each group aboard the True Blue Flotilla. Here are a few popular activities for educational charters in the Whitsundays.
Whitsunday Island - Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout and Ngaro history
Opt to make a stop at the beloved and renowned Whitsunday Island, where the 99% silica white sands of Whitehaven Beach are a geol...
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Each educational group charter is unique, with a bespoke itinerary for each group aboard the True Blue Flotilla. Here are a few popular activities for educational charters in the Whitsundays.
Whitsunday Island - Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout and Ngaro history
Opt to make a stop at the beloved and renowned Whitsunday Island, where the 99% silica white sands of Whitehaven Beach are a geological marvel! Your crew can lead a guided bushwalk up to the breathtaking Hill Inlet Lookout, where you can spot lemon reef sharks and sting rays in the crystal-clear bays below. They will narrate an interesting history of this beautiful Ngaro country, illuminating the intricate connection to land, sea and country of the local Indigenous peoples.
Learn to sail and navigate
Focus on the art of navigating, with hands-on and intricate nautical experiences aboard your maxi sailing yacht! Your friendly skipper and crew can demonstrate how they sail and navigate the Whitsunday Islands with precision, along with answering any questions from the class and even giving them a go at steering the ship.
Great Barrier Reef snorkelling or diving
With masks, snorkels, stinger suits, flotation devices and professional tuition included, discover the Great Barrier Reef for an unforgettable experience. Home to a multitude of tropical fish, starfish, turtles, giant clams, coral gardens and so much more, there is nothing better than learning through seeing these glorious ecosystems firsthand. Be guided to calm, quieter snorkelling spots with qualified supervision at all times. Scuba diving for introductory and advanced divers is also available to add to your trip; please chat with our agents beforehand to organise your trip in advance.
Beach clean-ups, marine biology and additional educational activities
The islands really are your oyster with your customisable school trip, so if you have a unique dream for your group, don’t hesitate to ask! Your crew can facilitate beach clean-ups, marinelife identification sessions, beach camping, SUP races and so much more. For more inspiration or guidance, check out further education-specific activities for school charters.
Tailor your trip’s activities to your cohort with our selection of curriculum enhancers. With personalised experience planning from our Airlie Beach travel agents to smooth out all of the details before your trip, as well as highly-trained and professional crew throughout your trip, rest assured planning the perfect excursion will be seamless.
Layout
Your charter consists of two vessels to accommodate larger groups of up to 86. See each layout below.
Vessel 1 - Mega Yacht Educational Charter floor plan
Vessel 2 - Tall Ship School Excursion Charter floor plan
Our Delicious Sample Menu
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All catering is included with this experience, including all meals, morning teas, afternoon teas, snacks and drinks throughout the day. The food is prepared freshly onboard by highly trained staff, with plenty of healthy, hearty options to fuel your group for your action-packed itinerary.
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All catering is included with this experience, including all meals, morning teas, afternoon teas, snacks and drinks throughout the day. The food is prepared freshly onboard by highly trained staff, with plenty of healthy, hearty options to fuel your group for your action-packed itinerary.
While the menu is subject to change, see our sample menu for an idea of the catering style available onboard.
More Information
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What To Bring
Each student is asked to bring only a small soft bag with:
- Change of clothes
- Swimwear
- Toiletries
- Beach/bath towel
- Insect repellent
- Water bottles to refill
- Camera
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunnies etc.)
- Warm clothes/pullover for evenings (seasonal)
- Extra money for onboard purchases
No suitcases or bags with wheels are permitted.
Excess luggage can be stored at our Airlie Beach Travel Shop...
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What To Bring
Each student is asked to bring only a small soft bag with:
- Change of clothes
- Swimwear
- Toiletries
- Beach/bath towel
- Insect repellent
- Water bottles to refill
- Camera
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunnies etc.)
- Warm clothes/pullover for evenings (seasonal)
- Extra money for onboard purchases
No suitcases or bags with wheels are permitted.
Excess luggage can be stored at our Airlie Beach Travel Shop in town. Located at 344 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach, open every day from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.
What's Included
- Skipper
- Crew
- Drinking water
- Meals
- Linen
- Wetsuit hire and snorkelling equipment
- Marine Park fees
- Free luggage storage in Airlie Beach Main Street
What's Extra
- Soft drinks
- Jet boat rides
- Banana boat rides
- Scuba diving
- Dietary requirement fees.
Jet & Banana Boat Rides:
Jet boat rides and banana boat rides can be purchased. These optional extras can be decided on and paid for on board.
- Jet boat ride is $35pp
- Banana boat ride is $20pp
Terms and Conditions
Important Information:
The specified deposit amount is required to secure the booking, with the remaining balance due 2 months prior to departure. Failure to pay the remaining balance before the due date may result in termination of the charter (cancellation fees apply).
This is a water-based activity, for safety reasons ALL passengers must be able to swim and speak fluent English.
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 the non-refundable deposit. All balance payments are due 2 months prior to departure. Failure to pay the remaining balance before this scheduled date will result in termination of the charter and forfeit of the non-refundable deposit. Once the balance payment has been made, no shows and client cancellations made within 30 days of departure forfeit 100% of the full ticket price.
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.
