Australia: North Queensland Adventure (Sailing)
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Hello Airlie Beach! This tropical paradise is the perfect place to kick off our adventure. Our trip starts at Base Backpackers where we'll meet our fellow adventurers.
Base Backpackers (or similar)
This morning we'll transfer to the marina and board a converted racing yacht - our home for the next 2 nights - ready to set sail over crystal clear waters. With 74 perfect islands at your fingertips, an open sea calling your name, today you'll get to explore one of t...
Is there anywhere in the world more beautiful than the Whitsundays? We think not. We'll have more wonders to enjoy today as we spend the day cruising through the islands, enjoying freshly prepared meals on board, with endless opportunities to snorkel, swim and soak up those rays.
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Waking up on board the yacht this morning, we'll make our way to the shore. With our sights set on another beautiful island destination we'll board a coach, heading for Townsville. Here we'll board the ferry to our next destination. Magnetic Island is an apt name ...
We have a whole day on this paradise island - lucky us! Check out some of the walking trails - such as the Forts Walk which offers up stunning views of the Palm Island Group as well as WWII fortifications, and the chance to see koalas in the wild - or enjoy some free ...
After breakfast this morning we'll say farewell to our koala friends and depart Magnetic Island on a ferry. But we'll never forget its singular beauty. Back in Townsville we won't hang around too long, as we're hopping on a train headed to Cairns, where we'll arrive...
Rise and shine, our entire day today is an unforgettable MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience, packed with history, heritage and natural beauty, as we enjoy a spectacular a day trip to the oldest tropical rainforest in the world: Daintree. With its ancient ferns and vibrant...
Today you'll have the option to board a catamaran out to the reef to snorkel or dive in the crystal waters and gaze at the colourful coral and even more vibrant marine life. Back on board, the expert marine crew will tell us all there is to know about this stunning, but vulnerable, natural miracle.
Gilligans (or similar)
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Our adventure ends this afternoon, but not before we have a chance to escape our comfort zones and try some of the adventurous activities that Cairns is famous for. Anyone for bungy jumping?
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James Crossley
Jan 2025
North Queensland Adventure Sailing
It was a great holiday seeing new destinations and meeting new people.
Trusted Customer
Dec 2024
North Queensland Adventure Sailing
A very fun and adventure packed trip. Lots of things to do and see and a perfect amount of time in each location. Still felt I was able to relax and have chill time ...
Trusted Customer
Nov 2024
North Queensland Adventure Sailing
Great experience. Steph was fantastic. Accommodations were nice but the beds could be a little more comfortable. Great options for excursions. The sailing cruise an...
Trusted Customer
Oct 2024
North Queensland Adventure Sailing
It was a great trip. I will 100% do it again. Our trip manager was amazing and the people on our trip were great! We had great weather and the locations were really ...
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- 3 Lunch (L)
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 7 Breakfast (B)
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