Solway Voyager 3 Day 2 Night
Select Date and Passengers
Drinks
BYO Alcohol
Whitsundays
Stunning Islands + Beaches
Sailing
Authentic Tallship
Snorkelling
Turtles + Fish + Coral
Accommodation
Spacious Shared Cabin
Locations
Great Barrier Reef + Whitehaven Beach
Group
Social Backpacker Atmosphere
Meals
Delicious Catering
Overview
Get ready for an adventure you'll never forget onboard Solway Voyager. Experience the Whitsundays in style as you cruise through the 74 picturesque islands on this incredible tall ship. Tick off Australian bucket-list dream destinations including the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and more. Meet like-minded backpackers who are keen to socialise and make the most of every moment while you're out at sea. Spend three days snorkelling with green sea turtles, hiking to incredible lookouts, sunbathing on white sandy beaches and snapping photos of postcard-worthy bays. End your trip back in Airlie Beach where you'll be greeted by a VIP afterparty where you can continue the fun with your crew and new friends!
- Make friends of a lifetime on board this unique tallship!
- Visit world-famous Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout
- Dive into the Great Barrier Reef and swim with green sea turtles, tropical fish and vibrant coral!
- The ideal trip for keen travellers to get the most out of the Great Barrier Reef
Your Sample Itinerary
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Climb aboardDepart Airlie Beach at 8:30am and settle in for the time of your life. Get to know your crew and your fellow passengers as you set sail through the stunning Whitsunday Islands. Take a tour around your home for the next three days and settle into your cabin (whether it be a shared or private cabin). The tallship has 10 spacious air-conditioned cabins, separate female and male bathrooms, a galley, bar, covered outdoor seating and amble room for activity! |
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Great Barrier ReefThe Great Barrier Reef is at your fingertips when you hop on Solway Voyager! Dive into the deep blue and be greeted by incredible tropical marine life and flourishing coral reefs. Your experienced crew will guide you through the fringing reefs and coral gardens and are happy to answer any questions you may have. Search for green sea turtles, giant clams, manta rays, and even friendly reef sharks swimming amongst the endless coral gardens. What a way to make the most of the Whitsundays! |
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Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet LookoutRenowned for its sandy white shores, Whitehaven Beach will take your breath away. Solway will stop at Whitehaven Beach and give you ample time to soak it all in. Explore, relax, swim and chill out on the soft silica sands and take as many photos as you can of this bucket-list destination. Take a short hike up to Hill Inlet Lookout which will blow you away. With the turquoise waters and swirling sands, the picturesque views are unlike anywhere else in the world. Did you know that Hollywood films like Pirates of the Caribbean, Fools Gold and Ticket to Paradise have all shot scenes on Whitehaven? We think that's pretty awesome! |
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Delicious MealsThe meals on Solway Voyager are absolutely delicious! With breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, dessert and in-between snacks all included, you definitely won't be going hungry. The menu is subject to change without warning, but it's likely your breakfasts will consist of cereals, toast, baked beans, and yoghurt. For lunches you're looking at cold meat platters, salads, curried eggs, pastas and bread. And dinner will be chicken curries, roast beef, roast vegetables and vegetarian lasagnes. |
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Authentic SailingSolway is an authentic tallship which full of nautical charm and rich history. Talk to the crew to get to know a little more about Solway's life and origin. Try out steering the ship and have a go at sailing yourself! There's no better feeling than gliding through the ocean, listening to the wind in the sails. Grab a drink, kick back and relax on the bow nets as you mingle and soak in the beauty of the Whitsunday Islands. |
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Additional FunIf snorkelling, hiking and relaxing on the beach isn't enough for you, why not grab a stand-up paddle board. Included in your ticket, paddle boards are yours to use! Paddle through the crystal clear blue waters and keep a look out for green sea turtles popping up for air. Or, have fun on the rope swing with your new friends take turns swinging through the air, landing in the warm waters below! |
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Party On!If you're not exhausted after two nights and three days of fun, why not keep the party going! Solway Voyager offers VIP party access into the main hub of the Whitsundays... Airlie Beach. So, you and your new buddies can join the crew and visit different bars and nightclubs in the town to party the night away! |
What's Included?
- Experienced skipper and crew
- Drinking water
- All meals
- Bed sheets, pillows and linen
- Wetsuits
- Snorkelling gear and equipment
- All Marine Park fees
- Wet weather jackets (if needed)
- Environmentally friendly bag (provided upon check-in)
What's Extra?
- Any dietary requirements (includes vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, gluten free, dairy free, and lactose free) will be an additional $15 per person, payable upon check-in. Unfortunately, Kosher and Halal diets are unable to be catered for.
Important Information
- You MUST reconfirm your booking 72 hours prior to departure by contacting Explore Whitsundays on (07) 4967 7555 or by emailing res@explorewhitsundays.com.
- Shortly after booking, you will receive an online check-in waiver, please complete this form at your earliest convenience. If you do not receive the link, please contact Explore Whitsunday as per above.
- The Explore Whitsundays guest services team will be at Coral Sea Marina 1 hour prior to departure to direct and assist you in locating and boarding your vessel, and to answer any additional questions.
- Any excess luggage can be stored at our Airlie Beach Travel Shop.
Terms and Conditions
Please read our terms and conditions prior to booking your East Coast adventure.
FAQs
Is there a minimum age for this trip?
Yes, you must be 18 years or older to book a trip on Solway Voyager.
Is snorkelling equipment provided?
Yes, you will be provided with snorkelling equipment including your mask and snorkel.
Is it BYO?
Yes, you can bring your own alcohol on board Solway Voyager. But please ensure you do not bring any glass bottles.
What do I need to bring?
We recommend a small and soft bag (preferably without zips) with swimwear, dry clothes, toiletries, personal items you might need, a towel, sun protection, comfortable walking shoes, refillable water bottle, money for onboard purchases, and BYO alcohol if you choose (no glass).
Are towels provided?
You will need to bring your own towel.
What water toys are on board?
There are paddle boards availble for you to use and an exciting rope swing.
Is bed linen provided?
Yes, all linen for the beds is provided on board.
Do you cater for vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free, etc?
Yes, however any dietary requirements will be required to pay a surchage of $15 each payable upon check-in.
Where will we visit?
You will visit different snorkelling locations within the Great Barrier Reef marine park. You will also visit Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet lookout.
Can I smoke on board?
Yes, there are designated areas on the vessel where you can smoke or vape.
Customer Reviews
Anna Gigor
Dec, 23 2024
Sophie Lily Hughes-Reeder
Dec, 23 2024
Bloody amazing. Snorkelling was so fun, the crew and captain were great to speak to and made it such an exciting, unforgettable experience. Thank you for the best 3 days I've had in Australia <3 I now want to be a sailor :) P.S. the Solway history videos were hilarious and very interesting.
Johan G
Dec, 22 2024
Was nice, really enjoyed every bit of the journey. I didn't expect at the start that I would want to stay even longer. Overall a 9.9/10 (just because I didn't get to see a turtle)
Caroline Roetty
Dec, 20 2024
Amazing trip :))) loved every minute on board, will recommend to friends
Kerstin Schiessler
Dec, 18 2024
Really cool & special ship, loved Alex' stories about the history of the boat.
Karalina
Dec, 17 2024
Loved the whole experience, it greatly surpassed all of my expectations. I'm tempted to say it was a trip of a lifetime.
Indy Bauer
Dec, 16 2024
Really great trip
Sam Braakoma
Dec, 16 2024
Loved the boat for all its history, activities were alot of fun too. Thank you to the beautiful crew too!
Verena Kunst
Dec, 16 2024
It was a very nice trip, we saw alot and were very flexile wit the itinerary to suit the weather changes. The snorkeling was my favourite bit by far.
Paola
Dec, 16 2024
Great trip with an even better crew!
Mali Myhre
Dec, 15 2024
Great trip big thanks to Arnie and the crew.
Kanie
Dec, 14 2024
Very fun trip. Thank you.
Annabel Mclean
Dec, 12 2024
Thank you very much! Very good trip!
Kristina Petrovic
Dec, 10 2024
Amazing, 10/10
Selma Heine
Dec, 09 2024
Just lovely :)
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Very fun trip with lots to do and the crew were really friendly