
Indicative Rate* $570.00 to $1750.00 Unlimited Kilometre Hire
Whitsunday Escape specialises in Skipper Yourself 'bareboat' charters. Their modern fleet of 30 vessels includes Power Cruisers, Power Catamarans, Sailing Catamarans and Sailing Yachts. The fleet is conveniently located at Abel Point Marina Airlie Beach, the gateway to the Whitsunday Islands.
All vessels come fully equipped for extended cruising in the tropics, they include linen, a fully equipped galley, gas barbecue, refrigeration, compact disc player/AM/FM stereo/iPod connection, cockpit shade and cabin fans, electric anchor winch and a rigid inflatable dinghy.
... moreA five night minimum applies to most charters. Departures and arrivals from Hamilton Island or any other Island resort can be catered for.
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Children:
Children are welcome and are to be accompanied and supervised by their parents.
Cancellation Policy
To confirm your reservation a deposit of AUD600.00 is required. This is refundable less a AUD110.00 administration fee up until 60 days prior to charter. Less than 60 days prior, the balance of the fee is due. A refund will be made for cancellations within 60 days, only if a replacement booking is obtained.
Entity Restrictions
The age limit is 18. No license is required however some boating experience is necessary. The hirer is expected to have some coastal navigation experience along with an understanding of anchoring and mooring procedures. The hirer is asked to complete a form outlining past experience. Before you depart, Whitsunday Escape staff will go over the cruising area, radio procedures, the weather and resort facilities. They will also cover all systems and operational aspects of your vessel. If you wish to brush up on your skills, a sail guide can be arranged for the first day, or you may elect to take a guide for your entire charter. Pick-up or drop-off are available to any of the Whitsunday Island resorts: Hamilton Island, Hayman Island, Daydream Island, South Mole Island, Long Island and Lindeman Island. An additional fee will apply depending on the location.
General Comments
Charter costs do not include fuel used; fishing equipment; reef tax (AUD25.00 per person). All vessels include linen, towels and blankets. Cooking facilities include a minimum of a two burner gas stove, oven and gas barbecue. Refrigeration and cabin fans are standard. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils are also provided. Bathroom facilities have showers with hot and cold water. The charter period is from midday to midday. However, in order to save you valuable holiday time a 8.00am briefing can normally be arranged. Please confirm your briefing time prior to arrival. All charters have a five day minimum.
Tariff Text
The indicative rates are a per night price however there is a minimum of five nights charter for most of the year and a minimum of seven nights charter in the September school holidays and Christmas/New Year holidays. The 10 and 15 night rate is a special and works out cheaper per night than a five or seven night rate. They offer free nights for every month of the year. See their website for Season Specials.

This Seawind Power Catamaran sleeps up to eight.
- Three private double cabins
- Saloon converts to another double
- Ample head room
- Generous refrigeration space
- Extra large bathroom.
Features plenty of hatches with forced ventilation and a polished timber interior. High tunnel clearance means comfortable off-shore cruising. Great for two to three couples, or families.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $740.00 | $840.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Children are welcome however they are to be supervised by parents.

This Power Catamaran sleeps up to eight.
- Two private double cabins
- A third open double bed below on the port side
- With room for another double in the salon
- Ample headroom
- Generous refrigeration space
Plenty of hatches for ventilation. The spacious flybridge and cockpit have good shade and plenty of seating for entertaining. Good tunnel clearance makes for comfortable offshore cruising. Great for up to three couples or families.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $760.00 | $860.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Children are welcome however they are to be supervised by parents.

This Sailing Catamaran sleeps up to ten.
- Four double cabins
- Saloon will accommodate another two singles
- Three large bathrooms
- Ample head room
- Generous refrigeration space
Plenty of hatches for ventilation. A powerful rig with plenty of tunnel clearance for good offshore performance. Will perform equally well under power alone. Great for two to four couples, large families and mixed groups.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $1090.00 | $1190.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Children are welcome however they are to be supervised by parents.

This luxury Sailing Catamaran sleeps up to eight.
- Four cabins
- Saloon will accommodate another double
- Spacious bathroom and shower
- Generous refrigeration
The main cockpit offers spacious and comfortable outdoor living with plenty of hatches for ventilation. Her powerful rig offers good tunnel clearance. Two out-boards are fitted for ease in manoeuvring. Great for two to three couples, singles and large families.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $690.00 | $790.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Children are welcome however they are to be supervised by parents.

This Power Cruiser sleeps up to eight.
- Two double cabins
- Forward cabin has four singles
- Salon will convert to a double
- Two bathrooms
Great ventilation. Great for one or two couples and small families.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $590.00 | $690.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Children are welcome however they are to be supervised by parents.

This Power Catamaran sleeps up to twelve.
- Three double cabins
- The forward cabins each have an extra single bed
- Two single bunks
- Salon will accommodate another two.
- Two large bathrooms
- Ample head room
- Generous refrigeration space
- Saltwater spa on fore deck
- Air-conditioning
She has a great galley. The saltwater spa on the fore deck can be heated. The fly-bridge has good shade and clear covers.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $1190.00 | $1350.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Children are welcome however they are to be supervised by parents.

This Power Catamaran sleeps up to eight.
- Four cabins
- Salon will convert to another double
- Forward cabins offer full double beds
- Aft cabins are open singles.
- Ample head room
- Generous refrigeration space
She has and plenty of hatches for ventilation. Good tunnel clearance for comfortable off shore cruising. Great for two couples or families.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $690.00 | $870.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Children are welcome however they are to be supervised by parents.

This performance Sailing Yacht sleeps up to seven.
- Three double cabins
- Salon will accommodate another single
- Good size double beds
- Two bathrooms
Wheel steering and all lines are led to the cockpit fer easy handling. Great for one to three couples and families.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $590.00 | $660.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Children are welcome however they are to be supervised by parents.

This luxury Sailing Catamaran sleeps up to eight.
- Two queen cabins with a small baby bunk in port cabin
- One double cabin
- One single bunk
- Salon table drops down to make another double
- Ample headroom
- Generous refrigeration space
She has plenty of hatches for ventilation. The self-tracking headsail makes for easy sailing. Great for one to three couples, families and mixed groups.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $820.00 | $920.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Children are welcome however they are to be supervised by parents.

This new luxury Fountaine Pajot 44ft Power Catamaran sleeps up to ten.
- Four double cabins, both forward cabins each have another small single bed
- Salon will convert to make another double
- Four bathrooms
- Ample head room
- Generous refrigeration space and a great upstairs galley
- Fantastic large fly-bridge with good shade and clear covers
- Air-conditioning
A great way to explore the Whitsunday Islands.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $1500.00 | $1700.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.

This luxury Sailing yacht sleeps up to six.
- Aft cabin has a large queen bed
- Forward cabin is generous
- Salon will also accommodate two singles
- Spacious galley is spacious with good refrigeration space
- Bathroom has a separate shower area.
Plenty of hatches for ventilation. All lines are led to the cockpit for easy handling. Great for honeymooners, two couples and families.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $590.00 | $660.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.

This luxury Sailing Catamaran sleeps up to ten.
- Four double cabins
- Salon table drops down to make another double
- Ample headroom
- Generous refrigeration space
- Two bathrooms
This vessel has great ventilation for sailing in the tropics. The self-tacking headsail makes for easy sailing. Great for one to three couples, families and mixed groups.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $950.00 | $1150.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.

This sailing catamaran sleeps up to nine.
- Four double cabins
- Salon will accommodate another single
- Two large bathrooms
- Ample headroom
- Good refrigeration space
She will perform equally well under power alone. Great for two to four couples, large families and mixed groups.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $820.00 | $920.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |

This comfortable luxury sailing yacht, purpose built for charter sleeps up to 10.
- Three private double cabins
- Separate side cabin with two bunks
- Salon table drops down to make another double
- Two bathrooms
- Generous refrigeration space
She has a roomy cockpit with twin steering. Great for two to four couples, families and singles.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $630.00 | $720.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.

This performance Sailing Yacht sleeps up to seven.
- Three double cabins
- Salon will accommodate another single
- Two bathrooms
She has plenty of hatches for ventilation. Twin wheel steering and all lines are led to the cockpit for easy handling. Great for one to three couples and families.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $630.00 | $720.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.

This luxury performance Sailing Yacht sleeps up to seven.
- Three double cabins
- Salon will accommodate another single.
- Two bathrooms
- Generous refrigeration
She has plenty of hatches for ventilation. Twin wheel steering with all lines are led to the cockpit for easy handling. Great for one to three couples and families.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $610.00 | $690.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.

This luxury Sailing Catamaran sleeps up to eight.
- Three double cabins
- Salon table drops down to make another double
- Ample headroom
- Generous refrigeration space
- Two bathrooms
This vessel has great ventilation for sailing in the tropics. The self-tacking headsail makes for easy sailing. Great for one to three couples, families and mixed groups.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $890.00 | $1050.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.
This brand new luxury Lagoon 421 Sailing Catamaran sleeps up to ten.
- Four double cabins
- Salon will accommodate another double
- All cabins feature great ventilation and their own bathroom.
- Four bathrooms
- Ample head room
- Generous refrigeration space
- Roomy cockpit
A fantastic luxury Sailing Catamaran built for sailing in the Whitsundays.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $1500.00 | $1750.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.

The luxury Jeanneau 50 sleeps up to ten.
- Four double cabins
- Salon will accommodate another double
- Three bathrooms
- A great galley with generous refrigeration space
This Jeanneau 50 deck salon has twin wheel performance and offers great accommodation. She comes with every option available including a bow thruster and an on-board generator for air-conditioning. Cruise the Whitsunday Islands in style and comfort in the most luxurious charter boat of its size.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $990.00 | $1140.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.
This new luxury Hunter 39 sailing yacht sleeps up to six.
- Aft cabin has a large double bed
- Forward cabin is generous
- Salon will also accommodate another double
- One large bathroom
She has plenty of hatches for ventilation in Queensland waters. Good freezer, refrigeration and all the extras make for a comfortable bareboat holiday. She also includes air-conditioning when connected to shore power at the marina.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $610.00 | $690.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.
The latest model luxury Catalina 350 accommodates up to five.
- Aft cabin has a large queen bed
- Forward cabin is generous
- Salon will accommodate a single
- One large bathroom
She has plenty of hatches for ventilation in Queensland waters. Excellent freezer and refrigeration space and all the extras make for a comfortable bareboat holiday. Easy sailing as all the lines are led to the cockpit.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $570.00 | $630.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.

The Leopard 42 Sailing Catamaran sleeps up to twelve.
- Four double cabins
- Saloon will accommodate another double
- Two child berths are available in the forward cabins
- Four bathrooms
- Ample head room
- Generous refrigeration
Great ventilation with plenty of hatches. She will also perform equally well as a power catamaran. The Leopard 42 is ideal for cruising Queensland tropical waters and was purpose built for charter.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $1300.00 | $1450.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.
This luxury power cruiser sleeps up to six. The forward cabin offers a large queen. A 3/4 cabin and a bathroom are midships and the salon will convert to a double.
She has good headroom and a great galley with very generous fridge/freezer space.
The Integrity 35 is a very comfortable bareboat to explore the Whitsunday Islands in style for honeymoon couples.
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $720.00 | $820.00 | Adult Unlimited Kilometre Hire |
Children: Contact operator for further details.
* Please note: These rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum available costs of listed products and services. To obtain a firm price from the provider, please use the contact the operator. All prices are quoted in Australian dollars.