About this tour
Sail the Whitsundays aboard Siska, a storied Australian racing maxi with a distinctive red hull and spacious interior designed for socialising. Over two days and one night, you'll reach Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout via guided bushwalk, then snorkel the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The boat departs on odd-numbered dates monthly, offering single bunks or half-share doubles with all meals, snorkelling gear, and experienced crew included.
Highlights
- Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout bushwalk
- Great Barrier Reef Marine Park snorkelling
- Historic Australian Ocean Racing Maxi yacht
- Overnight cabin accommodation with full board
- Two experienced crew members throughout
What to expect
You'll board a well-appointed racing yacht built for both performance and comfort. Days start early with breakfast, followed by sailing and water activities. Expect a mix of guided exploration ashore—the bushwalk to Hill Inlet rewards with panoramic reef and island views—and time in the water with snorkelling gear and stinger suits provided. Meals are communal affairs that encourage crew and passenger interaction. The cabin is compact but functional; bunks are shared or solo depending on your booking. Evening winds down with dinner and conversation on deck.
Good to know
Moderate fitness required; minimum age 15 (under-18s need adult supervision). Not suitable for spinal injuries, cardiovascular concerns, or pregnancy. Bring your own alcohol and soft drinks if desired. Public transport reaches the marina; transfers aren't included. Siska operates only on odd-numbered dates each month.
Frequently asked
- How long does Siska - 2 day 1 Night - Maxi Sailing Tour of the Whitsundays take?
- Siska - 2 day 1 Night - Maxi Sailing Tour of the Whitsundays runs for approximately 2 days.
- How much does Siska - 2 day 1 Night - Maxi Sailing Tour of the Whitsundays cost?
- Prices start from AUD $490 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Siska - 2 day 1 Night - Maxi Sailing Tour of the Whitsundays run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Siska - 2 day 1 Night - Maxi Sailing Tour of the Whitsundays?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. AU & NZ Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original AU & NZ Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.