Today make your own way to Airlie Beach for an early afternoon check-in to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Please note: If you are travelling on an August or September departure, your accommodation will be Mantra Club Croc, with breakfast included. If travelling on an October or November departure, your accommodation will be in a 1 bedroom apartment at the Toscana Village Resort (room only).

The resort township of Airlie Beach is not only home to the world famous Whitsunday Islands, but well worth a visit itself. The coastal town offers a laid back atmosphere with a wide range of cafes, alfresco restaurants, bars, a central lagoon, and quaint shops.

This morning you will be transferred to the port terminal to board your overnight Whitsunday sailing experience. Reefsleep is an encounter with the Great Barrier Reef – an intimate, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sleep under the stars. 

Exclusive Reefworld at Hardy Reef is your destination – a permanently moored pontoon, located 39 nautical miles from edge on the outer Great Barrier Reef.  Swim, snorkel, dive and explore this amazing natural ecosystem.Your journey begins with a cruise to the outer reef through the gorgeous Whitsunday Islands. Keep an eye out for migrating Humpback Whales between July and September. 

Out on the reef, go swimming and snorkelling, ride in a semi-submarine and visit the underwater observatory – followed by a generous buffet lunch. After the day-trippers head back to shore, the pontoon and the reef are exclusively yours. Enjoy a sunset drink before your evening meal is served on deck, featuring fresh and delicious local produce. Afterwards, head for the pontoon’s top level and slip into your cosy Double Reefbed– it is just you, the ocean, and a galaxy of stars.

Dawn on the reef is peaceful and unhurried. There’s time for some more snorkelling after breakfast – the reef is all yours to enjoy – or return to the underwater observatory and watch the reef come to life. After lunch, your Cruise Whitsundays vessel returns you to the mainland in the afternoon. Upon arrival in Airlie Beach be transferred to your hotel.

This morning you will be transferred to the port terminal to begin your full day sailing adventure. The Lade Enid is a craftsman-built timber yacht offering barefoot luxury at its best. Your first stop will be Whitehaven Beach - one of the world’s most spectacular beaches.

While sailing out to Whitsunday Island, start your day with morning tea with a selection of hot beverages, muffins, and scones and just before you reach Whitehaven Beach, a seasonal fruit platter will be served.

On arrival at Whitsunday Island your crew will lead you on a guided bush walk to enjoy the diverse flora and fauna to Hill Inlet. It is a moderate uphill stroll to three lookouts, which offer stunning vistas over Hill Inlet’s waters and white sweeping sands. On Whitehaven Beach, you will have time to enjoy, relax and swim the crystal-clear waters and explore the shallows of the Inlet before getting back on board for a delicious lunch.

For your snorkelling destination, you will have the best location on the day, to ensure you encounter colourful coral cays teeming with life, the chance to encounter marine animals found nowhere else on the planet amongst beautiful underwater gardens.

After snorkelling set sail for home at Airlie Beach. You will have worked up an appetite so sit back and enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling and a high tea of a selection of antipasto and cheeses. Upon arrival back in Airlie beach be transferred to your hotel.

This morning check out and make your own onwards travel arrangements.