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New Horizon – 2 Day/2 Night Sail/Dive Whitsundays (Social/Snorkelling)

Whitsunday Islands | Airlie Beach

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Very social, Fun trip for younger travellers

About your New Horizon 2 Day 2 Night Sailing experience in the Whitsunday Islands

Set sail on New Horizon’s 2-Day, 2-Night Whitsundays adventure—a social getaway packed with fun and excitement!

This 97-foot wooden schooner offers air-conditioned comfort, spacious cabins, a movie lounge, paddleboards, a dive platform, and a thrilling 7-meter inflatable waterslide.

Visit the iconic sights of the Whitsunday Islands, snorkel at the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef, bushwalk to the famous Hill Inlet Lookout and explore the silica sands of Whitehaven Beach with its crystal blue swirls. visit the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, all with a lively, interactive crew.

This vessel and experience is suitable for solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends, between the ages of 18 – 35, creating a vibrant atmosphere that connects like minded adventurers with the perfect adventure. New Horizon is the perfect vessel for those who would like to experience the Whitsundays affordably, and still receive all the bells and whistles.

32 Passengers – 1 Skipper, 2 dive instructors and 1 deckhand/host

Trip Highlights 

  • Whitehaven Beach
  • Hill Inlet Lookout
  • Snorkelling
  • Inflatable waterslide
  • Paddleboards
  • Dive board #walktheplank
  • 3 sectioned cabins with air conditioning (8 doubles, 16 singles available)
  • 2 heated showers
  • 2 toilets
  • Freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, dinner and all snacks included (dietaries on request)
  • BYO alcohol and drinks
  • Free use of snorkel equipment, stinger suit / wet suit hire and flotation devices
  • A sun tanning deck and sheltered covers at the top
  • Bring your best white outfit for sunset drinks
  • Master Reef Guide highlighting the delights of the Great Barrier Reef
All photos credited to New Horizon

Inclusions

  • All freshly prepared meals and snacks
  • Fresh linen including sheets, blankets and pillows
  • All snorkel equipment -Stinger suit – Marine Park Fees and QPWS walks fees
  • No extras to pay -Air conditioning (absolute necessity in summer months)
  • 3 huge esky’s for our passengers BYO drinks
  • Watch movies in our air conditioned movie lounge with comfy bean bags
  • Try your skills on our stand up paddle boards or walk the plank off our dive board
  • Experience the Massive Waterslide!
  • All Marine Park Levies

Note: $10 per day to cater towards special dietary requirements.

New Horizon - 2 Days 2 Nights Sailing

Departs: Monday, Thursday and Saturday at 2.00pm from Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach.

Returns: Wednesday, Saturday and Monday at 12.00pm to Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach.

Note: Meeting time at 1:45pm.

DAY 1 – Meet at the Coral Sea Marina around 1.45pm, sail off to Nara Inlet, relax and get to know your fellow passengers on arrival. Whilst your freshly prepared dinner is prepared, play on the dive board, waterslide and paddle boards. After dinner, chill out with our friendly crew, play a few hilarious game or just relax under the stars

DAY 2 – Depart early morning after a delicious breakfast. Sail to the breathtaking Hill Inlet, where you will get take a bush walk to the look-out, with plenty of time to take in the views, then bush back over the other side onto Whitehaven Beach to enjoy its splendour. You’ll then get back onto the boat and head to the South End of Whitehaven beach enjoying the long stretches of white silica sands the beach has to offer.  Lunch, and plenty of time for fun in the sun before heading up to the north end of Hook Island for snorkelling, diving & swimming in some of the best coral bays, such as Blue Pearl Bay and Langford Reef – these are some of the best the Whitsundays has to offer. More slides, paddleboards to play with, then relax here for the evening under the stars with dinner. Enjoy a Dive with our highly experienced dive instructors.

Pricing Tables

Cabin/Birth Class Prices valid up to 31st August 2026

Option Cost
Share Single $579.00
A $40 per person charge applies to travelling on any days that fall on the public holiday on all trips. Charge is payable at check-in. This includes the dates of: 24th December 26th December 30th December

Cabin/Birth Class Prices valid 31 August 2026 to 1st September 2026

Option Cost
Share Single $579.00
A $40 per person charge applies to travelling on any days that fall on the public holiday on all trips. Charge is payable at check-in. This includes the dates of: 24th December 26th December 30th December

Cabin/Birth Class Prices from 1st October 2026

Option Cost
Share Single $750.00
A $40 per person charge applies to travelling on any days that fall on the public holiday on all trips. Charge is payable at check-in. This includes the dates of: 24th December 26th December 30th December

Christmas Trip: 24th of December 2026 – 26th of December 2026 New Years Trip: 31st of December 2026 – 2nd of January 2027

Option Cost
Share Single $799.00
A $40 per person charge applies to travelling on any days that fall on the public holiday on all trips. Charge is payable at check-in. This includes the dates of: 24th December 26th December 30th December

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made within 14 days of departure for overnight boats will result in complete forfeiture of the ticket price.

FAQ

What to Bring

BYO Alcohol, no glass or red wine please (workplace health and safety). -Beach towel/towel/camera/toiletries. -Sunscreen/sunnies/hat/bathers. -Thongs/sandals (for bush walk). -Your iPod– hook up to our speakers for a boogie… -Light clothing– Evenings in winter can be chilly, days are hot. Summer is hot and sometimes wet. -Weather proof jacket in wet season for walks. -Maximum banter& your best sense of adventure& fun. -**ZIPLESS BAGS**Pack in an environmental green bag or similar, memento bags available from ABC Travel if required for $4.

Booking Terms and Conditions

Dive in Australia honours operators individual Cancellation/Rescheduling/Refund Policies. Sailing tours are always dependent on the weather. If your trip is cancelled for any reason Dive in Australia will honour Sailing Whitsundays refund policy. Flexible refund policies are now in place based on the uncertainty of travel restrictions.Cancellations made within 14 days of departure for overnight boats will result in complete forfeiture of the ticket price. Cancellations made out of these time frames will be refunded in full, minus any credit card/administration fees.

COVID Policy

We understand that booking travel can be quite nerve-wracking in these uncertain times, that is why we have installed a flexible policy when it comes to cancellations made due to a covid lock down. If a guest needs to cancel due to a covid lockdown, and they advise us as soon as the lockdown occurs, then they will be eligible for an open dated ticket of the full amount paid. Open dated ticket requests must be sent through in writing and you may be asked to show proof of address at the time. If you are unable to travel due to contracting Covid 19 or are a close contact of a person with Covid 19, you may also be eligible for an open dated ticket. A cancellation request must be sent through in writing and we will need you to send proof of your positive test result.

Ticket Terms

All prices are per person in AUD and include GST (excluding administration fees). While most pricing is quoted at a per passenger rate, private cabins must be booked and paid for by the full cabin price. Passengers wanting sole use of a private cabin will need to pay the full cabin price, usually for 2 persons. All prices include professional skipper and crew, live-aboard accommodation, all meals, fresh linen and use of wet suits or stinger suits and snorkelling equipment.

Important Information

*Prices for New Horizon will change for school holiday periods. Runs and departure days are subject to change, please check availability before booking. All prices are per person in AUD and include GST (excluding administration fees). Private cabins are paid by multiples of 2 or by the full cabin price. Passengers wanting sole use of a private cabin will need to pay for 2 persons.

Is New Horizon a party boat?

New Horizon has a lively and social atmosphere, so if you’re up for a few drinks and mingling with likeminded strangers, you’ll love New Horizon!

Is there a minimum age?

Yes, no one under 18 years of age is permitted on this tour. The maximum age ranges to around 35 as this tour is designed for people of a similar age to have fun and enjoy themselves!

Am I likely to get sea sick on New Horizon?

The weather can be unpredictable, but generally the size of New Horizon means it’s a good boat to be on in rough conditions. It’s still advisable to bring travel sickness pills if you feel you might need them

Is this tour family friendly?

This is a backpacker boat, and so is aimed at anyone between the ages of 18-35. Under 18s aren’t permitted, however anyone over 35 is allowed so long as they’re aware that it is a backpacker boat.

Can I come on New Horizon if I can't swim?

Yes, but you will be required to wear a life jacket whilst in the water.

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