2-day Whitsundays snorkeling aboard Matador racing yacht

Hoist the sails yourself, then dive into coral gardens where sea turtles swim.

A 2-day sailing and snorkeling tour of the Whitsundays aboard Matador, a racing yacht, where you help crew the boat and snorkel world-class reef sites with a local guide. The itinerary includes Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout, with meals, overnight accommodation and all snorkeling equipment included. Minimum age is 12. The return time may shift due to weather and tides.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sail and explore Whitsundays

• Set sail aboard Matador yacht
• Relax on spacious deck
• Help crew hoist sails
• Snorkel at Great Barrier Reef
• Visit Hill Inlet Lookout
• Explore Whitehaven Beach
• Savor freshly prepared meals
• Watch sunset and stargaze

The experience

The boat leaves with a crew that lets you help hoist the sails if you want to, or you can relax on the spacious deck while the yacht glides through turquoise water past lush islands. Matador is a racing yacht, not a tour bus on water: the pace and the feel of the boat itself are part of what you're paying for. Over two days you'll anchor at world-class snorkeling sites on the Great Barrier Reef's fringing reefs, where you swim among vibrant coral gardens, tropical fish, and sea turtles. The local guide is with you in the water.

Day one includes a stop at Hill Inlet Lookout for the view of Whitehaven Beach's swirling sands, and you'll snorkel at least one reef site. Meals aboard feature freshly prepared local produce, crisp salads, fresh fruit, and a hearty pasta dinner. You sleep on the boat, and breakfast comes before the second day of snorkeling. All snorkeling equipment is provided, along with afternoon tea, coffee and lunch. National Park fees and the Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax) are included in the price.

The return time can shift depending on weather and tides, so plan your onward travel with some buffer. The tour runs in all seasons. If poor weather forces a cancellation, you can rebook for another date or take a full refund. If your cruise ship runs late and you miss the departure, the operator does not issue a refund. Confirm your ship's schedule before booking. Let the operator know about any dietary requirements when you reserve.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• local guide.
• all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
• afternoon tea and coffee.
• overnight accommodation on the yacht.
• National Park fees.
• Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax).
• all activities and tour escort.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday, Wednesday and SaturdayDeparts at 08:00Last departure this season: 30 Dec

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (12 to 90 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 21

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by Trydant Pty LTD

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to actively participate in sailing the boat rather than simply relax on deck: the crew welcomes hands-on help with the sails and navigation.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the snorkeling like on the Whitsundays fringing reefs?

The fringing reefs around the Whitsundays hold vibrant coral gardens, tropical fish, and sea turtles. You snorkel at world-class sites over the two days, with a local guide in the water, and all equipment is provided.

Can I help sail the boat or do I just sit and watch?

You can help the crew hoist the sails for a hands-on adventure if you want to, or you can relax on the spacious deck. It's your choice how involved you get.

What meals and accommodation are included?

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea, and coffee are all included. You sleep overnight on Matador, so the boat is your accommodation for the two days.

What happens if the weather turns bad?

The tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. If poor weather forces a cancellation, you can choose an alternative date or receive a full refund.

Is there a minimum age to join this tour?

The minimum age is 12 years old. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.