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Matador - 2 Day 1 Night Whitsundays Sailing, Snorkel and Whitehaven Tour - Flexible Date Changes

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Join the crew on Matador Whitsundays for a truly unique sailing experience on-board an ex-race boat legend. Matador has been freshly refurbished for its' 2 day 1 night tour. Visit Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and all the highlights of the Whitsundays!

Join the crew on Matador Whitsundays for a truly unique sailing experience on-board an ex-race boat legend. Matador has been freshly refurbished for its' 2 day 1 night tour. Visit Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and all the highlights of the Whitsundays!

Highlights

  • Largest (85feet) Maxi in the Whitsundays - loads of space with out the extra guests
  • Eco Certified Tour - The crew are trained to preserve the pristine environment and do all they can to run a sustainable cruise
  • One of the regions fastest ex-race boats
  • Experience Whitehaven beach
  • Hill Inlet Lookout
  • Can include Whitsunday Island, Hook Island, Hayman Island, Blue Pearl Bay, Border Island and many, many more
  • Sail the azure waters of the Whitsundays
  • Snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
  • Brand new refurbishment – modern comfortable interior
  • 3 Snorkels - weather and tide dependent
  • Ranked 5/5 on Facebook, 5/5 on Google and 5/5 TripAdvisor
  • Option to sleep under the stars on the deck! (Weather permitting)
  • Award winning crew

Get an Authenticated, secure deal on Matador! The clever Bookme concept allows us to offer fantastic prices on limited seats so get in quick. Very much like buying an airline ticket! Feel free to Google Matador Whitsundays for more reviews and feedback about our quality tour.

Flexible Date Changes

- Free to change travel dates up until 48 hours prior to departure (subject to availability).

Set sail and experience the thrill of Matador, a legendary racing yacht. Glide through the Whitsunday Islands, soaking in the turquoise waters, lush islands, and breathtaking white sandy beaches.

Feel the ocean breeze as you relax on the spacious deck or help the crew hoist the sails for a hands-on adventure. Stop at world-class snorkel sites like the Great Barrier Reef's fringing reefs, where you can swim among vibrant coral gardens and marine life. Hill Inlet Lookout offers a picture-perfect view of Whitehaven Beach’s iconic swirling sands.

Enjoy delicious, freshly prepared meals onboard, featuring local produce, crisp salads, fresh fruit, and a hearty pasta dinner. As the sun sets, sip a cool drink and watch the sky transform into hues of orange and pink before stargazing under the pristine Whitsundays night sky.

Wake up to the gentle rocking of the ocean and enjoy breakfast before diving in for another unforgettable snorkel session. After two days of adventure, Matador returns to Airlie Beach in the afternoon, leaving you with incredible memories of sailing, snorkeling, and exploring paradise.

Matador was redeveloped in 2017 and we pride ourselves on having the best of the best crew on one of the finest maxi sailing yachts in the Whitsundays.

Awarded Bronze for “Best New Tourism Business” in the 2017 Whitsunday Tourism Awards.

A bit about Matador

  • Largest commercial ex-race boat in the Whitsundays at 85ft in length
  • Constructed from immensely strong and light weight carbon fibre
  • Glowing race history - 52 races, 8 Regattas and two world maxi yacht races, boasting a total of 31 wins 5 seconds and 6 thirds.
  • Locally owned and operated company promising an authentic Aussie experience.

Departure/check in point: South Village at Coral Sea Marina – (under umbrellas on Right-Hand-Side of JetSki Adventure Central)

Small Groups - max 21 guests

Departure time:Meet at 8am, departure at 8.30am

Return Time: between 4 and 4.30pm

Please Note:

Return time is estimated for the afternoon but may vary due to

weather, tides, and tendering logistics

Car parking: Paid is available at the marina for $8 per day

What to bring: BYO alcohol (no glass), towel, sunscreen, hat, thongs/sandals, light clothing, jumper, your favourite music and weather proof jacket. Please pack in a small back-pack similar to an airplane carry on size

Traveling as a couple? Matador has both single and double mattresses available, you can select the option for a double mattress on your way through the checkout process for priority choice of this option.

Matador Whitsundays recommend for guests to have travel insurance. Operators terms and conditions are available on there website and attached to your booking confirmation

For every Matador tour booked a percentage of the ticket price will be donated to ALL of the following organisations:

  • Port Macquarie Koala Hospital (NSW) - treating injured koalas from the bushfires
  • Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
  • Queensland Parks and Wildlife
  • Ecotourism Australia
Per Person $550.00

What's included

  • Flexible Date Changes - Free to change travel dates up until 48 hours prior to departure (subject to availability)
  • Generous sized meals sourced from local suppliers
  • Fun and experienced crew
  • Wetsuits
  • Mask & Snorkel
  • Local Fees
  • After-party upon return including promo drinks and discounted meals
  • All main meals are locally sourced and freshly prepared! You won’t go hungry! All dietary requirements are catered for
  • Snorkel Lessons if required
  • Fully qualified crew

Duration

  • The duration of this experience is 2 days

Location

  • South Village at Coral Sea Marina – (under umbrellas on Right-Hand-Side of JetSki Adventure Central)

Notes

  • Flexible Date Changes - Free to change travel dates up until 48 hours prior to departure (subject to availability).

    Minimum passenger age 12 years.

Available Bookings from 4 Apr to 17 Apr 2025

All prices are shown in AUD ($)

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  • Per Person$439.00 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Per Person$439.00 Less than 6 at this price!

  • Per Person$439.00 Less than 6 at this price!

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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jasont26 from Netherlands wrote on 05 August 2024

Great experience

Very nice crew, very nice experience aswel. Everything was perfect organised

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Rosanna Wellm from Germany wrote on 26 April 2024

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Awesome experience, I will remember my whole life!!

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Gina Franke from Germany wrote on 22 April 2024

Loved it

Absolutely loved it. The crew and the whole tour was nice and I would defined recommend it :).

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Fiona Palumbo from Australia wrote on 26 April 2024

Bad experience!

Very bad weather, which was not at all conducive to going out to sea, especially for two days and one night. The program was not respected, with no explanation of where we were going. The skipper spoke very badly and showed no respect for customers or colleagues. Very old boat

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brigittem2 from Austria wrote on 14 April 2024

AWESOME

Awesome people, really amazing food (also gluten-free and vegetarian options are available), the crew is funny and doing an amazing job!! Thank you for this unforgettable snorkeling experience :-) ♡

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