Unwind at Sea. No Scripts. No Crowds.
Small-group and private charters with coastal views, local produce, and laid-back island vibes.
Our Most Popular Sailing & Small Boat Tours
Lunchtime Sailing Cruise
Four-hour sailing cruise with time to swim, spot wildlife and soak in the stunning coastline. Includes local lunch plus premium wines, beers and soft drinks in a secluded bay.
From $229.00
Sip & Sail Sunset Cruise
Relax with a sunset sail as the sun sets over Magnetic Island. Enjoy unlimited local beers, Aussie organic wine or non-alcoholic beverages, plus cheese platter with accompaniments and pumpkin chutney.
From $129.00
Small Boat Tours
Explore remote parts of Magnetic Island by small fast boat—wildlife, hidden bays, and a gourmet picnic under a shady cabana by the sea.
From $299.00
Our Most Popular Private Charter Experiences
Private Day Charter
Perfect for family days, girls getaways, or corporate events, our private day charter offers an unforgettable escape with great food, drinks, swimming, and relaxing in peaceful surroundings.
From A$229.00 per person
Private Sunset Charter
Relax on our beautiful yacht with your crew. Enjoy local cheeses, Pilgrim’s famous pumpkin chutney, organic wines, and premium beers while watching the Magnetic Island sunset.
From A$139.00 per person
Private Day to Dusk Charter
Enjoy our two most popular experiences in one private 5-hour charter—sailing, swimming, a gourmet grazing platter, local drinks, and a sunset sail back to Nelly Bay. All-inclusive and unforgettable.
From A$299.00 per person
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Why Pilgrim?
About Us
Pilgrim Sailing was founded on Sydney Harbour in 2010 by Paul and Clare Ley, who set out to share their love of sailing with others.
Now calling Magnetic Island home, their passion has become a way of life — creating authentic experiences that reflect our love of good company, great food, and the open sea.
Contact Us
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Are you a frequent customer or local looking for special perks?
The Captain’s Club is our way of saying thanks for being part of the Pilgrim crew. Earn points for every expereince and unlock exclusive perks along the way!From time to time, we find ourselves with a few available spots on our sunset cruise on one of our picture-perfect Magnetic Island evenings.
The Last Minute Locals Club
We don't want you to miss out! Join our Last Minute Locals Club to receive notifications on the day when we have availability and the sun is shining, enjoy a 10% discount on us!