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Experience Magnetic Island's beauty aboard our elegant yacht or fast RIB. Enjoy small-group and private charters featuring coastal views, local delicacies, and laid-back island vibes.

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Our Most Popular Sailing & Small Boat Tours

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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

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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

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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

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Private Charters on Magnetic Island

Your Yacht. Your People. Your Island Escape.

Whether it’s a romantic proposal, a milestone celebration, or a team day out, our private charters are designed for effortless elegance. From the food and drinks to the perfect playlist and hidden bay — we handle every detail so you can simply relax, celebrate, and enjoy Magnetic Island at its most magical.

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Why Pilgrim Magnetic Island?

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Booking is Easy – Here’s How:

Whether you’re booking a private charter, joining a sunset sail, or planning a special celebration, we’ve made the process easy from start to sail. Personal, seamless, and stress-free — here’s how it works:

  • Start by exploring all our available experiences here.

    Use the handy filters to narrow it down by group size, type of experience (sailing or fast boat), private or shared, or time of day. It’s the easiest way to find the perfect match for your trip.

  • On your chosen experience page, click the Book Now button—this opens the live calendar for that specific trip. Select your preferred date and time directly from there.

  • Complete your booking in just a few clicks. You’ll get an instant confirmation email with all the details—no guessing, no stress. After that, it’s simply a matter of showing up and enjoying the day, your way.

Still Have Questions?

Planning something special or need help choosing?
Clare’s here to help tailor the perfect experience – get in touch with us directly.

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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.

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Discover the magic of Magnetic Island with Pilgrim Sailing!

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