Highlights
What’s Included
2-hour sail in Cleveland Bay watch the sun go down and the full moon rising.
Unlimited local beers, Australian Organic Wines or non-alcoholic beverages.
Local cheese platter with accompaniments including the infamous Pumpkin Chutney
Optional extra: return SeaLink ferry tickets from Townsville (select as an extra when booking)
A Glimpse at your Private Full Moon Charter
What to Expect
Your Private Full Moon Charter begins at the marina in Nelly Bay, Magnetic Island. One of our friendly crew will meet you on the Peppers Blue on Blue deck and show you to Pilgrim — our beautiful 58-foot sailing yacht.
Once everyone’s aboard, we’ll run through a short safety briefing before we cast off. Then it’s sails up and engines off as we head out into Cleveland Bay. Depending on the breeze, your skipper (Paul or Clayton) will choose the smoothest and most scenic route for the conditions, always lining up the boat for the best views of the sun setting over Magnetic Island.
After around an hour, the sun will be starting to set and the sky will light up in beautiful colours, the perfect moment for stunning photos and a quiet pause. Not long after, you’ll be treated to another spectacle as the full moon rises over the ocean, casting its glow across the water.
Wine, Cheese & Local Flavours
As we sail, you’ll enjoy a selection of Tamburlaine Organic Wines — Sparkling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Rosé and Moscato (please note, we don’t serve red wine).
Not into wine? No worries. We’ve also got local beers from the Townsville Brewery and Maggie Island Brewery, soft drinks, and non-alcoholic wine or gin cockatils.
All drinks are included, and they’re unlimited.
Alongside your drinks, we serve a delicious grazing platter of local cheeses, fresh seasonal fruit, and accompaniments including our delicious homemade pumpkin chutney — it’s a guest favourite.
Want to know more? Click here to discover What’s on the Platter!
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Times vary throughout the year:
You'll be met on the Peppers Deck by one of our crew.
The crew will show you to the boat and make sure you're comfortable on board before departing the marina.
Once the sails are up you'll be served a selection of local wines, beers and soft drinks, followed by a local cheese platter.
Relax as we sail along and enjoy the sun setting on another day in paradise.
Before heading back to the marina, look up and the full moon will be rising, casting a glow over the water.
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Cruise times vary throughout the year to align with sunset. The cruise will start between 4.30 pm and 5.30 pm, and return between 6.30 pm and 7.30 pm.
Please refer to the booking calendar for the specific schedule. Guests are requested to arrive 15 minutes before the cruise begins.
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There is no minimum number of guests on our Private Sunset Charters, just a minimum charge which equates to 10 guests. Prices are as follows:
$139 per person
All prices include the environmental management charge of $4.00 per person
For larger group bookings (16 guests or more), please contact us directly to arrange. A 10% discount is applicable on larger bookings.
For smaller bookings, we recommend our shared Full Moon Cruise.
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If you are travelling from Townsville, our charter times are aligned to the SeaLink ferry timetable and we can package in the ferry tickets to make the transfer from Townsville seamless.
Add the ferry tickets as an extra when booking and we’ll email you the tickets the day before your event.
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Magnetic Island: Peppers Blue on Blue Resort, Nelly Bay - on the deck outside the Boardwalk Restaurant.
Ex-Townsville: Please catch the Sealink ferry from the Breakwater Terminal and then head to the meeting point at Peppers Blue on Blue Resort. Your ferry tickets will be emailed to you a few hours before the cruise.
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Looking for somewhere to eat after your sunset sailing cruise? We’ve got you covered!
After your cruise, we’ll organise a seamless dining experience so you can go straight from the boat to dinner at Peppers Blue on Blue:
In the Restaurant – a two-course meal in the Boardwalk Restaurant with main, side to share and a dessert and a complimentary beverage on arrival. $65 per person
Private Poolside Dining – enjoy a two-course meal around the pool at Peppers with your own personal waiter. Starts from $85 per person.
Or check out our dining guide blog post for restaurant recommendations on the island.
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Upgrade your beverage selection, choose from premium options like:
Champagne
Tan Lines Distilling Gin & Tonics or Vodka & Sodas
Upgrades must be pre-ordered at least two weeks in advance.
Tasting Experiences with Local Makers on Board
Gin & Vodka Tasting – Meet the chief distiller and enjoy a tasting of their award-winning spirits.
Beer Tasting – Meet the head brewer for a tasting paddle and stories behind each brew, crafted right here on the island.
Or for those special birthday celebrations, why not add our celebratory cup cakes!
