Explore Magnetic Island from the water ON A Lunchtime Sailing Cruise

ADULTS: $179 pp
CHILD: $99 pp
NOTES TO BOOKING:
1. Great Barrier Reef Environmental Levy of $7.00 is added at check out.  
2. Online bookings close at 8pm the day before a cruise. Please send a text to 0424296406 if you wish to book a tour on the day or for the following day (if after 8pm).
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  1. COVID-Safe checklist and plan is complete & in place ✅ 
  2. Thorough cleaning with disinfectant before and after every cruise 
  3. Lunch is served on disposable (& compostable) platters
  4. Two options for wine glasses - we will provide disposable biocups or you can purchase** one of our quality branded "glasses" for use on board and to take away as a souvenir. Glasses are on sale at a discount due to current circumstances
  5. All your crew are following good hygiene practices including frequent hand washing
  6. Reduced the maximum number of guests on board to ensure physical distancing is met
  7. Pre-order drinks to facilitate serving of drinks
  8. We are also implementing a range of processes and practices to ensure we meet all the good hygiene and physical distancing regulations and will cover these in our briefing on board.

** Recommended to minimise waste and a more enjoyable drinking experience in a high quality "glass". 

All Inclusive Boat Tours - Sailing, Lunch, Drinks and more

​​Jump on board for a relaxing lunchtime sailing cruise around Magnetic Island. Enjoy a leisurely sail to one of the bays of Magnetic Island with only a few other guests. Once at anchor have fun with a swim or just chill out on the giant inflatable mat or relax onboard, before you enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch served with wines, beer and soft drinks (included).
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE LUNCHTIME CRUISE
  • Onboard a luxury 58-foot sailing yacht
  • Explore one of Magnetic Island secluded beaches
  • Go for a swim or relax on the giant inflatable mat
  • Experience the local wildlife up close and personal - humpback whales (in season), batfish and other reef fish, kites, sea-eagles, turtles and maybe even a dugong!
  • A personal and intimate experience with the feel of a private charter 
  • Enjoy a delicious BBQ and local seafood lunch (included)
  • Have a go steering the yacht or learn a little about sailing from your hosts, Clare & Paul
  • Kick back with Australian organic wines or local premium beer served with your lunch and on the sail home (included)
WHAT'S INCLUDED​:​​
  • Four hour sailing experience around Magnetic Island
  • BBQ lunch - Local prawns, premium sausages, homemade salads & fresh bread rolls & soft drinks
  • Tamburlaine organic wines and premium local beer with lunch and for the sail home
  • Complimentary tea, coffee and water (still and sparkling)
  • Use of stinger suits, snorkels, giant inflatable mat and paddle board
  • Dinghy ride to beach while at anchor
  • Environmentally-friendly sunscreen
  • Great Barrier Reef Environmental levy of $7.00pp
  • No hidden charges​
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A little bit about what to expect on your lunchtime sailing cruise

Your lunchtime sailing cruise begins at Magnetic Island Marina, Nelly Bay. One of the crew will meet you on the Pepper's Blue on Blue deck at 11.00 am and show you to Pilgrim, the beautiful 58-foot sailing yacht.

After a full briefing to ensure everyone feels comfortable and safe, we'll have a chat to find out what you are looking for from the day, then head out of the marina and pull up sails and go sailing.
 
THE CRUISE
We'll sail for about an hour before dropping anchor in one of the bays. Generally, we'll stop in Arthur Bay, Florence Bay or Radical Bay. 
 
If you are interested in sailing? The crew - Paul and Clare - love to get you pulling ropes or steering and are very happy to teach you a bit too. Perfect for keeping the kids entertained.
 
Once at anchor, you'll have about an hour to play before you enjoy your lunch on board. You can chill out on the beanbags, explore the beach, have a swim or play/relax on the giant inflatable mat with a glass of vino in hand! 
 
If the wind permits and we can anchor in Arthur or Florence Bay, you'll be able to go for a snorkel and check out the fringing reef and colourful fish (we can't guarantee snorkelling as it is weather dependent).
 
After lunch, we'll pull up anchor and sail back to the marina enjoying the Magnetic Island scenery as we go.
 

What makes our lunchtime sailing cruise special:

THE YACHT
Pilgrim is a luxury 58-foot yacht and is perfect for guests of all ages.
 
She is large, stable and comfortable and there's plenty of space for everyone to spread out on board with seating in four main areas - the foredeck, the bean-bags or in one of the two cockpits. 
 
Be sure to have a peek downstairs too; she is a stunning vessel with beautiful cabinetry and heaps of space below also.
QUALITY LOCAL FOOD & DRINK
We proudly serve quality Australian and local produce on every cruise. 
 
Lunch is served on board, buffet-style and includes a selection of locally caught prawns, premium sausages, and chicken skewers served with homemade salads with fresh bread rolls. Lunch is all freshly prepared on board.
 
You'll also enjoy complimentary wine or beer with your lunch and for the sail back home. (Note, we don't serve red wine onboard)
 
Our beers are from the local brewery in Townsville, the Townsville Brewery. We serve their Legends Lager, an easy-drinking lager and their Tropical Coast Pale Ale, a slightly fruitier beer.
 
We serve premium wines from Tamburlaine Organic Wines in New South Wales. They are the largest organic wine producer in Australia. The grapes are grown predominantly in Orange with the cellar door and winery in the Hunter Valley, just north of Sydney. Another essential feature for us is it is a family-run winery.
SMALL GROUPS
We keep the number of guests to a minimum (between four and eight) to ensure plenty of room for everyone to spread out, essential during the coronavirus pandemic and also provides you with a very personalised service from your hosts. 
SOME EXTRAS TO MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER:

FERRY TICKETS
For your convenience, you can book return ferry tickets from Townsville at the time of booking. Select the Ferry ticket as an extra when booking. 

TO BOOK: Select "Ferry Transfer" as an extra when booking.

THE FINER DETAILS:

ITINERARY
  • Board Pilgrim at Magnetic Island Marina, Nelly Bay at 11.00 am
  • Depart marina at 11.15 am
  • Pull up sails and enjoy the peace (wind permitting) (approximately 1 - 1.5 hours)
  • Drop anchor in a secluded bay on Magnetic Island
  • Explore the beach, go for a swim or chill out on the giant inflatable mat or just relax onboard.
  • Enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch
  • Sail back to Nelly Bay at around 3 - 3.15 pm

​MEETING SPOT:
Please meet on the Peppers Blue on Blue deck, next to the car ferry ramp in Nelly Bay, Magnetic Island at 11.00 am.
One of the crew will meet you there and show you to the boat. Look out for someone in a white "Pilgrim Sailing" shirt!
​See detailed map here.

After the cruise Pilgrim will return to Magnetic Island Marina around 3.00-3.15 pm.

WHAT TO BRING
  • Flat white-soled or non-marking shoes (or you can go barefoot if you prefer)
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Sunglasses, sunscreen & a hat
  • Camera
  • Swimmers & towel

RESTRICTIONS
Cruises will only run with six or more adults.

CHECK OUT THE WEATHER TO PLAN YOUR SAIL

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We will always recommend booking your tour with us before you arrive on the island to avoid disappointment. However if you're here already then here's a forecast to help you pick the day for your cruise.  

Remember there are 320 days of sunshine on Maggie so take any rain forecast with a pinch of salt and focus on the wind - we are a sailing boat after all!!

Use the forecast above as a guide to pick your day to come sailing. (Arrows represent wind strength in knots). Some tips from the skipper:
  • If the wind around/over 20 knots there is a high chance of cancellation
  • Wind around 15 knots is for the more adventurous "sailor"
  • Wind less than 5 knots may involve some motoring

If the wind is looking stronger towards the end of your holiday, we recommend you don't leave your sailing for the last night just in case the forecast strengthens and we have to cancel meaning you'll miss out!

CONTACT US

Email us or call us with any questions on  0424 296406 or 0432 297911
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