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PRIVATE DAY CHARTERS


ALL-INCLUSIVE SAILING, SWIMMING & LUNCH
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LUXURY YACHT CHARTERS AROUND MAGNETIC ISLAND

All Inclusive Day Charters on a Luxury Yacht

Pilgrim Sailing specialises in all-inclusive private day charters on a luxury yacht with a friendly and professional crew. Experience the magic of sailing the Magnetic Island coastline, to find the perfect bay to drop the anchor for lunch, drinks and some fun and relaxation. 

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PRIVATE DAY CHARTER 
  • Onboard a luxury 58-foot sailing yacht
  • Explore one of Magnetic Island's secluded beaches
  • Exclusive use of Pilgrim for you and your guests, with a professional and friendly crew to look after you
  • Combine sailing the Magnetic Island coastline with the opportunity to sail, swim, snorkel (weather permitting) or just relax
  • All-inclusive with local seafood and antipasto lunch and beverages, complimentary wine glasses or stubby coolers.
  • Tamburlaine organic wines, premium local beer and soft drinks are served throughout the charter
  • Chill out with a glass of wine on the giant inflatable platform or let the kids expend some energy playing on it instead!
  • Take a dinghy ride to explore one of the secluded bays of Magnetic Island
  • 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!
  • Flexible itinerary tailored just for you

WHAT'S INCLUDED​:​​
  • Four hour sailing experience around Magnetic Island (longer available on request)
  • Delicious lunch - local prawns and bugs, antipasto platter served with baguette, wine, beer and soft drinks
  • Tamburlaine organic wines, premium local beer and soft drinks for the duration
  • Complimentary wine glasses or stubby cooler for your use on board and for you to keep as a souvenir
  • Complimentary tea, coffee and water (still and sparkling)
  • Use of giant inflatable mat and stinger suits
  • Dinghy ride to beach while at anchor
  • Environmentally-friendly sunscreen
  • No hidden charges​
​*We are not a snorkelling tour, however when the weather permits (i.e. light winds), guests may be able to snorkel on our charters (bring your own snorkel sets).

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Adult (15 and over): From $219pp
Child (ages 1 -14): From $159pp
Infant under 1: FOC
​​$20pp supplement for public holidays

If your group is fewer than 10 guests, please book for 10 adults (our minimum charge for private charters) and enter the number of adults and kids in the special requirements.

Minimum charge of $2190
For smaller group bookings, see our Lunchtime Sailing Cruise

Our Private Charters book out early during school holidays, so contact us now so you don't miss out!

​A LITTLE BIT ABOUT WHAT TO EXPECT ON YOUR PRIVATE DAY CHARTER


Your private charter begins at Magnetic Island Marina, Nelly Bay. One of the crew will meet you on the Pepper's Blue on Blue deck and show you to Pilgrim, the beautiful 58-foot sailing yacht. 
 
You can select the start time and duration of the charter, although we recommend 10 am to time in nicely with lunch at anchor. Our standard charter is four hours. See our FAQ for recommendations on length of the charter.
 
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. 
 
Enjoy a leisurely sail to one of the bays of Magnetic Island. While we're sailing, you can relax on the beanbags or help pull ropes or steer the boat. We'll sail for about an hour before dropping anchor in one of the bays. 
 
The destination will depend on the wind conditions on the day but is often Radical Bay, Florence Bay or Arthur Bay. On more extended charters (e.g. six hours) we can sail to Five Beach Bay, or it may be possible to stop in two bays, one for a snorkel and one for lunch.
 
Once at anchor, you'll have some time to yourselves - you can chill on the boat, explore the beach, have a swim or play/relax on the giant inflatable mat. If the weather permits (on light wind days) you may be able to go for a snorkel and check out the fringing reef and colourful fish.
 
After you've had some fun or just kicked back and relaxed, we'll serve lunch on board, buffet-style. 
 
Lunch includes a delicious and generous antipasto platter and locally caught prawns & bugs served with a freshly baked baguette. Also included are Australian organic wines, premium beers and soft drinks with lunch and on the sail back to Nelly Bay.
 
After lunch, we'll pull up anchor and sail back to the marina enjoying the Magnetic Island scenery as we go.
 
During the charter, we usually spot some of the local wildlife - the beautiful brahminy kites, the batfish or large Cod and in season, if we're lucky we'll see one or two of the migrating humpback whales.

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​BEFORE YOU BOOK?
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EXTRAS TO MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER AND THE DAY EVEN BETTER!


All extras must be pre-booked at least seven days before the event
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RETURN FERRY TICKETS

For your convenience pre-book your ferry tickets.
Adults $30 | Child $17

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EXTRA HOUR

For when four hours just isn't enough. An extra hour means extra relaxation!
$50 per person / per hour

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SNORKEL HIRE

Hire snorkel & fins
Note: snorkelling is weather dependent
$20 per set

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CHAMPAGNE

Add a bottle or two to celebrate a special occasion or just because!
$85 per bottle

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TANQUERAY G&T

Premium pre-mix spirits for the non-wine or beer drinkers in your group
$75 per pack of ten

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KRAKEN RUM & COLA

Premium pre-mix spirits for the non-wine or beer drinkers in your group
$75 per pack of ten

THE FINER DETAILS


ITINERARY
  • Meet on the Peppers Blue on Blue deck at 10am
  • Board Pilgrim at Magnetic Island Marina, Nelly Bay by 10.15 am and depart the marina
  • 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 lunch at anchor
  • Sail back to Nelly Bay round 2.15 pm
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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

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

After the cruise Pilgrim will return to the same location.

DIRECTIONS TO MEETING SPOT FROM FERRY TERMINAL
When disembarking the ferry, turn left immediately (before the terminal building). Hug the foreshore walking across the car ferry ramp to Peppers Blue on Blue, which is just after the ferry ramp. You'll see tables, chairs and umbrellas on the Peppers restaurant deck area, we will meet you on this deck. See detailed map here.
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MERCHANDISE TO REMEMBER YOUR DAY BY

We recommend purchasing in advance to ensure we have your size or the item in stock, you can add it as an extra when booking or purchase on our website here. However most merchandise should be available on board. Ask one of our friendly crew!

Turkish towel​

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PUMPKIN CHUTNEY

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CAP & LINEN SHIRT

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WHAT MAKES PILGRIM SAILING DIFFERENT?

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CONTACT US

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Magnetic Island - Magnetic Island Marina, 123 Sooning Street, NELLY BAY, QLD 4819

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  • Our Experiences
    • For Individuals & Small Groups >
      • Lunchtime Sailing Cruises Magnetic Island
      • Sunset Cruises Magnetic Island
      • The Beach Club
      • Full Moon Cruises
    • For Larger Groups >
      • Private Sunset Charter
      • Private Day Charter
    • Deluxe for Couples >
      • The Beach Club
      • Scenic Heli & Lunchtime Cruise
      • Private Deluxe Sunset Cruise for Two
      • Private Deluxe Day Charter for Two
    • Gift Vouchers (Redeem or Buy)
    • Merchandise
    • Hire for Photoshoots
  • Visit Magnetic Island
  • Contact
  • About Us
  • CORONAVIRUS
  • Blog
  • Gallery
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • The Captains Club