"THE MOMENT THE SAILS WENT UP & THE MOTOR STOPPED, THE WORLD BECAME QUIETER, SIMPLY MAGIC."
ESCAPE REALITY FOR A WHILESAILING, SUNDOWNERS & LOCAL CHEESES
Join us on board a beautiful 58-foot yacht for a sunset sail in Cleveland Bay. Enjoy the magic of sailing while you sip Australian organic wines or premium local beers, nibble on our hand-selected cheese platter.
There is plenty of space to sit back and dream, with no more than 12 guests on board. Our attentive crew will ensure you have everything you need to relax. If you're up for a chat or want some recommendations about things to do on the island, don't hesitate to ask the crew, or if you want some time out to yourselves, we'll understand and will leave you to it! x
Love the thought of our hand-picked cheese platter?
The night does’t have to end there! There's more. After the sunset cruise head to Pepper’s scenic Boardwalk Restaurant for a delightful dining and drinking experience with our Sip, Sail & Dine package., a two course meal at Peppers booked for you after the sunset cruise. Select as an extra when booking online. $65 per person. Sample menu below: 
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THE ITINERARY:
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PRICES & BOOKING:
Prices include the environmental management charge of $3.50 per person. Minimum 4 guests | Maximum 12 guests (mixed groups) For larger group bookings (8 guests or more), we recommend our Private Sunset Charter option. |
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Our start time varies throughout the year depending on the time the sun sets. Please check your booking confirmation carefully, as this will advise you of the meeting time for your cruise. December, January, February - we meet at 5.15 pm for a 5.30 pm departure. We return between 7 -7.15 pm. If you are travelling from Townsville: Please catch the 4.30 pm ferry from Townsville (or earlier) and the 8.00 pm return ferry (or later).* November & 1st-17th March - we meet at 5.00 pm for a 5.15 pm departure. We return between 7 -7.15 pm. If you are travelling from Townsville: Please catch the 4.30 pm ferry from Townsville (or earlier) and the 8.00 pm return ferry (or later).* 18th-31st March - we meet at 4.45 pm for a 5.00 pm departure. We return around 6.45 pm. If you are travelling from Townsville: Please catch the 3.50 pm ferry from Townsville (or earlier) and the 8.00 pm return ferry (or later). * April, August, September, October - we meet at 4.30 pm for a 4.45 pm departure. We return between 6.15 - 6.30 pm. If you are travelling from Townsville: Please catch the 3.50 pm ferry from Townsville (or earlier) and the 6.35 pm return ferry (or later). * May, June, July - we meet at 4.15 pm for a 4.30 pm departure. We return between 6.00 - 6.15 pm. If you are travelling from Townsville: Please catch the 3.50 pm ferry from Townsville (or earlier) and the 6.35 pm return ferry (or later)* * Always double-check the latest ferry timetable from Sealink, as ferry times can change. |
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We depart from Magnetic Island Marina, Nelly Bay. WHERE TO MEET: One of the crew will meet you on the corner of the Peppers Blue on Blue deck* & next to the Car Ferry Ramp 15 minutes before the scheduled cruise start time. Look out for someone in a white "Pilgrim Sailing" shirt and make yourself known to them. *The deck is situated outside the restaurant at the Peppers resort, if you see chairs, tables and umbrellas you're in the right spot. Please do not come to the boat as it is a private marina, and all guests must be escorted. See detailed map here. 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 barge ramp to the deck area outside Peppers Blue on Blue Resort's restaurant. |
SAILING, SUNDOWNERS & HAND-SELECTED CHEESE
A glimpse at your sunset sail
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Your Sip & Sail Sunset Cruise begins at Magnetic Island Marina, Nelly Bay. One of your crew will meet you on the Pepper's Blue on Blue deck and show you to Pilgrim, the beautiful 58-foot sailing yacht.
THE CRUISE
After a full briefing to ensure everyone feels comfortable and safe, we'll head out of the marina and hoist the sails.
Once under sail, you will enjoy wines from a selection of Tamburlaine Organic Wines, including Sparkling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Rose and a Moscato. Alternatively, for non-wine drinkers, there is the locally brewed beer from the Townsville Brewery, non-alcoholic options. All drinks are unlimited and included in the price.
There is also a delicious hand-picked cheese platter to enjoy with your wine - be sure to try the homemade pumpkin chutney!
The route of the sailing cruise in Cleveland Bay will depend on the wind (strength and direction); the skipper will ensure that it is the most comfortable ride for the prevailing conditions. Your skipper, Paul or Clayton, will also line the boat up for the perfect view of the sun setting over Magnetic Island - make sure your cameras are ready!
Once the sun has set, we will lower the sails and motor back into Nelly Bay Harbour in time for your dinner plans.
If you're looking for some restaurant suggestions for after the sunset cruise, check out our blog here.
Also, once a month on the Full Moon, we offer an extended cruise combining the sunset and the rising of the Full Moon. Find out more here.
Love the thought of our hand-picked cheese platter? The night does’t have to end there! There's more.
After the sunset cruise head to Pepper’s scenic Boardwalk Restaurant for a delightful dining and drinking experience with our Sip, Sail & Dine package., a two course meal at Peppers booked for you after the sunset cruise. Select as an extra when booking online. $65 per person.
THE CRUISE
After a full briefing to ensure everyone feels comfortable and safe, we'll head out of the marina and hoist the sails.
Once under sail, you will enjoy wines from a selection of Tamburlaine Organic Wines, including Sparkling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Rose and a Moscato. Alternatively, for non-wine drinkers, there is the locally brewed beer from the Townsville Brewery, non-alcoholic options. All drinks are unlimited and included in the price.
There is also a delicious hand-picked cheese platter to enjoy with your wine - be sure to try the homemade pumpkin chutney!
The route of the sailing cruise in Cleveland Bay will depend on the wind (strength and direction); the skipper will ensure that it is the most comfortable ride for the prevailing conditions. Your skipper, Paul or Clayton, will also line the boat up for the perfect view of the sun setting over Magnetic Island - make sure your cameras are ready!
Once the sun has set, we will lower the sails and motor back into Nelly Bay Harbour in time for your dinner plans.
If you're looking for some restaurant suggestions for after the sunset cruise, check out our blog here.
Also, once a month on the Full Moon, we offer an extended cruise combining the sunset and the rising of the Full Moon. Find out more here.
Love the thought of our hand-picked cheese platter? The night does’t have to end there! There's more.
After the sunset cruise head to Pepper’s scenic Boardwalk Restaurant for a delightful dining and drinking experience with our Sip, Sail & Dine package., a two course meal at Peppers booked for you after the sunset cruise. Select as an extra when booking online. $65 per person.
wait, there's more!
So, here are some extras you can add to your booking to make things easier or just to remember your evening by:
