Being a boutique Whitsunday Island charter company we would like to offer you a full service charter and are happy to assist in all aspects of your holiday with our Bareboat Concierge Service – from getting you to and from the airport, looking after your accommodation at the beginning or end of your charter, or booking an additional tour to make the most of your time in the Whitsundays.
Our friendly Bareboat specialists are here to make sure your Whitsunday experience is one of ease and comfort, with everything taken care of!
Whitsunday Coast Airport Transfers
Whitsunday Coast Airport is an easy 45 minute drive from our Charter Yachts Australia base at Coral Sea Marina (formally Abell Point Marina) Airlie Beach. Getting to and from the airport couldn’t be easier, it’s well organised with shuttles buses, taxis and car rental services available.
Shuttle Bus
With door to door service and a travel time of 45 minutes , this is the most cost effective way between the airport and Airlie Beach
How to Book
Once your charter is confirmed just provide us with you flight details and number of guests and we’ll make your booking. Payment can be settled prior to arrival or at check in.
Shuttle Bus Fares
- Adults:
$25 one way/$42 Return - Children (ages 3 – 12):
$13 one way/$21 Return - Children 2 and under:
Free of Charge
Taxis
Available from in front of the arrivals terminal.
Cost is approximately $80 – $100 to/from Airlie Beach.
Rideshare
Uber is available in the Whitsundays. Use your app to book!
Car Rental
Budget, Avis and hertz are all available from the arrivals terminal with offices also located in Airlie beach.
Hamilton Island Airport
Ferry Transfer
Cruise Whitsunday ferries meet each flight arriving or departing Hamilton Island Airport to transfer guest between the Island and mainland marina, Port of Airlie (travel time between 1 – 2 hours). From Port of Airlie, Charter Yachts Australia’s base at Coral Sea Marina (formally Abell Point Marina) is a 5 minute drive away or a 30 minute walk. Taxis are available from Port of Airlie
How to Book
Tickets can be bought directly from the Cruise Whitsunday Ticket office located in the arrivals terminal or pre book through Cruise Whitsundays.
Ferry Fares
- Adults: $61.90
- Children (aged 4 – 14): $51.90
- Children 3 and under: Free of charge
Accommodation
Planning on spending a few days before or after your trip further exploring the Whitsundays? Then ask our helpful reservations staff about options that will best suit your needs.
Tours
Your boat will take you many places, but you might want to experience the Whitsundays from a different perspective. These are some of our favourite add on tours when chartering:
Air Whitsunday Seaplane
One of the most exciting trips we can organise for you on charter is to book a seaplane to land next to your boat, pick you up and fly you out to view the 74 islands and outer Great Barrier Reef from the sky. Tours range from short scenic to full day including beach and reef stops with snorkelling
Cruise Whitsunday Reefworld
Head to the outer Great Barrier Reef by fast boat for a fullday or snorkelling, diving and underwater activities. With departures from both Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island this day trip can be made part of your bareboating charter or joined before or after.
Bredl’s Wild Farm
Experience Australian fauna & flora up close at this unique wildlife park situated a 30 minute drive from Airlie Beach on 174 acres of bushland. Featuring over 40 reptiles, including a 800kg crocodile called “Brian”, the farm is also home to more gentle variety of iconic animals such as kangaroos, emus & koalas – and yes you can even have a cuddle with them!
Find Out More & Book
Please feel free to contact our friendly reservations staff for any further information.