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  • P W
    6 contributions
    Paso Doble - Superb
    Hi, As regular charters I'd like to call out how well Paso Doble is maintained and running. On arrival the boat had clearly been refitted since last year and was perfectly detailed. Everything on board ran well and when we did have an minor equipment failure, it was fixed on water by the chase boat. Heather was fantastic on the scheds. The post charter route map was a great extra this year. The area is of course superb with us seeing dolphins and turtles aplenty. All the best to John and the team
    "Paso Doble Paul"
    Review of: Charter Yachts Australia
    Written 18 November 2023
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  • Jenna M
    Moranbah, Queensland, Australia7 contributions
    Loved it!
    Hired a Catamaran with another two couples and sailed around the Whitsundays for 3 nights. Had a great time, facilities on the boat were great, and the staff were super helpful in planning our trip and giving us the skills to sail ourselves. Communication leading up to our sailing trip was great and all the information was provided. Would definitely charter again with Cumberland
    Review of: Cumberland Charter Yachts
    Written 4 December 2023
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  • terri
    Darwin, Australia3 contributions
    Portland Roads yacht charter, Airley Beach, Qld
    We have had the most lovely holiday aboard Due West, a 38ft cataraman based out of Airley Beach, Qld. Three double cabins, two bathrooms, well equipped galley (including a Nespresso coffee machine and milk frother!!).

    Pre-briefings before and on arrival, and an optional extra training session out on the harbour meant we were fully informed and ready to enjoy several days out in the Whitsundays. My husband hadn’t sailed for a number of years and my two daughters and I are non-sailors but we found when you follow instructions and read up on where to moor each evening it was relatively easy.

    Ghi did a great handover and while emphasizing safety and due care he was also focused on ensuring we were equipped to have a great holiday.

    Would we do it again? Definitely!
    Review of: Portland Roads - Sailing The Whitsundays
    Written 27 November 2023
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  • Rob K
    1 contribution
    Totally awesome
    Wow what an experience the team are so professional and the vessel was awesome well maintained and had everything you could want would love to do another trip or more in the future could not recommend this company high enough
    Review of: Whitsunday Rent A Yacht
    Written 6 October 2023
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  • Traveller
    13 contributions
    Excellent, well maintained boat , helpful staff
    Hired a boat at short notice, all our questions answered, boat ready on time and in good condition. On arrival Bob made sure we had everything we needed, gave some great tips on where to go. Weather was a little lively but we have plenty of experience on the water and impressed with how the boat handled the conditions, very pleased to see a large turtle ( I assume it was the same one we saw several times). Would recommend the company.
    Review of: Airlie Boat Hire
    Written 29 November 2023
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  • imoan2502
    Mackay, Australia15 contributions
    Great exploring
    Boat was great, fishing rods, bait, tackle box, esky with ice all can be hired at a reasonable rate. Was a great morning out (definitely the best to do morning) didn't catch anything but plenty of bites and an impatient 8yr old but had fun seen a sea turtle. Cheapest water activity for 4 hrs in Airlie.
    Review of: Whitsunday Boat Hire
    Written 2 June 2017
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  • Bevyn
    Gold Coast, Australia1 contribution
    Adventure Holiday
    Great adventure for the growing family. Plenty of wind for good sailing. Great locations to visit with easy access from Shute Harbour. Wonderful staff that are very knowledgeable and helpful. The area and boat briefing from Sonia was top notch. Dave was really helpful on the dock and able to show us all we needed to enjoy the boat. We recommend the stay aboard option the night before you set out to complete the experience. Professionally run operation that will see us return in the future for another adventure.
    Review of: Sunsail Whitsundays
    Written 19 September 2020
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  • 58sharon_h
    Brisbane, Australia23 contributions
    QYC - QYC- QYC - DashaWay DashaWay DashaWay
    The whole 7 night bare boat adventure was delightful. Couple of little hiccups along the way but nothing to really dampen our spirits. 41' Cat was well maintained & very comfortable with enough room for our 3 couples + one. Weather was spectacular & 8° cooler than the mainland so great week to be on the water. Thanks QYC - highly recommended
    Review of: Queensland Yacht Charters
    Written 1 December 2018
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  • Crofton M
    Airlie Beach, Australia2,051 contributions
    Great for a birthday sunset cruise
    We went with a group celebrating a friend's birthday. It leaves in time to watch the sunset and dusk over the spectacular airlie seascape of yachts at moorings, marinas, resorts and waterfronts. We thought that the limited range of drink prices were reasonable.
    Review of: Airlie Beach BBQ Party boat hire
    Written 16 June 2021
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  • Cathy T
    Melbourne, Australia26 contributions
    2 day and night in a catamaran
    4 couples - 1 couple were family, the other 2 couples were honeymooners, from Ireland and Spain
    We had a great crew of Skipper Aaron and chef/ first mate Mael.
    Brilliant snorkeling with lots of live coral and fish.
    Spotted whales and floated beside them over both days
    Pods surrounded us during the night.
    Weather was perfect .
    Whitehaven beach and lookout is beautiful and has to be seen along with the rays and lemon reef sharks
    Review of: Luxury Yachts Whitsundays
    Written 7 August 2019
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