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MANDRAKE 2 day 2 night

MANDRAKE 2 day 2 night

  • Explore iconic islands, snorkel vibrant reefs, and experience the Whitsundays the way it was meant to be seen — by sail.

    Small groups. Epic scenery. Zero rush.

    a small-group adventure yacht designed for intentional travel, real reef connection, and slow exploration.

    This is sailing the way it was meant to be: fewer people, more time, and a deeper connection to place.

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Because the reef deserves more than a drive-by.

Mandrake is a purpose-built adventure yacht — stable, comfortable, and perfectly suited to small-group sailing in the Whitsundays.

With just 12 guests onboard, every trip feels personal. Conversations are easier, moments feel shared, and guests often leave feeling like they’ve been part of something special — not just another tour.

This is eco-tourism done properly: real experiences, real contribution, real connection.

The Mandrake Experience

Quick Details:

Duration: 2 Days / 2 Nights

  • Departs: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays at 11:30am

  • Returns: Monday, Thursday & Saturday mornings
    (Estimated 8:00–9:00am — timing may vary due to weather & tides)

  • Ages: 12+ recommended

  • Capacity: 12 guests + 2 crew

  • Style: Relaxed adventure • eco-minded • small-group sailing

Mandrake is about slowing down, getting hands-on, and travelling with intention. With just 12 guests onboard, you’ll experience the Whitsundays without crowds — and with purpose.

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MANDRAKE EXPERIENCE

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  • All guests meet at:
    Meeting Point C — Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach @ 11.30am

    Located under the large umbrellas beside the marina village buildings.

  • Mandrake offers cozy, shared cabin-style bunks below deck, designed for a comfortable night’s rest after days spent swimming, sailing, and exploring.

    Fresh bedding is provided, along with indoor and outdoor spaces to relax and unwind.

    • Freshly prepared meals onboard (dietary needs catered for)

    • Snorkelling gear, wetsuits & stinger suits

    • National Park & Marine Park fees

    • Reef monitoring activity and learning resources

    • Drinking water, tea & coffee

Cruise the Whitsundays

Step aboard Mandrake and sail through turquoise waters into the heart of the Whitsunday Islands. Over two nights, you’ll experience the region’s most iconic natural highlights:

  • Walk the world-famous Whitehaven Beach

  • Visit the swirling sands of Hill Inlet Lookout

  • Snorkel vibrant Great Barrier Reef fringing reefs

  • Spot turtles, rays, reef fish and giant clams

  • Learn how we monitor and protect reef health through the Eye on the Reef program

Snorkel locations vary with conditions to ensure the best experience and reef protection. Sites may include Stonehaven, Manta Ray Bay, Blue Pearl Bay, Butterfly Bay, or quiet coral gardens teeming with life.

Onboard, you’re welcome to help hoist sails and learn basic sailing skills — or simply relax on deck and take it all in.

Evenings are slow and special: golden sunsets, shared meals, stargazing, and the gentle sway of the ocean.

This is the Whitsundays — without the rush.

Protect the Reef While You Explore

Mandrake isn’t just a sailing trip — it’s a chance to actively contribute to protecting the Great Barrier Reef.

Our crew are trained through the Eye on the Reef program, in partnership with the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. During your snorkeling sessions, you’ll be gently guided through:

  • Identifying coral species and reef health indicators

  • Spotting and recording turtles, rays, fish and other marine life

  • Understanding how tides, temperature and conditions affect reef ecosystems

  • Contributing observations to real conservation data

Using simple, guest-friendly tools, you’ll help log what you see — supporting long-term reef monitoring and protection efforts.

Eco-tourism made meaningful. Every guest makes an impact.

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GALLERY

A white sailboat with sails unfurled, sailing on calm blue ocean water, with a smaller boat nearby, and a lush green island and mountains in the background under partly cloudy sky.
Aerial view of a coastal area with white sandy beaches, turquoise water, and green islands, with boats anchored near the shore and mountains in the background.
A sailboat with people on board floating on calm ocean water during sunset with pink, orange, and purple clouds in the sky.
An aerial view of a white sailboat with people on board sailing in the ocean, with a small inflatable dinghy attached by a line.
Person in a wetsuit and snorkeling gear underwater, making an OK hand signal with both hands, surrounded by fish and bubbles.
Underwater photo of a sea turtle swimming towards the camera with sunlight visible from above.

ECO TOURISM MADE COOL

ECO TOURISM MADE COOL