Spend three hours aboard Milady for an intimate sunset dinner sail from Airlie Beach: tropical cocktails, a two-course gourmet meal, and close-up views of the Whitsunday islands and reef. With only 12 seats, this cruise is a private way to celebrate or cap a day on the water.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Light activity — guests should be steady on their feet for boarding and moving on deck; no special fitness required.
Wildlife
History
The Whitsunday Islands lie within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, established in 1975 to protect this globally important marine ecosystem.
Conservation
Operators follow marine park rules—avoid anchoring on reef, minimize single-use plastics, and respect wildlife viewing distances to reduce impact.
Whitsunday Sailing
Whitsunday Sailing is a charter operator based in Airlie Beach, Queensland offering private sailing experiences across the Whitsunday Islands. The company operates the traditional tallship Providence V and the 54‑ft yacht MiLady to deliver a range of day sails, sunset cruises, snorkelling outings and multi‑night private charters.
Itineraries include visits to Whitehaven Beach, snorkel stops at Blue Pearl/Langford areas, half‑day sails to nearby islands and longer voyages that visit secluded beaches and sandy cays. Options are tailored to private groups, wedding parties, proposals and cruise‑ship passengers seeking shore excursions.
Providence V hosts traditional tallship experiences including dedicated sunset sails, half‑day and full‑day wedding charters and special event cruises. Select Providence V experiences feature a two‑hour romantic sunset sail with a charcuterie platter and a bottle of Moet, and a five‑hour private wedding charter including a swim, a gourmet picnic and celebratory bubbly. The Providence V sunset private charter lists capacity for up to 24 guests.
MiLady offers private yacht charters with private cabins and multi‑night options, delivering extended itineraries to iconic locations such as Whitehaven Beach and sheltered snorkeling sites. Shorter excursions suitable for cruise ship guests include a 5‑hour sail to South Molle Island (licensed bar onboard) and a 7.5‑hour intimate cruise to a sandy cay.
Food and beverage inclusions vary by trip and are specified in each itinerary. All voyages depart from Airlie Beach, Queensland and focus on private, customised sailing experiences across the Whitsunday islands.
Base
Airlie Beach, QLD
Gateway to the Whitsundays
Flagships
Providence V & MiLady
Tallship and private yacht charters
Trip Lengths
2–7.5 hours + multi‑night
Half‑day to multi‑night options
Tours Offered
22 trips
Private, wedding and bespoke sails
Secure a personalized Providence V tallship or MiLady yacht charter from Airlie Beach — enquire about dates, capacity and bespoke inclusions now.
Check in early
Arrive at Coral Sea Marina North Meeting Point B by 4:15 PM to complete check-in and enjoy the pre-boarding cocktail.
Dress in layers
Even in the tropics, evenings on the water cool quickly—bring a light jacket or wrap for the deck.
Preselect your meal
Choose your two-course main when you book to ensure dietary needs are handled and the kitchen is ready.
Bring motion-sickness remedies
If you’re prone to seasickness, take medication or use acupressure bands before boarding for a smoother evening.
Light waterproof jacket
Blocks evening spray and wind as temperatures drop after sunset.
Camera or smartphone
Capture sunset colors, island silhouettes, and plated dinner shots in low light.
Sun protection (hat & sunscreen)
Daytime sun remains strong while boarding; apply sunscreen before embarkation.
summer
Motion-sickness medication or bands
Helps ensure an enjoyable evening for anyone prone to nausea on open water.