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BOATING & FISHING

Boating and fishing (catch and release is widely practised) are among the great recreational pastimes in Australia. The clean Australian waters contain over 4,000 marine species, making it one of the most diverse anywhere on earth.

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Mt Mulligan Lodge Experience

qualia Experience

Whale Season /n The Whitsundays

During the months of June to September you can spot these magnificent creatures in the waters around the Whitsunday islands and occasionally on the Great Barrier Reef.

Saffire Freycinet Experience

Fly Fishing At Currawong Lakes

One of Tasmania’s great wilderness properties, Currawong Lakes, provides guests at Saffire Freycinet with a premium dry fly fishing experience.

Saffire Freycinet Experience

Seafood and Sparkling Cruise

A leisurely afternoon cruise along the striking Freycinet coastline to discover the essence of Tasmania – its untamed wilderness, pristine environment and superior produce.

True North Adventure Cruises Experience

Fish With The Chef

Stand side by side with the chef of True North as you negotiate with an un-negotiable mud crab, an aerial barramundi or a marauding mackerel.

On Board Experience

Tasman Peninsula Sea Cliffs

Take an adventure boat excursion beneath the 300m high dolerite columns of Cape Pillar, Australia’s highest vertical sea cliffs, and past the monumental rock formations of Tasman Island.

qualia Experience

Hamilton /sland Race Week

Hamilton Island Race Week is one of the world’s most famous yachting events and every August, brings spectators and yachties from all around the globe for an exciting line up of on and offshore events.

On Board Experience

Davey River Gorge Adventure Boat Excursion

Float past the age-old rainforest and navigate the narrow walls of a towering, rocky gorge. This pristine river is the only major river system in Australia utterly untouched by humankind.

Bullo River Station Experience

Cruise The Bullo

When you come to Bullo, it’s only natural to spend some pleasurable hours on our namesake river. The Bullo River Gorge is a stunning location that can only be taken in from a boat. Travel through the gorge at a relaxed pace so you can decide to drop a line or just take in the scenery.

Bullo River Station Experience

Bullo River Fishing

The wild Bullo River winds 80km through the station, offering tidal and freshwater fishing. Guides are available to take novices through to professional anglers to experience some great fishing spots, off the riverbank or from a motorboat.

Bamurru Plains Experience

River Cruises

Enjoy a cruise along the Sampan Creek, spotting wildlife during the journey and enjoying sunset canapes as the light begins to fade.

Silky Oaks Lodge Experience

Great Barrier Reef Touring

There is so much to see and do on the Great Barrier Reef, from snorkelling and diving to above water activities of underwater observatories, semi-submersibles and helicopter tours.

qualia Experience

Whitsunday /slands Half and Full Day Luxury Charters

Explore the surrounding Whitsunday Islands on a private charter, snorkelling fringing coral reefs or relaxing on your own private beach.

On Board Experience

Breaksea /slands Adventure Boat Excursion

Explore the maze of sea caves and blow holes of the Breaksea Islands on a 1-hour tender excursion with On Board.

On Board Experience

/le De Phoques

Jump in the tender for a wilderness cruise around the granite islets of Ile de Phoques, taking a closer look at the hundreds of seals who call this rock home.

qualia Experience

Beach Sports

The private Pebble Beach at qualia ensures space and time to participate in plenty of activities. Take to the calm, clear water on a catamaran, stand-up paddle board, pedal board or sea kayak.

qualia Experience

Journey to Heart /sland

The ultimate adventure to the iconic Heart Reef. Fly by helicopter to the private Heart Island pontoon and snorkel in the lagoon close to the beating heart of the Great Barrier Reef.

Pretty Beach House Experience

V/P Private Pearl Farm Tour

A rare opportunity to learn about interesting and intricate details of Australian pearl farming in an immersive and fascinating hands-on experience.

qualia Experience

Sunset Cruise

Hamilton Island is known for its magical sunsets and one of the best ways to take in a Whitsundays sunset is onboard a luxury motor yacht.

Silky Oaks Lodge Experience

Daintree Rainforest /mmersions

Located adjacent to the Daintree Rainforest, Silky Oaks Lodge is an ideal base from which to explore the ancient forest via specialty guided tours on foot, by boat or four-wheel drive safari.

Lizard Island Experience

Lizard /sland Whale Migration

From July through to September Humpback Whales and Minke Whales make their migration through the outer reef to warmer waters for calving.

Capella Lodge Experience

Diving Admiralty /slands

Ranked highly as among the country’s best dive sites, the Admiralty Islands are a fascinating group of volcanic formations - home to impressive pinnacles, coral reefs and teaming with schooling fish.

On Board Experience

Engine Room Tour

Take a back-of-house tour with On Board's skipper to learn more about the state-of-the-art marine technology behind the expedition vessel's sustainable operations.

qualia Experience

Whitsunday /slands Beach Drop Offs

Travel by boat to one of many local beaches by boat to enjoy a gourmet picnic, then do a little swimming and bask in the Whitsundays sunshine.

True North Adventure Cruises Experience

Sydney Rocks New Year

One of Sydney’s best vantage points to witness the Harbour Bridge fireworks display is onboard True North for the Sydney Rocks New Year Spectacular.

On Board Experience

Lighthouses & Shipwrecks

Tasmania's south and east coasts are shores of shipwrecks and lighthouses, riddled with stories of captains and lightkeepers.

Southern Ocean Lodge Experience

Beach Fishing

The Southern Ocean offers up a bounty of glorious seafood including the fabled King George Whiting.

True North Adventure Cruises Experience

Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race

Take prime position to witness the start of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, one the world's most challenging blue water yacht races.

True North Adventure Cruises Experience

Whale Watching On The Kimberley Coast

During July-September humpback whales and other whale species become a common sight for those onboard True North when the itineraries visit the Kimberley Coast.

qualia Experience

Whitehaven Wonder

Sail to Whitehaven Beach from qualia and enjoy the incredible views across the Whitsundays, soak up the sunshine and swim at this remote and iconic Australian beach.

True North Adventure Cruises Experience

The Magnificent Rowley Shoals

The Shoals’ remoteness means that less than 500 people a year are fortunate enough to give testimony to their brilliance.

True North Adventure Cruises Experience

Marine and /sland Life

Fish, snorkel and dive the Abrolhos Islands, Ningaloo Reef and the marvellous Monte Bello Islands.

True North Adventure Cruises Experience

Waterfalls in The Kimberley

Experience the emotive beauty that accompanies the end of the wet season onboard True North's The Kimberley Waterfalls itinerary.

Mt Mulligan Lodge Experience

Kayaking At Mt Mulligan Lodge

Experience the beauty of the Mt Mulligan Lodge weir from a kayak. Gently paddling at your own pace, take-in the scenery and silence of the outback.

On Board Experience

Beach Picnic

Nothing tastes better than a gourmet picnic, prepared by Odalisque III's onboard chef, served on the foreshore of a remote harbour beach.

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