Reefsleep — Cruise Whitsundays - Feb 2021
Watch the sun melt into the glittering Coral Sea and marvel at the galaxy of stars twinkling above on this intimate (max. 28 travellers overnight), once-in-a-lifetime overwater experience in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef. Sleep under the stars on the exclusive Reefworld pontoon at Hardy Reef, be spoiled with all-inclusive drinks and dining throughout, enjoy a convenient scenic return Whitsundays cruise from Airlie Beach to the pontoon via Hamilton Island, and experience exclusive access to the reef at sunset after the day-trippers return to shore.
Reefworld is located approximately 39 nautical miles off the shore of Airlie Beach. Port of Airlie is located on Airlie Beach’s Coral Sea Marina, approximately five minutes’ drive from the city centre. Fly into Proserpine Airport (Whitsunday Coast, PPP) or Hamilton Island Airport (HTI). Return Whitsundays Cruise transfers are included in your package, departing from Port of Airlie and stopping via Hamilton Island (see Fine Print for scheduled departure times).
Please visit the Reefsleep webpage for the most up-to-date departure and return times. Please note: return times refer to the time the vessel arrives back at the mainland/island. Port of Airlie coach transfers are available for a surcharge per person.
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Exclusive Reefworld — Reefleep in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef
There are few better places to stargaze than onboard Reefworld — and from this spectacular floating pontoon, you’ll have a front-row seat to the Coral Sea sunset and the watery wonderland of the Great Barrier Reef.
Moored at Hardy Reef, 39 nautical miles from Airlie Beach, Reefworld feels like it’s perched on the glittering edge of the world. The Whitsunday Islands are mere dots in the distance and when the day-trippers return to shore, it becomes a secluded oasis that is exclusively yours, with max. 28 travellers staying onboard overnight.
The Ultimate Reefsleep Experience — A Whitsundays cruise, stargazing and snorkelling the reef
Breathtaking marine life and kaleidoscopic coral reef, extreme stargazing and snorkelling through the translucent waters of one of Australia’s most natural gifts, this overnight escape affords the ultimate Great Barrier Reef experience.
Your stay begins with an unforgettable cruise through the majestic Whitsundays — keep an eye out for migrating humpback whales between July and September — en route to Hardy Reef. Out in the crystal-clear reef, you can swim and snorkel through this underwater paradise, enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime semi-submarine experience and descend into the underwater observatory.
After the day-trippers return to shore, drink in the mesmerising sunset views with a welcome cocktail, share dinner with your intimate group of passengers and enjoy uninterrupted vistas of the star-swept skies from your Reefbed on the pontoon’s top level — it’s just you, the ocean and a galaxy of stars here.
Dawn on the reef is peaceful and unhurried, with time to enjoy a snorkel before breakfast — the reef is exclusively yours — or return to the underwater observatory to watch the reef come to life. After lunch, your Cruise Whitsundays vessel returns you to the mainland.
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Your Handpicked Inclusions — All-inclusive drinks and dining with daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
Savour the true taste of the tropics with all-inclusive dining and drinks, including beer and wine, throughout this bucket list-worthy escape. Over two days and one night, you’ll be treated to a welcome sunset cocktail handcrafted by the onboard bartender (beer, wine and soft drink also available), two morning and afternoon teas featuring the likes of Australian oysters and Whitsundays wild prawns for that post-snorkel pick-me-up, two lunches and one dinner.
Breakfast and dinner are decadent affairs, served alfresco on the deck overlooking the otherworldly beauty of the Coral Sea. Cruise Whitsundays — Journey Beyond will reach out in the week prior to the cruise to enquire about your beer and wine preferences (subject to availability).
Dinner will feature several courses, which could include citrus-cured king salmon, Moreton Bay bug and mini pork tacos, alongside Hervey Bay scallops or mini vegan burgers. The menu changes accordingly to seasonality and availability. One thing is for sure, every dining experience will set your tastebuds alight.
- Semi-submarine
- Underwater observatory
- Two decks
- Snorkelling equipment
- Optional tours and experiences
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Valid for travel until 1 February 2022 (bookings must be made before 1 December 2021).
Blackout Dates Apply. Dates are identified in the Booking Calendar.
Environmental Management Charge: The Environmental Management Charge is included in your package and does not need to be paid directly to Cruise Whitsundays.
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Transfer departure times are as follows:
- PORT OF AIRLIE: Departure 8am / Return 6.25pm
- DAYDREAM ISLAND: Departure 7.50am / Return 5.50pm
- HAMILTON ISLAND: Departure 9am / Return 5pm
Please Note:
- All guests must be aged eight years and over.
- Optional experiences are not included and are payable directly to Cruise Whitsundays Journey Beyond.
- Journey Beyond will reach out in the week prior to the cruise to enquire about your beer and wine preferences (subject to availability).
- Menus are subject to change without notice.
The property, facilities and dining are subject to government regulations and restrictions. Please check the property website for the most up-to-date information as some of the services may be impacted.
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