Atlantic Clipper

2-Night Social Sail, Ages 18–35 · Airlie Beach

4.9 / 5 | GuestTours Rating
2 days, 2 nights
Departs Tue, Thu and Sat
54 guests
Aged 18 to 35, 6 crew
34 metres
The largest sailing boat in the Whitsundays
From $799
per person, twin share
Our Review

Atlantic Clipper Review

Atlantic Clipper is the biggest sailing boat in the Whitsundays, with 54 guests aged 18 to 35 on a two-night trip. It has two waterslides, a 12-person heated spa and air-conditioned cabins. The route covers Hill Inlet Lookout, Whitehaven Beach and reef snorkelling, with a white-themed sunset evening on the beach.

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GuestTours Verdict
GuestTours award: Best Overall. GuestTours rating: 4.9 / 5.
Atlantic Clipper
2-Night Social Sail, Ages 18–35 · Airlie Beach
4.9 / 5 GuestTours Rating
Atlantic Clipper
Shared cabin
Guest
18 to 35 years, photo ID checked at boarding
$799
Also bookable
Private double or twin cabin
per person
$887
Options & Prices

Shared and private cabins on Atlantic Clipper

Shared cabin

From $799 per person

Bed in an air-conditioned cabin with 2, 3 or 4 beds. Departs 2:30pm, back 11:45am on day 3. Departs Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Private double or twin cabin

From $887 per person

Shared-cabin fare plus the private cabin upgrade (from $88 per person). Departs 2:30pm, back 11:45am on day 3. Departs Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Fares are from prices. True Blue Sailing publishes seasonal pricing, and we confirm the fare for your date when you book.

Inclusions

What your fare covers

  • Two nights on board in an air-conditioned cabin, with fresh linen
  • All meals, morning tea and afternoon snacks
  • Snorkel gear, stinger suits and flotation devices
  • Waterslides, the heated spa and paddleboards
  • Whitehaven Beach and the guided walk to Hill Inlet Lookout
  • Snorkelling at Great Barrier Reef Marine Park sites
  • National park fees
Who It's For

Is Atlantic Clipper right for you?

Great fit
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Solo travellers
Fifty-four guests aged 18 to 35 means you will not be short of company.
Great fit
✅
Groups of friends
Waterslides, a spa, paddleboards and a jump platform keep the days busy.
Great fit
✅
First-timers to the Whitsundays
Hill Inlet, Whitehaven Beach and the reef all happen on day two.
Look elsewhere
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Anyone over 35 or under 18
The trip is designed for 18 to 35, and under 18s are refused boarding.
Look elsewhere
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Couples wanting quiet
This is the biggest and most social boat in the region. Whitsunday Blue takes eight.
Your Day

How the day runs

Sample itinerary from True Blue Sailing. Every trip depends on weather and tides.

Day 1, 2:30 PM
Depart Coral Sea Marina
Sail to Bauer Bay at South Molle Island for a swim, the waterslides and the spa, then on to Hook Passage for the night.
Day 1, evening
Sunset and dinner
Hot showers, a freshly cooked dinner, music and games on board.
Day 2, morning
Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach
Anchor at Tongue Bay, walk up to Hill Inlet Lookout, then time on Whitehaven Beach.
Day 2, afternoon
Snorkel and water toys
Buffet lunch, snorkelling at the reef, then waterslides, paddleboards and the spa.
Day 2, sunset
White party on the beach
Bring a white outfit for sunset drinks at Langford Island. Lights out at midnight.
Day 3, 11:45 AM
Back in Airlie Beach
A last swim or snorkel in the morning, then sail back to the marina.
Practical Information

Before you go

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Departure point
Coral Sea Marina (South End), Airlie Beach
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Departure days
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, usually around 2:30pm. The exact time changes with the tides and is on your boarding pass.
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Return
Thursday, Saturday and Monday at around 11:45am
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Age
Strictly 18+, photo ID checked at boarding. The trip is designed for 18 to 35.
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Group size
Up to 54 guests and 6 crew
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Cabins
21 air-conditioned cabins with 2, 3 or 4 beds. Private double and twin cabins cost extra.
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Alcohol
BYO, up to 40 standard drinks per person. No glass and no red wine.
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Luggage
Small soft bag only. Suitcases and large backpacks stay on the mainland.
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Mobility
Stairs between decks and no wheelchair-accessible toilet, so not suitable for wheelchair users.
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Cancellation
Free cancellation until 14 days before departure. Within 14 days the full fare is lost.
Full Review

The full review

This is the boat most backpackers have heard about before they reach Airlie Beach. Fifty-four people between 18 and 35 means you will not be short of company, and the crew keep the days busy with the slides, the spa and the paddleboards between stops.

It is not a party boat, and True Blue Sailing say so themselves. The second day belongs to Hill Inlet, Whitehaven Beach and the reef, and the evenings are social rather than wild, with lights out at midnight. For a trip this social it is also comfortable, with air-conditioned cabins and five hot showers.

No other boat combines this many facilities with the full Whitsunday route for the travellers who book it most, which is why it is our Best Overall. If you want quiet nights or a small group, it is the wrong choice. Look at Prosail or Whitsunday Blue instead.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Atlantic Clipper FAQs

From $799 per person, twin share, for 2 days and 2 nights. A private double or twin cabin costs from $88 per person extra. True Blue Sailing prices by season, so we confirm the fare for your date when you book.
No. The operator describes it as a social, experience-based sailing trip. The days are about Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and the reef, and the evenings are social, with a white-themed sunset on the beach and lights out at midnight.
The overnight trips are strictly 18+ and photo ID is checked when you board. Guests under 18 are refused boarding without a refund. The trip is designed for 18 to 35.
Up to 54 guests and 6 crew, including a Master Reef Guide.
Atlantic Clipper is 34 metres (111 feet) long and spread over three levels. True Blue Sailing calls it the largest sailing boat in the Whitsundays.
It departs Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, usually around 2:30pm from Coral Sea Marina (South End), and returns Thursday, Saturday and Monday at around 11:45am. Times change with the tides.
Yes. Every trip visits Whitehaven Beach and the walk up to Hill Inlet Lookout.
Yes, it is BYO. The limit is 40 standard drinks per person, roughly 30 cans, 4 litres of wine or 1.5 litres of spirits. No glass and no red wine.
There are 21 air-conditioned cabins with 2, 3 or 4 beds, and fresh linen is provided. Most guests share. Private double and twin cabins are limited.
Yes. Five hot showers and seven toilets.
Two nights on board, all meals and snacks, snorkel gear, stinger suits, the waterslides, spa and paddleboards, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout, the reef snorkel sites and national park fees.
No. Bring a small soft bag. Suitcases can be stored at The Travel Shop, 344 Shute Harbour Road, for $10 per day.
Yes, if you tell us when you book. A $10 surcharge applies for some diets, such as vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free. Meals are prepared in a shared galley.
You can cancel free of charge until 14 days before departure. Within 14 days the full fare is lost. If the operator cancels for safety reasons, you get a full refund.
Atlantic Clipper
2-Night Social Sail, Ages 18–35 · Airlie Beach
4.9 / 5 GuestTours Rating
Atlantic Clipper
Shared cabin
Guest
18 to 35 years, photo ID checked at boarding
$799
Also bookable
Private double or twin cabin
per person
$887
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