Australia / New Zealand

“BEAUTIFUL ONE DAY, PERFECT THE NEXT”

GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIA
The Great Barrier Reef of Australia is the largest living organism on earth.  Vision 1200 miles of coral cays, lush islands, natural parklands, golden sandy beaches, exotic creatures, a kaleidoscope of brilliant fish … Australia is home to natural wonders found nowhere else on the globe!

The weather is always warm, waters clear and the locals friendly.  Lizard Island in the north is known for some of the best game fishing in the world.  Other islands and coral cays of the Barrier Reef offer the cruising yachtsman unsurpassed diving and snorkeling.  In a day you can expect to see dozens of colorful reef fish, mollusks and sponges as you swim through forests of soft and hard coral.  Clams grow to 500 pounds, anemones can measure up to four feet across and starfish are electric blue!  Protected parks attract thousands of migratory birds and nesting turtles.

WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA
Cradled between the Great Barrier Reef and the Queensland coast lie the lush green Whitsunday Islands… sometimes described as “The Greatest Aquatic Playground on Earth”.  Of the 74 Islands in the Whitsunday group, only a few are inhabited.  Charter guests enjoy outstanding sailing conditions, white sandy beaches, abundant seafood, incredible marine life and breathtaking natural beauty.

BAY OF ISLANDS, NEW ZEALAND
In New Zealand, the Bay of Islands beckons.  Situated in the subtropical north, these 150 islands offer some of the worlds finest cruising.  There is a freshness about this area … Clean clear waters, stunning white sandy beaches, and dolphins cavorting nearby. The relaxed sailor will enjoy day after day of superb cruising in these pristine, unspoiled islands.