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The
course is a learn to sail adventure which teaches the skills
and techniques involved in sailing a yacht. Each
student will receive an Australian Yachting Federation Accredited
Competent Crew Certificate upon successful completion. The
Cruise is skippered by a qualified AYF instructor who will teach a
variety of practical and theory components involved in the sailing of a
yacht. All yachts
will be either a Jeanneay, Beneteay of Sydney 38 and comply with
department of Transport survey specifications.
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With only 6 students per cruise, personal
attention is assured. Each evening you will moor at the world famous
Hamilton Island and spend the night in your own private cabin onboard your
yacht.
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The Cruise
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Day 1
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Depart Abel Point Marina at 9:00am. Start learning the ropes in thee
World' most beautiful classroom, the Whitsundays. The nationally
accredited Competent Crew course will have you setting the sails, charting
a course and learning the finer points of handling a yacht.
Spend your
first night moored at Hamilton Island and enjoy an evening of
entertainment with the crew at the Island's fantastic bars and clubs.
Afterwards, relax in the comfort of your own private cabin onboard you
yacht.
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Day 2
- Depart Hamilton Island for another exciting day sailing the Whitsundays.
You will learn new skills such as ropework, helmsmanship, safety,
anchoring and much more.
Return to Hamilton Island
that afternoon and enjoy the resort facilities for your second night
aboard your yacht in Hamilton Marina.
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Day 3
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Set off for your final day at school, putting your new skills to the test
as you sail through the sparkling waters of the Whitsundays, then back to
Airlie Beach.
Upon your arrival at Abel
Point Marina at approx 4:00pm you will be presented with your official
Competent Crew Certificate.
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What To Bring:
A sense of fun and
adventure!, BYO drinks (no glass please), beach towel and sunhat, your
favourite music, T-shirt, shorts and swimwear, sunscreen, practical
clothing and footwear, camera and film, all in a small soft bag please.
What's Included:
- 44ft Lexan,
skipper/instructor, spectacular destinations, 9 passengers, courtesy
bus, all meals inc - morning and afternoon tea, fresh linen.
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Price:
A$499.00pp
3 Day and 2 Night Sailing Adventure:
Cruise Departs Abel Point Marina - Thursday - Monday:
9.00am.
Cruise Returns Abel Point Marina - Saturday - Wednesday:
4.00pm
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Environmental Management Fees
Prices subject to change without notice |
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For
Further Information or Bookings Please Contact:
Phone:- 07 35128100
International
:- 61 7 35128100
Fax:- 61 7 38764645

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