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Australia - Learn to Sail
These courses provide you with the exciting opportunity to learn to sail in Australia’s premier sailing ground, the tropical sailing paradise of the Whitsunday Islands. Not only will you learn a new skill, or add to any previous experience you may all ready have, you will enjoy the fun of cruising, swimming and snorkelling in The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
The CoursesOur sailing school, an accredited Yachting Australia training centre, has been operating in this area for over ten years and provides a personalised service and training excellence.
All courses begin on-land at Airlie Beach’s Abel Point Marina. Here there will be an in-depth orientation and safety briefing before heading out onto the tropical waters.
There are three courses available to you depending on your previous experience or qualifications. All three courses are available for either 6 days/5 nights or 13 days/12 nights.
- International Crew Certificate: Beginner (no previous experience required)
- International Bareboat Watch keeper: Intermediate (pre-requisite is Competent/International Crew and/or approx 6-11 days prior sailing experience on cruising yachts)
- International Bareboat Captain: Advanced (pre-requisite is Competent/International Crew and/or approx 12-18 days prior sailing experience on cruising yachts)
If you wish to take command of your own yacht or charter a small yacht with friends or family this certificate of excellence will enable you to do so safely and confidently.
LocationWhitsunday Islands, on the East Coast of Australia half way between Cairns and Brisbane.
Accommodation and Meals
Throughout the duration of your course you will live aboard the sailing vessel. The yacht sleeps a maximum of six students, 1 skipper, you will be the crew. You will be in shared cabins with shared bathrooms facilities and linen will be provided. Three meals per day will be prepared for you.
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Programme Overview
Duration & Price: 6 days/5 nights £499, 13 day/12 nights £999
How to book & pay:
Secure with £195 deposit. The balance is due 12 wks before departure.
What is included?
One of the above courses
Instructor/Student ratio of 1:6
Safety briefing
Onboard accommodation
All meals whilst onboard
Safety equipment
Syllabus notes & log book
Course completion certificate |
What is not included?
Flights
Visa
Travel Insurance
Transport to Airlie Beach
Alcoholic beverages
$33 AUD Marine/National Parks Fees |
Programme Summary:
Our sailing courses are the perfect way to learn an exciting new skill, or a chance to improve your current sailing ability.
Other Australia Gap Year Packages
Start dates: Courses start on a Monday and finish on a Saturday.
Australia Travel Advice:
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