The experiences are endless when cruising the waters of Australia. With over 25,000 kilometres of coastline, offering some of the world’s most spectacular waters, the options are only limited by your sense of adventure.

Choose your style, from a sailing adventure on a 72 foot schooner in the stunning waters of the Whitsundays, to a tranquil paddlesteamer cruise on the mighty Murray River, maybe snorkeling or diving the Great Barrier Reef is more your speed.

Soak up the lights of Sydney Harbour on a two night weekend escape or indulge your senses by experiencing the remote and rugged Kimberley coastline. These are just a taste of all that’s on offer. Cruising, expedition style, gives you the opportunities to really discover and explore untouched regions and extraordinary heritage. Papua New Guinea, with departures from Cairns and the Kimberley region of Western Australia provide incredible raw canvases to paint a perfect cruising holiday.

Take the helm as skipper on board your own ‘bareboat’ and sail the idyllic, calm waters of The Whitsundays, home to stunning island retreats and offering some of the world’s safest and most spectacular sailing waters. Feel the tension and stress of the ‘daily grind’ melt away, as you drift just metres above beautiful coral cays – a paradise for snorkelling and scuba diving. Drop anchor and explore the underwater playground below, or go ashore for a sunset walk along one of the uninhabited island beaches.

If you’re looking for a more relaxed option, sit back and let someone else do all the work for you on a crewed sailing charter. Close your eyes and feel the warmth of a sun-drenched wooden deck beneath your feet, as the sail ropes melodically rap against the mast above, on board one of the many classic sailing boats of a bygone era. Whatever your budget, whatever your timeframe, you’ll find the choice of cruising and sailing options are endless on the rivers and oceans of Australia.