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Whitsundays Day Sail, Snorkel and Dive - Illusions 2

Join us for a day of Whitsundays sailing aboard Illusions 2 and see why past customers have said we are the best day cruise in the Whitsundays!

Highlights

  • Small group numbers (max. 20 guests)
  • Guaranteed more snorkel time than any other vessel in the Whitsundays!
  • Perfect layout on the deck for sunbathing
  • Scuba Dive options
  • Accomodation pick up and drop off

Join us for a day of Whitsundays sailing aboard Illusions 2 and see why past customers have said we are the best day cruise in the Whitsundays!

Illusions has been operating in the Whitsundays for over 20 years. Illusions has been owned and operated by Josef since 2004 doing the same trip for all that time, to Blue Pearl Bay on Hayman Island and Langford Reef. This gives you the best experienced crew to help you get the most from your day.

A day aboard Illusions 2 features:

  • Small number of passengers, maximum 20, so room for all to sit
  • Relaxed areas for lying down and sunbathing. 45% of the vessel is covered to give you protection and shelter from wind, rain and sun
  • We can guarantee 100% that you will spend more time snorkelling than any other day vessel in the Whitsundays
  • We are not a racing vessel, or claim to be the fastest boat, but we can say we are the most relaxing. Being a stable catamaran you can even make a cup of tea while we are under sail.

    We give you the choice of great snorkelling and the opportunity to have a go at a beginners dive. But if you are a certified diver we will give you a memorable dive in the Whitsunday.

    We conduct these dives with an emphasis on 100% safety, conducted by us, not contracted

    out as some boats do.

    Both of the crew are qualified skippers and two of the most experienced dive instructors in the area, with a combined total of 10,000 dives between them.

    We are not a fishing boat but from time to time we do drop in a line and have caught some decent size fish at times.

    Things to note:

  • Pick up: 7am
  • Depart: 7.30am approx.
  • Sailing to one of the best snorkelling and dive spots in the world, Blue Pearl Bay on Hayman Island and then snorkel with turtles at Langford Island
  • Return: 3.30 to 4.00pm
  • What’s included:

  • Full snorkel gear (mask, snorkel, fins, noodles and life jackets if required)
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  • Diving equipment is supplied
  • Morning, afternoon tea and lunch
  • Free tap water is available
  • Courtesy bus pick up and drop off
  • Please note that we have limited spaces for diving. We operate on a first in, first served basis. Please identify when booking in the special requests if you are wanting to dive, and if you are a certified or intro diver. We will do our best to accomodate your request.

    Also available:

  • Stinger Suits: free, Wetsuits: $10
  • To Buy at competitive prices: soft drinks and alcohol (fully licensed – do not bring your own)
  • Scuba diving – Introductory dive $75, Certified dive $70, Second dive $50
  • What to bring:

    Sunscreen (preferable reefsafe), hat and towel, wind breaker/jacket (highly recommended but we do have some available on the vessel), water bottle, cash or credit card for extras (eftpos available on board)

    Trip depars: North end of Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach

    Please do not bring bananas on the boat…..they are bad luck!

    Price: $165 Adult, $85 Child (4-14), $50 Infant (0-3), $440 Family (2a+2c)

    Child 4-14 years $85.00
    Infant 0-3 years $50.00
    Family $440.00
    Trip plus 1 Certified Dive $240.00
    Trip plus 1 Introductory Dive $245.00

    Duration

    • The duration of this experience is 1 days

    Available Bookings from March 02 to March 08

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    10spaces priced from:

    • Adult$85.00
    • Child 4-14 years$85.00
    • Infant 0-3 years$50.00
    • Family$440.00

    12spaces priced from:

    • Adult$120.00
    • Child 4-14 years$85.00
    • Infant 0-3 years$50.00
    • Family$440.00

    11spaces priced from:

    • Adult$120.00
    • Child 4-14 years$85.00
    • Infant 0-3 years$50.00
    • Family$440.00

    12spaces priced from:

    • Adult$85.00
    • Child 4-14 years$85.00
    • Infant 0-3 years$50.00
    • Family$440.00

    6spaces priced from:

    • Adult$85.00
    • Child 4-14 years$85.00
    • Infant 0-3 years$50.00
    • Family$440.00

    10spaces priced from:

    • Trip plus 1 Certified Dive$165.00
    • Trip plus 1 Introductory Dive$165.00

    10spaces priced from:

    • Trip plus 1 Certified Dive$165.00
    • Trip plus 1 Introductory Dive$165.00

    10spaces priced from:

    • Trip plus 1 Certified Dive$165.00
    • Trip plus 1 Introductory Dive$165.00

    10spaces priced from:

    • Trip plus 1 Certified Dive$165.00
    • Trip plus 1 Introductory Dive$165.00

    10spaces priced from:

    • Trip plus 1 Certified Dive$165.00
    • Trip plus 1 Introductory Dive$165.00

    Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

    Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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    Wolfgang from Germany wrote on 31 December 2019

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    Großartiger Tag mit Naomi und Josef

    Wir hatten die Tour ganz spontan gebucht und sind auf die Illussion 2 gekommen, weil wir was kleineres wollten als die grossen Touristenboote. Das Abholen am morgen hat super funktioniert und auch der Rücktransport am Abend war super und vor allem persönlich. Der Tag auf dem Katermeran war spitze und auch die Schorchelpunkte waren toll: bunte Fische, Schildkröten, Delphine... Das Riff um die Whitsundays ist nach dem Tropensturm war größtenteils zerstört, befindet sich jedoch wieder im Wachstum, was toll zu sehen ist. Das Essen war super und auch die Getränkepreise an Bord sind fair. Alles im allem ein spitzen Tag. Vielen Dank.

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    Rolf Boddenberg from Germany wrote on 03 October 2019

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    Wunderschöner Tag an Bord der Illusions 2

    Wir hatten einen wunderschönen Tag an Bord der Illusions 2. Unser Skipper Joseph und Naomi haben uns zum Blue Perl Beach gebracht, wo wir schnorcheln konnten und viele Fische gesehen haben. Dann ging es weiter zu einem anderen Strand, wo wir Schildkröten sehen sollten. Wir hatten Pech, andere an Bord haben aber tatsächlich Schildkröten gesehen. An Bord wurden wir sehr herzlich von Naomi betreut. Das Essen war lecker, die Ausrüstung in Ordnung und tolle Gäste mit an Bord. Der Skipper hatte viele Geschichten zu erzählen und hat in seinem Leben schon viel erlebt. Wir könnend den Ausflug sehr empfehlen.

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    Melanie from Germany wrote on 19 July 2019

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    Schöner Ausflug

    Naomi und Joseph sind toll. Direkt nach der Buchung kam ein Anruf, wann und wo wir abgeholt werden. Wir konnten uns frei auf der illusion2 bewegen. Es gab Wasser, Tee und Kaffee die ganze Zeit. Nach dem ersten Schnorchelgang gab es eine Tassensuppe. Uns hat das Schnorcheln und Tauchen sehr gut gefallen. Allerdings würde ich beim nächsten mal meinen eigenen Schnorchel mitbringen. Nach dem zweiten Halt an einer Sandbank gab es das Lunch. Selbstgemachte Salate, Obst und aufgeschnittenes Fleisch. Alles sehr lecker. Vielen Dank an beide. Josephs Humor ist großartig

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    Kristin Gounder from Australia wrote on 17 July 2019

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    Gounder Gang

    Beautiful relaxing day with excellent snorkeling opportunity. We had both snorkeling spots to our selves!! Kids loved it and our hosts were lovely.

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    Chris Starkie from United Kingdom wrote on 25 September 2019

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    Illusions day tour

    Josef and Naomi provided a beautiful, informative and inclusive day out, suitable for adults and children alike. The catamaran is a serene way to explore the seas and islands that are included as part of the tour. We smorkelled and added introductory scuba diving, both have been the most educational and fun dives we have done so far. So much so that we are looking I to becoming certified. The tour itself was great, Naomi and Josef are highly knowledgeable, friendly and great with kids. Would do it all over again. Thanks guys

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