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ADVENTURE Sailing CRUISING CALENDaR 2024

Sydney to Gold Coast 2024

Gold Coast - Airlie Beach Whitsundays 2024

Gold Coast - Airlie Beach Whitsundays 2024

7 days approx. 400 Nautical Miles

Suits: Beginners

Plan subject to weather: Briefing and training in Sydney, Newcastle Hbr, Port Macquarie, Coffs Bhr, Ballina, Southport Yacht Club.

Date: June 1st to 7th, 2024

Crew Places: 3 or 4

Cost per person: $1,900 or $3,420 for a couple sharing a cabin

Call for more details 0447 645 321 or email salty@saltyboathire.com or book  now

Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Islands

Gold Coast - Airlie Beach Whitsundays 2024

Gold Coast - Airlie Beach Whitsundays 2024

Gold Coast - Airlie Beach Whitsundays 2024

11 days approx. 600 Nautical Miles

Suits: Beginners

Plan subject to weather: Briefing and training Gold Coast, Mooloolaba, Tin Can Bay, Fraser Island,  Hervey Bay, Lady Musgave Isl. or Gladstone Hbr. Yeppoon Marina or Pearl Bay, Marble Is. , Middle Percy Is., Mackay Hbr, Thomas Isl, Airlie.

Date: July 1st to 11th, 2024

Crew Places: 3 or 4

Cost per person: $2,900 or $5,290 for a couple sharing a cabin.

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Percy Island Group

Whitsundays Cruise 2024

Gold Coast - Airlie Beach Whitsundays 2024

Airlie Beach to Gladstone 2024

6 days approx. Low intensity sailing holiday. Cruise subject to weather from Airlie to Whitsunday Is., Hamilton Is., Whitehaven Beach, Hayman Island, Hook Isl. and return to Airlie.

Suits: Beginners

Date: July 15 to 21, 2024 or July 29th to August 4th, 2024

Crew Places: 3 or 4

Cost per person: $2,400 or $4,320 for a couple sharing a cabin.

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Percy Island Group

Airlie Beach to Gladstone 2024

Airlie Beach to Gladstone 2024

Airlie Beach to Gladstone 2024

6 days approx. 300 Nautical Miles

Suits: Those with some experience

Plan subject to weather: Briefing and training Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Mackay, Percy Isl, Yeppoon, Gladstone.

Date: September 6th to 11th 2024

Crew Places: 3 or 4

Cost per person: $1,900 or $3,420 for a couple sharing a cabin.

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Lady Elliot Island

Gladstone to Gold Coast 2024

Airlie Beach to Gladstone 2024

Gladstone to Gold Coast 2024

6 days approx. 300 Nautical Miles

Suits: Those with some experience

Plan subject to weather: Training and briefing Gladstone Hbr, Lady Musgrave, Fraser Island, Mooloolaba Hbr, Southport Yacht Club

Date: September 12th to 17th 2024

Crew Places: 3 or 4

Cost per person: $1,900 or $3,420 for a couple sharing a cabin.

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Barrenjoey Lighthouse, Broken Bay NSW

Gold Coast to Sydney 2024

Airlie Beach to Gladstone 2024

Gladstone to Gold Coast 2024

6 days approx. 400 Nautical Miles

Suits: Beginners

Plan subject to weather: Briefing and training Southport, Ballina, Coffs Hbr, Port Macquarie, Newcastle, Sydney.

Date: September 21st to 26th 2024

Crew Places: 3 or 4

Cost per person:: $1,900 or $3,420 for a couple sharing a cabin.

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ADVENTURE racing CALENDaR 2024

Airlie Beach Race Week Whitsundays 2024

10 days of training and racing

Suits: Those with some experience

Date: August 6th to 15th, 2024

Crew Places: 5

Cost per person: $2,900 plus accommodation ashore if required.

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Hamilton Island Race Week 2024

9 days of training and racing

Suits: Those with some experience

Date: August 16th to 24th 2024

Crew Places: 5

Cost per person: $2,900 plus accommodation ashore if required.

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About Us

Joe

Tommy

Tommy

  Joe is an Aero Nautical Engineer and Australian Marine Safety Authority master < 24m, ocean navigator and very experience mariner. He has cruised and raced throughout the world. Joe has competed in 12 Sydney to Hobart Races, multiple Hamilton Island and Queensland events. Joe has been teaching sailing for over 2 decades and was principa

  Joe is an Aero Nautical Engineer and Australian Marine Safety Authority master < 24m, ocean navigator and very experience mariner. He has cruised and raced throughout the world. Joe has competed in 12 Sydney to Hobart Races, multiple Hamilton Island and Queensland events. Joe has been teaching sailing for over 2 decades and was principal of Australia's largest sailing schools and CEO of the worlds most prestigious yacht clubs.

Tommy

Tommy

Tommy

 Tommy is a qualified Australian Marine Safety Authority Coxswain.  As an ardent traveler he enjoys sailing here or overseas and in particular the Mediterranean having raced in the Swan Cup in Sardinia and St Tropez in the South of France. Attaining a Master of Commerce and Logistics from Sydney University and working in the senior corpor

 Tommy is a qualified Australian Marine Safety Authority Coxswain.  As an ardent traveler he enjoys sailing here or overseas and in particular the Mediterranean having raced in the Swan Cup in Sardinia and St Tropez in the South of France. Attaining a Master of Commerce and Logistics from Sydney University and working in the senior corporate positions in Sydney, Tommy now focuses solely on Salty Sydney Harbour.  

Blue Moon Beneteau 40.7

Blue Moon Beneteau 40.7

Blue Moon Beneteau 40.7

Since the launch of Bruce Farr’s design in 1999, nearly 700 Beneteau First 40.7s have been built.  

One reason for the Beneteau First 40.7’s success is its versatility as a cruiser-racer. The six-winch cockpit layout works well for crewed and short-handed sailing. Lines are led aft to the coach roof and there is plenty of space for the cre

Since the launch of Bruce Farr’s design in 1999, nearly 700 Beneteau First 40.7s have been built.  

One reason for the Beneteau First 40.7’s success is its versatility as a cruiser-racer. The six-winch cockpit layout works well for crewed and short-handed sailing. Lines are led aft to the coach roof and there is plenty of space for the crew.

Under power the boat shows excellent and positive handling characteristics.

   Blue Moon has a large and modern cockpit seating area. There is a large sun awning / bimini.  

Interior of Blue Moon

Blue Moon Beneteau 40.7

Blue Moon Beneteau 40.7

Two straight saloon settees, a triangular berth forward and identical twin aft cabins.  The Beneteau’s wider beam allows slightly more space below.  The forward cabin has below-berth stowage. The head (toilet) is to starboard has adequate headroom to shower in comfort.  A hanging locker in each cabin and good high ­level lockers in the sa

Two straight saloon settees, a triangular berth forward and identical twin aft cabins.  The Beneteau’s wider beam allows slightly more space below.  The forward cabin has below-berth stowage. The head (toilet) is to starboard has adequate headroom to shower in comfort.  A hanging locker in each cabin and good high ­level lockers in the saloon above the settees. The nav station has a big, forward-facing chart table and enough space for traditional navigation.  Full pressured hot and cold water is available in the galley. There is a large fridge to take all drinks and food plus plenty of cutlery and crockery available. There is a gas oven and cooktop. 

what you will learn and experience

Living aboard a yacht

Living aboard a yacht

Living in a confined space can be challenging. a focus on cleanliness, organisation is balanced by the needs of dealing with nature, unforeseen circumstances and safety and health issues.

Meet and get to know others from different walks of life and experience levels.

Safety at Sea

Living aboard a yacht

Safety is paramount. Crew are trained to use all safety equipment aboard like safety harnesses, inflatable life jackets, personal EPIRB, protective clothing. You will be taught how to handle fires, evacuations, medical issues, man overboard and storm situations. We conduct regular radio communications with marine authorities along the coast.

Sailing technique

All aspects of basic to advanced sailing is covered. This includes helming the yacht, sail trim, use of ropes and rope handling, sail reefing, tacking, gybing and spinnaker use are practiced.

You will be taught to understand the wind and how it effects the yacht in calm to storm conditions.


Navigation

The yacht is equipped with GPS and Chart plotter, crew will be trained in the use of compass bearings, chart plotting and position. We will commit to sun sights using sextant and electronic tables (weather permitting). We will find the star constellations and track their positions like the ancient mariners.

Port Entries

Repairs and maintenance

Port entry and bar crossings. Port stops allow guests to experience the safety, navigational, marina berthing or anchoring protocols. We enjoy coming ashore for a well earned shower and meal at the marina!

Repairs and maintenance

Repairs and maintenance

Engine checks, rigging checks, rope and sail repairs are taught aboard. We will train you on ropework, knots, basic equipment servicing, check of electronics, battery health and charging. We will monitor use of fuel and water for safety and comfort.

Photo Gallery

Franko at the helm off Byron Bay 2023 trip
Tara G at the helm 2023 near Gold Coast
Tara and Thomas off Byron Bay 2023
Sailing inside of the Evans Head Reefs
Off Coffs Harbour 2023
Off Port Stephens 2023
Bundaberg Harbour 2020

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