Kiana Sailing and Diving Whitsundays
Adventure of a Lifetime 🌊
Set sail aboard the 16.4m ketch Kiana to explore the stunning Whitsunday Islands and Outer Great Barrier Reef (weather permitting), blending adventure with breathtaking views.
Dive into Paradise 🐠
Experience the underwater wonders of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef, where vibrant coral and diverse marine life, including fish and sea turtles, thrive. Plus, enjoy your first dive as part of the tour, with opportunities for additional dives throughout the trip.
Comfortable Accommodation 🛏️
Kiana is designed for maximum comfort, hosting just 12 passengers. With spacious saloons, cosy cabins, and full air-conditioning, you’ll stay comfortable even during tropical evenings.
Plenty of Space to Relax 🌞
Whether you’re gearing up for diving and snorkelling or relaxing in the sun, Kiana offers ample space to enjoy both adventure and relaxation.
Expert Team and Delicious Meals 🍴
Benefit from the expertise of an experienced skipper, friendly hosts, and a knowledgeable dive instructor, ensuring exciting daytime activities and relaxed evenings with delicious food.
Unforgettable Memories 🌟
Create lasting memories as you sail, dive, and explore one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders aboard Kiana.
Vessel Specifications
- 2 Communal Bathrooms
- Private Cabins
- 2 Large Shaded Deck
- Air-conditioned interior
- Licensed Bar (no BYO)
Highlights
- Specifically, the only sailing tour offering you the chance to dive on the Outer Barrier Reef from Airlie Beach.
- With only 14 Guests maximum, there is room to move onboard!
- Includes both Private and Shared spacious Air-Conditioned Cabins
- Your first Scuba Dive for FREE!
- You will visit Whitsunday Island, home to Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and the Hill Inlet Lookout.
- You will also get to visit Hook Island, home to Luncheon Bay, Mantaray Bay, Mackerel Bay.
- Travel to Bait Reef for some incredible dives on the Outer Barrier Reef.
- If you travel between June-September, you may be lucky enough to spot Whales during their migration.
Itinerary
The itinerary offered onboard is completely flexible due to the trip being dependent on weather. In saying this, the itinerary can change from trip to trip to ensure that your Snorkelling and Diving experience is in optimal conditions.
On your trip, you will get to visit Bait Reef. This Reef Location, protected from fishing, offers a rich diversity of marine life. When we moor within the lagoon area of this reef, we are sheltered from the winds making your stay and diving more comfortable.
Spend an afternoon on Whitehaven Beach to explore the vast white silicon-rich sands that never get hot beneath your feet. While you take in the clear azure waters that gently lap the beach, you will feel that real sense of peace in paradise.
Visit Hill Inlet Lookout and witness the everchanging swirling sands at low tide.
Then visit Hook Island which offers some of the best diving and snorkelling around the inner islands of the Whitsunday Island Group.
Included
On Deck
- All fresh and fantastic prepared meals on board, including dinner in our unique Marine hangi
- Fresh Water, Tea and Coffee
- Licensed Bar, beer, wine and cider for purchase for 18+ only
- Fresh linen
- Air-Conditioned cabins and saloon
- Private cabin with double or twin bed options
- Sunny or shaded outside deck areas
- All taxes and marine park fees
In the water
- Use of snorkelling equipment
- Dive equipment (First Dive Free!)
- Stinger suits provided (October – May)
- Marine Biology and Whitsundays Historical and geographical information
- Advanced Eco Certified Tour
Optional Extras
What is not included?
- Luggage Storage is available at the office for $10 per person. Alternatively, you can speak to your accommodation provider to see if they have available storage options.
- Bar purchases are available, with soft drink, bottled water, beer, wine or champagne available.
- While your first dive is FREE, subsequent dives can be purchased, with your 2nd Dive being $80, 3rd Dive being $70 and any additional dives being $50 each.
- **DIETARY SURCHARGE** If you have any dietary requirements other than vegetarian, there may be a dietary surcharge payable when you check in.
What to bring
- A Beach towel
- Swimmers / Bathing suit
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Clothing. In the cooler months, it is recommended bringing some warm clothing.
- Footwear
- Marine Safe Sunscreen (min SPF30+)
- Waterproof Camera
- Your booking voucher or email
- A smile and sense of adventure!
How to get there
We recommend planning your arrival into Airlie Beach the day before your tour. There is a pre-departure check-in at the Whitsunday Sailing Office at 402 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach. Check-in the day before departure is required between 7 am – 5 pm.
In case of a delayed arrival into Airlie Beach, if you are not able to complete the pre-departure check-in, please advise at the time of booking.
Important Information
What else do I need to know?
As a result of travelling to remote areas, around the Islands, there is limited or no service. The Captain will advise you of the areas when you will be back in range.
To better prepare for your arrival, please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking. If you have any dietary requirements (gluten-free, celiac, lactose-free, dairy-free or fad diets), there will be a fee of $20 per person to cater towards those needs.
As a result of being dependent on weather conditions for the operation of this Sail and Dive Adventure, the itinerary is completely flexible to ensure that you are Snorkelling and Diving in optimal conditions. For this reason, the itinerary can be scheduled slightly different from trip to trip, and travel Insurance is highly recommended.
We have a passion for showing you Australia’s Great Barrier Reef and National Parks, so please make sure you understand the SCUBA diving laws. The Queensland Government Code of Practice regulates us and comply with all rules, including medical as is the law. Please complete our dive medical questionnaire before booking as some medical conditions, age, and medications may prevent scuba diving.
It is always our mission to provide our passengers with the very best Great Barrier Reef experience.
We are happy to help you with any questions you may have. Please contact our office on 07 4037 2700 or email us at [email protected]
Or you may like to consult your Doctor for a Dive Medical using the Australian Standard Forms’ AS.4005.1
Flying and Scuba Diving
After a single no decompression scuba dive, you should not fly or go to altitude for at least 18 hours after a scuba dive. For multiple scuba dives, you should not fly for 24 hours after your last dive. This includes Skydiving and Hot Air Ballooning.
We recommend waiting a minimum of 24 hours whenever possible.
