Whitsunday Escape

Boats

Whitsunday Escape invites you to explore the breathtaking Whitsunday Islands at your own pace. Backed by 20 years of experience, we are your trusted partner for skipper yourself bareboat charters.

Escape the crowds, set your own course, and uncover secluded beaches that few get to experience. Feel the thrill of hiring a catamaran—whether sail or power—without the need for formal qualifications, a little boating knowledge is all that’s required.

Each vessel is fully equipped for comfort and ease, making your adventure smooth from start to finish. Perfect for families, couples, or friends, every trip promises unforgettable moments.

Snorkel among vibrant marine life or unwind as you watch the sunset paint the sky. From June to September, witness the awe-inspiring migration of humpback whales, as they journey to the Whitsundays. This natural spectacle adds a unique and unforgettable dimension to your Whitsundays’ experience.

With a modern fleet, outstanding service, and a prime location at Coral Sea Marina, Whitsunday Escape offers an incredible journey.

Facilities

Carpark Family Friendly

Internet Access

Free Wifi Paid Wifi

Activities

Boating Canoeing/Kayaking Sailing Swimming

Disabled Assistance

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Membership

Australian Tourism Export Council Boating Industry Association Queensland Tourism Industry Council Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation Visitor Information Centre

Accreditation

Australian Tourism Accreditation ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC

Services

The Leopard 47.4 Power Catamaran sleeps up to eleven. She has four double cabins, four bathrooms and the saloon will accommodate another double and the forward port cabin has a small single bed.

She has ample head room, generous refrigeration space and an upstairs galley. She also has a large shaded flybridge that has its own drinks fridge.

A comfortable, powerful and stable boat for exploring the Whitsundays. Suitable for two to four couples, two families and mixed groups.

The Leopard 46.3 has undergone a complete redesign, still built with the quality foundation that has come to be expected of the Leopard brand. With a power catamaran orientated style and full length rectangular shaped hull side windows, this new model boasts a sleek elegance with increased natural lighting.

Sleeping up to 8 people, this three-cabin owner’s suite boasts a large walk-in closet, desk, and a double vanity. Forward VIP guest cabins offer spacious, island berths and ensuite bathrooms.

With a focus on outdoor living and the inclusion of more soft furnishings, the lounge area also has easy access to the bow.

This well equipped power catamaran features a sizeable shaded flybridge with dining table, fridge and large sunbed. The rear deck has increased space with a Hydraulic Swim Platform.

An ultra comfortable, powerful and stable boat for exploring the Whitsundays.

The luxury Aquila 44.4 power catamaran features four double cabins each with ensuite bathrooms.
The saloon table can drop down to accommodate another double if needed, making 10 persons in total.

This is a light and spacious vessel with ample headroom. She has a well-appointed galley with generous refrigeration and freezer space. The galley and servery adjoin the shaded aft cockpit table and make for great extended entertaining which means the chef or bartender is always included.

The spacious fly-bridge is fully covered and features a second table with ample seating and is the perfect spot for the sunset cocktails.

This is a stylish, luxurious and comfortable catamaran with large entertaining areas. Suitable for three couples or families.

The new luxury Aquila 44.3 power catamaran features three cabins each with ensuite bathrooms. The owner’s cabin with a queen bed and small office is located in the centre and two generous size cabins are situated in each hull. The saloon table can drop down to accommodate another double if needed, making 8 persons in total.

This is a light and spacious vessel with ample headroom. She has a well-appointed galley with generous refrigeration and freezer space. The galley and servery adjoin the shaded aft cockpit table and make for great extended entertaining which means the chef or bartender is always included.

The spacious fly-bridge is fully covered and features a second table, ample seating, a drinks fridge and is the perfect spot for the sunset cocktails.

This is a stylish, luxurious and comfortable catamaran with large entertaining areas. Suitable for three couples or families.

There were no details left unattended in the creation of the new Leopard 43.4 power catamaran, including the hull design, the updated interior, and much more. The Leopard 43.4 power catamaran is a completely redesigned mid-sized catamaran built with the quality foundation that has come to be expected of Leopard Catamarans.

The Leopard 43.4 power catamaran sleeps up to ten. She has four double cabins, two bathrooms and the saloon will accommodate another double.

She has ample head room, generous refrigeration space and an upstairs galley. Air-conditioning is available at the marina at no cost, and a user pays option on the water.

This well equipped power catamaran features a generous shaded flybridge with dining table, another fridge and sundeck. The roomy aft cockpit has a table and seating, and there is also a walk-through to the foredeck from the saloon.

A comfortable, powerful and stable boat for exploring the Whitsundays. Suitable for up to four couples, two families and large groups.

There were no details left unattended in the creation of the new Leopard 43.3 G power catamaran, including the hull design, the updated interior, and much more. The Leopard 43.3 G power catamaran is a completely redesigned mid-sized catamaran built with the quality foundation that has come to be expected of Leopard Catamarans.

The Leopard 43.3 G power catamaran sleeps up to nine. She has three double cabins, two bathrooms, a small single bunk and the saloon will accommodate another double.

She has ample head room, generous refrigeration space and an upstairs galley. Air-conditioning is available at the marina at no cost.
This Leopard 43.3 G has a generator and therefore has a user-pays option for on water air-conditioning.

This well equipped power catamaran features a generous shaded flybridge with dining table, another fridge and sundeck. There is also a walk-through to the foredeck from the saloon.
The roomy aft cockpit has a table and seating and features luxurious teak flooring.

A comfortable, powerful and stable boat for exploring the Whitsundays. Suitable for up to three couples, two families and mixed groups.

There were no details left unattended in the creation of the new Leopard 43.3 power catamaran, including the hull design, the updated interior, and much more. The Leopard 43.3 power catamaran is a completely redesigned mid-sized catamaran built with the quality foundation that has come to be expected of Leopard Catamarans.

The Leopard 43.3 power catamaran sleeps up to eight. She has three double cabins, two bathrooms and the saloon will accommodate another double.

She has ample head room, generous refrigeration space and an upstairs galley. Air-conditioning is available at the marina at no cost

This well equipped power catamaran features a generous shaded flybridge with dining table, another fridge and sundeck. The roomy aft cockpit has a table and seating, and there is also a walk-through to the foredeck from the saloon.

A comfortable, powerful and stable boat for exploring the Whitsundays. Suitable for up to three couples, two families and mixed groups.

The Leopard 40.3 P is built with the quality foundation that has come to be expected of the Leopard brand. The latest model boasts a sleek elegance with increased natural lighting and additional soft furnishings.

Sleeping up to 8 people, this three-cabin catamaran has spacious cabins with island beds and ample storage. Additionally, the master suite features a desk and a roomy ensuite.

With a focus on outdoor living, the forward walk-through enables easy access from the cockpit straight through to the sun lounges on the front deck. The sizeable shaded flybridge features an additional dining table with ample seating and a fridge.

Experience exceptional living at sea on the comfortable, powerful and stable Leopard 40.3 P catamaran.

The Aquila 44.35 power catamaran provides a perfect blend of elegance, spaciousness, and comfort. The fully sheltered flybridge allows driving with optimal line of sight.

With three en-suited cabins, she offers an additional single cabin with ensuite facilities, (accessible via a hatch) – an excellent choice for teens or the solo crew.

The open-plan saloon area boasts a dining space that converts into a double berth making her suitable for up to 9.

Bright and airy, the interior is thoughtfully designed to maximise headroom and natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere throughout.

A standout alfresco dinette features a fold-up partition and servery perfect for entertaining or enjoying the views with your morning coffee.

The luxury Leopard 50.5 sailing catamaran is the latest design from Leopard Catamarans and has every feature that one could dream of including a spacious flybridge, the innovative forward walk through and a forward cockpit.
These features mean that there are three entertaining areas and plenty of ventilation and light throughout.

She can accommodate up to 12; five double cabins, five bathrooms and the saloon table will also convert to a double.

The flybridge features a double daybed, a spacious lounge area with table and easy access to the helm.
The rear cockpit has a large table with ample seating. The upstairs galley, with generous refrigeration space and great ventilation, provides for comfortable cruising.
All lines lead back to the helm and she will also perform equally well under power.

Suitable for up to 5 couples, families or mixed groups.

The luxury Leopard 48.4 sailing catamaran is the latest design from Leopard Catamarans and features the innovative walk through saloon and forward cockpit.
This feature provides great airflow for the tropics and a second entertaining area.

She can accommodate up to 11; four double cabins, four bathrooms and one small bunk attached to port forward cabin. The saloon table will also convert to a double.

The rear cockpit has a large table with ample seating. The upstairs galley, with generous refrigeration space and great ventilation, provides for comfortable cruising.
All lines lead back to the helm and she will also perform equally well under power.

Suitable for up to 4 couples, families or mixed groups.

The Leopard 48.3 Sailing Catamaran can sleep up to eleven. She has three double cabins, three bathrooms, two single bunks amidship and one small bunk located in the forward cabin. The saloon table can also convert to another double.

She features an upstairs galley, generous refrigeration space, great ventilation and a shaded rear cockpit. She also features the innovative new design of the walk-through forward cockpit which adds a second outdoor shaded entertaining area.

Suitable for large groups, couples or families.

The new lagoon 46.4 is dedicated to relaxation and comfort. Four equal large double cabins with island beds and their own ensuites. The salon table will drop down to make another bed if required. The spacious galley is interconnected with the fully covered cockpit making entertaining friends and family a breeze.

The unique flybridge cockpit provides exceptional visibility, it is full protected and features a king size day bed that can be fully enclosed.

This new boat is the first Lagoon 46.4 available for charter in the Whitsundays and includes all the equipment you would expect from a luxury boat. Such as generous refrigeration space, a generator, the option of on water air-conditioning and a water maker.

Ideal for four couples, families and those wanting extra luxury on their Whitsunday charter.

The Lagoon 450.4 can accomodate up to ten in four double cabins and the saloon converts to a double. Each of the four double cabins has its own ensuite bathroom. The generous refrigeration space and great ventilation throughout provides for comfortable cruising.

The large covered cockpit features a second dining area, a day bed and adjourns the galley – perfect for entertaining!

The unique flybridge has ample shaded seating and the forward cockpit provides great visibility for spotting wildlife and coral reefs.

For easy sailing, the Lagoon 450.4 includes a roller furling headsail, full batten main, all lines lead to the flybridge and all the winches are electric.

She will also perform equally well under power.
Suitable for four couples, families, mixed groups or those who just want the best.

The Leopard 44.4 sailing catamaran is well designed featuring both a rear and forward cockpit, providing additional space to relax and unwind. This front cockpit is easily accessed via an internal door, which also provides great ventilation through the boat.

She can accommodate up to 10; with four bathrooms and four double cabins. The saloon table will also convert to a double, and two small singles are accessible from the forward cabins.

A large table setting in the rear cockpit provides ample seating as well as an extra bench seat for relaxing. The upstairs galley will make entertaining & cooking a breeze.

Twin inboard diesel engines allows the Leopard 44.4 to perform equally well under power. She sails beautifully, is very stable, and set up for short-handed sailing with all lines running to the cockpit.

The Leopard 44.3 Sailing Catamaran can sleep up to eleven. She has three double cabins, two single bunks amidship, a small single is located in the forward cabin and the saloon table converts to another double. She also has three generous sized bathrooms.

She features an upstairs galley, ample refrigeration, a large shaded cockpit and also has a walk-through forward shaded cockpit for a second outdoor entertainment area.

Suitable for up to three couples, families or mixed groups.

The Lagoon 440.4 can accommodate up to ten in four double cabins and the saloon converts to another double. Each of the four double cabins has its own ensuite bathroom. Plenty of ventilation and a raised flybridge provides for comfortable cruising.

The large covered cockpit features ample seating and adjourns the spacious galley making it an entertainers delight! The unique flybridge has shaded seating and is a great vantage point for spotting local wildlife.

For easy sailing, the Lagoon 440.4 includes a roller furling headsail, full batten main, all lines lead to the flybridge. She will also perform equally well under power.

Suitable for four couples, families or mixed groups.

The Seawind 1250.3 sailing catamaran was purpose built for cruising to suit those that want the best. She sleeps up to nine with three double cabins, two bathrooms, the saloon will accommodate another double and a small single is located in one of the forward cabins.

The ample head room, generous refrigeration space, and roomy covered cockpit that opens onto the saloon makes for very comfortable cruising. Air-conditioning is available at the marina.

Suitable for up to three couples or families.

The Seawind 1260.3 sailing catamaran was purpose built with the Australian indoor/outdoor, open lifestyle entrenched in this new design, with an unbeatable living area complimented with brilliant natural ventilation. The protected cockpit lounge and social helm seats put the skipper in control as well as in the conversation and boasts 360 degree views from the helm and saloon seats.

The Seawind 1260.3 will sleep up to eight with three double cabins, two bathrooms and the saloon will accommodate another double. All cabins feature plenty of hatches for ventilation.

The ample head room, the generous refrigeration space, and the roomy covered cockpit that fully opens into the saloon make for very comfortable cruising.

For sailing performance; a full batten main. For easy sailing; all ropes are led to the cockpit. She has a roller furling self-tacking headsail, twin steering and an autopilot for the discerning sailors. Suitable for three couples, two families and mixed groups. She will also perform equally well under power.

The Leopard 40.4 Sailing Catamaran can sleep up to ten. She has four double cabins, two smaller bunks located in the forward cabins and the saloon table converts to another double and offer two spacious bathrooms.

She offers a large shaded cockpit, excellent ventilation and a walk-through door which give access from the saloon directly to the front deck.

Suitable for up to four couples or families.

The Lagoon 40.4 sailing catamaran has superb living space and the cockpit is spacious and comfortable, with built-in dining and bench seat.

The saloon dining is large and roomy as well, with beautiful interior styling for cruising in luxury. And of course it boasts plenty of refrigeration space.

The Lagoon 40.4 can sleep up to ten. Four double cabins, two bathrooms and the saloon table converts to another double. All cabins feature plenty of hatches and ample head room.

Rigged for simple and easy sail-handling, but performing equally well under motor alone, the Lagoon 40.4 is set to become a new favourite for bareboat holidays in the Whitsundays. Very comfortable for 4 couples, 2 families and large groups.

The Lagoon 40.4 G sailing catamaran has superb living space and the cockpit is spacious and comfortable, with built-in dining and bench seat.

The saloon dining is large and roomy as well, with beautiful interior styling for cruising in luxury. And of course it boasts plenty of refrigeration space.

The Lagoon 40.4 G can sleep up to ten. Four double cabins, two bathrooms and the saloon table converts to another double. All cabins feature plenty of hatches and ample head room.

Rigged for simple and easy sail-handling, but performing equally well under motor alone, the Lagoon 40.4 G is set to become a new favourite for bareboat holidays in the Whitsundays. Very comfortable for 4 couples, 2 families and large groups.

The Leopard 40.3 sailing catamaran is the latest design from Leopard Catamarans featuring the innovative forward saloon door, allowing foredeck access and great air-flow through the boat.

She can accommodate up to eight; two bathrooms, three double cabins and one forward single bunk. The saloon table will also convert to a double.

The rear cockpit has a large table with ample seating. The upstairs galley, generous refrigeration space and great ventilation provide for comfortable cruising. She will also perform equally well under power. Ideal for three couples, families and mixed groups and those who want the best. For easy sailing; she has a roller furling headsail and autopilot.

The Nautitech Open 40.4 Sailing Catamaran can sleep up to ten people. She has four double cabins, two smaller single beds located in the forward cabins and 2 spacious bathrooms.

She offers plenty of refrigeration, ample headroom and has the unique open layout where the saloon and cockpit flow into one large shared living space.

Suitable for up to four couples, mixed groups or families.

Philosophy: Simple, Fast & Light!

One of the most noticeable differences on board the Seawind 1160.4 is the new sleek interior design and fit-out. The fit-out is stylish timber look laminate surfaces, with a new contemporary neutral colour palette with the upholstery modern, angular, yet practical.

The Seawind 1160.4 can sleep up to ten. It features four double cabins and two bathrooms and the saloon table can drop down to make another double.
A small child bunk is also available in one of the forward cabins (30kg maximum).

The galley features an upright fridge/freezer and 3 burner stove, offering ample storage with ring lockers, a handy shelf and plenty of cupboard space.

For sailing performance; a full batten main. For easy sailing; all ropes are led to the cockpit, she has a roller furling, self-tacking headsail and twin steering.

Suitable for one to four couples, families and mixed groups. She will also perform equally well under power alone.

Philosophy: Simple, Fast & Light!

One of the most noticeable differences on board the Seawind 1160.3 is the new sleek interior design and fit-out. The fit-out is stylish timber look laminate surfaces, with a new contemporary neutral colour palette with the upholstery modern, angular, yet practical.

The galley features an upright fridge/freezer and 3 burner stove, offering ample storage with ring lockers, a handy shelf and plenty of cupboard space.

For sailing performance; a full batten main. For easy sailing; all ropes are led to the cockpit, she has a roller furling, self-tacking headsail and twin steering.

Suitable for one to three couples, families and mixed groups. She will also perform equally well under power alone, with her twin inboard engines.

Philosophy: Simple, Fast & Light!

One of the most noticeable differences on board the Seawind 1160.3 OB is the new sleek interior design and fit-out. The fit-out is stylish timber look laminate surfaces, with a new contemporary neutral colour palette with the upholstery modern, angular, yet practical.

The galley features an upright fridge/freezer and 3 burner stove, offering ample storage with ring lockers, a handy shelf and plenty of cupboard space.

For sailing performance; a full batten main. For easy sailing; all ropes are led to the cockpit, she has a roller furling, self-tacking headsail and twin steering.

Suitable for one to three couples, families and mixed groups. She will also perform equally well under power alone, with her twin outboard engines.

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