Skipper yourself through the Whitsundays — your adventure, your pace

Sail or motor your own yacht through 74 tropical islands. No licence required. Supported by Australia's multi-award winning bareboat charter company, operating since 1985.

Set your own itinerary, explore secluded anchorages, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef and wake up to a different view every morning — all with the backup of our experienced local team a radio call away.

74 tropical islands to explore
40+ years operating in the Whitsundays
7 days a week local support team
Award Winning ECO certified & Quality Tourism accredited

No licence required

Boating licences and qualifications are not a requirement for charter hire — however your experience and boating know-how is important to ensure everyone's safety and enjoyment on board.

A comprehensive half-day briefing is included with every charter. If you're low on experience, we'll suggest spending the first day with our Sail Guide. Or if you'd prefer to have someone else do the navigating, hire a Sail Guide for the full duration of your charter.

  • Fun for all skill levels
  • No licence required
  • Half-day briefing included
  • Live-aboard sail guide available
  • Safety gear included
  • 8:30am early briefings as standard
Hill Inlet, Whitsunday Island Queensland

Explore the beauty of the Whitsundays

74 islands in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef — rising from the ocean surrounded by fringing coral reefs and pristine beaches. A World Heritage listed area best discovered by bareboat.

Why guests choose Cumberland

From your first enquiry to departure day, we go the extra mile to make your charter feel smooth, supported and special.

8:30am early briefings

Get underway sooner and make the most of your first day — our early briefings are standard, not an upgrade.

Explore Briefings

Private Charter Centre

Manage crew details, extras and payments online before you arrive — your holiday sorted before you set foot on board.

Genuinely local team

Our team know the Whitsundays intimately — you get real local knowledge, not a call centre script.

Meet the Team

Resort access included

All CCY vessels are welcome at island resorts throughout the Whitsundays, with 40+ anchorages and 160 moorings available.

Explore Resorts

ECO certified operator

We're a certified ECO Tourism operator and Green Travel Leader — committed to responsible reef and marine park practices.

Our Sustainability

Multi-award winning

TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice, Best of Queensland Experience and Quality Tourism accredited — recognised for excellence since 1985.

Recognised for quality & sustainability

Cumberland Charter Yachts is proud to hold a range of tourism and sustainability accreditations reflecting our long-term commitment to quality guest experiences and responsible tourism in the Whitsundays.

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Ready to start your Whitsundays adventure?

Check availability across our full fleet of sailing yachts, sailing catamarans and power catamarans — or get in touch with our team to start planning your charter.