What's included in a bareboat holiday?

Your vessel comes equipped with the essentials for a safe, comfortable and well-prepared Whitsundays holiday. From linen and towels to safety gear, galley equipment, snorkel gear and a dinghy with outboard, we’ve got the basics covered.

Before departure, our team also provides a comprehensive 3–4 hour vessel and area briefing so you feel confident heading out on your adventure.

Comforts on board Linen, towels, galley gear and onboard essentials included.
Safety covered Lifejackets, liferings, VHF, EPIRB, charts and full vessel briefing.
Ready to explore Dinghy, outboard, navigation tools and local cruising guidance.
Guests enjoying a bareboat charter in the Whitsundays

At a glance

Here’s a quick summary of what’s included on your charter, what optional extras are available, and what you should pack before you arrive.

What we supply

Linen, pillows, towels, galley basics, snorkel gear, wet weather jackets, a dinghy with outboard, stereo, BBQ and more.

Safety equipment

Your boat comes with key safety gear, navigation essentials and a full pre-departure vessel and area briefing.

What to bring

Pack your clothing, sunscreen, toiletries, medications, food, drinks and any personal extras you’d like for your holiday.

Designed to make your holiday easy

We’ve equipped our vessels for comfort, convenience and confidence on the water. Whether it’s your first bareboat holiday or your fifth, the aim is to help you step aboard feeling prepared.

  • Fully equipped for the maximum number of approved guests on board
  • Comprehensive 3–4 hour vessel and area briefing before departure
  • Practical onboard comforts for cooking, sleeping and relaxing
  • Safety equipment and navigation tools included
  • Dinghy with 6hp outboard included with all vessels

Full inclusions checklist

Expand each section below to see more detail about what’s supplied on board, optional extras and what to pack.

What we supply on board

Your charter includes the core onboard comforts and essentials needed for a safe and comfortable trip.

  • Linen and blankets
  • Pillows and pillow cases
  • Two towels per person
  • Tea towels
  • Fully equipped galley
  • Deck esky
  • Cleaning products
  • Shower and toilet
  • Deck shower
  • Snorkelling gear – mask, snorkel and fins*
  • Bluetooth stereo
  • Wet weather/spray jackets
  • Bimini/boom tent
  • VHF radio
  • 12V–240V inverter
  • GPS and chart plotter
  • Electric anchor winch
  • 12 volt output
  • Dinghy with 6hp outboard
  • Boat hook
  • Cabin fans
  • Gas stove and oven
  • Boarding swim ladders
  • Cockpit lights
  • Rod holders
  • Gas BBQ
  • Water hose
  • Shore power cord
  • Safety gear

* A valid credit/debit card imprint is required on snorkel gear collection in case of accidental damage or loss.

Safety equipment and navigation

Safety is a big part of your charter experience, which is why each vessel includes essential equipment and a full vessel briefing before departure.

  • Complete vessel safety briefing
  • First aid kit (charterer pays for items used)
  • Vinegar
  • Tide tables
  • Cruising guide – 100 Magic Miles
  • Charts
  • Rule and divider
  • Lead line
  • Operations manual
  • Flares
  • Tools and spares kit
  • Life rings
  • Depth sounder
  • EPIRB
  • Torches
  • VHF radio
  • Binoculars
  • Life jackets

All vessels also come with a rigid inflatable tender with a 6hp outboard, safety gear and oars.

Galley equipment

The galley is equipped with the practical kitchen items most guests need for preparing meals onboard.

  • Dinner plates
  • Side plates
  • Bowls
  • Mugs
  • Tumblers
  • Wine glasses
  • Flutes
  • Dinner knives and steak knives
  • Forks
  • Spoons
  • Serving spoons
  • Pasta spoon
  • Wooden spoon
  • Saucepans
  • Frying pans
  • Baking dishes
  • Baking trays
  • Can opener
  • Coffee plunger
  • Colander
  • Corkscrew
  • Cutting boards
  • Egg rings
  • Gas lighter
  • Grater
  • Ice trays
  • Measuring jug
  • Water jug
  • Kettle
  • Bread/carving knife
  • Paring knife and sharpener
  • Chopping knife
  • Masher
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Food containers
  • Salad servers
  • Scissors
  • Spatulas
  • Teapot and strainer
  • Toaster
  • BBQ tongs
  • Serving platter
  • Pizza tray
  • Vegetable peeler
  • Whisk
  • Tupperware
Consumables provided
  • Sponges
  • Scourer
  • Detergent
  • Spray and wipe
  • Garbage bags x 3
  • BBQ lighter x 2
  • Toilet rolls x 2 per toilet
Optional extras

You can make your holiday even easier with a range of optional extras and add-ons.

  • Provisioning More
  • Paddleboards / kayaks / SUPs More
  • Sail guides More
  • Great Barrier Reef tours
  • Ice machine hire
  • Portable 12v fridge/freezer hire
  • Helicopter and seaplane tours
  • Secure car parking More
  • Airport shuttle or limousine transfers More
  • Hamilton Island bareboat delivery – from $965
  • Hamilton Island bareboat pickup – from $965
What to bring

We provide many of the onboard essentials, but there are still a few personal items and holiday basics you should pack.

  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses (polarised)
  • Hat
  • Light casual clothes
  • Swimwear
  • Warm clothes in winter
  • Smart casual outfit for resort visits
  • Walking shoes
  • Insect repellent
  • Toiletries
  • Personal medications
  • Travel insurance
  • Food (including cooking oil, salt, pepper, cling/aluminium wrap) and beverages
  • Beach towel
  • A sense of adventure
people on boat food preperation
snorkel gear on board vessel
kids jumping off the side of a boat

Helpful questions guests often ask

A few quick answers to help you plan with confidence.

Do I need to bring my own linen and towels?

No — linen, pillows, blankets and two towels per person are supplied on board.

Is snorkel gear included?

Yes — mask, snorkel and fins are provided, subject to a valid card imprint with the equipment supplier in case of loss or damage.

Is there a briefing before departure?

Yes — we allow around 3 to 4 hours for your vessel safety and area briefing before you head out.

Do all boats come with a dinghy?

Yes — all vessels come with a semi-rigid inflatable dinghy, 6hp outboard, oars and saftey equipment.

Do I need to bring food and drinks?

Yes — you’ll need to bring your own food (including cooking oil, salt, pepper, cling/aluminium wrap), beverages and personal items, unless you arrange provisioning in advance.

Can I add extras to my charter?

Absolutely — optional extras include provisioning, watersports equipment, sail guides, transfers, tours and more.

Ready to plan your Whitsundays charter?

Explore the fleet, add a few extras, and start planning a holiday that’s as relaxed or adventurous as you want it to be.