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
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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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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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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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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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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.
Call for more details 0447 645 321 or email salty@saltyboathire.com or book now
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 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
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
Living aboard a yacht
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
Repairs and maintenance
Sailing technique
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
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
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.
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