You will need to fly into Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) located in Proserpine and transfer to Airlie Beach. Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne all have direct flights.

From Brisbane, it will take around 14 hours, and will take about 7-8 hours from Cairns.

There are luggage storage facilities in Airlie Beach or you may be able to store your luggage at your hotel or accommodation.

You can bring a small, soft-sided bag on board. No hard cases are allowed and please no zips.

Many shops on the main street of Airlie Beach sell cheap bags that are appropriate, such as dry bags, tote bags or food shopping bags. They are the perfect size for trips to the Whitsundays and dry bags have the added bonus of keeping all your belongings dry.

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How much alcohol you should bring depends on the individual. We advise bringing however much you would normally drink for a social event, per how many days/nights you are on the boat. Please be advised – you do not have to bring alcohol at all if you do not wish to.

On BYO vessels, once you have boarded the boat there will be no other options to buy alcoholic drinks. There are usually options for purchasing soft drinks.

You are allowed to bring whichever drinks you want. On most boats, we just ask you do not bring glass or red wine on board.

Here is an example of the kind of delicious menu you will have:

DAY 1

On Arrival: A platter of in season tropical fresh fruit.

Sunset Snacks: A variety of homemade dips, coupled with fresh veggies and crackers.

Dinner: Aussie-style BBQ with locally produced meats, olive oil and herb potatoes, homemade coleslaw, salads, veggie patties and sausages and fresh bread.

Dessert: Berry and apple crumble served with custard or cream.

DAY 2

Breakfast: Scrambled or fried eggs, sautéed mushrooms, grilled tomato, bacon, beans, fresh bread (can be toasted), cereals with a selection of milks, fresh fruit.

Morning Tea: Cookies, tea, coffee and hot chocolate. 

Lunch: Selection of cold meats and cheeses, frittata, bread and crackers, pickles, couscous salad and a miscellaneous salad

Afternoon Tea: Antipasto platter of salami, chorizo, olives, cheeses, dips and crackers. 

Dinner: Grilled fresh local reef fish served with lemon, parsley and pepper, stuffed mushrooms or butternut squash with lentils, pine nuts, onion and garlic, homemade spiced wedges, buttered peas and corn, fresh salad.

Dessert: Chocolate brownie served with cream or ice cream.

DAY 3

Breakfast: Selection of milks and cereals, breads and spreads, yoghurt, fresh fruit 

Morning tea: selection of biscuits 

Lunch: Creamy chicken and spinach pasta, vegan pesto pasta with spinach and cherry tomatoes, garlic bread, fresh salad 

Afternoon Tea: Selection of pastries, tea, coffee and hot chocolate

Sunset Snack: Homemade dips with fresh cut veggies and crackers

Dinner: Jacket potatoes, beef chilli (and vegan chilli options too), cheese, nachos, sour cream and salsa, fresh salad

Dessert: Peach and vanilla cake served with cream and ice cream

DAY 4

Breakfast: Selection of cereals, milks, breads and spreads, yoghurt, fresh fruit 

Final Farewell Meal: Homemade flapjacks and homemade scones with jam and cream 

There are two scuba diving courses offered on Summer Jo; Refresher and Advanced. The Refresher course is for those who are certified but haven't been diving in a while and would like to freshen up their skills. The Advanced course is designed to expand existing diving skills. 

These are an additional cost and will need to be paid on board.

• BYO alcohol
• Beach towel
• 1 soft overnight bag
• Toiletries
• Comfortable clothes
• Jacket or jumper for cooler evenings
• Swimwear
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
• Feel free to bring a reusable water bottle and/or additional snacks

Day 1: Departure & Hook Island
• 4:00 PM: Depart from Port of Airlie, cruising northeast toward Hook Island while enjoying
stunning views of the Whitsundays.
o After boarding and settling into your cabin, students can connect to onboard
internet and begin e-learning with our instructor.
o For those who have completed e-learning beforehand, the instructor will review
materials and answer any questions.

• 7:00 PM: Arrive and anchor in a sheltered bay at Hook Island.
• Enjoy a gourmet dinner onboard and relax under the stars, setting the tone for your
adventure.

Day 2: Outer Reef Exploration

• 4:00 AM: Depart Hook Island and cruise northeast to Bait Reef Lagoon on the Outer Reef.
• 6:00 AM: Arrive at Bait Reef Lagoon, one of the Great Barrier Reef's most breathtaking dive
and snorkel locations. Fuel up on breakfast for the day’s activities
• 6:30–9:00 AM: Divers in the water;
o Begin with certified divers, dive 1
o Advanced Open Water students, dive 1
o Confined Open Water Students Dives 1.
• 9:00 AM – 12.30 AM: Introductory Discover Scuba sessions & snorkel sessions
• 9:00 AM: Continue with;
o Certified divers, dive 2 and 3
o Advanced Open Water students, dive 2
o Confined Open Water Students Dives 2
o Introductory dives
• 10:00 AM: Morning tea served by the onboard chef.
• 12:30 PM: Lunch served onboard.
• 1:30–4:30 PM: Snorkel session and continue with:
o Complete Confined Water Dives 3 & 4.
o Certified divers, dive 4 & 5
o Introductory dives
o Fresh afternoon tea served!
• 5:00 PM: Return to Summer Jo for a well-deserved dinner.
• 5:30 PM: Certified divers can join an exhilarating night dive, experiencing the reef's
nocturnal life. (certified dive 6 & Advanced Open Water students, dive 3)
• 6:00–7:00 PM: Instructor-led review of the day’s dives and a preview of tomorrow’s open
water activities.
• 7:00 PM: Wrap up with dessert and unwind under the stars, sharing stories with fellow
guests.

Day 3: Outer Reef & Border Island
• 6:00–9:00 AM: Breakfast onboard.
• 8:00–11:00 AM: Conduct Open Water Dives 1 & 2 at the Outer Reef and snorkel sessions.
• 11:00 AM: Depart Bait Reef, cruising south toward Border Island. Lunch served enroute.
• 3:30 PM: Arrive at Border Island and begin Open Water Dives 3 & 4.
o Additional Activities during the afternoon:
▪ Snorkelling.
▪ Guided bushwalk to a panoramic lookout of the Whitsundays.
▪ Beach relaxation, stand up paddle boarding, and games.

• 5:00 PM: Enjoy a freshly prepared dinner onboard.
• 5:30 PM: Certified divers can opt for another night dive, or course participants who are
fully certified may join.
• 7:00 PM: Dessert is served, followed by a relaxing evening with your group in the serene
setting of the Whitsundays.

Day 4: Whitehaven Beach & Return to Airlie Beach
• 5:00 AM: Depart Border Island for Tongue Bay, Whitsunday Island.
• 7:00 AM: Disembark via tender for a guided walk to Hill Inlet Lookout, offering
breathtaking views of swirling sands and turquoise waters.
• Spend time exploring Whitehaven Beach, renowned for its pure white silica sand.
• 10:00 AM: Return to the vessel for the scenic journey back to Airlie Beach.
• 2:00 PM: Arrive at Port of Airlie, bidding farewell to the crew and new friends.

To ensure your comfort and safety divers must be 12+ years or over and they may require that you have a Divers Medical Certificate for certain medical conditions and also if you are over 45 years old.

Please read the following questions carefully:

• Do you currently have an ear infection?
• Do you have a history of ear disease, hearing loss or problems with balance?
• Do you have a history of ear or sinus surgery?
• Are you currently suffering from a cold, congestion, sinusitis or bronchitis?
• Do you have a history of respiratory problems, severe attack of hay fever or allergies, or lung disease?
• Have you had a collapsed lung (pneumothorax) or history of chest surgery?
• Do you have active asthma or history of asthma, emphysema or tuberculosis?
• Are you currently taking medication that carries a warning about any impairment of your physical or mental abilities?
• Do you have behavioural health problems or a nervous system disorder?
• Are you or could you be pregnant?
• Do you have a history of colostomy?
• Do you have a history of heart disease or heart attack, heart surgery or blood vessel surgery?
• Do you have a history of high blood pressure, angina, or take medication to control blood pressure?
• Are you over 45 and have a family history of heart attack or stroke?
• Do you have a history of bleeding or other blood disorders?
• Do you have a history of diabetes?
• Do you have a history of seizures, blackouts or fainting, convulsions or epilepsy or take medications to prevent them?
• Do you have a history of back, arm or leg problems following an injury, fracture or surgery?
• Do you have a history of fear of closed or open spaces or panic attacks (claustrophobia or agoraphobia)?

If any of these conditions apply to you, you will require a Divers Medical Certificate before you can scuba dive.

A Divers Medical Certificate can be obtained from:
Whitsunday Doctors Service
257 Shute Harbour Rd (Opposite xBase)
Airlie Beach
Ph: 07 4946 6241