A Whitsundays bareboat charterers 'must have'!

Written by subject matter expert  David Colfelt and pooling over 30 years of his (and others) experience. Many charterers only fully appreciate how valuable the book is on return, and wish they had one to plan in advance!  It is the one stop guide to experience all the Whitsunday’s have to offer and unarguably the authority of bareboating Whitsundays guidebooks – so much so that nearly all Whitsunday bareboat charter vessels have one onboard.  Grab one from us for $89.95 (inc postage).    

The book offers a complete guide, featuring the following, plus much much more!

• Weather - An extensive guide with crucial information regarding the temperature and seasons of the Whitsunday’s and wind direction averages for every month of the year. No matter when you stay you’ll know what to be prepared for!
• Anchorages and Maps – A chapter filled with sketch maps and dialing directions covering the major anchorages of the Whitsundays and some of the mainland from Bowen in the North to Mackay in the south. For each anchorage the depth, bottom, zone, ideal wind conditions and usage settings under the Whitsunday Management Plan is given.
• The Islands – Obviously a major tourist attraction, the Whitsunday Islands are a far-reaching group of islands including Whitsunday Island, Daydream Island, Hayman Island, Hook Island, Lindeman Island, Hamilton Island, Shawl Island and the Molle Group Islands among many more. The book describes the many resorts; including Daydream Island Resort and Spa, Koala Adventure Resort, Peppers Palm Bay, Hook Island Wilderness Resort among many others; the accompanying facilities on the islands, and, helpfully, all the contact numbers you could ever need during your stay.
• Attractions – The book describes the various attractions on the Islands, focusing on the Great Barrier Reef and its varied animals and plant life. A ‘jungle in the seas’ as they say. Featuring commonly seen fish, coral and other life, to the reef’s history.
• Fishing – This chapter has information and pictures on the fish found with information on rules and regulations governing fishing in the Whitsundays. Also a ‘where to and not to fish’ guide.
• Diving and Snorkeling – A helpful guide to Diving and Snorkelling in the Whitsundays, outlining the best diving sites on Hayman Island, Hook Island, Bait Reef, Fairey Reef, Hardy Reef among others. Wth tips, helpful information, an overview of the technique and the various things you need to be aware of, including some hazards you will be fully prepared. Information and pictures on what you could see amongst the reefs is also included.
• Hazards and Emergencies – How to avoid and deal with those unplanned and untimely emergencies caused by the hazards of the Whitsundays. Provides detailed information on dangerous marine and island life including pictures, what to do if caught in a cyclone and a reminder to apply sunscreen and wear appropriate clothing when at the Whitsundays.
• Sailing Tips and Tricks – Extensive information on tides, tidal range and times at the Whitsundays. A guide to anchoring etiquette and technique. Describes the usual causes of boating accidents in the Whitsundays, helping you to avoid those disastrous encounters. Helpful tips on planning the day’s travel. A guide to hiring a Charter Yacht, which is one part of this book you certainly don’t need!