Big Mama Sailing

Adventure and Outdoors Tours

Big Mama Sailing is owned and operated by a small family (Stu, Lisa, Fletcher and boat dog Coco). They offer a personalised and memorable sailing experience for small exclusive groups on a Half Day, Full Day Tour, Sunset Sailing and Private Charters.

They operate from both Townsville and Magnetic Island on board their two sailing vessels, Big Mama and Ragamuffin 111. Bring your own alcohol is welcome.

Big Mama is a beautiful and well maintained Adams Ketch. They live on board, so they are welcoming you into their home. Big Mama has plenty of deck space to relax in a bean bag, a comfortable inside saloon area or join in the fun and action of sailing and other water activities. Ragamuffin 111 , has a colourful history of racing, well known for her involvement in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. This vessel has been restored and offers a unique experience for small groups, water activities included and bring your own beverages and meals is welcome.

Big Mama Sailing offers an unforgettable experience!

Services

From $2940 to $3430

Circumnavigate Magnetic Island.

An opportunity to get your feet sandy, have a swim/ snorkel, explore bays only accessible by boat, sail, relax and enjoy the beautiful and diverse scenery of Magnetic Island.

Morning tea and Light Lunch are supplied.

Snorkel gear, UV/wetsuits and Environmental Tax is included.

The snorkelling around Magnetic Island is on a fringing reef and is visibility and weather dependent.

They offer sailing, which is lots of fun and other water activities like snorkelling, paddle boarding and boom netting.

The Humpback Whales migrate to the area around late July until early September, so sailing with the whales is a huge possibility and an extra bonus!

Departure Time- 9am from Magnetic Island or Townsville. Return Time- 4.00pm.

Both Boats can be chartered for larger groups – up to 26 guests.

Disabled Access

Carpark Family Friendly Public Toilet

From $95 to $115

A unique sailing experience on board Big Mama.
Sit back and relax in a bean bag with a glass of champagne in your hand or enjoy the action of sailing. The skipper is always happy to ensure you have a ‘hands on’ sailing experience if you are keen.

Two hours on the water. Relax, enjoy the beautiful scenery and the ‘peace and quiet’ of Big Mama under sail.

They provide complimentary sparkling wine (glass or two) or a non-alcoholic beverage on arrival and antipasto platters while watching the Sunset.
The Humpback Whales migrate to the area around late July until early September, so sailing with the Humpback Whales is a huge possibility and an extra bonus!
Depart- 4.30pm and Return- 6.30pm.

Private charters are available. Please contact them via email or phone for more information.

Disabled Access

Carpark Family Friendly Public Toilet

From $140 to $180

Enjoy a Half day sailing on the water, with a small group of 12 guests maximum.

Sail, explore, relax and snorkel on board Big Mama and enjoy morning tea provided- Tropical, sweet platter, tea & coffee.

A wonderful opportunity to celebrate a special occasion with a group of friends and family( birthday, engagement, anniversary, hens, bucks or any excuse to be on the water) on a private charter.

Departure time- 9am from Horseshoe Bay or Picnic Bay, Magnetic Island or Townsville.
Return time- 1.30pm.

Private charters are available. Please contact them via email or phone for more information.

Disabled Access

Carpark Family Friendly Public Toilet

From $115 to $150

Sail, explore and snorkel for half a day on board Ragamuffin 111. Bring your own beverages and snacks are welcome.
Depart Townsville or Magnetic Island 9am and return 1:30pm. Private Charters available- please email or text for more information.

Disabled Access

Carpark Family Friendly Public Toilet

From $80 to $100

2 hours on the water. Sit back relax in a bean bag or get amongst the sailing action. Bring your owns beverages and nibbles is welcome in a small cooler bag or esky.

Disabled Access

Carpark Family Friendly Public Toilet

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