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Sunset Sail on board Big Mama
Highlights
- Savour complimentary sparkling wine and antipasto platters as you soak in breathtaking sunset views.
- Drift on the tranquil waters aboard Big Mama, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere and stunning scenery.
- Engage in hands-on sailing with the skipper, making your experience both interactive and memorable.
- Spot migrating Humpback Whales from late July to early September, adding excitement to your sailing adventure.
A unique sailing experience on board Big Mama.
Sit back and relax in a bean bag with a glass of sparkling wine or non alcoholic beverage 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 at 4.30pm and Return- 6.30pm.
Private charters are available. Please contact them via email or phone for more information.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Website meets <a href="https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/" target="_blank">WCAG 2.0</a> accessibility standards
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Information in large print is available.
- Staff are trained in customer service for people with vision loss (training would incorporate way finding and communicating with people with vision loss).
- Handrails on all stairways
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- www.bigmamasailing.com/helpful-sailing-tips
Operation information
Big Mama Sailing
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 three sailing vessels, Big Mama (60ft) and Ragamuffin 111(48ft) & Samurai(60ft). Bring your own alcohol is welcome is welcome all vessels.
Big Mama is a beautiful and well maintained Adams Ketch. Both Stu, Lisa and boat dog Coco 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. Big Mama offers catering on her tours. Ragamuffin 111 (Fletcher’s home) & Samurai, have a colourful history of racing, well known for her involvement in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, other offshore racing but now focus on supporting local Queensland yacht racing. Both, vessels have been restored and offers a unique experience for small groups, water activities included and bring your own beverages and nibbles is welcome.
Big Mama Sailing offers an unforgettable experience!
Activities
Tags
Accreditations
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ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
- QLD – Townsville Enterprise
- Tourism Magnetic Island
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