What We Do
OUR VISION IS: To create positive change in the lives of everyone who experiences South Passage - Adventure Under Sail.
OUR MISSION IS: To operate a voyage program that facilitates and embodies the R.O.P.E.S Program in all Voyagers.
OUR PURPOSE: To provide a safe and challenging experience, using the ship as a medium to develop leadership, initiative, independence and self-discipline.
OUR PROGRAM: ROPES: Respect, Opportunity, Participation, Enjoyment, Safety

RESPECT
for others/for the ship’s hierarchy/for the ship

OPPORTUNITY
for personal growth / for stepping up / for stepping out

PARTICIPATION
by everyone

ENJOYMENT
in a job well done / in the surrounds / in the company

SAFETY
is maintained whilst personal boundaries are explored
How Participants will Benefit
Create positive changes in young people by empowering them to learn about the person that they can be by providing a life changing “Experience of a lifetime”.
Build confidence
Develop personal skills & team work
Team building
Delivering a boat load of fun
Experience sailing
Create lasting memories
Upcoming Day Sails
We’re heading north for our annual winter sojourn up to Cairns, but we will be back in Moreton Bay in September. Come and join us for a great day out on the Bay! No experience necessary – we’ll “show you the ropes”. All you need is your picnic lunch, togs and towel for a swim and a sense of adventure! Bring a friend, come on your own or make it a family outing – you’ll have a great day! There’s plenty of days to choose from – click on the link to find what’s available then you can book your spot!
Book NowCome and join us for a spin on the bay and still be back in time to pick the kids up from school!
Several dates to choose from!
Book NowUpcoming Voyages
Stargazing on South Passage – Friday 6th to Sunday 8th October 2023
Friday 6th Oct 5pm - Sunday 8th October 4pm
PRICE REDUCTION - use code STORYTELLERS2023 to get $280 off the ticket price, making the entire weekend sailing event only $300.
Join South Passage for a weekend of liturature and stories, as we join forces with the Island Storytellers Festival! This voyage departs Manly from William Gunn Jetty on Friday 6th October at 5pm and sets sail for Peel Island. Over Saturday and Sunday, we will collect more people from the Southern Bay Islands, who will join us for “Whodunnit” and “Sea Shanty” sessions during the day. On the Saturday evening, you will have a private star-gazing session on board South Passage with our guest, the Astronomer Professor Duane Hamacher, who will unravel the night sky of the bay. After Sunday morning’s session, you will sail South Passage home to Manly Boat Harbour, disembarking by 4pm.
Book Now4-day Adult Public Voyages
4 days
$700
Come live on-board Queensland’s own Tall Ship and join the crew as we make our way up the Queensland coast from Moreton Bay to the Far North Queensland! These voyages are designed to cater for adults who want to experience an Adventure Under Sail. For voyages designed for young people, see our Youth Voyages section.
There are several legs to choose from. The cost includes all on-board meals, accommodation, training and safety equipment. No prior sailing experience required – just a dream to go sailing and a sense of adventure.
Do yourself a favour – join us for an experience of a life time!
Clicking on the link below will not necessarily mean you are making a booking….there is also plenty of information and, if you decide you’d like to come out with us, you can also book yourself a spot.
Book NowLend a Hand & Support Us
We have a proud tradition of fulfilling our vision:
"To create positive change in the lives of everyone who experiences South Passage - Adventure Under Sail".
I would like to make a tax-deductible donation to the South Passage Foundation.
This will be used to sponsor disadvantaged or at-risk people by funding berths on suitable ‘sail training’ voyages to provide them with a personal development opportunity.
I would like to support the operation of South Passage.
This will be used for maintenance and ongoing operating costs to keep South Passage viable.
Direct to South Passage - Non Tax Deductible
via the Australian Sports Foundation - for those that wish to claim a Tax Deduction
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