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
Everyone is a Participant in ROPES
We offer participants from all backgrounds a unique growth opportunity where they are placed outside their comfort zone, experiencing the force of nature and the benefits of team work.
South Passage - Adventure under Sail’s ROPES program is central to the achievement of our Vision and Purpose.
It focuses our efforts on conducting voyages that deliver in terms of the experience for both our crew and our passengers. Everyone is a participant in ROPES.
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”.
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Build confidence
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Develop personal skills & team work
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Team building
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Delivering a boat load of fun
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Experience sailing
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Create lasting memories
Upcoming Day Sails
Townsville Day Sails – Saturday 2nd July & Sunday 14th August
6 hours: 10am-4pm
$96
Re-live the romance and adventure of traditional sailing on a modern ship. You can do as much or as little work as you like. Either jump in and haul on ropes to hoist the sails, grab the wheel and – with the skipper’s permission and supervision – guide the big ship, or sit back, enjoy a drink and watch the world sail by.
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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!
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Combine both sea and land exploration and escape those winter blues aboard Queensland’s only tall ship…South Passage.
Get away from the world, leave your emails and text messages behind and take on the sea! This is a modern ship built and operated along traditional lines. Be part of the crew sailing the beautiful 100ft gaff-rigged schooner heading out to the open ocean travelling for 7 adventure-filled days. There will be many beautiful spots to stop, swim, snorkel and explore along the magnificent Queensland coast From Townsville to Mackay.
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Youth Voyages
3, 4, 5,7 or 8 days
$160 per day
Designed especially to cater for The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award participants, one of our voyages covers both the Practice and Qualifying components of your Adventurous Journey.
We have a Youth Voyage scheduled for every set of school holidays and can sometimes offer a 3-day Bronze voyage over a long weekend. You can also use our 5-day Silver or 7-day Gold voyage for the Gold Residential.
Voyages take place right up and down the eastern seaboard, from Cairns to Sydney as well as in our home base of Moreton Bay.
You don’t have to be enrolled in The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award to participate in one of our Youth Voyages – just be aged 14 – 20 and be keen for an Adventure Under Sail.
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
We're Looking for Volunteers
South Passage is a not for profit organisation, wholly run by its volunteer members. Membership of South Passage - Adventure under Sail is open to anyone with an interest in sailing, adventure or with a desire to make a difference in the lives of young people.
There are opportunities to sail on South Passage as a Watch Leader or paid crew or to assist in the many other roles required to keep South Passage sailing.
Download a Membership Application Form
Please refer to our Code of Conduct before completing your Membership Form
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South Passage - Adventure Under Sail
8/188 Stratton Terrace, Manly
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Such a wonderful experience, would definitely recommend all the staff and volunteers were lovely and so kind! Definitely worth having ago especially if you have never sailed before, definitely Beginner friendly.
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Highly recommended! Went for an afternoon/early evening cruise and had a blast! You can help on deck if you want to, the crew (mostly volunteers) were very knowledgeable and handled the ship very well!
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We have done several trips with South Passage and each one has been fantastic. South Passage offers a great opportunity to get on the water, learn some new skills, meet new people and have an adventure for all ages.
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After completing a 7 day Sail with Friends, where we sailed out of Townsville , I would highly recommend South Passage. We visited the Islands in that area for 7 days, walking to see spectacular vistas and waterfalls, swimming and snorkelling … More - the coral was amazing as were the fish and turtles. Seeing whales and dolphins, sea snakes and gorgeous sun sets and rises. The crew and volunteers made the journey good fun, and we met some terrific fellow ‘sailors’. The cook kept us all well fed too. A week to remember.
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Fabulous day on board. This experience really gives you the feel of being an old world schooner. Loved the fact there was no machinery above deck so all the tasks are done by hand.
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Absolutely loved our day out on The South Passage. Skipper John and his crew were helpful & friendly and made it a memorable day for us. As motorboat owners it was good to see how a sail ship operates and I loved joining in with all … More aspects of it......Just wish we had more wind, but maybe next time!
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Great way to celebrate 50th Birthday. Had a near full moon very calm sailing experience. Got some time on the helm. You can help out as much or as little as you like. Thank you for the experience.
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Amazing crew. A great opportunity to help hoist sails and take the helm of a 100 foot schooner. Absolutely beautiful Friday sunset sailing out on the bay. Amazing value too. Go along and support this business. We will next time we are in … More Brisbane.
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I enjoyed a wonderful day sailing with South Passage! The Skipper and crew were so friendly and engaging. They went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a great time. You can be as involved as you want and help hoist the sails and … More steer or just sit back and relax and enjoy the day. I would love to do this trip again! -
This was a great day out for those who like to be involved. The staff were friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. It was relaxing while allowing you to help with steering and pulling up and down the sails.
Recommended for young and old alike. … More -
Our cruise on board the South Passage was absolutely perfect. The weather was glorious, the volunteer crew so professional, encouraging and communicative. We were able to see up close first hand how a big sailing ship operates. It’s not … More your normal sit about drinking wine, trailing your hand in the water sort of trip. It’s more a pull on that rope, would you like a turn at the helm, take your own sandwiches, nearly forgot to eat them, kind of thing. A wonderfully engaging experience, don’t miss your chance while Covid is keeping it in Qld.
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Had a fantastic day out on the water on South Passage. For those who wanted to help with the sailing you could, which only really took a couple of minutes, then it was just a lovely trip to anchor off Peel Island and jump in the water for … More a swim.
Couldn't believe it was so cheap for a whole day out on the water. The crew were great and will definitely do it again. Highly recommend. -
It was everything I expected and more.
The crew were passionate about the work.
Loved that we got to help and experience working the ship or we could just sit back and watch it all happening. I could not recommend this more as a great … More family day out. -
I have had experience of South Passage over several years. Initially through taking several groups of senior students on an exciting adventure sail from Cairns to Townsville. Also buying South Passage sailing shirts for use on and off the … More water. Both their adventures and products are excellent value. The staff and volunteers are highly skilled and lovely people to deal with. Products are value for money and service is exceptional. I highly recommend this company on all levels.
