Here’s a chance to go to go back in time. Why not join South Passage on a voyage from Mackay to Rosslyn Bay, a 5-day mini break from emails, timetables and TV as you join the crew to sail a 100ft gaff-rigged schooner the traditional way. South Passage is a two-masted 100 foot (30.5m), gaff rigged schooner.  She is a modern ship, launched in 1993, but built on the design of the 19th century pilot schooners that operated off the east cost of America.  She is sailed the traditional way where everything is done by hand.

Set Sail on an unforgettable 4-day voyage aboard South Passage from Rosslyn Bay to Bundaberg. A mini break from emails, timetables and TV as you join the crew to sail a 100ft gaff-rigged schooner the traditional way. South Passage is a two-masted 100 foot (30.5m), gaff rigged schooner.  She is a modern ship, launched in 1993, but built on the design of the 19th century pilot schooners that operated off the east cost of America.  She is sailed the traditional way where everything is done by hand.

Set Sail on an unforgettable overnight voyage aboard South Passage – stunning coastal scenery awaits. Experience life under sail along the stunning Fraser Coast, with breathtaking scenery, sunset at sea, and the camaraderie of tall ship sailing as you journey overnight from Bundaberg to Hervey Bay. Join the crew to sail a 100ft gaff-rigged schooner the traditional way. South Passage is a two-masted 100 foot (30.5m), gaff rigged schooner.  She is a modern ship, launched in 1993, but built on the design of the 19th century pilot schooners that operated off the east cost of America.  She is sailed the traditional way where everything is done by hand.

Join us as voyage crew on Queensland’s sail training ship, “South Passage”, on a 6-day sail from Townsville to Mackay through the magical Whitsundays! 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 6 adventure-filled days.

Explore the waters from Moreton Bay to Hervey Bay via the Great Sandy Straits and Fraser Island on an epic 5-day “Adventure Under Sail”.
Will suit Bronze, Silver and Gold Residential Duke of Edinburgh participants.

Perfect for Bronze, Silver and Gold Residential Duke of Edinburgh participants.This voyage is suitable for beginners and first-time sailors. All training and supervision are provided by our experienced crew and Watch Leaders.

This voyage can count as a Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Bronze Adventurous Journey – but it doesn’t have to be that….it can just be a great way to explore the Bay and have a sailing adventure!

Here’s your chance to experience first hand what it is like to sail a 100 foot ship the traditional way. Sail up the East Coast from Coffs Harbour…past Yamba, Cape Byron, Point Danger, the Gold Coast and through the Southport Seaway completing the voyage along the channels between the southern Moreton Bay Islands to Manly.

As a part of our voyage crew, you will be taking part in all aspects of operating the ship – hoisting sails, keeping a lookout, doing anchor watch, sailing through the night, navigating, taking the helm, and enjoy the environment – the sea life and the exhilaration of sailing.

A great way to start the school holidays!!

Come Sail on South Passage, Queensland’s tall ship. Create memories that will last a lifetime! Join South Passage as she explores Sydney Harbour and then out through the Heads. 

Perfect for a Bronze, Silver or Gold Residential Duke of Edinburgh Adventurous Journey.

Perfect Duke of Edinburgh Gold Activity!!!

Come Sail on South Passage, Queensland’s tall ship. Create memories that will last a lifetime! Join South Passage on her voyage north from Sydney to Brisbane. Possible stops along the way include Broken Bay (Refuge Bay – site of significant historical interest and a beautiful waterfall), Newcastle Harbour and Broughton Island, Coffs Harbour and Southport and Morteon Bay. 

Here’s your chance to experience first hand what it is like to sail a 100 foot ship the traditional way.  South Passage is a sail training ship used to develop sailing and life skills as well as providing a unique and fun-filled adventure against the backdrop of the breath taking scenery of the east coast of Australia.

South Passage is a two-masted 100 foot (30.5m), gaff-rigged schooner.  She is a modern ship, launched in 1993, but built on the design of the 19th century pilot schooners that operated off the east cost of America.  She is sailed the traditional way where everything is done by hand.