Whitsundays under sail

Discover the magical Whitsunday Islands aboard a freshly rebuilt 50ft sailing yacht. Join a crew that knows the region and the vessel inside out.

Experience

Enjoy a front row seat to theWhitsundays hidden gems

Welcome aboard! This 2026 season we offer a rare chance to join us aboard our 50ft monohull, Trim, for an 8-day exploration of the Whitsunday Islands as we slowly make our way north-west towards Europe to finish our circumnavigation.

We’ll show you Whitsunday Islands from the comfort and privacy of our comprehensively restored blue-water vessel. Expect some of the Australia’s most breathtaking views, picturesque sunsets, peaceful anchorages and wildlife encounters.

Sailing yacht Trim. Our classic 50ft heavy displacement monohull.

One of the spots on our way: Brampton Island.

Supporters of our sailing project:

Route and itinerary

One way, 8-day sailing trip at a leisurely pace to explore the islands

6−14 August 2026 (8 nights aboard)

Sailing 2–3 hours a day northward, we’ll explore the islands between Mackay and Airlie Beach that make up the Cumberland Group in North Queensland.

Expect a variety of anchorages, daily island excursions, and plenty of time to relax and unwind along the way.

We’ve proposed dates that don’t overlap with the hustle and bustle of the upcoming Hamilton Island Race week.

Itinerary:

  • Aug 6 - Guest arrive in Mackay, tour of the yacht, safety briefing, dinner and first night aboard

  • Aug 7−10 - Morning departure, sailing Southern Cumberland Islands

  • Aug 11−14 - Sailing Whitsunday Islands, guests fly back home on the Aug 14th from the airport in Proserpine.

The approximate route from Mackay and Airle Beach, QLD.

Snapshot of our 2025 Whitsunday season
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What's included

Real cruising experience aboard an adventure yacht with an Australian skipper and Polish first mate.

We take care of all provisioning, fill-ups and marina bookings ahead of time. The boat is ready before the guests even step onboard.

While everyone is encouraged to participate in everyday running of the boat we both genuinely enjoy cooking and are happy to serve you our favourites.

Please let us know of any food allergies and preferences ahead of time.

Included are:

  • Delicious fresh meals, soft drinks and unlimited snacks aboard

  • Airport transfers to and from the boat 

  • Starlink satelite internet

  • Quality cotton bedding and towels

  • Petrol, diesel, water

  • High-performance offshore life-jackets and tethers

  • Fishing gear and bait

  • Up to two nights in a marina

Activities

  • Sailing

    Kick back and enjoy the scenery or join the fun and actively sail with Trim’s highly experienced skipper Alex. August is a great time of year to enjoy comfortable seas and steady SE winds.

    Underwater diver catching a lobster.

  • Island excursions

    We’ll take the dinghy for a spin to explore coves, bays and island trails. Pack your hiking shoes to climb the Whitsunday Peak with breathtaking 360 views.

    Sailboat anchored in a bay with lush green mountains and rocky cliffs in the background.

  • Secluded beaches

    We’ll take you to some of the most remote beaches in the island group. Clear water, white sand, wildlife and freshly picked coconuts.

    Snow-capped mountains with a modern building on a grassy hill.

  • Fishing

    We always aim to catch fresh fish for dinner. You’re welcome to give it a crack and use fishing rods and trolling lines aboard (under skipper’s supervision).

    Modern wooden cabin in a mountainous landscape with large glass window, surrounded by natural vegetation.
The boat

Trim is a 50ft blue-water yacht built for long voyages, comfort and safety at sea.

Trim is a Del Rey 50, designed by William Crealock and built in California in 1980. Only a handful of this model were ever built. Restored by us between 2018–2022, Trim balances classic lines with a bright, open interior and all-new systems.

Built for life at sea Trim can comfortably sleep 6-8 people (including crew) with two dinghies, two heads, two hot water showers (inside and outside), house-like electric galley and plenty of leisure area on the deck. 

Cabins

We only offer bunks for 2－4 guests for maximum comfort

Depending on the number of guests we offer different sleeping arrangements. Each cabin is custom fitted out with quality materials, reading lights, fans and deck hatches.

  • Single couple: V-berth bunk at the front and a private ensuite with a toilet and vanity

  • Two couples: Main bunk room with 4 single bunks and a shared bathroom with shower

Main bunk room (two couple cabin) with all natural linen, lee-cloths and medium-firm foam mattresses.

V-berth (single couple cabin) with all natural linen, towels and latex mattress.

Life aboard Trim
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Sailboat docked in a marina with an inflatable dinghy on deck and numerous other boats in the background at sunset.
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Interior of a boat cabin with wooden flooring, a dining area with a polished table, and a kitchenette featuring a small sink and cabinets.
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Interior of a boat cabin with a wooden dining table, blue cushioned seats, brass reading light, fruit basket, and large windows.
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The crew

Alex Gray

Skipper

Alex spent a lifetime on the water, starting with sailing the North Queensland coast with his Dad from the age of four. Since then, he has sailed over 45,000 nautical miles, crossing oceans both with crew and solo, from Europe and Africa to the most remote corners of the South Pacific. The safety of the vessel and crew is always at the forefront of his mind.
In addition to being a skilled sailor, Alex is an experienced shipwright with nearly a decade of expertise in marine carpentry, mechanical and electrical yacht systems.

Agata Gray

First mate

An architect turned live-aboard sailor and a remote-working designer. Before meeting Alex, Agata had no prior sailing experience. Her first overnight sail was an Atlantic Ocean crossing aboard Trim. She learned everything the hands-on way: working hand in hand with Alex, redesigning Trim’s interior, living aboard, and working remotely from her laptop at sea. She speaks fluent Polish and English as well as a bit of Spanish.

A few words from past crew.

  • " Alex stands out as one of the most well prepared and experienced."

    I have crewed with Alex through the Whitsundays, he is extremely capable! I have owned my own yacht and sailed with many people since - but Alex stands out as one of the most well prepared and experienced. I would absolutely trust him to skipper a yacht anywhere.

    – Kahlee Andrews (Managing Director at Devote Digital, ex-Adreno)

  • "I would not hesitate to join Alex and Agata on another adventure!"

    "I have sailed offshore with them in both Australia and Europe and could not recommend their skills and knowledge more highly. I would not hesitate to join them on another adventure!"

    - Nick Jaffe (Photographer, Author, Owner at Kohutt)

Get in Touch

Interested? Please fill out the form or alternatively reach us at crew@trimsailing.com.

We’ll get back to you soon as we can.