Portland Roads

If you have ever dreamed of doing a sailing holiday then do what we did, hire a Portland Roads 50 Catamaran!

What a blast! We had a ball.
We honestly didnt want to go home.
The whole experience was seamless, *** set us straight on the in and outs of sailing the boat, the cleaners had left the boat absolutely spotless, all we had to do was provision the boat.
Without doubt the best Aussie holiday we have had.

Thanks Portland Roads.

Absolutely Perfect!

After 20+ hours of travel from the US, we met Skipper Josh at the marina and immediately left the world behind us. The four of us could not have asked for a better experience in the Whitsundays (or anywhere in the world for that matter)! Our catamaran was clean, comfortable and made for an excellent home for the week. Skipper Josh was not only an expert sailor, he was a superb guide and excellent cook (we bought the Platinum package). We are seasoned travelers (albeit first holiday sailing like this) and honestly put this trip at the very top of anything we have ever done. If a simple, relaxing and picturesque holiday is what you are looking for- and at an exceptional value- Portland Roads is the way to go! Thanks again to Josh, John and your Portland Roads team for your hospitality- Mike, Kym, Josh and Dawn.

Amazing

What an incredible experience! Spending a week on the Portland Roads boat was near perfect.The boat itself is stunning, comfortable and spacious. The back of the boat with the outdoor dining table made for the perfect meal/chill position, and for the sunny days the shade cloths were a perfect protection from the sun. The front of the boat is very spacious and with the comfortable daybeds made for an amazing afternoon watching the beautiful sunsets. Josh our skipper was INCREDIBLE! He was super friendly, very knowledgeable and took us to beautiful places! I also felt very safe with him in charge. I hope to get the chance to holiday with Portland Roads again very soon! And would highly recommend booking with them for anyone wanting a perfect holiday through the beautiful Whitsundays!

Recently spent a week sailing onboard "Portland Roads" and would have been equally as thrilled if we never left the port! The boat was so luxurious, spacious and comfortable. It had everything we thought we could have needed plus more! Cannot recommend the Master Reef Guide and Ngaro Experience enough. The knowledge shared and learned on this trip will never be forgotten and it was amazing to know we were contributing to a business that is working with and being so respectful of the traditional land owners as well as being CARBON NEGATIVE. What an awesome achievement from John and the gang at Portland Roads! Loved absolutely everything about our week away (even my sea legs that I still can't seem to shake)!

After 20+ hours of travel from the US, we met Skipper *** at the marina and immediately left the world behind us. The four of us could not have asked for a better experience in the Whitsundays (or anywhere in the world for that matter)! Our catamaran was clean, comfortable and made for an excellent home for the week. Skipper *** was not only an expert sailor, he was a superb guide and excellent cook (we bought the Platinum package). We are seasoned travelers (albeit first holiday sailing like this) and honestly put this trip at the very top of anything we have ever done. If a simple, relaxing and picturesque holiday is what you are looking for- and at an exceptional value- Portland Roads is the way to go! Thanks again to ***, *** and your Portland Roads team for your hospitality- ***, Kym, *** and ***.

We had a fabulous time on ***s catamaran œSouthern Man. It was a beautiful boat, in excellent condition and very functional, particularly with all the living space on the one level. There were en-suites for each cabin which was fantastic. Mark went over and above to make sure the experience was a good as possible. He was always available when we had questions, and he decked the boat out with extras such as a coffee machine and soda stream. He also fitted a TV which we didnt end up using as we just loved snorkling, sailing, hiking, watching the sunrises and sunsets, and playing cards.

We loved it so much we will be back next year.

BEST HOLIDAYS EVER! On this my 3rd sailing trip with the team from Portland Roads, we've once again been entranced by the beauty of the Whitsundays while being spoilt with 5plus star meals and service. The Skipper's knowledge and attention to detail are exceptional and he goes above and beyond to make every trip memorable. Hated going home and already planning a 4th trip. Thanks for another unforgettable holiday. This should be on everybody's bucket list - more than once! Highly recommended.

A wonderful 10 days sailing the Whitsundays on Portland Road. The boat is spacious and easy to sail when you get familiar with it. The galley is well equipped although leave space in the fridge to ensure they reach a cold temperature. The boat is air conditioned but this doesnt function well enough in the cabins to keep them at a comfortable temperature during hot summer nights, but this wouldnt be an issue in the cooler months. Without air conditioning the port cabins can be a little stuffy. There was constant support from the team on the twice daily checkins. This was a great experience

An absolute MUST

My time aboard Portland Roads is something I'll cherish forever. Surrounded by absolute bliss, Portland Roads was not only very spacious and comfortable but the staff really knew the best spots! Snorkeling was definitely one of my highlights, swimming with hundreds of fish, right infront of me! Absolutely incredible. Professional and knowledgable, our Skipper Josh, a Master Reef Guide, educated us endlessly on both the marine and indigenous culture surrounding the Whitsunday Islands. The food was amazing, catering to my food requirements. If that isn't enough, their eco-awareness and action is extremely admirable and a leap in the right direction for all marine companies. Guaranteed lifetime memories, I've said it once and I'll say it again - An absolute MUST!