Your next holiday aboard historic tall ship Solway Lass
Solway Lass is older than the oldest living human. This magnificent tall ship is the longest continuously operated tourism vessel globally. Charm and history ooze from bow to stern. Ghost stories, true or not, are shared with passion. It’s a superb marine experience.
The Whitsundays, with its stunning beaches, azure waters, marine life and coral, is a wonderful backdrop for this sailing adventure. Activities change with the seasons. Solway Lass becomes a floating hotel in the summer and offers a range of longer specialised trips in the winter.
Plan your next holidays in the Whitsundays on Solway Lass.
Choose a trip full of fun and activities to suit your friends and family.
Create remarkable memories.
Summer 2024 | 2025
Solway Voyager
3 Day, 2 Night Cruise
October 24 to April 25
Are you ready for an island summer vacation? For three days and two nights, you’ll discover the very best destinations in the Whitsunday Islands.
There’s no better vessel to accompany you on this unforgettable adventure than the Solway Lass. A storied and timeless tall ship that offers a unique experience not available anywhere else in the world.
Designed especially for our adventurous and sociable guests, this summer voyage promises fun and adventure at every turn. You’ll create memories that will last a lifetime.
Winter 2025
Select from a range of special tours May 2025 to October 2025
The winter turns the Whitsunday islands into a wonderland. The mild, sunny days are perfect for walking. The National Park tracks are almost exclusively accessible by boat, making this trip unique. Join a group of like-minded walkers as you hike to amazing views of the islands and the azure waters of the Whitsundays.
The Cruise - Sunshine and Whales
Winter in the Whitsundays is almost perfect. From June to October each year, temperatures average 24 to 25 degrees, it seldom rains. Humidity is low, and the sky is an amazing blue that locals call Instagram Blue. Add whales, and you have the perfect backdrop to a winter getaway.
Your trip your way. Private charters are a great way to reconnect and unwind with friends or family. Each winter, we organise around ten private charters, from reunions to 60th birthdays to yoga retreats.We tailor each charter to meet your requirements.
Perfect for groups of up to thirty people.
Summer Activities on Solway Lass | December to May
Enjoy the very best of the Whitsundays this summer.
Live aboard Solway Lass, enjoy the air-conditioned comfort and completed shaded deck. Our floating hotel anchors in stunning locations and then combines with the Explore Whitsundays’ fleet to provide the most diverse and exciting island and marine experiences.
Winter Activities on Solway Lass | May to November
The winter turns the Whitsunday islands into a wonderland. The mild, sunny days are perfect for walking. The National Park tracks are almost exclusively accessible by boat, making this trip unique. Join a group of like-minded walkers as you hike to amazing views of the islands and the azure waters of the Whitsundays.
Your trip your way. Private charters are a great way to reconnect and unwind with friends or family. Each winter, we organise around ten private charters, from reunions to 60th birthdays to yoga retreats. We tailor each charter to meet your requirements. Perfect for groups of up to thirty people.
Annual school trips on Solway Lass have become a tradition for schools across Australia. From three to seven nights, groups of 20 to 30 students experience Solway Lass as their floating classroom. There are limited opportunities available in the next year.