Adelaide: Six-Hour Learn to Sail Maxi Yacht Experience with Gourmet Sandwiches & Snacks
Brindabella, known as The Peoples Maxi, is a legendary racing Maxi Yacht with a rich Australian Maritime History, honoured by a special “Exemplary Class Vessel” category from the Australian Maritime Museum. Your six-hour adventure will see you maximise boat speed at all sailing angles, then tuck into a spread of fruit, snacks and gourmet sandwiches to fuel your journey. The full day begins with a pre-sail briefing covering Brindabella’s history, the Royal Squadron, and the day’s sail plan. Prepare for a thrilling day at sea, complete with pre-reading topics and hands-on sailing experiences aboard this iconic vessel.
Inclusions
- Valid for one adult (18+) or two adults (18+)
- Six-Hour Learn to Sail Experience
- Discover Brindabella’s unique construction and racing heritage
- Take a comprehensive tour of the vessel
- Witness demonstrations of hydraulic sail trimming system, pedestal winches, and auxiliary winches
- Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned sailor, delve into the physics of sailing on Brindabella
- Develop your understanding of maritime navigation, including nautical charts, how a nautical mile and a knot of boat speed is derived and how it relates to navigation
- Take hand-held compass-bearing readings on board and understand how these are transposed to nautical charts to attain a position at sea
- Take the helm under the guidance of the experienced skipper
- Experience the unique thrill of acting as human ballast on the rail or relaxing in a pipe cot down below under full sail
- Upon booking, receive a welcome pack with insightful information about Brindabella, including her construction, systems, and heritage
- Available selected dates: By appointment. Please see Booking Calendar
- Departure Point: Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron, 750 Victoria Road Outer Harbor, South Australia 5018
- Bookings valid to 31 July 2026
Pricing & availability
750 Victoria Road
Things to know
- Come prepared for all weather conditions a wind proof jacket and flat soled shoes are highly recommended. You are welcome to bring a bag with a change of clothes as there is ample room on board
Selected dates
Availability:
- Available selected dates: By appointment. Please see Booking Calendar
- Departure Point: Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron, 750 Victoria Road Outer Harbor, South Australia 5018 Brindabella will be departing at exactly the scheduled time due to tide restrictions so all guests must arrive at the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron at least 30 minutes prior to this time. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer
- Bookings valid to 31 July 2026
Important:
- Exclusions: Additional food and drinks not mentioned, hotel transfers and optional gratuities
- Please note the rate is per person for the group of two deal type
- Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking or by emailing hello@brindabellasailing.com.au
- Set dining inclusions apply. Valid for dine-in only. Images and menu description are provided as an example only
- An array of quality South Australian wines and beverages are available to purchase on board at the bar. Drinks are not included but are available for purchase from the onboard bar, payable directly to Brindabella
- Smoking is not permitted
- No sailing experience is required
- Cooler months actually present gentler sailing conditions on the water
- If you have mobility issues, please let the Brindabella crew know so they can work with you to make your day enjoyable. There is a need to move across the boat at times (such as through a tack), however they have some positions on board where this movement is minimal and can be assisted
- Please allow up to four hours for this experience
Terms & Conditions:
- Must be aged 18+ for this experience and provide valid ID upon request
- The safety of passengers and crew is the top priority. In the event of adverse weather conditions or other safety concerns, Brindabella Sailing reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the charter. If your trip is cancelled due to safety reasons, Brindabella will roll bookings to a new event date that suits both parties
- Brindabella Sailing and its crew are not liable for any loss, damage, injury or death that may occur during the sailing trip, except where caused by tour operator’s negligence or breach of these terms and conditions
- Brindabella can operate in a very wide range of wind conditions due to her extensive sail inventory. Brindabella can also utilise the Port River for a very exciting sailing experience. Rain is not really an issue either – whilst it is hard to avoid rain, your captain can see it coming for miles and navigate around showers
- Passengers must follow all safety instructions given by the crew and wear appropriate safety gear when required. Passengers with medical conditions should inform the crew before boarding
- Vessel is subject to change depending on availability and maintenance requirements
Cancellations:
- Cancellations made more than 72 hours prior to the scheduled departure time: 50% cancellation fee will be applied
- Cancellations within 72 hours of the scheduled departure time, or are a late arrival or no-show to your booking: 100% cancellation fee will be applied
- Transfer of bookings can be negotiated on a case-by-case basis if requested within 72 hours of departure
Changes to Booking:
- 72 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Brindabella Sailing
Explore South Australia on a sailing adventure aboard the spectacular 80-foot Maxi Yacht, the Brindabella. This luxurious vessel hosts individual half and full-day cruises to overnight and private charters, so you can set off on a breathtaking and unforgettable adventure on the water.