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Five Days Aboard Starsand: A Liveaboard Passage to the Abrolhos
A five-day liveaboard voyage on the 20 m S/V Starsand from Geraldton into the Abrolhos Islands, useful as a practical guide to what you’ll do, see, and pack for the trip.
Five Days Aboard Starsand: A Liveaboard Passage to the Abrolhos.
Join the crew aboard the 20 m S/V Starsand for a five-day liveaboard voyage to the Abrolhos Islands, sailing a 35-nautical-mile passage from Geraldton before spending four days moving between island groups to explore marine life, historic Dutch explorer sites and shipwreck stories. The Starsand blends comfortable accommodation with the pleasures of traditional sailing as you escape to remote island scenery above and below the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Starsand: a comfortable, traditional liveaboard
The trip is conducted aboard Starsand, a stylish 65 ft (20 m) yacht that offers comfortable accommodation and the feel of traditional sailing for a whole-boat five-day charter.
Swimming, snorkeling and abundant marine life
Expect time in the water and close encounters with the Abrolhos’ marine life during days spent hopping between island groups, with opportunities to swim and explore coastal waters.
Shipwrecks and Dutch explorer sites
The itinerary threads together historic Dutch explorer sites and shipwreck stories, pairing natural exploration with the archipelago’s storied maritime past.
What the day feels like
What the five-day liveaboard feels like
You’ll spend five days aboard the Starsand, making a 35-nautical-mile passage from Geraldton then four days sailing between the Abrolhos island groups. Days are a mix of passage-making, anchoring at remote islets, and getting in the water to swim and explore, with evenings aboard the yacht to dine and relax.
THE VESSEL
Starsand: a comfortable, traditional liveaboard
The trip is conducted aboard Starsand, a stylish 65 ft (20 m) yacht that offers comfortable accommodation and the feel of traditional sailing for a whole-boat five-day charter.
THE SEA
Swimming, snorkeling and abundant marine life
Expect time in the water and close encounters with the Abrolhos’ marine life during days spent hopping between island groups, with opportunities to swim and explore coastal waters.
THE HISTORY
Shipwrecks and Dutch explorer sites
The itinerary threads together historic Dutch explorer sites and shipwreck stories, pairing natural exploration with the archipelago’s storied maritime past.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who benefits most from this trip and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a five-day liveaboard charter; consult the operator for departure dates and seasonal considerations.
Confirm the operator’s recommended gear list before departure; plan for swimwear and personal items appropriate for a liveaboard.
This is a whole-boat five-day charter aboard Starsand; check meeting and embarkation details with the operator prior to travel.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Abrolhos Islands Adventure?
The trip is a five-day liveaboard voyage.
Where does the voyage depart from?
The itinerary notes departure from Geraldton for the 35-nautical-mile passage to the Abrolhos Islands; meeting location information lists Geographe Bay, Busselton, WA as the meeting point.
What vessel is used for the trip?
The trip is aboard the 20 m S/V Starsand, a stylish 65 ft yacht offering comfortable accommodation and traditional sailing.
How far is the passage to the Abrolhos?
The voyage includes a 35-nautical-mile passage from Geraldton to the Abrolhos Islands.
What will we do each day?
After the initial passage, the itinerary consists of four days sailing between island groups to explore marine life, visit historic Dutch explorer sites and learn shipwreck stories.
Who operates the Abrolhos Islands Adventure?
The trip is operated as a whole-boat charter aboard Starsand; the operator named in the trip information is Adventure Sailing.