Brindabella Sailing

About Brindabella Sailing

Brindabella Sailing operates Brindabella, an 80-foot maxi yacht with a long ocean-racing history, now listed as a historic vessel. She is based at the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron in Outer Harbor and runs ticketed sails as well as private hire of the whole boat for up to 36 guests on day trips. Private groups choose between two styles. A smooth-water motor cruise suits a relaxed function, while the full sailing charter puts the crew to work hoisting enormous sails as the yacht leans into the wind. Guests do not need any experience. They act as ballast during manoeuvres, and can take a supervised turn at the helm. The operator promotes the yacht for intimate weddings and special events, and for corporate days built around team building, client hosting and celebrating milestones. Sunrise and sunset sails, fully catered days or simple grazing platters can all be arranged, along with an optional Aboriginal guide who shares stories of the land and sea. The yacht is fully licensed, stocking South Australian wines, beers, ciders, gin and soft drinks, and the kitchen turns out seasonal seafood menus with substitutes for any dietary need. When the gulf is rough, the crew can switch to the Port River, so few days are lost to weather. For something bigger, a full-day charter can sail south to Port Willunga for lunch at a McLaren Vale winery.

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