Sail the beautiful Whitsunday Islands and
Dive the Great Barrier Reef on board Kiana
About Kiana
Kiana
Kiana is a 60ft (16.5m) cutter rigged ketch that was launched in 1990. Purpose built as a charter sail and dive vessel no compromises were made in Kiana's design and fit out. Kiana's powerful diesel engine ensures you're never stranded if the wind should drop.
What is Ecotourism?
Ecotourism and nature tourism certification provide industry, protected area managers, local communities and travellers with an assurance that a certified product is backed by a commitment to best practice ecological sustainability, natural area management and the provision of quality ecotourism experiences. The Eco Certification program helps to ensure the preservation of the spectacular Whitsunday Islands and marine park.
Kiana is Advanced Eco Accredited
We operate in one of the most beautiful nature preserves in the world. Everything you see and do with us is dependent on the good health of our environment. Please respect the marine and national parks in which we operate and take care to have minimal impact on the areas we visit. By doing so you help ensure it may be shared with others in the future. The Eco Certification Program is a world first. It has been developed by industry for industry, addressing the need to identify genuine ecotourism and nature tourism operators in Australia. the Eco Certification Program is now being exported to the rest of the world as the International Ecotourism Standard.
More information on Eco tourism can be obtained from the Eco Tourism Australia Website.
Maximum 14 Guests
Kiana carries a maximum of 14 passengers ensuring that our guests are never crowded.
Professional Crew of Three
Our crew consists of a qualified Skipper, Dive Instructor and Cook/Deckhand. A crew of three ensures that Kiana's guests never lack attention.
All Meals Prepared Fresh on Board
All meals are prepared on board Kiana from fresh ingredients. Our unique "marine hangi" will satisfy the gourmet within you. The Hangi (pronounced hung-e) is a traditional New Zealand Maori method of cooking in an earth oven. On Kiana we have adapted this concept with our own marine version.
Roomy Air-conditioned Interior
Being a deep draft vessel Kiana is particularly roomy below decks. All cabins and the saloon are fully air-conditioned to ensure comfortable temperatures in the heat of the tropics. The quality of Kiana's teak finish provides an ambience that cannot be matched by the plastic alternatives.
Private Twin Cabins Available
Kiana has shared single and shared double accommodation. If you require more privacy we have private twin cabins available for a small extra charge.
Large Bathrooms with Ample Fresh Hot Water
Kiana has two large bathrooms with electric toilets and freshwater showers. Our high capacity hot water system ensure that hot water is always available.
Large Permanently Shaded Aft Deck
The tropical sun can be very severe, particularly on those with fair skin from cooler climates. Kiana provides the best of both worlds with ample deck space for sun baking and a huge permanently shaded rear deck where you can cool off. The rear deck also provides protection from the elements on those rare occasions when there is a tropical rain shower.
Fully Equipped including Dive Compressor
Kiana is fully equipped for both snorkelling and scuba diving so all you need to bring is a smile. Kiana has an onboard high capacity dive compressor so your diving will not be limited to the number of spare scuba tanks that can be carried as is the case with most sail and dive vessels.
Those Little Extras
Kiana has many extras that help to improve the quality of your adventure. For example Kiana's galley is fully electric with a microwave/convention oven.