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At Explore Group we offer a diverse range of unique, memorable, once in a lifetime marine-based experiences in the beautiful surroundings of the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef.

In this document we have outlined a range of options to cater to your requirements. Times and prices are indicative and with more detail, options can be discussed further and tailored to your requirements. Here are some key pieces of information to bear in mind:

Vessels depart from opposite the Explore office on Front Street, Hamilton Island Marina – ‘A’ pontoon or from Airlie Beach Quotes are based on a per-vessel rate – no minimum numbers required, maximum numbers as stated. Prices include GST Vessels are subject to availability and confirmed upon bookingCatering and beverage options are available and are detailed if included – subject to vessel/chosen optionExtras such as Diving, vessel branding, flags, GoPro camera hire etc. are available on request – just ask for more details

I hope this document gives you an idea of what we are able to provide for your group and if you there’s anything else you need, please feel free to get in touch with me to discuss these options or any of our products in more depth.

We look forward to welcoming you on board!

Tom Myatt

Charters & Events Manager

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VesselsS.V. On the Edge…………………………………………….......4M.V. Reef Explorer……………………………………….........5M.V. Island Explorer…………………………………………….6

On-Board Catering (for above vessels)………………………….7Optional Extras………………………………………………..... 8Terms & Conditions……………………………………………. 9-10

S.V. On the EdgeVessel type: SailVessel Length: 20m Capacity: 58 people• Shaded canopy area• ‘Trampoline’ net seating area• 2x WCs, Freshwater shower• Tender for beach transfers

M.V. Reef ExplorerVessel type: PowerVessel Length: 24m Capacity: 70 people• Indoor lower deck• Open upper & front deck• 4x WCs, Freshwater showers• Tender for beach transfers

M.V. Island ExplorerVessel type: PowerVessel Length: 24m Capacity: 70 people• Indoor lower deck• Open upper, front & back deck• 4x WCs, Freshwater showers• Tender for beach transfers

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Board our comfortable, purpose-built sailing 20m catamaran ‘On The Edge’ and sail around the Whitsundays in style. Stop off at some of the areas most stunning locations to swim, snorkel or just sit back and relax either on board or on the pristine white sands of Whitehaven Beach.

Choose from one of the following options or ask us about tailoring a package to suit your requirements:

Chalkies Beach for snorkelling

Whitehaven Beach (Southern end) to swim andrelax

• Includes morning tea, buffet lunch and afternoon fruitplatter

$5,450 - up to 25 guests (+ $85pp additional guests to a maximum of 58 guests)

Scenic 1.5hr twilight sail throughout the WhitsundayPassage and around Hamilton Island

• Includes selected beverages and sunset nibblesplatter

$2,350 - up to 25 guests (+ $60pp additional guests to a maximum of 58 guests)

Additional hour: $1500 per hour (subject to availability) Snorkelling: mask, snorkel and fins provided

Vessel type (Sail/Power): SailVessel Length: 20m Capacity: 58 people

Full Day excursion including 4 hours of sailing and 2 locationvisits:

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As one of our largest vessels, our 24m custom designed high-speed power catamaran 'Reef Explorer' offers a fast, safe and comfortable ride to your chosen destination in the Whitsundays and/or Great Barrier Reef. With options for exploring, swimming, snorkelling and diving for both novice and experienced divers, Reef Explorer can offer it all.

Choose from one of the following options or ask us about tailoring a package to suit your requirements:

Full Day excursion including approximately 2 hours of cruising with up to 2 location visits. Location options can include:

• Includes morning tea, buffet lunch and afternoontea

$9,100 - up to 35 guests (+ $120pp additional guests to a maximum of 70 guests)

Half Day excursion including approximately 2 hours of cruising with 1 location visit. Location options can include:

• Charter timing options:

Morning 08.30am – 12.30pm

Afternoon 1.00pm – 5.00pm

• Morning or afternoon tea (depending on chosen charter time)

$5,400 - up to 35 guests (+ $70pp additional guests to a maximum of 70 guests)

Additional hour: $1500 per hour (subject to availability)

Diving: available on request – additional fees apply (see Optional Extras)

Snorkelling: mask, snorkel and fins provided

Vessel type (Sail/Power): PowerVessel Length: 24m Capacity: 70 people

• Bait Reef – snorkel locations x2 • Hook Island – various snorkel locations• Hill Inlet• Whitehaven Beach

• Hook Island – various snorkel locations• Hill Inlet• Whitehaven Beach

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Based out of Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island, our newest vessel - 24m power catamaran 'Island Explorer' offers a fast, safe and comfortable ride to our private mooring at the Great Barrier Reef and other locations in the Whitsundays. With options for exploring, swimming, snorkelling and diving, Island Explorer can offer it all.

Choose from one of the following options or ask us about tailoring a package to suit your requirements:

Additional hour: $1500 per hour (subject to availability)

*Relocation costs may apply based on finish destination

Diving: available on request – additional fees apply (see Optional Extras)

Snorkelling: mask, snorkel and fins provided

Vessel type (Sail/Power): PowerVessel Length: 24m Capacity: 70 people

Full Day excursion including approximately 2 hours of cruising with up to 2 location visits. Location options can include:

• Includes morning tea, buffet lunch and afternoontea

$9,100 - up to 35 guests (+ $120pp additional guests to a maximum of 70 guests)

Half Day excursion including approximately 2 hours of cruising with 1 location visit. Location options can include:

• Charter timing options:

Morning 08.30am – 12.30pm

Afternoon 1.00pm – 5.00pm

• Morning or afternoon tea (depending on chosen charter time)

$5,400 - up to 35 guests (+ $70pp additional guests to a maximum of 70 guests)

• Bait Reef – snorkel locations x2 • Hook Island – various snorkel locations• Hill Inlet• Whitehaven Beach

• Hook Island – various snorkel locations• Hill Inlet• Whitehaven Beach

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• Chocolate mini muffins, blueberry mini muffins and assortedbiscuits• A selection of black and herbal teas, coffee and Milo withdairy and non-dairy milk

options

• Virginia ham, marinated chicken breast and English cornedbeef• Locally caught and cooked king prawns with fresh lemon and cocktail sauce• Sliced Australian cheese, sun ripened tomatoes, continental cucumber, mixed leaves

and grated carrot• Soft tortilla wraps and bakery rolls with mayonnaise, chutney, mustard and condiments

• Cheese platter of King Island Surprise Bay cheddar cheese, Endeavour blue and Cape Wickham brie with dried fruit and crackers

• Seasonal fruit platter

• A selection of black and herbal teas, coffee and Milo with dairy andnon-dairy milk option

• Seasonal fruit platter

• Carrot sticks and celery sticks, Chef’s seasonal dip, Kalamata mixed olives, spiced salami, pickled onions, Smoked King Island cheddar cheese, dried fruit and crackers

For options that include catering as part of the charter package, the below catering options will apply:

The following drinks are available to purchase on-board via cash/credit card, tab or room charge (by pre-arrangement)

BeerGreat Northern

XXXX Gold$7.00$7.00

CiderSomersby AppleCider

Somersby Pear Cider$7.00$7.00

Wine/SparklingMoore’s Creek Brut Cuvee, NVCheckerboard Sauvignon Blanc, 2017 SA

D’Arenburg Stump Jump Shiraz, 2016 SA

$7.00$7.00$7.00

Soft drinks and juices $3.00

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- From $1,000 (additional to charter fee)Minimum Dive FeeIncludes:

- All equipment

- Dive deck manager- 1x instructor – for up to 6 certified divers or 4 intro divers

-Additional instructor

Instructor requirements:

+ $500 per instructorCertified Divers – 1 instructor per 6 certified divers

Introductory Divers – 1 instructor per 4 introductorydivers

Includes:

- GoPro Hero+ Camera with floating handle

- 8GB SD card and adapter

- Camera tuition

(Subject to availability – pre-booking required)

Subject to Quantities, Artwork etc.

- Custom Flags

- Branded clothing (Hats, Tees etc.)

$65 Full Day

$45 Half Day

Diving is only available if requested by prior arrangement and includes additional fees as set out below. Divers must complete various pre-dive paperwork and beginners must complete a compulsory pool skills session the day prior to the charter date.

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The Contract Your contract is with Denison Star Pty Ltd trading as Explore Hamilton Island. Once you have made your booking and paid a deposit, the cost of your charter as quoted will normally not be subject to any change. However, Explore

Hamilton Island reserves the right to amend charges relating to any increases in GST, Government and Reef Taxes as applicable. Where a charter is booked for the following year, the charter rates that are available at the time of booking will be

honoured, only when confirmation and deposit payment have been received. All food and beverage availability and pricing is subject to change without notice, though otherwise valid until 31 December 2018.

Deposit & Payment A non-refundable deposit of $500.00 is required within 14 days of booking to secure the requested vessel and date. This can be paid by cash, credit card or direct deposit. Visa and MasterCard payments attract a 1.24%

processing fee, with AMEX payments attracting a 1.60% processing fee. Diners card is not accepted. Eftpos transactions do not attract a surcharge. The balance is then due no later than 21 days prior to the charter date.

For direct deposit -Name: Explore Hamilton Island

BSB: 084 501

Account: 54 0855421

A contract exists as soon as the deposit is paid and by making that payment you will be deemed to have accepted our quotation invoice and agree to be bound by our booking conditions.

Booking Confirmation Your booking is not confirmed until the non-refundable deposit has been paid and received and advice of this received in writing. Verbal notifications should not be relied upon and may be treated as tentative advice only.

Payment Policy The non-refundable deposit is acceptance of the Term & Conditions as set out here and are subject to change. The full balance of your booking must be paid no later than 7 days prior to your charter date.

All charter details and requirements, including final numbers and food and beverage specifications, are to be confirmed no later than 7 days prior to your charter date. The final charge will be based on this information. If you do not specify your

food and beverage requirements by this requested timing, we reserve the right to select your menu and charge accordingly. All food and beverage is subject to availability and seasonal changes. Beverages on consumption may be paid for on the

day.

Sole Use The minimum fees listed throughout this portfolio are required to be paid to utilise the vessel as a sole use charter. Any unutilised minimum spend amount will be forfeited by the client and cannot be utilised for takeaway or for use

outside the agreed charter service period.

Passenger Numbers An estimate of passenger numbers must be provided upon booking. Final passenger numbers must be confirmed no later than 7 days prior to charter. Final charges will be based on advised final numbers. A guest list of

names and ages of guests under 18 years old attending the cruise must be provided no later than 7 days prior to the cruise.

Cancellation Policy Deposits paid are non-refundable. Clients are permitted one postponement, if notice of postponement is received at least 1 month prior to the charter date.

Cancellation 30 days prior to your charter date will incur no additional charge other than the non-refundable deposit; Cancellations 21 days prior to your charter date will incur a 50% fee of the full charter cost including food and

beverage charges; Cancellations within 14 days of your charter date will incur a 100% fee of the full charter cost including food and beveragecharges.

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Weather All charters are subject to weather and tidal conditions and the crew’s discretion. Whilst every endeavour will be made to accommodate destination requests, the weather will play a vital role in such decision. We reserve the right to cancel the

tour, change the destination or vessel on the day, or remain at dock, depending on the conditions to ensure the safety of our passengers and crew. In the event that Explore cancels the tour you will be offered a full refund or an alternate date of travel.

Unscheduled Maintenance Should the vessel you have chosen require unscheduled maintenance, Explore will offer a full refund, alternate vessel or an alternate date of travel.

Indemnity Upon booking a charter, the organiser must accept responsibility for the proper conduct of themselves and any members of their party. We reserve the right to remove or refuse any guest, luggage or goods from the vessel without reason.

Upon such termination, our responsibility for your charter ceases and we shall not be liable for any extra costs or liabilities incurred by you or your party.

All RSA legislation will be upheld on board. Alcohol will not be served to patrons under the age of 18 years or to intoxicated guests. It is at the discretion of our staff to continue, or discontinue, to serve alcohol to guests on board.

Clients are financially responsible for any damages sustained to the vessel, its property and contents, prior to, during and/or after the event by the client, guests or contractors engaged by the client.

Explore Group takes no liability or responsibility for the loss of personal property on board the vessel or during a tour.

By requisition of a booking and paying a deposit, you acknowledge and accept these Terms & Conditions.