100 Magic Miles of the Great Barrier Reef: The Whitsunday Islands 15th Edition

The Definitive Guide to Australia’s Premier Sailing Destination

For over 40 years, 100 Magic Miles has been the trusted authority on navigating and exploring the Whitsunday Islands. Now in its 15th Edition, extensively revised and updated for 2025, this essential guidebook remains the most comprehensive, informative, and beautifully produced cruising guide available for Queensland’s island-studded paradise.

Whether you’re chartering for a week, cruising full-time, planning a sea kayaking expedition, or managing a fleet, 100 Magic Miles is considered “the bible” by skippers and locals alike—and for good reason. No other resource comes close to offering the depth, clarity, and practical wisdom this book delivers on every page.

What Sets 100 Magic Miles Apart?

✅ Trusted by Locals, Loved by Skippers Worldwide

Often referred to by yachties as “the bible of the Whitsundays,” this guide is the single most relied-upon source of knowledge for navigating the Whitsundays and its surrounding reefs, islands, and anchorages. It is updated regularly to reflect real conditions on the water, changes to regulations, and local knowledge you won’t find anywhere else.

✅ Comprehensive, Practical, and Field-Tested

The 15th Edition includes the latest details on moorings, reef protection zones, navigation marks, marinas, anchorages, and shore-based facilities. This includes updates on:

• Lindeman Island

• Hook Island

• South Molle Island

• Brampton and Keswick Islands

• Hamilton Island

• Shute Harbour and Airlie Beach

Everything from marine park permits to fuel dock locations to where to buy ice and water is covered in rich, practical detail.

What’s Inside the 2025 15th Edition?

256 Pages of Up-to-Date Information Covering:

• Safe anchorages, moorings, and GPS positions

• Detailed sailing directions for all major and minor island locations

• 122 pages of step-by-step anchorage navigation

• Full-colour aerial photography for visual recognition

• Accurate sketch maps and approach diagrams

• Tidal, current, and wind considerations

• Navigation lights and updated maritime zones

• GBRMPA and QLD State Marine Park information

• Public mooring availability and reef protection symbols

Plus, Coverage On:

• Fishing: Up-to-date size and bag limits, zoning, and best local tips

• Diving and Snorkelling: Reef health, coral types, access points, and tide times

• Camping: National park campsite locations, permits, access conditions

• Sea Kayaking Routes: Coastal journeys and sheltered paddling trips

• Island Walks: Trails, viewpoints, historical points of interest

• Island Resorts: Accommodation, marina facilities, and visitor access

Extensive Indexing and Reference Tools:

• Full index of anchorages and placenames

• General subject index for fast reference

• Cross-references to aerial photos and anchorage maps

• Local contact listings, information centres, and marine service providers

Why You Need This Book on Board

• The most trusted, complete resource for the Whitsundays

• Used and endorsed by charter fleets, instructors, and yacht owners

• Packed with real-world knowledge from decades of on-water experience

• Helps you avoid costly mistakes, groundings, or fines

• Builds confidence and situational awareness, even for first-time skippers

• Ideal for sailboats, catamarans, powerboats, kayaks, and even hikers

Whether you’re anchoring at Nara Inlet or exploring the fringing reefs of Border Island, this guide takes the guesswork out of navigation and adds layers of enjoyment to every stop.

📏 Product Specifications

• Title: 100 Magic Miles – The Whitsunday Islands Cruising Guide

• Author: David Colfelt

• Edition: 15th (Fully Revised)

• Publication Date: February 2025

• Format: Softcover / Paperback

• Pages: 256

• Size: 210mm (W) x 280mm (H) x 20mm (D)

• Weight: 1.1 kg

• Language: English

• Publisher: Windward Publications

• ISBN: 9780648177203

🛶 Perfect For:

• Bareboat charterers from Airlie Beach or Hamilton Island

• Cruisers and liveaboards sailing the Queensland coast

• Yacht owners exploring the GBR Marine Park

• Kayakers and campers navigating off-grid

• Holidaymakers planning multi-island stays

• Students of navigation and marine science

• The perfect gift for sailors, adventurers, or cruising families

💬 What Boaties Say:

“We wouldn’t even consider heading to the Whitsundays without 100 Magic Miles on board. It’s as vital as the charts.”
— Tony & Elise, VIC

“The new edition is spot on. The updated aerial photos make anchoring decisions easy, especially when winds shift.”
— Skipper Dave, QLD

“More than a guide—it’s a journal of exploration. So well written and beautifully laid out.”
— Rhiannon M., NSW

Make Every Nautical Mile Count

From setting sail in calm seas to dropping anchor in protected bays, 100 Magic Miles – 15th Edition is the ultimate navigator's companion for the Whitsundays. With expert sailing directions, vivid imagery, and local insights, it ensures your island adventure is not only safe—but unforgettable.