Hamilton Island Race week
10 Days | join the Regatta crew | from AUD$7,750
Hamilton Island Race Week is one of Australia’s most iconic and exhilarating regattas, delivering the perfect blend of competitive offshore racing and relaxed tropical island lifestyle. Held in the heart of the Whitsundays, this premier yachting event spans six days of racing across seven days, including a mid-week lay-day to unwind, explore the island, and join in the festivities. With more than 200 yachts from around the world converging on the turquoise waters of the Coral Sea, Race Week offers a vibrant atmosphere, breathtaking scenery, and an electric mix of sailing excellence and shoreside celebration.
The racecourses weave around the stunning Whitsunday Islands, with fleets cutting through sparkling blue waters teeming with marine life—from breaching humpbacks and cruising dolphins to curious sea turtles. The variety of race formats and island courses test both tactical skill and boat speed, offering challenges for crews across performance racing, cruising, and multihull divisions. Off the water, the regatta comes alive with nightly events, live music, island-style dining, and one of the best social calendars on the Australian sailing scene.
Join one of our Awen race crews aboard our IMOCA 60, a former around-the-world racing yacht built for speed, power, and performance. Our program is led by none other than Sharon Ferris-Choat —Olympian, Volvo Ocean Race sailor, former world speed record holder, and renowned match racer and Yacht Maiden skipper. Whether you’re a seasoned racer or an ambitious sailor ready to step up, this is your chance to learn from the best, push your limits, and race at the front of the fleet.
After taking 1st place overall in the Hamilton Island Race Week Blue Division in 2024, we’re back for more hungry to create new memories on and off the water. Expect high-adrenaline sailing, teamwork, strategy, and plenty of post-race celebration in one of the most breathtaking racing locations on earth.