MARITIMO MIGRATION 2023 | 17th – 21st October

Welcome to the offical Maritimo Migration 2023 events page. We’re excited to have you join us for an experience of a lifetime on Hamilton Island. This page will be updated regularly with any changes as required so please bookmark this page and refer to it to see where you need to be on each day. If you have any questions please contact Simon Stewart P: 0403031431 sstewart@maritimo.com.au

The offical hashtag of the event is #maritimomigration and @maritimomotoryachts for all social posts. You can also upload your photos and view event photos via this link

If your accommodation doesn’t come with a buggy you can pre-book one for your time on the island to get around. There is also a free shuttle bus that goes around the island all day as well. It is also recommended that you download the Hamilton Island app.

MIGRATION TRIP | 2nd-16th October

Leaving the Gold Coast on the 2nd of October. Our experienced skippers will be leading a flotilla of Maritimo vessels up the coast to Hamilton Island marina. Arriving on the 16th of October

Anchorages and locations visited along the way;

Double Island
Fraser Island
Kingfisher
Lady Musgrave
Yeppoon
Gret Keppel Island
Percy Isles
Scawfell Island
Shaw Island
Hamilton Island
Whitehaven Island

Your lead skipper will be Isaac Marshall P: 0499 808 944 E: predelivery@maritimo.com.au for any technical questions.

Please see below the berth number and location for your vessel;

ONE TREE HILL PICNIC | 16th October

Join us on One Tree Hill for a sunset picnic at 4:30pm onwards at the picnic tables.
If you are coming from the Marina, take the Green Shuttle to the Resort Centre. The Blue Shuttle then departs from the resort centre to One Tree Hill. Stop No.14
We will have a shared picnic on the hill with some platters and Champagne & Beer. If you’d like to drink more please feel free to BYO.

BOAT SHOWING, CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW | 17TH October

Join us at the Maritimo Boat Showing and step onboard the latest vessels from the range on display. The Boat Showing will start at 8am on the F-arm of the Marina.

We will then head to Yacht Club for the Conference and Trade Show in the Ketch & Cutter rooms from 11-12:30pm. Coffee, Morning Tea and Lunch will be served.

Guests are then encouraged to attend the Supplier Trade Show from 1-2pm where our partners Scania, Volvo, MTU, Seakeeper, Gineico, Twin Disc, ZF, Garmin & Simrad will be showcasing the latest products on offer.

WELCOME DINNER | 17th October

Sit back and relax as we serve dinner and drinks from 5-9pm at the Romano’s Italian Restaurant

Offering contemporary Italian cuisine, Romano’s is a warm, inviting restaurant with a mouth-watering menu. Dress code is smart casual. Please arrive by 5pm sharp.

MARITIMO 11 CRUISE | 17th, 18th, 19th & 21st

An exclusive opportunity for Maritimo Migration guests only, you’ll be able to join our world-class sailors onboard our brand-new 2023 Sydney to Hobart racing yacht – Maritimo 11.

There will be two sessions a day. 9-11am & 1-3pm and you will be taken out for a relaxing 2hr cruise around Hamilton Island. Please arrive 30mins before your session starts at the end of F-Arm in the Marina

Please wear sun protection and clothing suited for sailing. No large bags are permitted. Phones and cameras are welcome, but please ensure you secure these in any rough water. If you experience sea sickness it is recommended that you take a sea sickness tablet 30mins before your session. Water will be provided and you can bring small snacks if you like.

Once all slots are locked in, the names will be listed below so you know what day and time to arrive at F-Arm 30mins before your session;

MARITIMO 12 HOT LAPS | 18th & 21st October

Get ready for an experience of a lifetime. For those lucky few who will be strapping in our Maritimo Racing Xcat – Maritimo 12, where you’ll take the wheel around our dedicated racing circuit at Bowen.

Please arrive at 10am sharp for a flight departure from Hamilton Island Air.

You will then be taken to the Bowen harbour where you’ll be jumping aboard our race boat.
Please wear sun protection as you’ll be in the sun for some time during the day.
You will be breathalysed before the session and you must have a 0.0 reading to partake.

The plane then leaves Bowen airport at 3pm back to Hamilton Island.

**Wednesday session cancelled due to weather.

WHITEHAVEN RAFT UP & LUNCH | 19th October

Visit one of the most iconic beaches in the Southern Hemisphere at the Maritimo Raft-up on Whitehaven beach.

Guests will be joining existing Maritimo owners onboard their vessels for the journey over to the Whitsunday’s from Hamilton Island Marina.
At the welcome dinner early on in the week you will get to know your fellow Maritimo owners and advise Simon and Cameron which vessel you’ll like to board for the trip to Whitehaven Beach.

Please ensure you are at your designated Maritimo vessel below by 9:00am. We will depart as a group at 9:30am.
Make sure you bring your own, water, snacks, cooler bag (if you have one), swimwear, towel, umbrella (if you have one), sunscreen & hat. Along with alcohol for the trip if you choose.
We will arrive at Whitehaven beach and raft up at around 10:00am and then head to the beach to where the Maritimo tent is set-up by 10:30am
You are then welcome to grab a drink, go swimming, have a ride on our water toys or just relax on the beach before lunch.
Around 12pm we’ll then be seated for a delicious catered lunch.
Our lead vessel will depart Whitehaven at around 2:30pm and aim to arrive at Hamilton Island at 3pm.

*please wear your Maritimo Migration shirt

DOCK PARTY | 20th October

This afternoon we’ll come together on the F-Arm to join our fellow Maritimo owners for a casual sunset dock party starting at 5pm.

Please bring your drink of choice and a small appetiser platter to share.

GOLF DAY | 21st October

Play 18holes at the iconic Dent Island Golf Course.
Those who have reserved their spot please look for your name below. Bookings outside of this can be done via this link

9:45am All meet at Island Links Jetty (located beside Manta Ray restaurant)
10:00am Ferry departs Hamilton Island
10:20am Shotgun start (from 10:30, 10:40, 11:30 & 11:40 tee times)

Ferry departs Dent Island all afternoon and you can leave Dent Island when you choose.

PAINTING SESSION | 18th-21st October

“Unleash the artist within,” at the Maritimo painting and wine session from 3-5pm at Hamilton Island Gallery. Create your own works of art with easily understood, step-by-step guidance from one of our trained instructors.

Please arrive 15mins before your session. We’ll be supplying some champagne and wine but you’re also welcome to bring along your drink of choice.

Once all slots are locked in, the names will be listed below so that know what day you session is. Please arrive at the Gallery by 2:45pm.

GOODBYE DINNER | 21st October

To celebrate an unbelievable week we’ll once again come together for a fantastic evening of fun, food, drinks and entertainment on the Boardwalk at the Yacht Club from 5-9pm. Dress code is smart casual. Please arrive by 5pm sharp.

OTHER BOOKINGS

Hamilton Island Tour Desk
p. 07 4946 8305
e. tourbookings@hamiltonisland.com.au
w. www.hamiltonisland.com.au/things-to-do/all-tours-and-activities

If you have any questions before or during the event week please contact:
Simon Stewart P: 0403031431 sstewart@maritimo.com.au