A peaceful farewell on the Broadwater.

Our experienced skipper or crew will provide a brief safety orientation to ensure everyone's comfort and security throughout the ashes scattering charter.

We'll take time to speak with your family to:

Confirm your wishes regarding the cremation ashes scattering ceremony

Discuss the location you've chosen on the Gold Coast Broadwater or Ocean

Explain what to expect during the memorial charter

Answer any questions you may have about the ashes scattering service

We'll cruise to your selected scattering location, giving you time to reflect and prepare for the scattering of your loved one's ashes.

Traditional Scattering:

The yacht will position at your chosen location

Family members move to the stern (back) of the yacht

As we move slowly forward, you scatter the ashes on the water, which will float gently out behind the yacht

You are welcome to bring flowers to sprinkle on the water with the ashes if you wish

Eco Pillow Option (preferred option):

Family members can remain at the side of the yacht

Gently place the biodegradable urn or eco pillow into the water

Musical Accompaniment and Flowers:

Our speaker system is available for you to play your loved one's favourite songs during the memorial service or at the time of scattering

You are welcome to bring flowers to sprinkle on the water with the ashes if you wish

Following the cremation ceremony, we serve:

A drink to toast your loved one

A snack plate with cheese and crackers and fruit

Enjoy a tranquil memorial cruise around the Broadwater, surrounded by the peace and beauty of nature on the water. Take this time to reflect, share memories, and find comfort together on this special farewell journey.

8. Memorial Certificate & Photographs At the conclusion of your private charter, we will provide you with images / videos taken on behalf of your family. We will also present you with a certificate noting the navigational points of where the ashes were scattered.

When we started Sun Sailing a few years ago, I had just lost both of my parents. During that difficult time, I found myself drawn to the ocean - its always been my peaceful place, perhaps because of it's vastness, its peace, and the way it connects us all.

Going through the experience of saying goodbye to both Mum and Dad, I realized how important it is to have someone who understands, someone who can guide you through to honour their final wishes with care and compassion.

That's why we began offering ash scattering ceremonies on our yacht. Not just as a service, but as something deeply personal.

Often those who ask to have their ashes scattered over the water have a personal story relating to the water, having been in the Navy, been a fisherman, have holidayed by the sea and have a connection to the water like no other. There's something profoundly beautiful about returning our loved ones to the sea. The ocean is timeless, boundless, and eternal.

For many families, scattering ashes at sea provides a sense of freedom and peace. It's a place without boundaries, where your loved one becomes part of something greater - the tides, the waves, the endless horizon.

At Sun Sailing, we've created a personalised, professional service to walk you through every step of this journey. We understand that this isn't just another ceremony - it's one often the last piece of the process of laying your loved ones to rest. Sometimes you will be parting with ashes you have held for many years, often the loss is new and hard to grasp.

We take the time to understand your wishes, your loved one's story, and how you want to honour their memory. Whether you want a quiet, intimate moment or a celebration of life surrounded by family and friends, we're here to make it exactly what you need it to be.

At the completion of your ashes scattering charter, we provide you with a certificate containing the precise navigational coordinates of where the ashes were scattered.

You'll always know exactly where your loved one's ashes were placed. You can return to that spot, whether in person or in your thoughts. It's a place on the map that belongs to them, and to you, forever.

Saying goodbye is never easy. But it can be beautiful, meaningful, and filled with the love that person brought to your life.

If you're considering an ash scattering ceremony, we'd be honoured to help you through this journey. At Sun Sailing, you're not just a client - we care about honouring your family.

For more information about our ash scattering ceremonies, please contact us to us at Sun Sailing.