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Whitsundays Day Cruises

Visit magnificent Whitehaven Beach with its white silica sands, explore secluded bays with crystal clear waters and enjoy swimming and snorkelling during the day. Take your adventure under the Whitsundays waters too by the Semi-submersible guided tour, Underwater observatory, snorkelling and diving. Get up close and personal with the Great Barrier Reef.

Scenic Flights over the Whitsundays

Enjoy a scenic flight over the Whitsundays Islands and Great Barrier Reef and take in the true magnificence of the area with its many coral reefs, atolls and island with bright white sandy beaches scattered in the sapphire blue waters of the Great Barrier Reef.

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Zigzag Whitsundays Day Tour

Includes 2 Beaches 2 Lookouts 1 Snorkel Location

• South Whitehaven Lookout
• Chalkies Beach
• Haslewood Island Lookout
• 1 Hour Snorkel Location
• Maximum 30 Guests
• Lunch, snacks, and diet requirements are catered to.
• Marine-grade jacket for spray or wind
• Free Tour Pictures Taken On Latest Gropro

$299 Per Person

Heart Reef and Whitsundays Scenic Flight  (60 Minutes)

• 60 Minute Scenic Flight flying over
• Hill Inlet (swirling sands)

Great Barrier Reef

• Whitsundays Islands and Resorts
• Departs 5 minutes from Airlie Beach
• Free Pick up from Airlie Beach
• Very Popular Book Early

Habibi Whitsundays – 2 Day 1 Night Sailing Tour

Ticket Price From $459 $359

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• Hill Inlet Lookout (swirling sands)
• Snorkel Locations
• Includes meals and snacks
• 3 Private rooms and dorm share accommodation options
• Sleep on the boat in dorm accommodation
• 67-foot-sailing ketch
• Suits 18 to 45 years of age

Whitsundays Day Tours

ZigZag Whitsundays Day Tour

From $179 – $229.

SALE  15% Off Per Person with Promo Code WHIT15 at checkout.

2 Beaches – 2 Lookouts – 1 Snorkel Location Full-Day Tour With 30 Guests 3 Crew, Visits South Whitehaven Beach, New South Whitehaven Lookout, Chalkies Beach, Haslewood Island Lookout, Snorkel location Included – Lunch, Snacks, Snorkel Gear, Wetsuit. Fast boat, Low seasickness probability Dynamic Pricing, Family-Friendly Pricing

Fury Whitsundays

Full-Day Tour 35 Guests 2 Crew Visits North Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout, South Whitehaven and Lookout plus 1 Snorkel Location. Includes Snorkel Gear Included Fast boat Low seasickness probability

1 Hour Scenic Flight

60 – 70 Minute Flight Time, With Small Numbers Of 5 people Max

Fly Over  The Great Barrier Reef, Famous Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Swirling Sands, Whitsunday Islands and Airlie Beach

Modern Comfortable Plane With Guaranteed Window Seat

Whitsundays Sea And Sky Combo

Full-Day Tour With ZigZag Whitsundays 30 Guests 3 Crew, Visits South Whitehaven Beach, New South Whitehaven Lookout,  Snorkel locations.

70 Minute Scenic Flight Over Heart Reef, Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven Beach And Great Barrier Reef

Thundercat Whitsundays

$210 adult  $170 child.

Full-Day Tour With 38 Guests 2 Crew Visits North Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout, 2 Snorkel locations Includes Lunch, Snorkel Gear, Wetsuit Fast boat, Courtesy Pickup

Ocean Rafting

From $199 adult  .

Two Different Tour Options Visits North Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout, 2 Snorkel locations Includes Snorkel Equipment Fast boat, Courtesy Pickup

Red Cat Great Barrier Reef Tour

Small group Great Barrier Reef Tour operated by Red Cat Adventures from Airlie Beach.

Multiple snorkel locations on a stable catamaran custom-built specifically for the Whitsundays. All-inclusive package with lycra suit, snorkelling equipment, fins and lunch.

Whitehaven Xpress

Full-Day Tour Including Hill Inlet Lookout South End Lookout, North and South Whitehaven Beach Beach BBQ And Guided Walk All Ages Welcome, Courtesy Pickup

Whitehaven Beach Full-Day Tour

North Whitehaven Beach Hill Inlet Lookout South Whitehaven Beach South Whitehaven Lookout  Includes Lunch and Shuttle Transfers

Whitsundays Snorkelling And Sailing Tour

10am to 6pm Finish the day with a colourful sunset as you come back to Airlie Beach. Lunch and refreshments will be provided Snorkelling gear and stinger suits is included A pleasant and relaxing alternative to experience the Whitsunday Islands.

Full Or Half Day Private Charters

Whitsundays Private Charters On A Fast Luxury Boat.

Full Day Options Half Day Options Sunset Cruise Options Maximum 8 Guests

Camira Sailing Tour

Full-Day Tour Including Hill Inlet Lookout, and  Whitehaven Beach 1 Snorkel location Lunch Snorkel Mask and Wetsuit Included

Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour

Departs From Airlie Beach, Day Dream and Hamilton Island Ferry Transfers To Reef World Snorkelling plus all equipment Scuba Diving optional extra  Buffet Lunch Included

Crocodile Safari

6 hour day includes Saltwater crocodiles Proserpine River cruise plus Open-air wagon for unique wildlife Experience traditional Australian “bush tucker”, damper and billy tea plus delicious Aussie BBQ lunch A small group of 30 guests with an Informative and friendly guide.

Whitehaven Beach Plus Hamilton Island

Self-guided tour of Whitehaven Beach and Hamiton Island Cruise in style and comfort on a ferry Admire the turquoise water and white sand of Whitehaven Beach,  Explore Hamilton Island Free time included in Hamilton Island and Whitehaven Beach

Whitehaven beach half day

Half-Day Tour To Whitehaven Beach Scenic return cruise In A Air-conditioned Ferry Morning and Afternoon Tour Up to 2 hours on the beach Guided bushwalk optional

Falls To Paradise

Visit Cedar Creek Waterfall Lunch at Coral Sea Resort  Morning Tea 10 seater bus with tour guide Multi-Award winning Tour Operator All-inclusive price

Fishing Charters

Available Fishing Charters  Half Day  3/4 Day Full Day Includes all equipment plus fish cleaning and filleting.

Whitsundays Activities from Airlie Beach

Best Of Airlie 2 Hour Tour

• 2-hour bus tour of the Airlie Beach area
• Small group maximum of 10 people
• Experienced local guide
• Air-conditioned bus
• Visit Shute Harbour and Mandalay Bay plus lookout locations

Airlie Beach Sunset Cruise

From $69 for 2 hours.

2 Hour Sunset Cruise

• Fully covered, purpose built catamaran 
• Onboard Bar (No BYO)
• A glass of sparkling or soft drink is included in your sunset cruise ticket price. 
• Pioneer Bay and  Turtle Bay.
• After the sunsets, enjoy the lights of Airlie Beach at night.

Part Day Activity, From 8500– 14000 Feet 14000 ft is a 1-minute freefall AT 220km/hr Picture and video add-on available The flight climbs over islands

Jet-Ski Tours

From $250 per ski (2 people max).

Part Day Tour 90 mins Two people per ski Qualified guide Plus All safety equipment Pick up and drop off Free pictures, Power snacks and bottled water

Whitsundays Sunset Cruise

2 Hour Sunset Tour Instant Bookings Maximum of 24 Guests Sailing Cruise Departs 5 pm Glass of Champagne and some snacks included

Glass Bottom Boat Tour

Jetboat Rides

Jet Boat 30 Minute Thrill Ride 380-hp Adrenaline Ride Perform 360s, 180s, Power stops/nosedives Spot wildlife And See million dollar mansions

Private Tuk Tuk Tours

From $30 per person.

5 different Tuk Tuk Tours. Multiple departure times each day. An exciting and fun way to explore Airlie Beach. Local guides

Segway Rainforest Discovery Tour

From $148.27.

3.5 to 4 hours approx Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off,  A small group of 7  Conway National Park, and Whitsundays Great Walk.

Scooter Hire

Electric Scooter Hire Located In The Main Street 2 Hour to Multiple  Day Hire Available Suited Adults And Children

Whitsundays Overnight Tours

FROM $680 – 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS

3 Day 2 Night Tour – 18 Guests 3 Crew Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Look Out Multiple Snorkel locations Meals Snorkel Gear, Wetsuit Included Racing maxi yacht with Small Group Numbers Operated by Prosail

FROM $600 2 DAYS 2 NIGHTS.

Looking for a famous race boat? it doesn’t get more Famous than this bad boy.

Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Lookout Multiple Snorkel Locations All Meals included Sailing vessel

Matador Whitsundays

2 days 1 night from $550, sale  25% off per person with promo code tourswhit25   at checkout..

Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Lookout Multiple Snorkel Locations All Meals included Sailing vessel Backpacker youth market 

3 Day 2 Night Tour – 19 Guests 3 Crew Adrenaline Sailing Shared Accommodation Own Bed Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout Snorkel Locations Meals, Snorkel Gear, Wetsuit Included Operated By ProSail

Broomstick 3 Day 2 Night

AVATAR WHITSUNDAYS

From $650 for 2 days and 2 nights.

This is the one and only commercial trimaran in the Whitsundays. Famous for its students and backpacker tours with a fun social atmosphere with large nets to sunbake on Included – basic dorm accommodation, meals, wetsuit, snorkel gear Visits Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout, 2-3 snorkel locations. If you want to experience the Whitsundays in a social way and are not worried about private rooms, this is the tour for you! Operated By OzSail

Sleep On The Great Barrier Reef

Accommodation Options ”Reefsleep” Weatherproof swag under the stars ”Reefsuites” special room 4 metres underwater Includes transfer meals drinks and snorkelling Optional scuba dive packages available at extra cost First underwater hotel in Australia

Spearfishing Charter 

From $2000 for 5 days 4 nights.

5 Day 4 Night Charter –19 Guests 5 Crew Outer Great Barrier Reef  30+ Targeted Species Of Fish Meals Included, Shared Accommodation Operated by Prosail

FROM $742 – 3 NIGHTS

3 Night Tour –10 Guests 2 Crew Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout 2 Snorkel locations Meals Included Snorkel Gear, Wetsuit Included Private and Shared Rooms Operated By iSail

Enitice and O’nice

From $1200 private cabin 2 days 2 nights.

2 Day 2 Night Tour –10 Guests 2 Crew Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout 2 Snorkel locations Meals Included Snorkel Gear, Wetsuit Included Private and Shared Rooms Operated by iSail

FROM $320 2 DAYS 2 NIGHTS

2 Day 2 Night Tour – 14 Guests 2 Crew Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout 2-3 Snorkel locations Meals Included Snorkel Gear, Wetsuit Included Operated By OzSail

About This Website And Listed Tours

Above you can book your Whitsundays tours with the Whitsundays Operators. Our Website has the best tours the Whitsundays and Airlie Beach has to offer in Australia. Use our unique tour directory to find the Whitsundays Tour you want without searching all over the internet. From Backpacker packages to Couples Island stays and Family Day Tour packages, we have what you are looking for.

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Why Choose A Whitsundays Cruise?

The Whitsundays is recognised as one of the world’s iconic sailing destinations, and for an excellent reason, which you are about to find out.

This is one inspiring adventure you have to partake in while on holiday in Australia. We include a full day and even overnight sailing adventures to the islands and Whitehaven Beach, the iconic white sand beach you will never forget. Take our well-organised trips for the best experience, our relaxing cruises around the magnificent Great Barrier Reef marine park and islands is something you must experience at least once in your lifetime.

Our Trips are available in many different lengths and packages, on each tour page you will find the contact and booking details for each tour provider. If you are on your honeymoon or with your partner we can tell you, it does not get any more relaxing and romantic than a sailing cruise in the area. You can get this by selecting one of our overnight sailing tours with private rooms above. We do offer the best spread of packages right across the board. Let’s give you some details about what you are going to see on your adventure here.

For backpackers in Airlie Beach and the islands, our overnight sailing adventures are by far the best option; these packages are hot right now. Our tours depart from Airlie Beach and visit Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, providing guests with the opportunity to take in the stunning beaches and the Great Barrier Reef. Airlie Beach is well known to the locals as the gateway to the area. The region includes Proserpine, Airlie Beach, Shute Harbour and of course the 74 tropical islands that the Whitsundays are well known for.

You’ll get great value for money backpacking in this area with the range of budget trips and accommodation on offer. We do have more expensive packages; however, if you are travelling on a strict budget and want to experience what the area has to offer, our backpacker adventures are for you. This way you have more freedom and can experience Whitehaven Beach and the Great Barrier Reef for very little money at all.

The area has direct flights daily into Proserpine and Hamilton Island, a wide range of restaurants, activities, and trips to The Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach.

To see our Whitsundays map with tour and activity providers see here 

About Whitehaven Beach

Like we say, this is without a doubt, the most picturesque pure white beach in the world. If you only ever visit one more beach for the rest of your life, then this has to be your choice. You will not regret choosing this beach, it is absolutely stunning in every way possible, in day or night.

The beach is a whopping 7 km long and is located opposite Chalkie’s Beach on Haslewood Island. When you get to the beach you will want to go for a swim or go for a walk across the powder-like sand that is pure 98% silica white. It is one landscape that everyone should see in their lifetime. The beach is one of the cleanest in the world, it really has to be seen to be believed, it is absolutely stunning.

Even if you are not a beach person, this is still something you have to see, you will love it. It is one experience you are never ever going to forget. The sand on the beach does not get hot, so you can walk barefoot without any problems at a

If there is one thing you should experience in your life it is the Great Barrier Reef.

It is the largest coral reef system in the entire world, it is one amazing site that words can’t explain until you see it for yourself. The reef is huge at 2,300 km long and will absolutely blow your mind when you see it. The reef is so big that you can actually see it from space, it is amazing and is really breathe taking when viewed from the air, which you can do so when you buy one of our plane or helicopter packages. It is a natural wonder of the world, and when you go there you can tell all your friends you have been and viewed this amazing structure made by living organisms.

The Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach really do make our tours the best tourist experience the world has to offer, not just Australia. Some trips are especially aimed at scuba diving off the Great Barrier Reef, there is so much available that we offer to amaze you. The area has so many wonderful places to see & exciting things to do. You can explore yourself or take one or all of our many amazing trips or cruises. You can enjoy a day out sailing the Islands or enjoy many of the overnight sailing adventures, they will lead you through to a number of other islands within the Islands Group.

When you travel around Australia and in Airlie Beach, sailing the Whitsundays is an absolute must thing to do. You will not regret booking one of our visits to the area, they are the best and our many satisfied customers go to prove that.

Whitsunday Islands

The Coast & Islands are renowned for their picturesque scenery & spectacular blue sea. The Sailing Trips depart from Airlie Beach which is a tiny, tropical party town located about 9 hours drive north of Fraser Island.

From half-day journeys to full-day adventures, this is one of the most exciting ways to explore the stunning Islands. The area offers the perfect setting for adventuring and one of the best places to explore by sea and air. Daydream Island is one of 74 islands of the area; it is just minutes away from the Great Barrier Reef. No visit to the region is complete without a Great Barrier Reef Trip, Choose from our packages that offer day sailing, overnight fully crewed charters, or a self-catering bareboat experience.

The magical views from the lookout at Hill Inlet have stunned many travellers and are the highlight of many trips in this part of the world. The beauty of this area is not just all about beaches, fish and coral. It’s adventures like ours that create memories that will last with you a lifetime. Our cruises consist of so much more than sailing and boat charter. A holiday in the islands is a wish come true. With us, you can experience the best of the world-famous Whitehaven Beach on one unforgettable day.

We also offer ways to explore the beautiful Whitsunday Islands on some of Australia’s most impressive overnight sailing boats. This will give you an entirely new experience of the area, if you have done it by day, now do it by night. We also have quick trips that allow you to see all the picturesque regions of the islands in just a few hours. The range of sailing journeys in our Whitsundays Tours bears testament to the beauty of the area. It really is something that has to be seen to be believed, that’s the truth of it. Relax, swim and enjoy the breathtaking ocean and island views. You can take advantage of the vast array of activities and trips to Airlie Beach has to offer on the land, sea and in the air with us.

Spoil Yourself See It By Air

Whitsunday Seaplane experiences are a great way to see the islands. You can experience the Great Barrier Reef in a way that most people just dream about, with this great fly and cruise journey. You can see all 74 magnificent Islands easily by air, the incredible Great Barrier Reef and Airlie Beach look magnificent from above. If you’re staying on one of the islands, you can book to see the Islands by air with us for the easiest and fastest connection.

Indulge in the ultimate Great Barrier Reef experience with return helicopter flights around this beautiful area. We are more than just a seller; we offer information on the area too, we will help you find the best experience the Whitsundays region has to offer for you and your family. You can find out more about the best diving spots and other trips on our website, or just give us a call or pop and see us, we are only too happy to help. You can talk to one of our friendly team for more information on accommodation, trips and great holiday packages in this area. So go ahead and experience all of the natural beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and Islands from the air, with a scenic flight by seaplane.

You will be stunned at the natural beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and Islands from above, including the iconic Heart Reef. Remember we offer a scenic flight by seaplane. Experience the best views of the area on a 1 hour scenic including Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, Heart Reef, Great Barrier Reef and surrounding islands. It is absolutely epic, you will not believe your eyes, the worlds best sights all in one fantastic adventure.

Here we stick to bringing you quality, safety and of course fun on our tours. We also offer you a wealth of other information about the Whitsundays right here on our website to help you select the perfect package for you. Our tour packages are recognized Australia-wide for the utmost quality and customer satisfaction. We offer great flexibility too, We aim to please you every step of the way and to make your holiday the most memorable it can be. We want you to experience as much of the Whitsundays as possible in your time here and will make that happen for you. So what are you waiting for, book one of our Whitsundays tours right now and let’s get you excited to get here and see the area with our Whitsundays Tours the best way possible.

Whitsunday Islands Tours & Vacations

The Whitsundays are your one-stop-shop for fun in the sun

Welcome to the Whitsundays, an archipelago of 74 tropical islands off the coast of Queensland . As a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef , the Whitsundays tick all the boxes for a sun-kissed adventure. Jump aboard a sailing boat to explore remote islands where lush rainforests give way to crystalline waters. Slip on a snorkel and flippers to explore colorful coral gardens and get close to inquisitive sea critters. Or marvel at the beauty of the world-famous Whitehaven Beach — with 98% pure silica sand, this is about as white as a beach can get.

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When is the best time to visit the whitsundays.

Any time of year is a good time to visit the Whitsundays. As a tropical destination, the archipelago experiences hot, rainy summers and warm, dry winters. Average high temperatures linger between 74°F and 88°F, while lows average a mild 63°F to 77°F. The water temperature averages a pleasant 73°F to 82°F throughout the year.

If you want to go snorkeling or diving, you may be better off planning your trip in the winter (dry) season. Rainfall in the summer tends to come in the form of brief tropical downpours, but it can impact water visibility. Whales can also be spotted in winter from May to October during their annual migration from Antarctica.

If you visit between October and May, AKA stinger season, take extra caution when swimming in the ocean by wearing a stinger suit to protect yourself from possible jellyfish stings.

How to get to the Whitsundays

The Whitsundays can be accessed via one of the coastal towns on the mainland, with the most popular jumping off point being Airlie Beach. There are two main airports in the Whitsundays: Great Barrier Reef Airport located on Hamilton Island, and Whitsunday Coast Airport in Proserpine which is the closest airport to Airlie Beach.

If you fly into Whitsunday Coast Airport, you'll need to drive or take a transfer to Airlie Beach. This is easy to arrange with buses meeting all incoming flights. The transfer from Whitsunday Coast Airport to Airlie Beach takes around 25 minutes.

How do I get around the Whitsundays?

Passenger ferries operate a regular daily service between the mainland and the major Whitsunday islands. You can also do a sailing day tour to explore the archipelago's many highlights.

What should I pack for the Whitsundays?

The Whitsundays tend to be a casual place so you can leave your fancy clothes at home. As a top destination for water-based adventures, swimwear is a must. The same goes for sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (even in winter) as the sun reflects off the water and white sand. Bring all the essentials, including basic medications, as shops are few and far between on the islands.

Can I use my cell phone in the Whitsundays?

You'll pick up cell phone signal in and around major tourist hubs such as Airlie Beach, but there's limited or no coverage in some parts of the Whitsundays, particularly when you're out at sea or on more remote islands.

What is the internet access like in the Whitsundays?

You'll find wi-fi in bars, cafes and restaurants in major tourist hubs like Airlie Beach, Hamilton Island and Daydream Island. There's limited or no wi-fi available in some parts of the Whitsundays, particularly when you're sailing or exploring more remote islands.

What should I wear in the Whitsundays?

There's no need to get dressed up, even if you're staying at one of the resorts in the Whitsundays. Casual clothes or active wear are fine during the day. Smart casual (think jeans and a t-shirt) is the norm for restaurants at the resorts.

Is it safe to swim in the Whitsundays?

The short answer is yes. That being said, there are some no-swimming zones. You should also listen to local advice and stay alert at all times.

Some of the top things to be aware of when swimming in the Whitsundays include stingers, crocs and sharks.

Are Intrepid trips accessible for travelers with disabilities?

We are committed to making travel widely  accessible , regardless of ability or disability. We do our best to help you see the world, regardless of physical or mental limitations. 

We are always happy to talk to travelers with disabilities and see if we can help guide them toward the most suitable itinerary for their needs and, where possible, make reasonable adjustments to our itineraries.

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Itinerary: One week in Queensland from Whitsundays to Cairns

Queensland’s tropical north is home to some of the most spectacular natural wonders in Australia, making it the perfect place to discover the tropics. This itinerary for 1 week in Queensland from Whitsundays to Cairns includes the Great Barrier Reef , the Daintree Rainforest , Port Douglas and Cape Tribulation , to name just a few! I travelled with my best friend Chloe on this trip, and we stayed in Airlie Beach, Townsville and Cairns.

The Great Barrier Reef may be this region’s major draw, but don’t let your adventures stop there. There is so much to do in Queensland’s tropics and it’s worth at least a week of your time. It was a busy week but we had enough island time to unwind in between our many day trips and excursions.

Queensland Trip Highlights

Day 1: brisbane to airlie beach, hamilton island, whitehaven beach, bus from airlie beach to townsville, magnetic island, townsville accommodation, cairns night markets, cairns accommodation, kuranda skyrail, australian butterfly sanctuary, kuranda scenic railway, day 6: day trip from cairns to green island, daintree rainforest, port douglas, daintree treehouse, daintree river cruise, cape tribulation, day 8: cairns to brisbane, travel tips for queensland’s tropics, stinger season, crocodiles in queensland, travel pace.

• Snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef
• Swimming in Mossman Gorge in the Daintree Rainforest
• Visiting the only place in the world where two UNESCO World Heritage Sites collide, at the beautiful  Cape Tribulation  
• Kicking back on the best beach in Australia, on  Whitehaven Beach   in the Whitsundays
• The scenic journeys to and from the mountain-top rainforest village of Kuranda, via the  Kuranda Skyrail and the Scenic Railway .
• T aking the scenic route along the Great Tropical Drive – one of Australia’s prettiest driving routes.
• The view over Four Mile Beach in Port Douglas
• Seeing a baby crocodile in the wild in the Daintree River
• Visiting the biggest butterfly sanctuary in the world in Kuranda
• Sailing through the Whitsundays archipelago
• Swimming in the calm clear waters on Hamilton Island

The first leg of our trip was in the Whitsundays, an archipelago of 74 islands off the coast of Queensland. It’s one of the dreamiest travel destinations in Australia!

You can stay on one of the luxurious islands, like Hamilton Island , Hayman Island or Daydream Island, or you can stay at Airlie Beach on the mainland. We stayed in Airlie Beach, but next time I’d stay on Hamilton or Hayman Island to enjoy more island time.

Airlie Beach doesn’t have an airport, so we flew to Prosperine and pre-booked a seat on a transfer bus to Airlie Beach. Pre-booking is essential, I can’t stress this enough.  The transfer was $36 with Whitsunday Transit – it would be a $100+ cab ride!

We spent the first afternoon relaxing in Airlie Beach, which is a very pretty coastal town with vivid turquoise waters.

Accommodation:  This was my first stay in a hostel! These days I’d stay somewhere different, but we were very happy with our private double room at Airlie Beach Magnums .

Day 2: Day Trip to Hamilton Island & Whitehaven Beach

Our first full day was spent visiting two of the most beautiful islands in the Whitsundays. Since we weren’t staying on any of the islands, we decided to take a tour with Cruise Whitsundays that would give us four hours on Hamilton Island and two hours on Whitehaven Beach.

Hamilton Island is a very popular island with a number of accommodation options, ranging from luxury resorts to relaxed family friendly accommodation

Hamilton Island has a picturesque marina, with sparkling turquoise water and a village of cafes, restaurants and shops. We went swimming at Catseye Beach, which is one of the most popular beaches on the island. I’d love to come back to Hamilton Island for a few days of uninterrupted beach time!

The most famous beach in the Whitsundays is Whitehaven Beach , which is considered to be the best beach in Australia for its bright white sand. Located on the resort-free Whitsundays Island, Whitehaven is uninhabited and is only accessible only as a day trip. .

Unlike the other islands in the Whitsundays, Whitehaven has blindingly bright, white sand. Unusual tidal patterns over millions of years have made waves crash onto the beach, crushing white silica rock onto the island. The result is the softest, whitest sand you’ll find! We didn’t have to do the hot potato dance across the beach for a change because silica sand stays cool, even in the blazing Queensland sunshine.

When we reached the shore, we walked far enough away from the rest of the tour group so that we had a big chunk of beach all to ourselves. All that there was left to do for the next two hours was sit back and relax!

I didn’t realise this when booking, but the half-day trip to Whitehaven doesn’t include walking up to Hill Inlet for the famous view over the island. This was disappointing, and I definitely recommend booking a tour that includes this, as it’s one of the most spectacular views in the Whitsundays.

Day 3: Airlie Beach to Townsville and Magnetic Island

We could have flown from Prosperine to Townsville , but at the time I was a bit nervous about flying on a very small plane – these days, I’d just take the flight! We took a Greyhound bus instead. It was my first time travelling with Greyhound and I was really impressed. Comfortable leather seats that recline, great air conditioning, a bathroom onboard, free WiFi and a USB charger for every seat.

We took an early Greyhound Bus from Airlie Beach to Townsville. The trip took five hours including a lunch break at a service station in the middle of nowhere. There was basic food for purchase but I’m glad I brought my own lunch.

We were only in Townsville for one night. It broke up the journey between Airlie Beach and Cairns but I’m glad we went because it is a pretty waterfront town in its own right.

We arrived later in the evening than I expected, so we didn’t have time to visit the Reef HQ Aquarium before catching the ferry to Magnetic Island . I’ve visited Townsville since this trip, and found so many beautiful things to do there when you have a bit more time!

9 Of The Best Things to Do in Townsville

Magnetic Island is a stunning tropical island just off the coast of Townsville. Visiting “Maggie” as locals call it is one of the best things to do in Townsville. The ferry from Townsville to Magnetic Island only takes 20 minutes, so it’s an easy addition.

There is an island bus which departs from the ferry terminal at Magnetic Island, so we hopped straight on and went to Horseshoe Bay. There are plenty of beaches on Magnetic Island, but Horseshoe Bay was easy to get to by bus and it was lovely and quiet when we got there. We chilled out on the beach for a couple of  hours, watched a magnificent sunset and had fish and chips for dinner by the water.

We stayed at Yongala Historic Lodge , Townsville. The room was simple but huge and we had our own private bathroom. We were on the third floor and there was was no elevator.

Day 4: Townsville to Cairns

We travelled with Greyhound from Townsville to Cairns , for  another five-hour drive. We had a much nicer lunch stop, in the pretty seaside town of Cardwell. This drive is part of one of Australia’s most scenic driving routes, The Great Tropical Drive, so the scenery was lovely for most of the trip.

We were pretty tired by the time we got to Cairns, so we spent the afternoon wandering around the shops, finding the Cairns Night Markets and checking out the beautiful Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, which is a popular spot to cool down.

We were pretty tired by the time we got to Cairns, so we spent the afternoon wandering around the shops, finding the Cairns Night Markets and checking out the manmade lagoon.

We stayed at Queens Court on Sheridan St. We got a great deal but it was around a fifteen-minute walk into town. In the thick tropical humidity, I would have really appreciated staying even five minutes closer to the action.

Day 5: Day Trip from Cairns to Kuranda

Kuranda is a rainforest village on a mountain just outside Cairns. The journeys to and from Kuranda are a big part of the attraction. We went up on the award-winning Kuranda Skyrai l and took the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway back down the mountain at the end of the day.

My heart was racing the entire time on the Skyrail, but even my fear of heights couldn’t ruin it for me. The views are an absolute knockout and I’ve never felt smaller than when I was floating above the endless sea of the ancient rainforest canopy.

We visited the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary , which is the biggest butterfly sanctuary in the world . A few butterflies landed on us, but we missed getting a photo of the elusive blue Ulysses butterfly landing on me – it waited until we had packed up our cameras and were leaving!

After the butterfly sanctuary, we took a tour of the rainforest at the Rainforestation Nature Park . The 45-minute tour is hosted on a restored WWII Aquaduck, by a guide had lived and worked in the rainforest for decades. It was fascinating to hear his stories from the beautiful but potentially lethal rainforest as he introduced us to the tropical plants and wildlife.

Our return journey was on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, a historic train. The Scenic Railway return trip gave us beautiful views over the range as we descended the mountain. The journey itself is one of the world’s most scenic railway trips and the train is an engineering marvel, completed in the late 19th century.

Unfortunately, everyone was distracted from the views by how sticky and sweaty it was inside the train – just a part of travelling in the tropics.

When we got back to our hotel, I walked straight into the pool in my clothes – I could not wait another second to cool down!

The best way to see the Great Barrier Reef is to visit the Outer Reef Station on a day trip. In hindsight, I’m not sure why we didn’t book that, but I’m happy we visited beautiful Green Island.

Green Island is a coral cay in the Great Barrier Reef, covered in rainforest and fringed by white sandy beaches and brilliant blue water. This means that you can technically snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, right off the beach!

However, because the water around the island is very shallow, the coral has been bleached by the sun and there isn’t a great deal to see. This was my first time snorkelling, and now that I’ve since snorkelled in the vibrant reefs of Vanuatu and Fiji, I’m very keen to return to the Great Barrier Reef and go snorkelling on the outer reef.

There is a resort on Green Island, so you can use the resort pool, cafe and kiosks, but the sublime beaches feel a world away from modern life.

Day 7: Day Trip to Cape Tribulation, Port Douglas & The Daintree

Our final full day was full of pristine natural landscapes. We took a full day tour with Daintree Discovery Tours which included the Daintree Rainforest, Port Douglas, a Daintree River Cruise & Cape Tribulation.

Our first stop was the  Mossman Gorge Centre in the Daintree Rainforest. The Daintree is the oldest living rainforest in the world – 80 million years older than the Amazon!

We had morning tea at the centre before going on a walk through the rainforest. Our guide, Jean, took us to the  only  body of water in Tropical North Queensland that he’d let us swim in. 

The water is too cold for crocodiles – and for most of our tour group – but I couldn’t resist! It was such a sticky, humid day that I could not just sit on the gravelly riverbanks and look at the refreshing, clear water.

Swimming at beaches and in rivers is not advised in Tropical North Queensland because you won’t see a crocodile until it is too late. I was glad that we found an exception to the rule, but I can’t stress enough not to choose your swimming spots without a guide.

After walking through the rainforest, we hopped back in the van and drove to Port Douglas, which is one of the loveliest small towns in the region. We drove to the top of a hill in Port Douglas to get the perfect view of Four Mile Beach before stopping in by the famous St Mary’s By The Sea Chapel for some more photos.

We ate a very tropical lunch at Daintree Teahouse . I had barramundi, one of Queensland’s most popular fish, and tried all of the exotic tropical fruits that were artfully arranged on our plates. Some were delicious and others were a bit unusual but they were all interesting!

After lunch, we went on a crocodile cruise of the Daintree River, which was fascinating! Our guide, a local tracker, reckons that one of the stretches of water we went through was one of the most dangerous in the world – it’s infested with bull sharks  and  crocodiles.

In the afternoon, we visited Cape Tribulation . It’s a pretty spectacular sight because it is the only place in the world where two World Heritage Listed Sites collide, where the Great Barrier Reef meets the Daintree.

We went on a longer walk through the rainforest and stopped at a few lookouts for some great photo opportunities.

We had a slow morning before our flight home from Cairns. Fresh juices & dangling our feet in the Cairns Lagoon was a nice way to spend the morning before leaving the tropics.

We travelled through three regions of northern Queensland. This trip took us through The Whitsundays, Townsville and Cairns Great Barrier Reef regions. The tropics are beautiful, humid and have a hell of a wet season. We travelled in mid-November, pre-school holidays and pre-wet season.

When to visit Cairns & Whitsundays

The best time of year to visit is Dry Season, when you’ll enjoy milder, warm weather and clear days. Dry Season runs from May to October. This is the most popular time to visit, especially around the Easter long weekend and school holidays. Daytime temps are 26-28 °C and at night it’s 16-17 °C. Humidity is low and there’s lots of great weather, with little chance of rain.

Wet season is November to April, with an average temperate of 31 °C that feels more like 35 °C thanks to the 75% humidity. We went in mid November and had perfect weather every day, but if you travel in January or February the chances of tropical thunderstorms, lots of rainy days and potentially cyclones and floods is much higher. The plus side is, there are less tourists!

Expect high humidity, high temperatures and lots of rain, which can bring gushing waterfalls and lush, vibrant greenery, but also can bring wild storms and even cyclones (hurricanes) near the end of the season.

North Queensland’s waters are home to two kinds of poisonous jellyfish, Box Jellyfish and Irukandji jellyfish, which have extremely potent venom that is fatal to humans. They are are especially prevalent during “Stinger season” from November – March. You can hire stinger suits on most islands or with most tours. 

You’re unlikely to encounter them in the deep waters of the Great Barrier Reef, but most tour operators will have stinger suits available for hire anyway.

Every destination on this trip is in crocodile territory. As a result, you should not swim in creeks, lakes or rivers in North Queensland, even if you can’t see any signs of a crocodile.

We made one exception on this tour, under the direct guidance of a tour guide, but I would definitely not chance it on my own, without expert guidance.

Crocodiles are the ultimate predator, and their scales create countercurrents underwater, which means a five-metre croc can be in knee deep water right beside you and you won’t see the water’s surface move. Be smart.

Saltwater crocodiles can also live in the ocean. Even though this is rare, you should not swim at  unpatrolled beaches. When we visited, the beach at Cape Tribulation was closed because of a crocodile sighting.  This doesn’t apply to the Great Barrier Reef, so you can swim on the reef from Green Island or on a tour to the Outer Reef Station.

This trip was about seeing some of Australia’s best beaches and most beautiful islands, experiencing the great tropical outdoors and of course, the reef. Because we only had a week, for work-related and budget-related reasons, the trip had a relatively fast pace and it was a relief to settle in Cairns for four nights at the end.

However, because most of the day’s activities involved swimming and beaches, once we plonked ourselves on a beach we had a lot of downtime. If you can, I’d recommend adding a few days and taking it slower. I’d stay an extra night in Townsville and on one of the Whitsundays islands. Hamilton, Daydream, Green Island or Magnetic would be perfect.

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Amazing! I’m going to Australia for the first time January 3rd and plan on staying for one year on the work and holiday visa. I’ll be living in Gold Coast and absolutely LOVE this itinerary, you got to do so much in just one week! I see you travel a lot through Oz, I’ll be using your blog to help plan my trip, thanks!!

Awesome how exciting! I hope this all helps 😊 I have done a few other little trips that I haven’t uploaded here yet too, so if you have any questions at all about living or travelling in Australia please get in touch! 🙂 Gold Coast is great!

Heaven!!! I want to dive there so bad 😀 Its a paradise, lucky you to have it as your doorstep 😀 Amazing! Have a great day!

Back in September not Sunday oops!

Great post! We went to Airlie Beach/Whitsundays for a weekend back in Sunday and fell in love with Whithaven and the Great Barrier Reef. Now I am adding Green Island to my list!

You definitely should! It’s hard to believe it is real! 🙂

Wow, you did so much in that time! It’s such a beautiful area though, isn’t it. Completely agree with you about the Kuranda markets, I was expecting a lot more considering the amount of advertising in Cairns, but the views nearby do make up for it!

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Whitsundays Day Tour – The Best Whitsunday Islands Tours From Airlie Beach

Posted on Last updated: December 9, 2020

Found in the very heart of the iconic Great Barrier Reef, off the coast of Eastern Australia, lies a group of 74 tropical paradisal isles that make up the Whitsundays Islands.

The islands boast sweeping expanses of lush rainforests, glistening beaches, and jewel-coloured waters sheltering the colourful, life-filled reefs.

The Whitsundays are a ‘must-see’ on everyone’s Australia bucket list . The Whitsundays Islands is where the delights of the Great Barrier Reef and multifarious lifestyles, from resorts and hotels, all meet.

When I first saw photos of the Whitsundays I knew I had to add them to my ultimate travel bucket list . Most travellers choose to visit the Whitsundays on a day trip from mainland Australia.

If you’re among them, you’ve come to the right place!

In this guide I’ve outlined everything you need to know about doing a day tour to the Whitsundays, including departure points, prices, what to expect, and even alternative tours.

So what are you waiting for? The crystal clear waters of the Whitsundays are waiting, let’s dive in!

• 1 About the Whitsundays
• 2.3 With an organised tour
• 3 Our experience doing an Airlie Beach Tours to Whitsundays
• 4 What to Bring on Your Whitsundays Island Day Tour
• 5 Is doing a Whitsunday day Tour worth it?
• 6 More Whitsundays Tours Options
• 7 Where to stay in Airlie Beach for a Whitsundays day trip

The view of Whitehaven Beach from Cape Hinlet in the Whitsunday Islands, Australia

About the Whitsundays

Whitsundays forms part of the Cumberland Group of islands – the largest offshore chain of islands along the Australian coastline in the Coral Sea.

The majority of these isles are uninhabited (only eight are inhabited) and form part of the national parks . Several of the islands offer resort accommodation.

Airlie Beach is the main town on the mainland that is used as an entry point to the islands. Other big cities closeby include Cairns, 630km north, and Townsville, around 900km north of Brisbane.

The region provides a warm subtropical climate, with average temperatures around 27.4°C.

It has a well-defined dry season during winter (June – August), with average temperatures reaching 24°C, making it the perfect beachside holiday destination year-round.

The Whitsundays Islands are home to the world-renowned Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach ( rated the second-best beach in the world ). The perfect place to relax on the pristine beaches or stroll through the lush rainforests.

Drone shot of one of the beautiful beaches in Australia – Photo by Jessica May on Scopio

How to get to the Whitsundays from Airlie Beach

The Whitsundays Islands aren’t connected to the mainland. So unless you fly to Hamilton Island, you’ll need to take a ferry regardless of which mode of transportation you take along the mainland.

The easiest way to get to the Whitsunday Islands is by plane . The largest inhabited island, Hamilton Island, is serviced by its own airport, The Great Barrier Reef Airport.

It has direct flights from Melbourne, Cairns , Sydney and Brisbane. Another airport servicing the Whitsundays is Whitsunday Coast Airport, at Proserpine, 20km from Airlie Beach.

There are also two other light plane airports, Whitsunday Airport at the Shute harbour just 5km from Airlie Beach and an airport on Lindeman Island.

Lindeman Island has domestic and international connections via Sydney , Cairns, and Brisbane airports.

The view over Whitehaven Beach from Hill Inlet Lookout in the Whitsundays – Photo by Stephanie Bruce on Scopio

The majority of ferries travel between Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island, though some also run from Shute Harbour, 10km east. The crossing takes around an hour.

Keep in mind, these are passenger-only ferries, so if you are driving by car , you’ll need to leave it at the ‘long-stay’ parking lot. However, many travellers choose to stay in Airlie Beach and take a Whitsundays day trip.

Most people drive to Airlie Beach as part of a longer Australia East Coast road trip . Whether you go from Cairns to Brisbane or viceversa, you’re guaranteed an epic Aussie road trip !

With an organised tour

If you prefer to have everything organised, you can also visit the Whitsunday Islands with an organised tour.

These usually set off from Airlie Beach, take you to explore the islands and then return either the same day or the following day, depending on what tour you choose.

These are great if you’re travelling on a tight schedule, or don’t want to have to organise an overnight stay at the resorts of Hamilton Island.

Click here to book your Whitsundays islands ocean rafting day trip!

My friends and I during our speedboat day tour to the Whitsundays

Our experience doing an Airlie Beach Tours to Whitsundays

We only did a day trip to the Whitsundays since we had a tight itinerary, and didn’t have time to spend longer at the islands.

If you’re up for an adventure, embark on a thrilling Whitsundays ocean rafting tour from Airlie Beach.

The duration of the tour is around 6.5 hours to a full day. You have two options to choose from with this trip – the North or the South Whitehaven option.

We opted for the Airlie Beach day trip to the North Whitehaven side and visited two different snorkelling stops. First on Hook Island and then to Whitehaven Beach.

It’s the perfect option for anyone looking to do a lot of snorkelling. It’s an amazing tour, but you won’t be spending much time on the actual islands with this choice.

We enjoyed lunch at the north end of Whitehaven beach, and then took a guided walk through the National Park and the Hill Inlet lookout point.

Snorkelling in the Whitsunday Islands with a Maori Wrasse

There you’ll see breathtaking views of blue and white strips, where the turquoise waters, reefs and sands meet. This was a really phenomenal day trip, and I wish we had stayed longer and explored a bit more of the islands.

The second option is the South Whitehaven tour and is ideal if you’re looking to do more relaxing on the beach.

You’ll explore one snorkel destination at Border or Dumbell Islands, and visit both the northern and southern ends of the pristine Whitehaven Beach.

You’ll get to relax on the world-renowned white silica sands or frolic in the waters for around 2-hours. Doing a day trip on a speed boat is ideal since the travel time is usually reduced.

Big sailing boats or catamarans are comfier to cruise on, but will take much longer to reach the islands. We also had a bit of an adventurous captain who did some speed tricks out at sea, which were pretty exhilarating!

The islands were so stunning that I wish we had been able to spend longer there. However as far as day trips go, the one we did was pretty awesome.

Some beautiful corals that you can see when scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef, Australia – Photo by Kristoffer Trondsen on Scopio

What to Bring on Your Whitsundays Island Day Tour

Although we all know how to pack for exciting tours, here are some of the general trip essentials and must-haves for a Whitsundays day tour.

Sunscreen – is your absolute trusty steed if you’re travelling in Australia. You’ll want to get a lotion that will protect you from the sun and to also be reef friendly.

Sun hat – it’s always good to have a sun hat when spending a day at the beach. The Australian sun can be really harsh, so having some shade to protect your face is essential.  

Flip flops – you’ll want a pair of light shoes/flops to easily pack into your bag for exploring the shores.

Light waterproof jacket – is an essential item I like to take along with me, wherever I go. Although Whitsundays provides a subtropical climate, you may find it getting chilly if it rains or in the late afternoons. Taking a light waterproof jacket doesn’t need much space, and it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Reusable water bottle – not only provides you with water, but you also help conserve the environment when on tours. Most tour operators provide water and snacks, but it is always great to keep your own reusable water bottle at hand.

Fast-drying towel – is perfect for all purposes – camping, travel, beach, backpacking, swimming. It’s lightweight, absorbent and dries quickly. It’s certainly a popular travel accessory and one of my ‘must-have’ items.

Whitehaven Beach in Australia

Is doing a Whitsunday day Tour worth it?

To put it shortly, absolutely! With a subtropical climate and stunning tropical islands, you’ll certainly want to take a visit and see the paradise for yourself.

And if you take a ferry, it’s a short 1h 5m to get there, which is not bad at all.

You can explore these idyllic islands by snorkelling, scuba diving, sailing and swimming from the many beaches or the tour boat.

The day tour we took in Whitsundays is ideal if you want to do more snorkelling. It’s a lovely day trip, but you’ll spend a lot of time at sea and not actually on the islands.

View over Whitehaven Beach from Hill Inlet Lookout in the Whitsunday Islands – Photo by Svenja Schmikal on Scopio

More Whitsundays Tours Options

The Whitsundays day tour is a spectacular excursion, but for the next time, I will certainly opt for the overnight option to explore the surrounding areas more.

If you have more time, I’d suggest doing an overnight tour around the Whitsunday Islands. You’ll get the most out of your trip sailing, snorkelling, hiking and kayaking in these magical gem clear waters.

Not only that, but you’ll also get to embark on an eco-friendly exploration of hidden bays hugging around the reefs.

You’ll also get to visit the famous Whitehaven Beach, the Hill Inlet, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, and other Whitsundays Islands.

Book your overnight sailing, snorkelling and kayaking tour here!

Chilling at the beach

Another excellent option is the 2-day combo tour to the outer Great Barrier Reef and some of the best locations in the Whitsundays.

Your first day is a 10-hour trip to explore the outer Great Barrier Reef on a cruise and pontoon, passing by Whitsunday islands. There you’re able to snorkel and enjoy a buffet lunch in paradise.

On your second day, you’ll embark on a 10-hour Catamaran Sailing tour to Whitehaven, the Hill Inlet and enjoy snorkelling in the crystal clear waters.

Book your 2-day combo tour to the outer Great Barrier Reef & Whitehaven Beach here!

Relaxing at the beach

Where to stay in Airlie Beach for a Whitsundays day trip

In Airlie Beach you will find accommodation for every traveller, ranging from backpacker hostels to lovely family resorts . I listed below some options of accommodation in Airlie Beach for every budget.

Budget – Nomads Airlie Beach : I stayed in multiple Nomads Hostels during my Australia trip and was always happy with the friendly and sociable atmosphere.

Click here to book your stay at Nomads Airlie Beach!

Mid-range – Water’s Edge Resort : Considering this hotel has a beautiful infinity pool with view over the town and sea, we were not expecting it to be that affordable. They have lovely apartments with a great view.

Click here to see prices and availability at Water’s Edge Resort!

Luxury – Mirage Whitsundays : If you’re looking to pamper yourself, this is the place. Modern luxurious apartments, infinity pools and sea views, this hotel has it all.

Click here to book your stay at Mirage Whitsundays!

Enjoying the pool of at Water’s Edge Resort in Airlie Beach

Final thoughts on doing a Whitsundays tour from Airlie Beach?

Get ready to swim with rainbow-coloured fish and sea turtles. Sink your toes into some of the most beautiful beaches in the world on your tropical Whitsundays vacation.

Now that you have a tour in mind, are you ready to set sail on the transparent waters of the Great Barrier Reef? The idyllic tropical islands of Whitsundays are something out of a dream, a magical paradise.

See for yourself why Whitehaven Beach is said to be the second best beach in the world, and Hill Inlet Lookout is said to be so spectacular.

I hope you find this guide useful in planning your own day trip to the Whitsunday Islands from Airlie Beach! I cannot wait to go back and do an overnight Whitsundays tour to explore even more around these dreamy waters.

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Pristine, pure, perfect – the silica sand here is dazzlingly white, washed in on the tide over thousands of years. Located on the largest island in the Whitsundays, Whitehaven Beach offers up 7km of shore to explore – swim, snorkel, laze on the sand or even take a hike through the forest to an ocean lookout or secret swimming spot: your time here can be as energetic or relaxed as you’d like it to be.

Don’t miss the walk to the spectacular viewpoint over Hill Inlet at Whitehaven’s northern end, where a swirl of white sand and turquoise water fuse to create a stunning blend of colours.

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• Scenic Railway & Skyrail
• Rainforestation Tour
• Aboriginal Experience
• Wildlife Park & More
• Aboriginal Experiences
• Wildlife Park
• Explore Kuranda
• Aboriginal Art Workshop
• 90-Minute Rainforest Skyrail
• 4hrs At Kuranda Village
• Kuranda Scenic Railway 
• Includes Return Bus Transfers
• Kuranda Scenic Railway
• WWII Army Duck Tour
• Aboriginal Performances
• Tropical Fruit Orchard

Sailing Tours to the Reef

• Sail, Snorkel & Dive
• Stylish, Fast Catamaran
• Moors At Paradise Reef

MICHAELMAS CAY & GBR

• Snorkel from the Beach
• Sail, Snorkel, Dive
• Intro Diving On Board
• Glass Bottom Boat Tour

GREEN ISLAND & GBR

• Up To 4hrs Reef Time
• Explore Green Island

Reef Journeys Great For Experienced Divers

• Coral Sea & Ribbon Reef
• Scenic Flight Included
• Ideal For Advanced Divers
• Extended Itinerary

4 Days 4 Nights

• Visits Cod Hole Reef
• Luxurious Accomm

3 Days 3 Nights

3 Days, 3 Nights

• Fly & Dive Cod Hole
• Up To 12 Dives

4 Days, 4 Nights

• Unique Dive Sites
• Up To 14 Dives
• 2 Night Dives Included

Day Trips from Cairns to the Great Barrier Reef

• Modern, Luxury Vessel
• Hot Showers On Board
• Visit 2 Stunning Reef Sites
• 5hrs Snorkel & Diving
• Family Friendly
• Eco-Certified Tour
• Indigenous Education
• Snorkel & Scuba
• Ideal For Families
• Reef Pontoon Visit
• Scuba, Snorkel & More
• Underwater Observatory

Pontoon Activity Platforms On The Great Barrier Reef

• Later Departure
• 3 Hours Snorkel Time
• Semi-Submersible Tour

Waterfall Tours From Cairns

• Milla Milla Falls
• Josephine Falls
• Lake Eacham
• Spot Native Wildlife
• Visit 3 Waterfalls
• Flexible Itinerary
• Rainforest Visit
• Carbon Neutral Tour
• Northern Experience
• Visit Paronella Park
• Marvel At 3 Waterfalls
• Delicious Lunch Included

Visit Green Island - Fun for all ages

• 7hrs Green Island Time
• Hike, Snorkel & Dive
• Eco-Adventure
• 2-In-1 Package
• 2hrs On Green Island
• 3hrs At Moore Reef
• Fun For Families
• Fringing Reef Snorkel
• Beachside Relaxing

Mission Beach Tours

• Snorkel, Hike Or Relax
• Small Group Numbers
• Visit Pirate Caves
• Scenic Boat Journey
• Up To 15,000ft Jump
• Spectacular Coastal Views
• Land on Mission Beach

3-4 HOURS REEF TIME

• Cairns Return Transfers
• Guided Snorkel Safaris
• Beaver Reef & Sand Cay
• Visit Dunk Island

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

• 2 Hours Snorkelling
• Pristine, Untouched Reefs
• AM or PM Departure
• Eco-Tour 

MULTIPLE SESSIONS

• 45-Minute Swim
• Face To Face With A Croc
• Wildlife Habitat Entry
• Unique Experience
• Babinda Boulders Swim
• Afternoon Tea & Dinner
• Spot Wild Cassowaries

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• Amazing Scenic Views
• Photo Package Included
• Light Refreshments
• Abseiling & Cliff Jumping
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• Choice Of 2 Itineraries
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• 2hr Guided Tour

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• 35 Minute Fast Boat
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• 360 Tailspins & Turns

DAINTREE RAINFOREST TOURS FROM PORT DOUGLAS

• Luxury Eco Tour
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• Daintree River Cruise Included
• Exclusive Access Hike
• Secluded Waterfalls
• Lunch In The Rainforest
• Local Guide
• Guided Rainforest Walk
• Mossman Gorge
• Cape Tribulation Beach
• Daintree Wildlife Cruise
• Luxury Coach Transfers
• Smoke Ceremony at Mossman
• Daintree Walk
• Traditional Beach Spearfishing

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• Picnic Lunch
• Visit Josephine Falls & Babinda
• Etty Bay Cassowary Spotting
• Paronella Guided Afternoon
• Mena Creek Falls Light Show
• Authentic Country Pub Dinner
• Jabiru Lake Guided Walk
• Barron Falls Private Tour
• Delicious Lunch & Coffee Tasting
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EXTENDED REEF TRIPS - CORAL SEA AND BEYOND

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Explore the best things to do in the Whitsundays - The Whitsundays offer a wide range of activities and tours from visiting Whitehaven Beach, helicopter rides over Heart Reef and Whitsundays sailing holidays to luxury yacht charters. The Whitsundays offer Great Barrier Reef tour experiences for everyone.

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Half Day Island Kayaking Tour Airlie Beach | SALTY

Half Day Sea Kayaking tour suitable for experienced paddlers and beginners. Daily trips from Airlie Beach Shute Harbour.

Departing: Shute Harbour

Pickup: Airlie Beach

Whitsundays Scuba Diving Tours

Small group scuba diving tours Whitsundays. Departs Airlie Beach, maximum 8 guests on board, catering for experienced divers as well as beginners and snorkellers.

Departing: Airlie Beach

Scuba Diving Whitsundays - Charter Boat

Charter boat Airlie Beach. Snorkelling & scuba diving tours. No experience required. Small group maximum 6 introductory divers or 8 certified divers.

Charter Boat Whitsundays - Snorkelling Tours - Whitehaven Beach

Whitehaven Beach on one of our most popular private charter boats. Perfect for small group, maximum 10 guests.

Whitsundays Charter Boat | Skippered Tours | Airlie Beach

Luxury skippered power boat for up to 8 guests to explore the Whitsundays on an Axopar 37 Sun Top

Heart Reef - Whitehaven Beach Scenic Flight - 60 Minute - ORaft

Enjoy a 60 minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands, Great Barrier Reef, Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet!

Whitehaven Beach Club - Exciting New Exclusive Beach Club | GSLM

The best value Whitehaven product in the Whitsundays! This is the new Whitehaven Beach Club where you are all VIP guests on the Great Barrier Reef.

Jetskiing - Airlie Beach 1 Hour Jetski Tour| GSLM

Jetskiing tours from Airlie Beach. Join us on a one hour jet ski tour from Airlie Beach and enjoy the sites around Shute Harbour, the bays and islands of the beautiful Whitsundays

Jetski Airlie Beach - 2 Hour Island Tour

What a great way to see so much more of the Whitsundays and her islands in just two hours by jetski!

Airlie Beach Jetski Tours

An exhilaratiing 1.5 hours fast paced jet ski tour from Airlie Beach to show you the sites and bays of the Whitsunday Islands and give you a thrill

Whitsundays Underwater Accommodation - Underwater Luxury Sleep On The Reef

Luxury Sleep On The Great Barrier Reef Underwater Suites a first for the Whitsunday Islands and Australia.

Pickup: Airlie Beach, Daydream Island, Hamilton Island

Sunset Cruise - Hamilton Island Charter Boat - 8 Guests - EU

Private charter boat for sunset cruise from Hamilton Island in the Whitsundays.

Departing: Hamilton Island

Sunset Cruise - Hamilton Island - Charter Boat - 10 Guests - CHK

Hamilton Island private charter sunset cruise for 10 guests on a 11.5m Axopar Sun Top boat.

Sunset Cruises Hamilton Island - 24 guests - FLCN

Private boat charter from Hamilton Island for 24 guests for a sunset cruise.

Power Boat Charter | Airlie Beach | Hamilton Island | 24 Guests | FLCN

Power boat charter from Airlie Beach for 24 guests to explore the Whitsundays.

Hamilton Island Charter Boat - Airlie Beach Charters | 10 Guests | CHK

Hamilton Island Charter Boat. Power boat for up to 8 guests.

Hamilton Island Charter Boat - Airlie Beach – 8 Guests - EU

Power Boat Charter from Airlie Beach, Hamilton Island or other Islands in the Whitsundays for 8 guests.

North & South Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Tour

Visit North and South Whitehaven Beach on one of the most fun and best value Airlie Beach tours that includes Hill Inlet and then Whitehaven Beach South.

Heart Reef - Whitehaven Beach Flight & Snorkelling Tour Combo

See more in a day the ultimate Whitsundays scenic flight, beach & snorkel tour. Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet & secret snorkelling locations.

Whitehaven Beach Snorkelling | 2 Reefs | Fastest & Most Exciting | NTH

Adrenaline fuelled one day reef tour, snorkel 2 pristine reefs, ride, beach, bushwalk - iconic Whitsunday Islands adventure.

Whitehaven Beach & Snorkelling Tour Combo Whitsundays | STH

Thrilling Whitehaven Beach rafting tour, North & South Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet & Snorkel tour- all in one day

Whitsunday Reef Sleep 2-Day, 1-Night Sleep On The Reef

A unique experience Sleep On The Reef! 2 Day 1 Night One of a kind Whitsundays Great Barrier Reef experience, snorkel, dive, scenic helicopter flights and more.

Pickup: Airlie Beach, Hamilton Island

Whitehaven Beach | Hill Inlet & Snorkelling Tour | Whitsundays Sailing

Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, snorkelling the inner reef all on a world first, sleek high speed catamaran. Set sail onboard a first class voyage through Whitsunday Passage.

Sunset Cruise Hamilton Island - BBQ Dinner

Jump onboard and unwind to enjoy a relaxing 2 hour sunset cruise and BBQ dinner from Hamilton Island.

Island Explorer | Semi Submarine Tour

Experience the Great Barrier Reef surrounding the Whitsunday Islands as you marvel at the colourful marine life both above and beneath the crystal-clear waters from the comfort of our semi-submersible vessel.

Whitsundays Luxury Yacht Charter | 10-12 Guests | PleiadesII

Cruise the Whitsundays onboard this luxury 110ft charter yacht to snorkel, and explore the Great Barrier Reef in luxury.

Luxury Yacht Charters Whitsundays - Day & Overnight Superyacht Charters

Whitsunday luxury yacht charters. Day charter or extended liveaboard charters for up to 8 guests | Whitsundays Special Aug - Oct!

Sunset Cruises Airlie Beach - Cruise Only OR Cruise & Dine

Sunset Cruise Airlie Beach. Cruise only or Cruise & Dine, maximum 48 guests

Whitehaven Beach | Hill Inlet & The Best Snorkelling Tour

The only day tour in the Whitsundays to visit Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and offer the best snorkelling on the outer Great Barrier Reef

Sunset Cruises Airlie Beach - Adults Only

Sunset cruises Airlie Beach Whitsundays. Sunset sailing, adults only, departs Airlie Beach

Premium Adults Only Whitsunday Sailing Adventure | Whitehaven Beach OR Langford Island

Adults only luxury snorkelling and sailing trip, Whitehaven Beach or Langford Island snorkelling tour.

Whitsunday Luxury Yacht Charters | Fully Crewed| 6 to 8 Guests

Whitsundays Sailing charters. 8 guests day charter, 6 overnight charters

Whitsundays 3 Day 2 Night Sailing Adventures | Solway Lass

Spend 3 days and 2 nights sailing on a beautifully preserved tall ship in the Whitsundays. The perfect experience for visitors looking for more time sailing the Whitsundays, snorkelling and paddleboarding

Heart Reef & Whitehaven Beach Scenic Flight | FAUS

One of our most popular Airlie Beach scenic flights, over the Great Barrier Reef, Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet.

Whitsunday Snorkel & Dive Liveaboard | Whitehaven & Outer Reef

Experience the perfect blend of excitement and relaxation onboard a recently renovated maxi yacht that provides 3-day tours amidst the unspoiled Whitsunday Islands & Outer Reef!

Whitsunday Yacht Charter | 60ft Catamaran Half/Full Day Charter

Half day or full day yacht charter in the Whitsundays. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the ocean as you snorkel, stand-up paddleboard and explore with a kayak. Alternatively, bask in the tranquillity onboard and simply unwind.

Whitsunday Yacht Charter From 2 - 6 Days - up to 14 Guests

Experience the luxury of chartering an entire yacht exclusively for your family and friends, exclusive excursions to the famous Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet lookout ensures an unforgettable voyage of a lifetime.

Snorkelling Tour Airlie Beach - Outer Reef Snorkelling Safari

One of the fastest and best full day Outer Great Barrier Reef snorkelling trip departing Airlie Beach

Mackay Sunset Cruise

Enjoy a 2 hour sunset cruise around the Mackay Marina

Departing: Mackay

2 Nights Whitsundays Cruise - 2 Nights - Luxury Cruise

2 night Whitsundays cruise. A luxury way to explore the Whitsundays. Spend a weekend exploring some of the most beautiful islands of the Great Barrier Reef.

Whitsundays Luxury Boat Charters | Sunset/Day/Extended Charter | AL

Whitsundays luxury boat charter. Day charters and overnight charters now available to experience the Whitsundays in style.

2 Day 2 Night Whitsunday Liveaboard Sailing | PRO

Join us on a 2 day 2 night sailing adventure. Departing from Airlie Beach set sail on an ex-race maxi yacht, visit Whitehaven Beach and up to 3 snorkelling locations around the Whitsundays.

Scuba Diving Whitsundays - Airlie Beach

A dedicated scuba diving day trip operating out of Airlie Beach. Fast boat for more dive time and reef time in the Whitsundays.

3 Day 3 Night Whitsundays Fast Cat Overnight

Newly renovated 2-storey, powered catamaran, built to show guests so much more of the Whitsundays with all the modern luxuries.

2 Day 2 Night Fast Power Cat Liveaboard

Whitsundays Sailing - 3 Day 2 Nights on Blizzard

Whitsundays sailing holiday. 3 days 2 nights, sail the Great Barrier Reef in style. Perfect yacht for your next sailing adventure with plenty of time to relax in luxury.

3 Day 3 Night Sailing Whitsundays - Snorkelling - Sailing

Enjoy epic scenic sailing, an exciting itinerary and plenty of time to sit back and relax as you make your way around the islands for one unforgettable experience

Whitsundays Sailing Tour - Snorkelling Tour - Airlie Beach | TON

Whitsundays sailing tour. This all-inclusive snorkel tour will take you off the beaten track to some of the Whitsunday Islands’ secret snorkelling destinations.

Charter Boat Mackay - Snorkel Tour 40 Guests - Sunset Cruise 50 Guests

Charter boat for groups of up to 40 snorkel tour - 50 sunset Cruise in Mackay.

Whitsundays Luxury Yacht Charters - Superyacht Sleeps 8 - AUR

Whitsundays Day & Overnight Charters - One of the most exquisite and finely detailed fitouts have been recently completed on the Whitsundays luxury charter yacht.

Mackay Reef Trips | Snorkelling Tours Mackay

Mackay snorkelling tour and island tour on the Great Barrier Reef. Depart Mackay on a fast boat trip to the outer reef to snorkel the coral outcrops.

Whitsunday Yacht Charters - Superyacht Luxury - 6 Guests - NISI

Such a stunning looking superyacht she is with her bronze hull as she cruises throughout the beautiful Whitsundays.

Whitsunday Yacht Charters - Great Barrier Reef Superyachts - Min 3 Nights - DL

Whitsunday yacht charters presents a world class 137ft luxury superyacht that accommodates 8 - 10 guests in four luxury ensuite staterooms.

Superyacht Great Barrier Reef 3+ Nights - TT

Luxury expedition style charter yacht featuring 4 spacious cabins for charter in the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef.

Hamilton Island - Snorkelling Tour - Full Day | EXP

Experience a full-day Great Barrier Reef snorkeling adventure taking you to two selected moorings around Bait Reef, the closest of the outer reef locations, with a minimum of 3.5 hours spent on location.

Whitsundays 2 Day 2 Night - Sailing - ICE

Luxury sailing holiday in the Whitsunday Islands on spacious catamarans with a full crew to show you the Great Barrier Reef. 10 passengers.

Havanna Luxury Cruises - Whitsunday Yacht Charters - 9 Guests

Whitsunday luxury yacht charters. Charter this popular yacht for a sunset cruise, day charter or multi-night sailing holiday in the glorious Whitsundays. Accommodating up to 9 guests and all the superyacht toys.

Superyacht Charter Whitsundays - 5 Cabins - 12 Guests -CO

Spend a magnificent holiday on the Great Barrier Reef on a 33.2m (111ft) superyacht and explore islands and beaches in luxury

Whitsunday Superyacht Charters - 40.2m Luxury Yacht – 10 Guests - IMP

Luxurious Italian designed 40.2m superyacht with 5 spacious cabins for charter in the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef

Whitsunday Yacht Charters - 46Ft - Crewed - 10 Guests - E ICE

Book a Whitsundays sailing holiday on a 46FT, 4 cabin luxury catamaran with an attentive crew for your next Airlie Beach holiday on the Great Barrier Reef

Whitsunday Yacht Charters - 46FT - 10 Guests - 2 Nights plus - O ICE

The ultimate holiday in the Whitsunday Islands is a fully crewed luxury sailing holiday with 10 guests onboard for the trip of a lifetime

Whitsundays Yacht Charters - Up to 12 Guests & Crew

Book a fully crewed private charter yacht holiday in the Whitsunday Islands from Airlie Beach for up to 12 guests on a catamaran

Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Tours

Explore North & South Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Lookout. Spend up to 6 hours exploring the beaches and coves and climbing Hill Inlet

Superyacht Charters Great Barrier Reef - RAS

Explore in Superyacht luxury with 34.6m/113.6ft comfort as you discover the Great Barrier Reef & Whitsundays on this luxury yacht charter. Up to 10 guests.

Sailing Whitsundays - 3 Day 2 Night Snorkelling Tours

Whitsundays sailing adventures over 3 days and 2 night on a magnificent pure bred racing yacht.

Helicopter Flights - Heart Reef - Whitehaven Beach - Airlie Beach

Heart Reef & Whitehaven Beach 60 minute helicopter flight departing from Airlie Beach.

Airlie Beach Helicopter Flights - 45 Minutes Great Barrier Reef Tour

Airlie Beach helicopter flight 45 minute scenic Great Barrier Reef tour of the Whitsundays.

Whitehaven Beach Helicopter Flights - 30 Minutes from Airlie Beach

Whitehaven Beach Helicopter Flight 30 Minutes Departs Airlie Beach with a minimum of 2 guests.

Helicopter Flights – Heart Reef - Whitsundays Snorkel Tour

Heart Reef indulgence helicopter flight and snorkel tour of Langford Reef departing from Airlie Beach.

Helicopter Tour & Beach Landing Whitehaven Beach – 2 Hour Tour

Helicopter flight and beach landing at Whitehaven Beach for a 2 hour tour in the Whitsundays.

Heart Reef Helicopter Flights | Whitehaven Beach Helicopter Landing 2 Hours

Heart Reef Helicopter flight and Whitehaven Beach Helicopter Landing 2 Hours of brilliant scenery.

Airlie Beach Helicopter Flights - Hamilton Island - Heart Reef - Reefworld

Airlie Beach tour boat cruise to Hamilton Island, Whitsundays Helicopter Flight, Great Barrier Reef snorkel tour all in 1 day.

Helicopter Airlie Beach - Fly/Fly to Reefworld - Heart Reef - Whitehaven

Take a helicopter from Airlie Beach out to Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Reefworld pontoon to snorkel.

Whitsundays Helicopter Flights - 20 Minute Scenic Flights - Airlie Beach

Whitsundays scenic helicopter flight for 20 minutes departing from Airlie Beach.

Helicopter Flights Airlie Beach - Snorkel Tour to Langford Reef

Take a luxury helicopter flight and snorkelling tour from Airlie Beach out to see the coral and fish at Langford Reef.

Scenic Flights Heart Reef - Whitehaven & Snorkelling

3 experiences in 1 day helicopter flights from Airlie Beach to Heart Reef, Snorkel Hardy Reef and land Whitehaven Beach.

Airlie Beach Helicopter Flights - Snorkelling - Heart Reef - Whitehaven Beach | Cruise Fly

Airlie Beach tour with Whitsundays Helicopter Flight, Great Barrier Reef Tour & Hamilton Island tour in 1 day.

Heart Reef Scenic Flight & Whitehaven Beach Flight

50 – 60 minute scenic flight from Airlie Beach to Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, Great Barrier Reef.

Heart Reef Tours –Exclusive Helicopter Landing - Heart Reef – Snorkel

The ultimate Heart Reef and Great Barrier Reef tour in the Whitsunday Islands. 3 Hour helicopter tour to Heart Reef.

Pickup: Hamilton Island

Whitsunday Yacht Charters 4 Days, 4 Nights Luxury Sailing

Explore the 74 islands of the Whitsundays on a 4 Day, 4 Night sail and snorkel tour for 8 guests in 4 double cabins.

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3 Day Whitsunday Getaway Cruise

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Take your time and enjoy the perfect couples deluxe sailing experience on Whitsunday Blue. Stop at Whitehaven beach, go snorkelling, and check out the islands in the area.

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Whitsunday Getaway is the best of our 3 day Whitsunday cruises, offering you a deluxe sailing tour of the Whitsunday Islands. Come aboard Whitsunday Getaway, the ultimate sailing experience in Australia’s iconic Whitsunday Islands! Join us for a deluxe 3-day adventure and explore the best beaches and snorkeling spots this slice of paradise has to offer.

Spanning over 4 days and sleeping 3 nights onboard the vessel our Whitsunday cruise, explore the Whitsunday Islands in luxury. Including relaxing at the magnificent Whitehaven Beach, walking to Hill Inlet Lookout, and experiencing snorkeling stops on the fringing coral reefs that extend right from the edge of the Islands.

Looking for a relaxing, stress-free escape that lets you savor each moment? Join us on board the Whitsunday Getaway, a luxurious catamaran that promises the ultimate experience. With a professional skipper and hostess to cater to your needs, we’ve got you covered from start to finish.

Privacy & Comfort: Our stylish Lagoon 440 catamaran features four private cabins with en-suite bathrooms. Each cabin is equipped with independent air-conditioning, ensuring your utmost comfort.

Secluded Paradise: Avoid the crowds as we transport you to pristine, lesser-known destinations within the Whitsunday Islands. Relax on uncrowded beaches, enjoy serene anchorages, and relish the tranquility of quiet, calm waters.

Spacious Elegance: The 13-meter catamaran boasts stability and excellent sailing capabilities. With a vast deck area for lounging, comfy cushioned seating at the bow, a roomy covered aft deck saloon, and a spacious flybridge offering panoramic views, you’ll have plenty of space to unwind.

Ideal for Couples: This experience is perfect for couples aged 30 and over, making it a popular choice for private charters. Please note that the vessel is for adults only.

Don’t miss your chance to embark on the Whitsunday Getaway—a modern, comfortable sailing catamaran experience that will exceed your expectations. Book your journey today for a serene escape in paradise.

The ideal 3 night Whitsunday cruise for couples and honeymooners. Escape the Crowds on a 3-Day, 3-Night Sailing Adventure

$ 2,525

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Jump onboard and prepare for a peaceful holiday surrounded by beauty. Head over to the islands in time for sunset over the water as you enjoy a glass of your favourite wine and meet the others whom you’ll be spending time with. Have your dinner served under the stars before tucking in for the night in your cabin.

Wake up in the morning to the stunning island scenery surrounding the boat and enjoy a leisurely breakfast on board. Sail down to tongue bay to make your way up to Hill Inlet Lookout and take in the stunning vista of the world-famous Whitehaven Beach. Spend some time exploring the beach itself before coming back on board for lunch on the go. Watching the beautiful scenery change as you sail north.

Jump into the delightful water for a swim and snorkel over the beautiful coral reefs teeming with bright colourful fish. If you’re lucky, spot a turtle or meet George the Maori-Wrasse! If there’s time, possibly go for another beach visit or snorkel before sharing an antipasto platter while you watch the sunset.

Dinner under the stars once again as you wind down for the evening. In the morning enjoy another stunning vista with breakfast on the deck. Maybe jump in for a cheeky swim before setting sail for the mainland.

For our three-day and three-night trip, you will have a whole extra day to mosey on through the secluded bays and coves around the Whitsunday Islands. Take everything a little slower and come back with more knowledge of the islands than some of the locals,

• Sail on a catamaran around the Whitsunday Islands
• With only 8 guests Whitsunday Blue is a personal experience with your crew
• Visit Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach
• Essential things to pack
• Please pack in a soft-sided bag (No Suitcases or Bags with wheels).
• Jacket/sweater
• Runners or sandals for island walks
• BYO policy for all soft and alcoholic beverages.
• Important Booking Info
• 4 private Doubles cabins 3 Ensuite and 1 shared bathroom
• Luxury Whitsunday sailing adventure for those over 18 years old.

You can bring you own alcohol as this vessel is not licensed. Please no glass bottles or red wine. Adventurer is BYO which is great, so pick up a few bottles of wonderful Australian wine to enjoy under the stars in the evening

Please pack in a small soft sided bag. No hard/suitcases or large backpacks. We do not have luggage storage. Cabins on our Whitsundays sailing boats are pretty compact- so take as little as you possibly can on board. You can store luggage at your hotel or hostel in Airlie Beach. In a cabin baggage size bag bring; enough clothes for the duration of your trip, swimwear, a towel, light footwear such as flip-flips/thongs or slides, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, and camera.

Check in by 7.00pm the day prior day of departure at Shop 1, 4 Airlie Esplanade, Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia. Tour departs the Coral Sea Marina Resort at 3pm.

There are luggage storage facilities in Airlie Beach or you may be able to store your luggage at your hotel or accommodation.

We provide a mask, snorkel and stinger suit for every person on the trip included in the price. We do not provide fins. We do provide life jackets, and other flotation devices on request if needed. All our tours are eco-certified, and for us to keep in line with the regulations set out by this certification, we do everything we can to limit the amount of damage to the coral. We found, through years of experience, that giving people fins drastically increased the damage occurring to the coral. A stinger suit is a thin wetsuit appropriate for the warmer water here in the Whitsundays. They are designed to help protect you against stingers and from the sun while you snorkel.

All meals and snacks are included for the duration of your trip. Our crew freshly prepares each meal for you to enjoy using locally sourced, seasonal fruits and vegetables. Usually served buffet style; you can choose to eat anywhere onboard. Meals are a great communal time to get to know your fellow travellers.

A typical menu includes continental-style breakfasts, a filling lunch made up of build-your-own rolls, and two different salads plus accompaniments. Two delicious and hearty dinners, usually home-cooked style meals with salads and side dishes.

There will be snacks and afternoon nibbles, and tea and coffee available throughout the trip.

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$ 2,525

15 Day Brisbane To Cairns Tour

See and do it all with our 15-day itinerary along the East Coast of Australia!

• Visit K'gari's famous highlights on the world's largest sand island
• Discover the beautiful Whitsundays and go on the sailing tour of a lifetime!
• Snorkel or scuba dive on the Great Barrier Reef on a day trip
• Visit beautiful waterfalls in Cairns UNESCO-listed rainforests

Discover paradise seamlessly with the 15-day package that will allow you to see all the highlights of Australia's stunning East Coast. 

This is the best way to see all the highlights of the East Coast in a ready-made package, tailored just for you! We will help you choose the right tours and accommodations to ensure you experience your trip exactly as you want! This great package has been designed to work with any K'gari 4WD tour and any Sailing Whitsundays tour to ensure you travel your way and within your budget.

This package is designed to start in Brisbane and end in Cairns. We will pre-book all of your accommodation ahead of time ensuring you are rested for your next day of adventuring; however, if you have a preference of hostel or have already booked some of your accommodation just let us know!

• 15-day trip along the East Coast!
• Visit all the highlights
• Travel your way - we'll help you pick the right tour for you!
• Worry-free travel
• Bus pass Brisbane to Cairns
• K'gari 3 day, 2 night Tour
• Whitsunday sailing 2 day, 2 night tour
• Cairns Great Barrier Reef day tour with optional scuba dive
• Cape Tribulation and Daintree Rainforest tour
• Atherton Tablelands tour

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What to bring.

Please refer to individual product pages for a full guide on "What To Bring" for each tour. 

What's Included

• K'gari 3 day, 2 night Tour
• Cape Tribulation and Daintree Rainforest day tour
• Atherton Tablelands day tour
• 1 night of accommodation in Rainbow Beach or Noosa
• 4 nights accommodation in Airlie...
• 4 nights accommodation in Airlie Beach 
• 4 nights accommodation in Cairns

What's Extra

• Whitsundays 15,000ft skydive
• Noosa Everglades tour
• Whitsundays day trip
• Magnetic Island Extension - additional 2 nights 
• Campervan or car rental/campervan upgrade
• Travel insurance

Terms and Conditions

Important Information

• *Whitsundays boat trips may depart as follows: Depart day 7 and return on day 9, giving you ‘free’ days on day 10 and 11  or  depart day 8 and return on day 10, giving you ‘free’ days on day 7 and 11.
• Guests can choose to book their own accommodation along the way, or we can book it for you
• This is a sample itinerary only. It may change depending on your dates of travel
• Guests can choose to travel by campervan or car hire for an optional upgrade and altered itinerary - ask us how!

Please refer to individual product pages for a full guide on "Terms and Conditions" for each tour.

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Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value. 

E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees. You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.

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