Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Full-Day Eco-Cruise with Buffet
Whitsunday Islands, Whitsundays
Take a boat ride to the best snorkeling locations in the Whitsunday Islands. Travel on the area's fastest catamaran on a climate action leading tour.
Whitehaven Beach and Reef Snorkeling Tour in Airlie Beach
This full-day tour from Airlie Beach suits families, couples, and groups eager to explore the Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach with snorkeling and guided walks.
Highlights
- Visit Whitehaven Beach on a tour accredited as 'Climate Action Leading'
- Travel on a fast, stable, and custom-built catamaran
- Snorkel underwater valleys, marine life, and coral formations
- Enjoy a guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout
- Buffet lunch plus morning and afternoon snacks included
Description
After pickup from your accommodation, you will be transferred by bus to the marina in Airlie Beach. Board the custom-built catamaran and start the day with fresh, homemade, gluten-free brownies as a morning snack.
The first snorkeling stop is at a quiet reef, allowing you to see vivid colors, fish, and coral formations along the Great Barrier Reef's fringing reef. Next, snorkel at Hook Island's northern tip, exploring underwater valleys, caves, and diverse marine life.
After snorkeling, enjoy a buffet lunch with cold sliced meats, cheeses, salads, and fresh bread at Whitehaven Beach. Then join a guided bush walk and history talk to Hill Inlet Lookout, where white sands and turquoise waters create a swirling effect.
Spend some free time relaxing on the beach before an afternoon snack of fresh fruit. Return to Airlie Beach by boat, with hotel drop-off around 5:00 PM.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off by bus
- Return bus transfers from Airlie Beach, Cannonvale, or Jubilee Pocket
- Full-day cruise on a custom-built catamaran
- Morning snack (fresh brownies)
- Afternoon snack (fresh fruit)
- Buffet lunch
- Snorkeling equipment (mask and snorkel)
- Stinger suit hire in summer and wetsuit hire in winter
- Park fees and fuel levy
Excludes
- Alcohol
- Snorkeling fins
Important Information
- Suitable for families, couples, and groups
- Onboard toilet available for convenience
- You may bring your own alcohol to consume on board, except glass containers and red wine are prohibited
- Soft drinks and water are available for purchase at $3 on the boat
- The tour itinerary may change depending on tides and wind conditions
- The crew will select snorkeling spots based on weather and visibility
- The custom catamaran is designed for stability and speed, ideal for passengers prone to seasickness
- Participants should be comfortable swimmers to snorkel
- Snorkeling sites may be adjusted for safety and optimal experience
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring swimwear, sunscreen, a hat, and a towel. Book early and confirm pickup details the day before your tour.
