This Whitsundays day trip from Airlie Beach packs in all the major highlights of this stunning area with an emphasis on time at the beach.
Ocean Rafting’s Southern Lights tour takes you to both ends of the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, giving you plenty of time to relax on its pristine sands, take a dip in the water, and enjoy the incredible views.
At the southern end of Whitehaven Beach, you’ll have around two hours to relax, swim, or just soak up the sun. Then, you’ll head to the northern end for a guided bushwalk up to Hill Inlet Lookout, where you can snap photos of the swirling white silica sands and turquoise waters – a highlight of any Whitsundays tour.
After your beach time, you’ll go snorkelling at one of the tour’s “secret” spots and spend over an hour exploring vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. With personalised snorkelling tips from the crew and all the gear provided, you’re in for an unforgettable underwater adventure.
If you’d prefer to spend more time snorkelling than relaxing at the beach, head to the Whitsundays Day Tour With Ocean Rafting (Northern Exposure) option.
Highlights
- Visit both the northern and southern ends of Whitehaven Beach.
- Enjoy a guided walk to Hill Inlet Lookout for stunning views of the swirling sands.
- Snorkel at a secluded coral reef spot with plenty of marine life.
- Enjoy a tropical lunch on the beach (if lunch option selected).
- Learn about the reef and islands from your knowledgeable crew.
- Free courtesy bus transfers make it easy to get to and from the marina.
Included
- Snorkel equipment and flotation devices
- Fresh tropical lunch (if you book the tour option with lunch)
Important notes:
- 24-hrs prior to your start time, be sure to check-in via: https://bookings.oceanrafting.com.au
- Queensland Public Holidays Surcharge: Public holidays will incur a surcharge of $20 per adult, $10 per child and $50 per family (2ad and 2ch) on the Northern Exposure, Southern Lights and Fly Raft package, as well as charters. Scenic flights will NOT incur a surcharge. A list of dates can be found at www.oceanrafting.com.au under the terms and conditions tab.
- Tours depart from Coral Sea Marina, Northern Village.
- Courtesy coach pick ups are available from your local accommodation. Spaces are limited, so you must reconfirm your pick up location and time 48 hours prior to your tour, by calling 07 4946 6848.
- Please reconfirm pick-up time/location by calling Ocean Rafting.
- Please wait at the pickup location on the confirmation email from Ocean Rafting 5 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Should you have not received this confirmation email, please get in touch with Ocean Rafting. Drivers will wait no longer than 5 minutes after the scheduled pickup time.
- The main difference between Ocean Rafting’s two tours is that the Northern Exposure offers more snorkelling time and the Southern Lights has more beach time.
Not included:
- Sunsuit/Wetsuit – Available for hire
- Prescription Mask – Available for hire
- Water, Soft Drinks/Juice, Beer/Cider, Chocolate – Available for purchase
What to bring:
- Swimmers
- A beach bag including a towel, hat and shoes.
- A jacket during winter to protect you from wind and for warmth after snorkelling.
- Cameras in a waterproof case or Tupperware.
- Cash for water, soft drinks, beer, fruit juices and chocolates for sale on board.
- If you have chosen not to have our fresh tropical lunch pack, please ensure that you bring your own as we do not visit any resorts during the day.
- A sense of humour is always welcome!
Provider details:
Ocean Rafting
Phone: 0749466848
Enjoy the same epic Whitsundays day tour but with more snorkelling than beach time on the Northern Exposure tour.
Combine your Northern Exposure tour (more snorkel time) with an incredible 60-minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef for the ultimate Whitsundays day trip.
Combine your Southern Lights tour (more beach time) with an incredible 60-minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef for the ultimate Whitsundays day trip.
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