Things to do in Whitsunday Island, Queensland: The Best Tours

Discover the magnificent Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef in style, on Reef & Whitehaven Landing experience! This premium tour features all the highlights of the region, plus 1 ½ hrs of beach time at dreamy Whitehaven Beach.

Inclusions: 1.5 hours of beach time at Whitehaven Beach, Helicopter flight to Whitsunday Island, In-flight pilot commentary

Exclusions: Food and drinks - order a gourmet platter to enjoy on the beach! Contact GSL team

New Horizon is truly the best value for money vessel on the market. She is a stunning 21-meter traditional sailing vessel that has beautiful old-world charm with modern comforts such as air conditioning. She is a 21m sailing schooner that accommodates 32 passengers and 4 crew. She has 2 showers, 2 toilets, plenty of sheltered outdoor spaces and sun tanning space. Not to mention the only budget vessel with air con and her beds are spacious and comfortable, 8 doubles and 16 singles. Snorkelling, intro & certified scuba dives (to be booked and paid for on board the tour), SUP boards, bushwalks, beach games, movie lounge, 8 metre water slide and more. Our 4 fantastic crew instil a sense of fun in every facet of the tour by creating an atmosphere and culture that’s lively, engaging, and entertaining.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, 2 nights accommodation, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Professional guide, Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks and drinkable tap water

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable) Luggage can be stored in our office for $10pp, BYO Alcohol (no glass), Soft drinks available for purchase for $3 each

Value for Money! Offering the most time at two iconic Whitsunday locations - Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, with the best Beach BBQ in the Whitsundays! Included in fare - BBQ lunch, Stinger suits, am & pm tea, and Courtesy transfers from your accommodation. Visit both North & South Whitehaven Beaches and Hill Inlet Beach. Whitehaven Beach South for approx 2.5hrs with Beach BBQ lunch, steaks, salads etc. Choose to swim in the crystal clear waters, sunbathe, chill or take the optional hike to Whitehaven Lookout. Hill Inlet Lookout and Hill Inlet Beach for approx 2.5hrs, a spectacular view from the lookout and an awesome experience at beach level. This boat itself has indoor, semi-outdoor and rooftop seating, licensed bar and toilets. One of very few fast boats that you can move around when underway! This company is the longest running day tour to Whitehaven Beach, family operated by two Airlie Beach locals Capt. Dan and Capt. Shane, both providing Australian personal service.

Inclusions: BBQ lunch | Steak-Sausage-burger cooked to order | Salad and fruits, Morning Tea and Coffee | Afternoon Cheese and biscuits., Complimentary Transfers from your Hotel | Accommodation., Refill Water station., Stinger Suits in stinger season.

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Soft drinks and bottled water (available for purchase), Winter Suits (optional & available for hire)

Join us on the "Adventure of a lifetime" around the crystal clear turquoise and untouched waters of the Whitsunday Islands. Departing Airlie Beach you will board "Thundercat" a certified climate action leader and custom-built vessel to suit your next adventure - say goodbye to seasickness! During this action-packed day you will explore the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, climb to Hill Inlet lookout and snorkel two epic locations on the Great Barrier Reef. Of course, during all of these activities, we will also provide snacks, water and a buffet-style lunch !!

Inclusions: Expert Local driver/guide with live commentary on board, Pickup & drop-off from designated meeting points. This tour does NOT pickup from Hamilton Island. , All activities and use of snorkeling equipment, National Park fees, Buffet Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Snacks

Exclusions: Drinks, Prescription Masks

ZigZag Whitsundays Ultimate Whitsundays Day Tour. Visit Whitehaven Beach, Stunning Snorkel Locations and an Island Resort. ZigZag is a remarkably comfortable ride with newly installed high back padded seats in 2020 allowing guests of all ages and adventure levels to enjoy the tour without seasickness and the highest comfort and safety possible on a boat. Snorkel coral-filled bays with tropical fish, you may even see a turtle! Explore Whitehaven Beach and new South End Lookout guided tour! Feast on a fully prepared buffet lunch, then have a refreshing swim at Palm Bay Resort on Long Island and enjoy a cocktail on the beach to finish the day. ZigZag is the only boat permitted to visit this exclusive resort, you will not find this anywhere else. Our prices are fully inclusive and include - morning and afternoon snacks, buffet lunch, high-quality snorkel equipment and fins, wetsuit, refills of ice-cold water.

Inclusions: Buffet Lunch, Morning and afternoon, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Restroom on board, All Fees and Taxes, Guided Bush Walk With Crew

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Fly & Sunset Sail Package Enjoy a scenic afternoon in the Whitsundays including a Reef & Island scenic flight flying over the iconic sights in the Whitsundays, including Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, Heart Reef, Airlie Beach and everything in-between. Followed by the flight, head out on the water for a beautiful sunset sail on classic tallship – Providence V. Your 2 hours Sunset Sail includes a glass of bubbles, cheese/dip & fruit platter. Inclusions: 60 minute Reef & Island Scenic Flight with guaranteed window seats 2 hours Providence V Sunset Sail Complimentary glass of bubbles Cheese and dip platter Courtesy bus transfer to the airport Courtesy bus transfer to the marina

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Guaranteed window seats, Hotel pickup and drop-off (Subject to availability) Contact GSL for more information 07 4946 9097, In-flight pilot commentary, 2 hours Providence V Sunset Sail, Complimentary glass of bubbles , Cheese and dip platter

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"THE ORIGINAL AND MOST AWARDED TOUR IN THE WHITSUNDAYS" Visit three top destinations whilst having the ride of your life! Each Ocean Rafting day includes an exhilarating ride to world famous Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Beach and Lookout, pristine snorkelling reefs and guided Whitsunday Island National Parks walks, all in one day! The semi rigid inflatable vessels are super fast allowing you to experience a fun ride, adventure and education amongst the natural beauty of the Whitsundays.  Ocean Rafting offers two different Whitehaven Beach tours to choose from, the Northern Exposure and the Southern Lights tour. The significant difference between the two tours is that the Northern Exposure offers more snorkelling time and the Southern Lights offers more Whitehaven beach time. Ocean Rafting is the only tour operator to have direct access to the stunning and iconic Hill Inlet beach and secret snorkel sites around the Whitsundays ensuring a memorable underwater experience.

Inclusions: Visit to Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and guided National Park walks, Inner fringing coral reef snorkelling, Reef and island naturalist talks by our Master Reef Guides,Eco Host and Marine Biologist , Courtesy bus transfers

Exclusions: Tropical lunch (AU$16) payable direct. Please add in booking notes if you would like to add., Hire sunsuits/wetsuits - $8pp to hire on check in (Students with ID, Senior & Children FREE)), Assorted Alcoholic and NON Alcoholic Drinks and snacks (available to purchase - Cash or Credit Card), Prescription Mask hire Available - $15 pp on check in

The Fly & Cruise package with GSL Aviation is an all-inclusive itinerary including the best sights of the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef. Fly over the iconic Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, Heart Reef, and then head out on the water for an adventure filled guided tour. Your day on the water with GSL Marine includes the Whitsunday Islands, snorkelling, a guided walk to Hill Inlet lookout, and stand-up paddle boarding at Whitehaven Beach. It’s a seriously adventure-packed itinerary, including the best of the Whitsundays. Tour includes: 60-minute Reef & Island scenic flight Full Day Whitsunday Islands tour with GSL Marine Buffet Lunch & Snacks Complimentary Wetsuit Snorkelling Equipment Stand-Up Paddle Boards Ground Transfers

Inclusions: In-flight pilot commentary, Guaranteed window seats, Snorkeling, Beach time at Whitehaven Beach, Bushwalk to Hill Inlet, Lunch, Wet Suits , Stand up paddle board, Professional guide, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off (Subject to availability) Contact GSL for more information 07 4946 9097

Exclusions: Drinks, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Fly directly to the world-famous Whitehaven Beach with aerial views of the Whitsunday Islands on a 2-hour Whitehaven helicopter tour. Arriving on the beach in style, you’ll have 1.5 hours to enjoy this pristine beach, voted the best in Australia.

Inclusions: Helicopter flight to Whitsunday Island, 1.5 hours of beach time at Whitehaven Beach, In-flight pilot commentary

Exclusions: Food and drinks - order a gourmet platter to enjoy on the beach! Contact GSL team

Experience the best of the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef in one day with a Whitsunday scenic flight and Ocean Rafting adventure! Experience the Whitsundays’ ultimate destinations… Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and secret snorkelling locations. Enjoy a bird’s eye view of many of the 74 Whitsunday Islands, fly over Whitehaven Beach and picture postcard Hill Inlet before heading out to the Great Barrier Reef and experiencing one of the most photographed reef locations, Heart Reef. The comfortable fixed wing aircraft offers big window viewing, pilot commentary and the best views of the Whitsundays! Following your flight, enjoy an Ocean Rafting adventure, offering three days in one, including an exhilarating ride to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, pristine snorkelling reefs and guided Whitsunday Island National Parks walks. The Southern Lights tour offers more beach time and the Northern Exposure tour offers more snorkelling time.

Inclusions: Tropical lunch at Whitehaven beach, 60 minute reef and island scenic flight, Tour to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, Guided National Park walks, Inner fringing coral reef snorkelling and sunsuit/wetsuit

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Prescription Mask Hire - AUD$15 payable direct on day of travel, Soda/Pop