Whitehaven Beach & Hamilton Island Tour

From $206 PP

Highlights & Inclusions

From Port of Airlie, cruise across the Whitsunday Passage and into the Whitsunday Islands. On Hamilton Island, hop-on/hop-off shuttle buses take you past key attractions, scenic lookouts and holiday accommodation. Cool-off in the main pool with its swim-up bar, visit iconic Catseye Beach or browse the waterfront shops and galleries before lunch at Marina Tavern. You’ll also have the chance to explore Whitehaven Beach, where you can wander along the 7km shoreline – beachcombing, bushwalking and wading in the warm, crystal-clear water.

  • Cruise through the Whitsunday Islands, with a brief pick-up stop at Daydream Island and Hamilton Island to collect more guests.
  • Up to 2 hours at the southern end of Whitehaven Beach
  • Morning tea or Afternoon tea
  • Protective stinger suits
  • Lunch the Marina Tavern (see menu below, 1x item per voucher. drinks and other items at own expense)
  • Full use of Hamilton Island’s shuttle bus*, pool and beach areas

What to bring

  • Swimwear and beach towel
  • Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and protective clothing
  • Light jacket/sweater for a cool or windy day
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Camera
  • Credit card for optional activities – Please note that Hamilton Island is currently accepting cashless payments only

Departures

Daily Departure & Return Times

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Whitehaven Beach AM & Hamilton Island PM with Marina Tavern Lunch
Departs Returns
Port of Airlie 7:15 AM 6:30 PM
Daydream Island 7:45 AM 6:00 PM
*There is a cafe at Port of Airlie where you can grab a breakfast before your early morning start. RETURN times are when the vessel arrives back at the mainland/island resort. COACH TRANSFERS to Port of Airlie are available at an additional cost. NOTE: Schedule changes may occur. Where a Day Cruise is cancelled we will send notification to the contact details provided at the time of your booking. Itinerary is subject to prevailing weather and sea conditions including tides, wind, swell, sun and rain. The vessel's Master must at his discretion determine the most appropriate course to ensure acceptable levels of safety and comfort for passengers, crew and other vessels. All tours from Port of Airlie will stop at Hamilton Island to drop off and collect guests.
Some tours will require a change in vessel for connection to Whitehaven Beach vessel.

* The Hamilton Island Shuttle Service and Routes can vary in alignment with demand on the island. For more information, please visit Hamilton Islands website.
Hamilton Island AM & Whitehaven Beach PM with Popeyes Fish & Chips Lunch
Departs Returns
Port of Airlie 8:00 AM 6:25 PM
*There is a cafe at Port of Airlie where you can grab a breakfast before your early morning start. RETURN times are when the vessel arrives back at the mainland/island resort. COACH TRANSFERS to Port of Airlie are available at an additional cost. NOTE: Schedule changes may occur. Where a Day Cruise is cancelled we will send notification to the contact details provided at the time of your booking. Itinerary is subject to prevailing weather and sea conditions including tides, wind, swell, sun and rain. The vessel's Master must at his discretion determine the most appropriate course to ensure acceptable levels of safety and comfort for passengers, crew and other vessels. All tours from Port of Airlie will stop at Hamilton Island to drop off and collect guests.
Some tours will require a change in vessel for connection to Whitehaven Beach vessel.

* The Hamilton Island Shuttle Service and Routes can vary in alignment with demand on the island. For more information, please visit Hamilton Islands website.

Prices

The following prices are per person.

Whitehaven Beach & Hamilton Island Self Guided Tour

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Day Cruise With Popeyes Lunch
Current Price as of 1st January 2025
Adult $200 $206
Senior $185 $192
Child (4 - 14) $90 $97
Family (2 adults & 2 children) $495 $523
Great Barrier Reef Environmental Management Charge (EMC)
Included in your cruise fare is a per head fee which goes to the Government. The money collected is used by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) for the management and protection of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
Day Cruise With Marina Tavern Lunch
Current Price as of 1st January 2025
Adult $205 $214
Senior $195 $210
Child (4 - 14) $95 $100
Family (2 adults & 2 children) $560 $548
Great Barrier Reef Environmental Management Charge (EMC)
Included in your cruise fare is a per head fee which goes to the Government. The money collected is used by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) for the management and protection of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
Coach Transfers to Port of Airlie
Adult $13.00
Child (4 - 14) $7.00
Prices are in AUD and per person. Please note a non refundable credit card surcharge fee of 1.42% (Mastercard & Visa), 1.1% (WeChat Pay), 2% (China Union Pay) or 1.54% (Alipay) applies to all bookings. This fee is not included if payment is made via POLi.

NOTE: Most Airlie accommodation is within walking distance to Port of Airlie. Coach transfers are however an option. Please note 12 hours of notice is required for coach transfers.

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