Whitsunday Islands & Whitehaven Beach Morning or Afternoon Cruise

The jewel of the Whitsunday Islands, 7km-long Whitehaven Beach is a divine natural environment and an essential Queensland destination. Cruise through these picture-perfect isles and spend two hours on the dazzling Whitehaven sand, swimming or just relaxing on the shore.

Highlights & Inclusions

From Port of Airlie, journey across the Whitsunday Passage and into this amazing tropical paradise – a scenic sequence of remote waterways and hidden bays. On the southern shores of Whitsunday Island, the largest of the 74 Whitsunday isles, famous Whitehaven Beach is a regular on lists of ‘World’s Best Beaches’. Wander along the sand, hike the short Solway Circuit for some show-stopping views, or cool off in the gently lapping water before your return cruise.

Scenic 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
Generous morning or afternoon tea
Protective stinger suits
Self-guided Solway Circuit walk

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What to bring

Swimwear and beach towel
Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and protective clothing
Light jacket/sweater for a cool or windy day
Camera
Credit/debit card for optional onboard purchases

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Departures

Daily Departure & Return Times

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Morning Cruise
	Departs	Returns
Port of Airlie	7:15 AM*	2:30 PM
Daydream Island	7:45 AM	1:50 PM
Hamilton Island	8:30 AM	12:30 PM

*There is a cafe at Port of Airlie where you can grab 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.

Afternoon Cruise
	Departs	Returns
Port of Airlie	11:35 AM	6:15 PM
Daydream Island	12:10 PM	5:50 PM
Hamilton Island	1:10 PM	5:00 PM

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.

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Prices

The following prices are per person.

Whitsunday Islands & Whitehaven Beach Morning or Afternoon Cruise

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Whitehaven Beach - Morning and Afternoon
	From 1st January 2023
Adult	$140
Child (4 - 14)	$55

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.