Whitsunday Islands & Whitehaven Beach 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.

About the tour

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.

Inclusions

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 on the southern end of Whitehaven Beach
Morning or afternoon tea
Protective stinger suits
Access to the Southern Whitehaven Beach Lookout
Beach activities including paddle-boards, subject to availability
Option Extras: shade cabana hire available for purchase

*Please note this tour does not visit Hill Inlet or the Hill Inlet Lookout. To visit these locations, please see the Whitehaven Beach Full Day Chill & Grill or the Camira sailing Adventure.

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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. In the event of strong northerly winds the vessel master may decide for the safety of guests a crew to visit an alternate beach on Whitsunday Island.

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	6:00 PM
Daydream Island	12:10 PM	6:05 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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Prices
		High Season*	Price as of 1st January 2025	Price as of 1st January 2025 (High Season)*
Adult	$145	$155	$149	$159
Senior	$129	$139	$134	$144
Child (4 - 14)	$59	$69	$61	$71
Family (2 adults & 2 children)	$379	$419	$399	$439

*Infants 0-3 years travel free of charge on all tours, however no infant meals are included. Rates applicable for bookings made from 15/1/2024.

STANDARD/HIGH SEASON: High season dates are applicable for Great Barrier Reef Adventure & Whitehaven Beach products. High Season Dates (inclusive) 14/12-31/12/2024, 01/01-06/02/2025, 05/04-27/04/2025, 28/06-20/07/2025, 20/09-12/10/2025 & 13/12-31/12/2025.

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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