Experience the best views of the Great Barrier Reef above and below the water on this ultimate Whitsunday Islands scenic flight and high speed boat snorkel tour. Our tour includes a scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef and famous Heart Reef, and an exhilarating boat ride to Whitehaven Beach.
The best of the Whitsundays ABOVE, ON and BELOW the water, on the same day or over 2 days.
Experience the best of the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef with a scenic flight and high-speed boat snorkelling tour from Airlie Beach. This tour includes a breathtaking scenic flight over the iconic Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach, followed by an exhilarating boat ride to explore the underwater wonders and pristine beaches of the Whitsundays.
Begin your day with a 60-minute flight over the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef, including the famous Heart Reef. Take in the stunning views and capture incredible photos from above.
After your scenic flight, prepare for a high-speed boat adventure to explore the Whitsunday Islands. Snorkelling at exclusive sites, enjoy the beautiful beaches, and learn about the reef and islands from your Skipper and Eco Host.
Enjoy a delicious tropical lunch on Whitehaven Beach (additional cost) and indulge in afternoon tea with cake on your return journey.
This Airlie Beach tour offers an unforgettable experience combining the best of the Whitsunday Islands from above, on, and below the water. Enjoy stunning scenic flights, exhilarating boat rides, and amazing snorkelling adventures. Perfect for those looking to explore the natural beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands from Airlie Beach.
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Departing daily at 7.00am (Northern Exposure) and 8.30am (Southern Lights) from Coral Sea Marina North, Airlie Beach, this Whitsunday Islands scenic flight and high speed ocean rafting snorkel tour package offers the best of the Whitsundays from above, on and below the water!
Soar above the Great Barrier Reef on a breath-taking 60-minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday islands and famous Heart Reef, then take the ride of your life to Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and pristine snorkelling reefs, on your choice of two ocean rafting snorkel tours.
Features:
What to bring:
Tropical Lunch
Morning or Afternoon Tea
Special Dietary Options
Timings will be confirmed upon booking. Please note this is a sample itinerary and may be subject to change.
Option One : Whitsundays Scenic Flight & Ocean Rafting Snorkel Tour (Northern Exposure)
Departing : Daily at 7.00am
Returning : Daily at 3.30pm
Courtesy pick-ups: included for guests from local accommodations.
6.00am: Check-in
Check-in at 6.00am at Abell Point Marina North, Airlie Beach (next to Sorrento Restaurant & Bar).
7.00am: Whitsundays scenic flight
Depart Airlie Beach at 7.00am for a 60-minute scenic flight over the Whitsundays. You’ll fly over Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet before heading out to the Great Barrier Reef and over famous Heart Reef.
8.00am: Back to the Marina
Back to Airlie Beach. Get ready for an exhilarating afternoon ocean rafting snorkel adventure.
8.45am: Ocean rafting snorkel adventure
We depart Abell Point Marina at Airlie Beach and head to two exclusive locations off Hook Island where you can snorkel the pristine reefs, explore the colourful corals and discover an array of unique marine life. Personal snorkelling lessons are also included.
After our amazing snorkelling adventure, we head to iconic Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet in the Whitsunday Islands. Enjoy exclusive access to Hill Inlet beaches where you can swim in the clear blue ocean, laze on the silica white sand and enjoy a delicious tropical lunch on the beach.
After lunch, take a guided national park walk to Hill Inlet Lookout where you’ll encounter stunning views of the swirling sands below.
Mid-afternoon: Time to head home
There’s more fun to be had as we make our way back to Airlie Beach! Indulge your sweet tooth with some cake for afternoon tea and enjoy adrenaline-fuelled fun as the boats speed back to Abell Marina, Airlie Beach often racing each other on the way.
3.30pm: Arrive Airlie Beach
Arrive back at Abell Point Marina North, Airlie Beach.
OPTION TWO: Scenic Flight and Whitehaven Beach Adventure (Southern Lights)
Departing : Daily at 8.15am
Returning : Daily at 4.30pm
Courtesy pick-ups: included for guests from local accommodations.
7.15am: Check-in
Check-in at 7.15am at Abell Point Marina North, Airlie Beach (next to Sorrento Restaurant & Bar).
8.15am: Whitsundays scenic flight
Depart Airlie Beach at 8.15am for a 60-minute scenic flight over the Whitsundays. You’ll fly over Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet before heading out to the Great Barrier Reef and over famous Heart Reef.
9.15am: Back to the Marina
Back to Airlie Beach. Get ready for an exhilarating afternoon ocean rafting beach and snorkel adventure.
10.00am: We’re on our way
Depart the marina at 10.00am on our super-fast semi-rigid inflatable vessel and enjoy a fun, high-speed ride amongst the natural beauty of the Whitsundays.
We visit both ends of beautiful Whitehaven Beach, enjoying approximately two hours relaxing at the southern end of the 7km stretch of famous white silica sand. Explore the beach, swim in the turquoise ocean or sunbathe on the soft silica sand - the choice is yours.
Enjoy exclusive access to all areas of Hill Inlet where you can enjoy a delicious tropical lunch on the beach.
After lunch, take a guided national park walk to Hill Inlet Lookout where you’ll encounter stunning views of the swirling sands below.
Snorkel for over an hour at the stunning fringing reefs at Border Island, Dumbell Island or one of our “secret” snorkel spots. As you explore the colourful corals you’ll encounter an array of unique marine life, including:
Personal snorkelling lessons, snorkelling equipment and floatation devices are included.
Afternoon: It’s time to head home
There’s more fun to be had as we make our way back to Airlie Beach! Indulge your sweet tooth with some cake for afternoon tea and enjoy adrenaline-fuelled fun as the boats speed back to Abell Marina, Airlie Beach often racing each other on the way.
4.30pm: Return to Airlie Beach
Arrive back at Abell Point Marina North, Airlie Beach at 4.30pm.
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Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach
January - December
Daily
Full day (1-hour flight, 6 ½ hours ocean rafting adventure)
Medium
Weight: Up to 125 Kg / 276 Lb
All cancellations must be in writing.
We understand things may change, so we have made cancellations very easy.
In every instance we always recommend you purchase travel insurance for life’s last-minute hiccups.
Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Operators policy:
100% cancellation fee applies for cancellations after midday the day prior.
NOTE: QLD Public Holiday surcharges of $20 per adult, $10 per child and $50 per family (2ad and 2ch) for Northern Exposure, Southern Lights and Fly Raft apply. These are payable on check in.
au$509.00
Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.
Child:
au$449.00
Family: au$1,916.00
Tour Code: 697