Tour Highlights
- No scuba diving experience required. We welcome guests with little or no diving experience (Introductory Divers) as well as experienced divers (Certified Divers).
- We use modern dive equipment that is regularly maintained and kept to the highest standards in safety and hygiene.
- A charter boat lets you explore the Whitsundays your way on your own time schedule.
- Skipper and deckhand take the guests to the best snorkelling and scuba diving spots to ensure your day is a brilliant experience in the beautiful Whitsundays.
Description & Tour Inclusions
Included In Price
- Full dive gear for all divers
- Two dive locations around the Whitsunday Islands
- Stand-up paddle board
- Lunch for all passengers
- Marine park fees included
- Max 8 guests: maximum of 4 introductory divers or 8 certified divers
- Max number of guests may vary if both intro and cert divers are in the group
Snorkelling & scuba diving tours Whitsundays. No experience required. Small group maximum 6 introductory divers or 8 certified divers.
What to Expect
Charter a private boat departing from Airlie Beach to explore the stunning Whitsundays on your own schedule. We provide a skipper and deckhand to guide you to the best scuba diving and snorkeling spots on the Great Barrier Reef. Whether you're an experienced diver or a first-timer, this private charter offers an exclusive and flexible adventure.
Features and Highlights
Private Charter Experience
Enjoy the luxury of having a private boat for up to 8 guests, allowing you to escape the crowds and explore remote, pristine locations. Our 8.5m Protector RHIB boat is available for charter durations ranging from 4 hours (exclusively from Hamilton Island) to 8 hours for a full-day tour around the Whitsunday Islands.
Top Snorkeling and Diving Locations
Discover the top end of Hook Island and snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Mantaray Bay, home to the famous hump-headed Maori Wrasse, George. Marvel at the vibrant marine life, including a variety of tropical fish and stunning corals. This is an ideal spot for children and first-time snorkellers.
Water Activities
In addition to snorkelling and diving, you can explore the area on a stand-up paddle board. Our boat is fully equipped with all the necessary gear to ensure a fun and safe adventure on the water.
Customisable Itineraries
Tailor your day to your preferences with flexible itineraries. Choose from various tour durations:
- Express 4 Hour Charter Tour (from Hamilton Island only): Visit up to 2 island destinations within a 30-minute zone from the departure point.
- Half Day 6 Hour Charter Tour: Visit up to 3 island destinations, including 1 beach and 2 snorkeling spots.
- Full Day 8 Hours Charter Tour: Visit up to 4 island locations, including 2 beaches and 2 snorkeling spots.
Ideal for Cruise Ship Passengers
For those arriving on cruise ships, we can arrange a tailored itinerary to fit your shore time schedule. Enjoy a short yet memorable Great Barrier Reef and island tour that accommodates your ship’s schedule.
Upgrade Options
Enhance your experience with catering upgrades for full-day tours. Choose from standard catering or a seafood option to enjoy freshly caught produce from the Great Barrier Reef. Bring your own beverages to enjoy a perfect picnic on one of the beautiful Whitsunday islands.
Private Charter Boat Features
- Fresh water shower on the back deck
- Toilet in the middle cabin
- Teak decking throughout
- Lounge style seating
- Sun lounge on the back deck
- Entertainment system with iPad Media Centre and Bluetooth connectivity
Included in Your Charter
- All snorkeling gear
- Scuba diving gear
- Stand-up paddle board
- Lunch for all passengers
- Personal skipper and snorkel supervisor/tour guide
- EMC and National Parks fees
- Fuel
SCUBA Diving Prerequisites
- Minimum age: 12 years
- Max 6 intro divers / 7 certified divers
- Must pre-book diving
- Complete a basic medical questionnaire to ensure fitness for diving
Departure Points
- Airlie Beach Coral Sea Marina and other island locations on request. For those staying on other Whitsunday Islands, we recommend catching the local ferry to Hamilton Island to save on relocation fees.
For more options and to book your exclusive charter, see all charter boats and superyachts in the Whitsunday Islands. Dive trips in the Whitsundays are also available for a more immersive experience.
Itinerary
Our Dive Boat
Our Whitsundays dive boat is “Liquid Fever”, a 8m Sterncraft – built tough in Tasmania.
Powered by brand new 2023 TWIN 115 HP Mercury SeaPro outboards it will take us comfortably to our dive sites around the Whitsunday Islands, cruising at 22kts.
The boat is purpose built and set-up to carry a maximum 8 scuba divers.
Equipped with a long dive ladder, it is easy to get onboard after your dives.
On board you will find complimentary drinking water (please bring own bottle to refill) as well as Hot Water for complimentary Tea, Coffee and hot chocolate.
Learn more about other Great Barrier Reef Tours.
Tour Details
Tour Languages Offered
English
EnglishDeparts From
Airlie Beach
Departure Time
- 7.30am - 8.00am
- Departs from Port of Airlie Public boat ramp
Destinations
- Whitehaven Beach
- Hook Island
- Mantaray Bay
Months of Operation
January - December
Days of Operation
Daily
Duration
6 hours
Available for Purchase / Hire
Long Island pick up: $300
Fitness Level Required
Active
Restrictions
Scuba Diving – minimum age 12
IN-WATER RESTRICTIONS
Scuba Diving Restrictions
- Certain medical conditions and medications may preclude some people from scuba diving.
- Participation is subject to a medical questionnaire completed on board with the tour operator
- Minimum age for scuba diving is 12 years.
- Flying after scuba diving: a wait of 12 hours is recommended after one dive, 18 hour after 2 dives and at least 24 hours after multiple dives, before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater.
What to Bring
Please pack a small day bag and included the items you would take when you go to the beach
Cancellation Policy
Our T&Cs:
All cancellations must be in writing.
Please note that all cancellations will incur an administration fee.
Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Additional Tour Operator's Cancellation Policy:
All fares are inclusive of Marine Park fees and GST.
Dive / Snorkel sites are weather and tide permitting.
Whitsunday Dive Adventures reserves the right to arrange alternate itinerary where necessary. Please note departure times may sometimes be weather and tide dependent. Please reconfirm your booking at least 48 hours prior.
Whitsunday Dive Adventures may use photographs of our clients in promotional material, including but not limited to social media. If you do not consent please advise Whitsunday Dive Adventures before your trip.
Liability
Clients should note that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard our clients, we cannot be held responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of the clients which are beyond our control. Tours are not suitable for guests with pre-existing back, neck or hip injuries or who are pregnant. Minimum age 6 years. A signed release will be required from all participants on departure. We recommend you take out travel insurance.
Fitness and Health
Although good physical health and a positive attitude are essential, you do not need any prior experience to partake in a Whitsunday Dive Adventure.
For diving, every diver is required to complete a medical questionnaire and satisfy age and medical requirements.
Queensland legislation requires every diver above the age of 45 to have a medical clearance signed by their physician!
We make it clear divers cannot fly for 24 hours after diving and the company accepts no liability for medical conditions experienced as a result of flying after diving.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Should you wish to cancel your booking, all cancellations must be advised in writing to diving@whitsundaydiveadventures.com and the following conditions will apply:
Dive Courses
Cancellations, Refunds and Change of Date/Transfer
You are entitled to a refund:
- If you cancel up to 14 days prior to commencement date of the course. (course fee less $25 booking fee plus any associated course material)
- If you fail the dive medical (done prior to arrival to your course), we will refund your course fee, less a $25 booking fee plus any associated course material.
You are not entitled to a refund:
- If you cancel within 14 days of the booked event. (new bookings made within 14 days of course commencement date are also non-refundable)
- If the course was purchased on discount/special offer
- If you cancel once the course has commenced.
- if you answer “yes” to any question on our medical questionnaire in the morning of your course.
Any resulting change of dates, delays, or incapability of continuing the course will be charged as per pricelist.
Transfer/change of course dates:
- If you change course dates within 14 days of course commencement date, a $299.00 fee will apply
- Once you have started the course, if you request to complete the remainder on different dates, a $349.00 fee will apply
- Course dives postponed due to weather are non-refundable, alternate dates will be supplied or a store credit will be applied.
All SSI/PADI courses must be completed within 12 months of commencement date.
Dive Tours
- Fully refundable up to 48hrs prior to departure.
- Bookings cancelled within 48hrs of tour departure are non-refundable
Private Charters
- Private Charters cancelled within 21 days before booking date will receive a full refund.
- Private Charters cancelled within 20-14 days will loose their deposit.
- Private Charters cancelled within 14 days are non-refundable.
Please Note: On occasion, in the interest of guest safety, we may have to cancel tours due to unfavorable weather conditions. In this unlikely event, you will be offered travel on another suitable day or issued a refund, minus 3% booking fee of the total fare price.
Payment Conditions
- Dive Course bookings made more than 14 days prior to course commencement date require a 30% deposit upon booking, with the balance to be paid 14 days prior to the course starting.
- Dive Course bookings made within 14 days of course commencement date must be paid in full at the time of booking.
- Dive Tours must be paid in full at time of booking.
- Private Charter bookings made more than 14 days prior to departure date require a 40% deposit upon booking, with the balance to be paid 14 days prior to departure date.
- Bookings made using credit card will incur a non-refundable 1.5% surcharge.
Interstate/International Bookings
We understand that travel plans may be impacted due to the Coronavirus pandemic, personal/work circumstances and ongoing government travel restrictions and regulations. These circumstances will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Travel Insurance
We recommend you purchase travel insurance at the time of booking any travel. Any cancellations etc. may be claimed via your insurance.
Notes:
We do not have a minimum age in place for our private charters, we leave that decision for the parents.
We do have lifevests for toddlers/ young children of all ages - Please advise at time of booking if required.
From
au$3,150.00
Prices are AUD, per charter and include all levies fees and taxes.
Tour Code: 1151
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