• Family Deal - Save $80 based on 2 adults 2 children
• This is one of the cheapest, best value Whitehaven Beach tours in Airlie Beach.
• Also included for your pleasure are stand up paddle boards at Whitehaven
• Take a guided walk up thru the forest to the Hill Inlet Lookout to see the swirling white sands of Whitehaven Beach  
• Our snorkel tours are personalised and we only carry a maximum of 37 guests.
• This is a great family friendly Whitehaven Beach tour

Airlie Beach snorkel Tour and high speed boat tour to Whitehaven Beach, simply great value for money and perfect for families, couples or groups of friends to enjoy. We leave early and the skipper decides on the day where our first arrival destination lies, Hook Island or Whitehaven Beach.

Our free coach pickups commence in Airlie Beach from 7.20am onwards for our 8.30am boat departure from Coral Sea Resort Marina (formally Abell Point Marina).

Tickets are collected and guests settle in for the high speed ride out across the wonderful Great Barrier Reef in Australia towards Whitehaven Beach and Hook Island for a day of snorkelling, hiking and stand up paddle boarding.   

There are not too many 1 day tours to Whitehaven Beach and ours has to be one of the best value tours you will find with lot’s of inclusions and lots of fun. Read our blog describing what is so special about Whitehaven Beach 

Our 1 day Great Barrier Reef tours from Airlie Beach also cater for families.

We shoot across Pioneer Bay, the Whitsunday Passage and Hook Pass before we land at Tongue Bay for a guided hike thru the bush up to the Hill Inlet Lookout so you can see the swirling sands and Whitehaven Beach.

Once we have spent some photo time here it’s time to go back down to the beach and re-board our high speed boat to take a short ride to South Whitehaven Beach for a swim and chillax time on the white silica sands.

Next up we head to the North end of Hook Island or Border Island for some in water time exploring the coral reefs and spotting the array of colourful marine life.

By mid-afternoon it’s time to pack up the toys and head back to Airlie Beach for sundowner drinks.

We should reach the marina around 4.45pm and guests can jump back on the free coach rides back to their Airlie Beach accommodation.

Sample Itinerary

Leaving Coral Sea Marina, we cross Pioneer Bay, the Whitsunday Passage and Hook Pass before we arrive at Tongue Bay for a walk to the famous Hill Inlet Lookout.

After time spent taking in the spectacular views, you will jump back on board Whitsunday Bullet for a short trip to South Whitehaven for a swim and marvel at the white silica sands of the beach.

Then a thrilling ride to Hook Island or Border Island, the best location decided on the day, for Snorkelling and marine life viewing.

We will provide transfers to the nearest beach, and you can go for a snorkel at your leisure or simply top up the tan.

For guests snorkelling, our small tender will be available to assist guests and ensure everyone is safe and having a great time.

Mid-afternoon we leave the islands for the voyage back to Coral Sea Marina.

The sun should be starting to lower on the western horizon so time for some great photos.

Arriving back to Coral Sea Marina around 4:30 pm and transfers back to local accommodation.

Whitsunday Bullet's itinerary will vary based on the tide and prevailing weather conditions.

We plan the daily itinerary around the high tides at Tongue Bay for ease of access for guests to the Hill Inlet Lookout walk and also consider the best snorkelling location based on the winds and likely visibility.

Some days the itinerary is reversed, starting in the morning at the north end of the Whitsundays and then heading to Whitehaven Beach in the afternoon.

If the weather changes and strong winds come in the Captain may change the itinerary for the safety and well-being of guests, crew and the vessel during the day.

Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Airlie Beach

Departure Time

• Meeting Time 8.30am - Departs 9.00am - Returns 4.50pm
• Meeting point: Coral Sea Marina South End (Meeting Point C)

Departure Instructions

Meet the crew at South end of Coral Sea Marina departure – Meeting point ‘C’ at 8.15am

Pickup Locations

Airlie Beach

• Guests Courtesy Bus Pickups begin at 7.00 am - pickup location has to be advised at least 72 hours prior to travel

Destinations

• Hill Inlet
• Whitehaven Beach
• Both North and South end of Whitehaven Beach
• Great snorkelling with special permits that allow us access to the best snorkelling spots
• Hill Inlet Lookout

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Duration

8.5 hours

Available for Purchase / Hire

Softdrink and Bottled water available for puchase onboard.

Fitness Level Required

Medium

Additional Information

• This is a water-based activity, for safety reasons all passengers must be able to swim and speak fluent English.
• All departures and itineraries are subject to weather.
• It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to actions of our clients which are beyond our control.
• We strongly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure.
• Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Tour Operator.

Swimmers, sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, towel, camera, BYO drinks and/or cash or credit card to pay for drinks purchased on board.

• Child rates apply for 2-14yrs
• Infants below 2 travel free of charge (no food included)
• Family Fare: 2 Adults and 2 Children