The ultimate Whitsunday Islands tour departing from Airlie Beach, lots of adventure one day. Perfect for snorkellers and families, our multi award-winning Great Barrier Reef tour includes an exhilarating jet boat ride to two pristine snorkelling reefs, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet.
Scenic views, shimmering white sands and brilliant snorkelling in the Whitsundays all in the best one day tour from Airlie Beach. The Northern Exposure jet boating eco adventure is our most popular tour amongst keen snorkellers because it is the only Whitsunday day tour which includes two different snorkel destinations. Enjoy snorkelling around Hook Island including Mantaray Bay, Maureens Cove and other specially selected Whitsundays snorkelling spots, ensuring a memorable underwater experience. More time on Whitsunday Island and time spent at the Hill Inlet Beach Lookout where you can take those famous selfies of the silky white sands that form Whitehaven Beach as they carve their way through the Inlet making differnt patterns at each tidal change.
This is a unique snorkelling tour for you to enjoy two special Whitsundays snorkel sites at Hook Island and Border Island where you’ll discover pristine corals and an array of marine life, including:
There’s no need to bring any gear as snorkelling equipment and flotation devices are included and wetsuits can be hired if required. Never snorkelled before? No problem! Snorkelling lessons are included, and our small group numbers mean you’re assured of personal attention.
We visit the northern end of beautiful Whitehaven Beach where the swirling sands of Hill Inlet are located.
Once you’ve recharged, it’s time for a guided national park walk to Hill Inlet Lookout above the silica sand of Whitehaven Beach.
At the end of the day, enjoy more heart-pumping fun as the boats speed back to Airlie Beach Coral Sea Marina, often racing each other on the way.
Going to Cairns and the Daintree Rainforest then you must book our Cape Tribulation jet boat half day snorkelling tour.
Read the Great Barrier Reef Blog for all the things you need to know before you go.
Our thrilling snorkel tours depart daily for the Great Barrier Reef at 8.45am from Coral Sea Marina North, Airlie Beach and returning at 3.30pm, this ‘3 days in 1’ Whitsundays snorkel tour offers the opportunity to enjoy three iconic Whitsunday Islands destinations and a range of reef, beach and bush activities in just one day.
Our Whitsundays snorkel tour includes an optional lunch at an additional cost. If you have chosen not to have our buffet-style lunch, please ensure that you bring your own as we do not visit any resorts during the day.
Afternoon tea cake is included in tour cost.
Cold drinks and chocolates are available to purchase onboard.
Tropical Lunch
Morning or Afternoon Tea
Special Dietary Options
Departing : Daily at 8.45am
Returning : Daily at 3.30pm
7.45am - 8.15am: Courtesy pick-ups
7.45am: Check-in
8.45am: It’s time to head off
Mid-morning: Snorkel the reef at two pristine sites off Hook Island
Lunchtime: Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet
Mid-afternoon: Time to head home
3.30pm: Arrive Airlie Beach
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Airlie Beach
January - December
Daily
6.5 hours (approx.)
Medium
Tours are not suitable for guests with pre-existing back, neck or hip injuries or who are in their third trimester of pregnancy (other pregnancy stages are weather dependant).
Please reconfirm your booking 48 hours prior.
Our T&Cs:
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.
Additional Operators T&Cs:
All fares are inclusive of Marine Park fees and GST. Ocean Rafting reserves the right to charge our customers a fuel levy if fuel is over $1.50 per litre.
Sites are weather and tide permitting. Ocean Rafting reserves the right to arrange alternate itinerary when necessary. Please note departure times may sometimes be weather and tidal dependant. Please reconfirm your booking 48 hours prior.
Ocean Rafting may use photographs of our clients in promotional material, including but not limited to social media, however if you do not consent please advise Ocean Rafting.
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 in their third trimester of pregnancy (other pregnancy stages are weather dependant). Minimum age 6 months. A signed release will be required from all participants on departure. We recommend you take out travel insurance.
Fitness and Health: Although good health and a positive attitude are essential, you do not need any prior experience to partake in an Ocean Rafting adventure.
Cancellations/Refund Policy: Your booking includes a 5% non-refundable booking fee for all cancellations. Ocean Rafting accepts cancellations and amendments for bookings up until 12:00pm the day prior to departure for the Northern Exposure tour, Southern Lights tour, Fly Raft package and Scenic Flight tour. Any cancellations after 12:00pm the day prior are not eligible for a refund. Please Note: On occasion, in the interest of guest safety, we may have to cancel tours due to unfavourable weather conditions. In this unlikely event, you will be offered travel on another suitable day or issued a refund, minus 5% booking fee of your fare price.
Credit Card Surcharge: If you are paying by credit card please be aware these transactions incur a non-refundable 1.6% surcharge.
Rates: Tour rates shown are valid for travel until 31 March 25. For travel after that date, relevant rates will display when future dates are selected in the booking table.
Cruise Ships: Please be aware that if you are travelling to the Whitsundays on a cruise ship, the timings of our Northern Exposure, Southern Lights and Fly Raft experiences do NOT align with the visiting cruise ship schedule. To avoid disappointment, please book through your cruise ship tour desk directly.
Queensland Public Holidays: The following days incur a public holiday surcharge of $20 per adult, $10 per child and $50 per family (2ad and 2ch) on the Northern Exposure, Southern Lights and Fly Raft package, as well as charters and all Rafting Squad bookings, including birthday travel. Scenic flights will NOT incur surcharge:
APR 25 – MAR 26
APR 26 – MAR 27
Fly and Raft and Scenic Flights.
As per Ocean Rafting T&C’s above. Minimum numbers of four passengers for flights/flight packages apply. Flights are subject to pilot discretion, weather and air traffic control. For legal and safety reasons all passengers are weighed prior to boarding. Maximum per seat weight is 125 kgs. Full names and exact weights per passenger must be advised when booking due to flight weight availability. Flights are conducted by Whitsunday Tiger Moth Adventures trading as WAVEAir Pty Ltd, AOC# CASA.AOC.0067 and Whitsunday Air Services Pty Ltd AOC#1-KPVQ0 -06, licensed and certified Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) carriers. Cancellation Policy: 100% cancellation fee applies for cancellations after midday the day prior.
Charters
As per Ocean Rafting T&C’s above except for charter payment and cancellation policy as follows:
au$209.00
Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.
Child:
au$138.00
Family: au$635.00
Tour Code: 695