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.
Whitsundays scenic flight
Departing from Airlie Beach in the Whitsundays we get ready for the most amazing 60-minute scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef and see Heart Reef!
Enjoy a bird’s eye view of the Whitsunday’s 74 islands, fly over the stunning turquoise waters and swirling sands of Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet before heading out to the Great Barrier Reef and experiencing one of the most photographed reef locations in Australia, Heart Reef.
High Speed Ocean rafting snorkel tour and Whitehaven Beach adventure
Travel to iconic Whitsunday Islands destinations, including Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and island snorkel destinations - in one day - on one of the fastest boats in the Whitsundays with a maximum of 32 passengers.
Our custom-built, super-fast 12-metre semi rigid inflatable vessels offer an exhilarating ride, travelling at speeds of up to 35 knots (65 km/hour).
Your Skipper and Eco Host will provide some fascinating Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Island facts along the way.
You can choose between two ocean rafting snorkel tours: the Whitsundays Snorkel Adventure (Northern Exposure) tour which offers more snorkelling, and the Whitsundays Whitehaven Beach Adventure (Southern Lights) tour which offers more beach time.
Both tours offer you the opportunity to:
Whitsundays Snorkel Adventure (Northern Exposure)
Choose the Whitsundays Snorkel Adventure tour if you would like your tour to have more snorkelling time.
Whitsundays Whitehaven Beach Adventure (Southern Lights)
Choose this tour if you’re wanting more relaxing time on Whitehaven Beach.
At the end of the day, you’ll enjoy more heart-pumping fun as the boats speed back to Abell Marina, Airlie Beach, often racing each other on the way.
Departing daily at 7.00am (Northern Exposure) and 8.30am (Southern Lights) from Abell Point 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 130 Kg / 287 Lb
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.
100% cancellation fee applies for cancellations after midday the day prior.
au$465.00
Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.
Child:
au$412.00
Family: au$1,754.00
Tour Code: 697