Airlie Beach: Great Barrier Reef & Whitehaven Beach Tour

4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
230 reviews
Activity provider:
Iconic Whitsunday Adventures
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Airlie Beach: Great Barrier Reef & Whitehaven Beach Tour
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
230 reviews
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Discover the beauty of the Whitsunday Islands and snorkel the outer Great Barrier Reef on a day tour by jet boat from Airlie Beach. Relax on Whitehaven Beach and admire views from Hill Inlet lookout.

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Duration 8 hours
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Emma – Australia

Amazing thrill filled chilled and happy day. The lads running the boat are excellent. If you wanna see everything in one day and are happy to speed around the islands this is for you. Great value for money also

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5 out of 5 stars
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Katie – Australia

We had an unforgettable time on our Viper experience! From start to finish, it was packed with bucket list moments and breathtaking sights. The crew were absolutely incredible—super attentive, friendly, and full of fascinating knowledge about the area. We kicked off the day with a visit to the stunning Whitsundays lookout points, followed by a stop at the sensational Whitehaven Beach. Lunch on board was delicious and hit the spot perfectly. Although the weather meant we couldn’t snorkel at the Outer Reef, the crew took us to Hook Bay instead—and it was just as magical. The coral was vibrant, we spotted loads of marine life, and even heard whales in the distance! Every moment was special, and the entire day was filled with laughter, joy, and memories we’ll treasure forever. Highly recommend this trip to anyone wanting an epic Whitsundays adventure!

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    Viper Whitsunday | Iconic Whitsunday Adventures

  • Whitsunday Islands

    Boat cruise (40 minutes)

  • Hill Inlet

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking (45 minutes)

  • Whitehaven Beach

    Photo stop, Visit, Lunch, Free time, Sightseeing, Swimming, Meal onboard (2 hours)

  • Great Barrier Reef

    Boat cruise (40 minutes)

  • Great Barrier Reef

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Swimming, Snorkeling, Scenic views on the way, Wildlife viewing (2 hours)

  • Speedboat

    (1 hour)

  • Arrive back at:

    Viper Whitsunday | Iconic Whitsunday Adventures

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Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Snorkel at the Great Barrier Reef and discover a vibrant underwater world
  • Spot a variety of colorful fish and marine species at Bait Reef Lagoon
  • Take some time to relax and unwind on the famous Whitehaven Beach
  • Embark on a leisurely bushwalk to the Hill Inlet lookout point
  • Ride at high speed across the waves on a specialized jet speedboat

Full description

Snorkel at the Great Barrier Reef and discover some of the scenic destinations of the Whitsunday Islands on a speedboat tour from Airlie Beach. Explore the colorful underwater world snorkelling at the Bait Reef Lagoon, relax on Whitsunday Beach, and take in the views from Hill Inlet lookout.

Board the jet speedboat in Airlie Beach and set off at high speed to the Great Barrier Reef. Get equipped with your snorkeling gear and discover the diverse and vibrant marine life at the Bait Reef Lagoon and Stepping Stones. Choose to snorkel at your own pace, or be escorted by your expert guides.

Then ride across the waves back to the southern end of Whitehaven Beach. Enjoy some free time to chill out on the beach as the sounds of the waves come gently rolling in. You will also receive some lunch and afternoon tea.

Hop back onboard to zoom up to the northern end of the beach. Embark on a bushwalk to marvel at the famous view from the Hill Inlet lookout. Finally, head back to Airlie Beach to complete the day of adventure.

Order of locations visited may change, based on the tide conditions on the day.

Lunch and morning/afternoon tea are included. Guests receive a packed lunch box consisting of a variety of salads, cold meats, cheese and a bread roll. Morning/afternoon tea are a fruit platter and brownies. Please advise dietary requirements in advance.

Includes

  • Speedboat tour
  • Morning/afternoon tea
  • Lunch
  • Guide
  • Water
  • Snorkeling gear
  • Wetsuits
  • Flotation devices
  • Guided snorkel tour on the Great Barrier Reef
  • Walk to Hill Inlet Lookout
  • Beach time at Whitehaven Beach
  • Soft drinks and water (available for purchase onboard)

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • Non-swimmers
  • People under 4 ft 3 in (130 cm)
  • People with pre-existing medical conditions

Meeting point

Please meet at Meeting Point B, Coral Sea Marina North, at the roundabout at 7.40am.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen

Know before you go

  • All passengers must be 130cm tall to ride. No refunds will be issued in the event a passenger is found to be too short to ride less than 24 hours from departure.
  • The bushwalk to Hill Inlet Lookout is graded moderate and consists of many stone steps. Comfortable shoes and a reasonable level of fitness are advised.
  • Customers wishing to snorkel MUST BE ABLE TO SWIM. We can not teach you to swim. We snorkel 'wild' off the back of the boat, on the outer Great Barrier Reef, where there is no infrastructure. If you have never snorkelled before, or you are a weak/non-swimmer this may be too dangerous for you and we may not be able to allow you into the water. Captain's orders must be followed.
  • If weather conditions are unfavorable, there may be an alternate route to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.
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From $210 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5
4.6 out of 5 stars

based on 230 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Emma – AustraliaJuly 8, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing thrill filled chilled and happy day. The lads running the boat are excellent. If you wanna see everything in one day and are happy to speed around the islands this is for you. Great value for money also

Response from provider

July 9, 2025

Thank you so much! Love this review! Viper is a fun, fast, thrilling day, perfect for the young and adventurous. With all-inclusive value, form free bus pick-ups, meals and snacks, snorkel safari, water toys, and 3 epic destinations in one day, it really is good value for what you get!

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Katie – AustraliaJuly 3, 2025 – Verified booking
We had an unforgettable time on our Viper experience! From start to finish, it was packed with bucket list moments and breathtaking sights. The crew were absolutely incredible—super attentive, friendly, and full of fascinating knowledge about the area. We kicked off the day with a visit to the stunning Whitsundays lookout points, followed by a stop at the sensational Whitehaven Beach. Lunch on board was delicious and hit the spot perfectly. Although the weather meant we couldn’t snorkel at the Outer Reef, the crew took us to Hook Bay instead—and it was just as magical. The coral was vibrant, we spotted loads of marine life, and even heard whales in the distance! Every moment was special, and the entire day was filled with laughter, joy, and memories we’ll treasure forever. Highly recommend this trip to anyone wanting an epic Whitsundays adventure!

Response from provider

July 9, 2025

Thanks so much Katie! Love to hear that Viper was full of bucket list moments and breathtaking sights - that's what we aim for!

5
5 out of 5 stars
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John Cedrick – AustraliaMay 26, 2025 – Verified booking
I had an awesome Aussie experience, especially with the captain. He seemed nonchalant at first, but turns out he was very hilarious and knowledgeable. The whole entire crew was very helpful and professional - really took care of us. The boat ride itself was so good and fast which is why we were able to travel into different breathtaking places. #viperalldayeveryday

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May 28, 2025

Thank you so much for this great review of our jet boat Viper! Our crew do love what they do and make the experience unforgettable, snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef, and visiting Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet. The only tour that does it all in a single day!

Product ID: 474616

Activity provider:
Iconic Whitsunday Adventures

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