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Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Big Island Day Tour

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Activity provider:SeaLink Whitsundays
Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Big Island Day Tour
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Top rated
4.7613792 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.7613792 out of 5 stars
725 reviews

Experience the ultimate eco-friendly adventure with an advanced eco-certified full-day scenic cruise through the breathtaking Whitsunday Islands stopping at the famous Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet.

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Duration 8 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Bus pickup times: 8:00 AM: Big 4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort bus stop 8:05 AM: Stewart Drive Bus Stop (Shute Harbour Road at Pandanus Drive) 8:06 AM: Beach Road Bus Stop (Beach Court Holiday Villas) 8:08 AM: Whitsunday Shopping Centre Bus Stop (Island Drive at Whitsunday Shopping Centre) 8:11 AM: Mantra Club Croc Resort 8:11 AM: Police Station Bus Stop on Shute Harbour Road (Shute Harbour Road at Altmann Avenue) 8:14 AM: Coral Sea Resort 8:16 AM: Airlie Central Bus stop 8:18 AM: Coconut Grove Bus Stop 8:20 AM: Bus stop opposite Boathaven Spa Resort on Shute Harbour Road 8:22 AM: Jubilee Tavern Bus Stop (at Loop Road) 8:23 AM: Ferntree Road Bus Stop (QLD parks office) 8:25 AM: Big 4 Eco Resort Bus Stop (Shute Harbour Road at Flametree)
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

N
Natalie – Australia

Fabulously well organised day excursion. Pick up, ferry, meals served and the crew - absolutely couldn’t fault it. The ultimate being of course the inlet views and spending three hours on Whitehaven beach. Third time using seallink for trips and will use again.

G
Geoff – United Kingdom

From start to finish this tour was excellent! The staff all went out of their way to make the day really enjoyable and I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending it to others

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    13 pickup location options:

    Coconut Grove at Airlie Esplanade, Coral Sea Resort Hotel, Shute Harbour Road at Altmann Avenue, Island Drive at Whitsunday Shopping Centre, Beach Court Holiday Villas, Mantra Club Croc Airlie Beach, Shute Harbour Road at Ferntree Road, Shute Harbour Road at Loop Road, BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort, Shute Harbour Road at Airlie Beach Central, Shute Harbour Road at Pandanus Drive, Boathaven Spa Resort, Shute Harbour Road at Flametree

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    (30 minutes)

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    Whitsunday Islands National Park

    Boat cruise (1.5 hours)

  • Whitsunday Islands National Park

    Safety briefing (5 minutes)

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    Hill Inlet Lookout

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way

  • Whitsunday Islands

    Lunch, Boat cruise, Scenic views on the way (30 minutes)

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    Whitehaven Beach

    Visit, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Swimming, Scenic views on the way

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    Whitsunday Islands National Park

    Boat cruise (1 hour)

  • 13 drop-off locations:

    Beach Court Holiday Villas, Coconut Grove at Airlie Esplanade, Island Drive at Whitsunday Shopping Centre, Shute Harbour Road at Loop Road, Mantra Club Croc Airlie Beach, Boathaven Spa Resort, Shute Harbour Road at Ferntree Road, Shute Harbour Road at Airlie Beach Central, BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort, Shute Harbour Road at Flametree, Shute Harbour Road at Pandanus Drive, Shute Harbour Road at Altmann Avenue, Coral Sea Resort Hotel

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Cruise the Whitsunday Islands in air-conditioned comfort
  • Enjoy Hill Inlet Lookout which is one of the jewels of the Australian landscape
  • Relax, swim, laze or bask on the famous Whitehaven Beach
  • Listen to onboard commentary throughout the tour of history and culture
  • Take in panoramic views of the Islands on the 360° boats observation deck

Full description

Enjoy a scenic cruise through the beautiful Whitsunday Islands stopping off at the famous Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet. Cruise in air-conditioned comfort on a catamaran complete with modern facilities including a rooftop deck and capped numbers to ensure maximum guest comfort to roam around the boat enjoying the stunning views so you have a brilliant experience.


Departing from Shute Harbour at 9:00 AM, the cruise takes you through the Molle group of islands before crossing the Whitsunday passage into Cid harbor, where you will learn its historic role in the Battle of the Coral Sea. The cruise then travels past Nara Inlet and through Hook Passage before anchoring at Tongue Point to visit Hill Inlet Lookout, known for its bushwalks and stunning views.


Leaving Tongue Point, you will cruise across Whitehaven Bay to visit the famous Whitehaven Beach. Any tour of the Whitsundays wouldn't be complete without taking a dip in the beautiful clear waters or just relaxing on the powder-white silica sand on Whitehaven Beach. With up to 2 hours at Whitehaven Beach, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the beach, basking in the water, or walking up to the lookout.


This tour runs daily (excluding Christmas Day) and includes a complimentary bus pick-up and drop-off service from multiple transfer points. Enjoy morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea with the convenience of an onboard bar to purchase beverages throughout the duration of the tour. 


SeaLink Whitsundays has been awarded Ecotourism Australia’s Advanced ECO Certification as an exemplary operator in terms of sustainability and provision of authentic, high-quality nature-based tourism experiences.

Includes

  • Buffet lunch, morning, and afternoon teas served on board in air-conditioned comfort
  • Fully guided tours of the Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach lookouts
  • Bus transfers to and from Shute Harbour
  • Friendly staff and informative commentary
  • The catamaran will circumnavigate Whitsunday Island on the Whitsunday Ngaro Sea Trail, taking you past the stunning South Molle
  • Island and Hook Island
  • Cruise through Whitehaven Bay stopping at Whitehaven Beach
  • Rooftop observation deck providing 360-degree views of the Whitsunday Islands
  • Full bar service throughout the duration of the tour
  • Alcoholic drinks (Available for purchase onboard)
  • Soft drinks (available for purchase onboard)

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Windbreaker
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Umbrella
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Camera
  • Credit card
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Cash

Know before you go

  • This tour is suitable for families, couples, and groups
  • There are toilets onboard for your convenience, including a disabled toilet
  • Due to tidal restrictions and weather conditions on the day, the direction, destination, and order of travel may change.
  • This tour will take place rain or shine
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From $158 per person

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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 725 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
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  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Natalie – AustraliaJune 12, 2025 – Verified booking
Fabulously well organised day excursion. Pick up, ferry, meals served and the crew - absolutely couldn’t fault it. The ultimate being of course the inlet views and spending three hours on Whitehaven beach. Third time using seallink for trips and will use again.
G
Geoff – United KingdomFebruary 17, 2025 – Verified booking
From start to finish this tour was excellent! The staff all went out of their way to make the day really enjoyable and I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending it to others
M
Michael – United KingdomJanuary 29, 2025 – Verified booking
A very enjoyable experience with the crew. The beaches were beautiful, the tour was thoroughly enjoyable and the overall experience was worth every penny!

Product ID: 410838

Activity provider:SeaLink Whitsundays
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