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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.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 8 hours
- Check availability to see starting times
- 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
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
A very enjoyable experience with the crew. The beaches were beautiful, the tour was thoroughly enjoyable and the overall experience was worth every penny!
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Itinerary
13 pickup location options:
Mantra Club Croc Airlie Beach, Shute Harbour Road at Pandanus Drive, Coral Sea Resort Hotel, Coconut Grove at Airlie Esplanade, Beach Court Holiday Villas, Island Drive at Whitsunday Shopping Centre, Shute Harbour Road at Altmann Avenue, Shute Harbour Road at Airlie Beach Central, Shute Harbour Road at Flametree, Boathaven Spa Resort, Shute Harbour Road at Loop Road, BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort, Shute Harbour Road at Ferntree Road
Bus/coach
(30 minutes)
Whitsunday Islands National Park
Boat cruise (1.5 hours)
Whitsunday Islands National Park
Safety briefing (5 minutes)
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)
Whitehaven Beach
Visit, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Swimming, Scenic views on the way
Whitsunday Islands National Park
Boat cruise (1 hour)
13 drop-off locations:
Shute Harbour Road at Airlie Beach Central, Shute Harbour Road at Flametree, BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort, Shute Harbour Road at Pandanus Drive, Coral Sea Resort Hotel, Shute Harbour Road at Altmann Avenue, Coconut Grove at Airlie Esplanade, Island Drive at Whitsunday Shopping Centre, Beach Court Holiday Villas, Shute Harbour Road at Loop Road, Shute Harbour Road at Ferntree Road, Mantra Club Croc Airlie Beach, Boathaven Spa Resort
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
