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Hill Inlet: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Scenic Flight

1. From Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Scenic Flight

Delight in a 60-minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy the big window views from your comfortable fixed-wing aircraft, and learn all about the area with your experienced pilot's expert commentary. After pickup from your accommodation in Airlie Beach, head to the nearby airport for take-off. Unlike flights offered by other companies in the area, the local partner is able to take-off from much closer to Airlie Beach, saving you the long 40-minute travel time. Once up in the air, marvel at the best bird's-eye views of the 74 Whitsunday Islands. Fly over Whitehaven Beach and picture postcard Hill Inlet before heading out to the Great Barrier Reef and experiencing one of the most photographed reef locations Heart Reef. After you land, transfer back to your accommodation in Airlie Beach.

Whitsundays: Ocean Rafting Fly Raft Tour with Snorkeling

2. Whitsundays: Ocean Rafting Fly Raft Tour with Snorkeling

Experience the best of the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef in one day: from the water and the air. Visit the Whitsundays’ most iconic destinations. These include the famous Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and secret, exclusive snorkeling locations. Ride, beach, snorkel, and bush walk, all in one day. Visit both ends of the world-famous beach. Departing from Airlie Beach, take to the skies and experience a once-in-a-lifetime, 60-minute scenic flight. Soar over the islands and Great Barrier Reef, including famous Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach. Guests will have a bird’s eye view of many of the 74 Whitsunday Islands, flying over Whitehaven Beach and picture postcard Hill Inlet before heading out to the Great Barrier Reef and experiencing one of the most photographed reef locations, Heart Reef. The comfortable fixed-wing aircraft offers big window viewing, pilot commentary, and the best views of the Whitsundays. Then, take off on the ride of your life in the beautiful Whitsunday Islands. Departing from Airlie Beach, climb aboard the fastest day boat in the Whitsundays. This means it is not only an adventurous ride, but distances are covered in a shorter time, leaving more time for activities. The semi-rigid inflatable vessels are super fast allowing guests to experience a fun ride, adventure and education amongst the natural beauty of the Whitsundays. At the northern end of Whitehaven Beach, enjoy a guided bushwalk to spectacular Hill Inlet Lookout to view and capture photographs of the stunning swirling silica sands and aqua water. This operator is the only tour to have direct access to all areas of the stunning and iconic Hill Inlet beach to ensure you enjoy the most memorable experience of this special place. If you have selected the 'North Whitehaven' option: This eco-adventure is a favourite amongst avid snorkellers because it is the only Whitsunday adventure which includes two different snorkel destinations. Not only that, but it includes a visit to the stunning beach at Hill Inlet, north end of Whitehaven Beach, and a guided National Park walk to the lookout above the silica sand of Whitehaven. Guests explore the restricted area of beautiful Hill Inlet at Whitehaven Beach.  If you have selected the South Whitehaven Option: This tour visits both the northern and southern ends of Whitehaven Beach with more beach time. Enjoy at least two hours relaxing on the world famous white silica sand, a guided walk to Hill Inlet Lookout and experience the Southern Whitehaven Lookout, enjoying breathtaking views of Pentecost Island and the tropical waters of the Whitsundays. Snorkel for over an hour at Border Island, Dumbell Island or one of the “secret” snorkel spots, enjoying the amazing hard and soft corals of the fringing reefs.

Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Full-Day Camira Sailing Adventure

3. Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Full-Day Camira Sailing Adventure

Discover the Whitsunday Islands National Park and beautiful Whitehaven Beach on this 10-hour cruise. Sit onboard the spacious deck in the sun and enjoy refreshments and morning tea. Upon arriving at the famous Whitehaven Beach, you'll see the Hill Inlet lookout, one of the most photographed locations in Australia. Enjoy morning tea and a guided walk following the path and history of the Whitsunday traditional owners, the Ngaro people. Your guide will lead you right to the lookout and that picture postcard view. Learn about the history and flora from the informative displays along the way that provide an insight into this picturesque area. Spend the rest of your day relaxing on Whitehaven Beach and playing beach games, with wetsuit hire included. Tuck into a delicious gourmet lunch. Alcoholic beverages and refreshments served throughout the day are all included. Award-winning Airlie Beach restaurants are the caterers for the cruise, which is licensed to serve beer and wine from 11:00 AM. Enjoy afternoon tea before the thrill of sailing on the way home as you reminisce on your perfect day in paradise.

Whitsundays Ocean Rafting Tour: Snorkel, Walk & Whitehaven

4. Whitsundays Ocean Rafting Tour: Snorkel, Walk & Whitehaven

Ride, snorkel, and bushwalk as you embark on the perfect Whitehaven Beach tour, visiting both ends of the world-famous beach. Take off on the ride of your life in the beautiful Whitsunday Islands and enjoy a guided nature walk, inner coral reef snorkeling, personalized snorkel instruction, and more. Departing from Airlie Beach, climb aboard the fastest day boat in the Whitsundays. Experience an informative ride and thrilling adventure on super fast semi-rigid inflatable vessels capable of speeds of up to 35 knots (65 kilometers per hour). Select the North Whitehaven option for an eco-adventure popular amongst avid snorkellers. This includes two different snorkel destinations, a visit to the beach at Hill Inlet, and a guided National Park walk to the lookout above the silica sand of Whitehaven. Select the South Whitehaven option for more beach time. Enjoy at least two hours of relaxing on the white silica sand, and a guided walk to Hill Inlet for breathtaking views of the tropical waters. Snorkel for over an hour amid corals and fringing reefs. Whatever option you choose, enjoy the only tour in the Whitsundays to have direct access to Hill Inlet beaches at Whitehaven. Have peace of mind by traveling with an advanced ecotourism-certified, climate change business and green travel leader. A tropical lunch pack is available to be pre-booked at the check out and paid for on the day of the tour. Water, soft drinks, beer, fruit juices, and chocolates are also available for sale on board or you can bring your own non-alcoholic drinks and lunch.

Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Beach Big Island Day Tour

5. Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Beach Big Island Day Tour

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, 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. 

Whitsundays Camira Sailing Adventure from Daydream Island

6. Whitsundays Camira Sailing Adventure from Daydream Island

Discover the Whitsunday Islands National Park and beautiful Whitehaven Beach on this 10-hour cruise. You will sit onboard a spacious deck in the sun whilst enjoying refreshments and morning tea. Upon arriving at the famous Whitehaven Beach, you'll see the Hill Inlet lookout, one of the most photographed locations in Australia. From here you will enjoy a guided walk following the path and history of the Whitsunday's traditional owners, the Ngaro people. Your guide will lead you right to the lookout where you will be greeted by that picture postcard view. You can learn about the history, flora, and stories, from the informative displays along the way that provide an insight into this picturesque area. You will then spend the rest of your day snorkeling alongside loggerhead turtles and stingrays on the turquoise inner reef. Later, you can tuck into a delicious BBQ lunch. Alcoholic beverages and refreshments served throughout the day are all included. Award-winning Airlie Beach restaurants will be your caterers for the cruise, which is licensed to serve beer and wine from 11:00AM. You can enjoy afternoon tea before the thrill of sailing on the way home, as you reminisce on your perfect day in paradise.

Airlie Beach: Tallship Whitehaven Beach Sail Snorkel

7. Airlie Beach: Tallship Whitehaven Beach Sail Snorkel

Jump on board a classic 62-ft gaff-rigged schooner and feel the breeze as you sail across to Whitehaven. Help out to pull up the sails or relax in the sunshine on the deck. Enjoy some morning tea with home-baked chocolate brownies. Sail across the Whitsunday Passage and take a leisurely pace towards Tongue Bay. Look out for turtles swimming through the warm water. Anchor close to shore and walk up to Hill Inlet. Take in the views of the white sands and turquoise waters of Whitehaven Beach and discover why it’s been voted one of the 10 best beaches in the world. Head back to the boat for a picnic lunch of wraps and homemade frittata. Set sail again and continue to the snorkeling spot on the fringing reef. Savor a refreshing fruit platter in the afternoon and perhaps buy a cocktail from the onboard bar.

Airlie Beach: Great Barrier Reef & Whitehaven Beach Tour

8. Airlie Beach: Great Barrier Reef & Whitehaven Beach Tour

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.

Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Beach Sailing and Snorkeling Tour

9. Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Beach Sailing and Snorkeling Tour

Take part in an adult only sailing experience. A day on board Lady Enid is like no other sailing trip in the Whitsundays. A cut above, Lady Enid promises barefoot luxury and comfort, with a highly attentive level of service. Delectable meals are provided, and sparkling wine is served with antipasto in the afternoon. After hotel pickup, head to the marine to board the boat. Once onboard Lady Enid you will be introduced to the crew. You will be given a courtesy bottle of spring water which can be refilled throughout the day as required. As you head out to sea, tea and coffee will be served with fresh scones, clotted cream and strawberries. Arrive at Tongue Bay, adjacent to the famous lookout at Whitehaven Beach in the late morning. Enjoy an easy walk along the beautiful bush track to the Hill Inlet lookout over Whitehaven Beach, where you will have time to take in the view. You will then make your way down to Whitehaven Beach for some time to relax on the soft white silica sand, and to enjoy the shallow waters of one of Australia’s most famous beaches. Return from Whitehaven Beach for lunch onboard. After lunch, sail to a snorkelling site. Snorkelling is optional and guests not taking part in snorkelling can sit and enjoy a cool beer or glass of wine from the bar. Spend approximately 40 minutes at the snorkelling site. Explore the diversity of corals and all manner of colourful marine life that call the Whitsundays home. All snorkelling equipment is provided, including wetsuits if required. Sailing back to port will truly be memorable, as you watch the sunset over Airlie Beach with a glass of Australian sparkling wine in hand. Enjoy an antipasto cheese platter to finish off a truly memorable day.

Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Fly and Cruise Helicopter Tour

10. Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Fly and Cruise Helicopter Tour

Enjoy transportation to the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, a buffet lunch, and a spectacular helicopter flight over Hill Inlet and the Whitsunday Islands on this fly and cruise helicopter combo tour. After pickup, cruise through the turquoise waters of the Whitsunday Islands to reach the beach club. Access all of the club's facilities and activities, including a buffet lunch. Soak up the sun on the beach or take a stroll to South Whitehaven Lookout. Later, board the helicopter for a scenic helicopter flight with a guaranteed window seat. Fly over Whitehaven Beach and the iconic Hill Inlet. Admire views of the swirling white sands contrasting against the turquoise waters of the inlet.

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4.8 / 5

based on 1,364 reviews

Whole trip was well planned with safety and enjoyment high on the agenda Max our mother duck (as she called it) made sure everyone had a good time and could not have done more for everyone on board our driver Dan had moments of what seemed like madness with his piloting of the boat - but it certainly made it exciting and himself showed a great sense of humour towards all ages on board

What a great day from start to finish, could not have asked for anything else, great communication, great staff on and off the cruise, food was more than you could imagine Definitely worth the money

It is the most beautiful and touching experience of Nature I have ever had. And I have travelled a lot. It almost brought me to tears of commotion for how stunning Mother Nature is. Just divine.

Best activity to do in Aiirlie! Tommy and Scotty were fantastic. So entertaining and enthusiastic. Everything about it was perfect.

Well organised beautiful scenery. The comtry was excellent. Food faboulous