Airlie Beach
The Whitehaven runs from Airlie Beach: ocean rafting to the Hill Inlet lookout where the sands swirl, full-day eco-cruises with buffets and snorkel stops between beach hours. The sand is 98 percent pure silica and squeaks underfoot to prove it.
Discover Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and coral reefs on a 7-hour ocean rafting tour from Airlie Beach, with snorkeling, beach walks, and expert guides.
Most Popular“We booked the southern lights tour (which allows for more time at Whitehaven Beach) and it was so much fun! The windy conditions made the boat ride thrilling and exciting. Bernie (the boat driver) and Hailey (our guide) had lots of persRead more”
Experience the stunning Whitsundays with this full-day snorkeling cruise, visiting Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and vibrant coral reefs for an unforgettable adventure.
“Great full day tour to see Whitehaven Beach, hike to Hill Inlet and two snorkeling opportunities. As an adult who is a capable swimmer but doesn't swim often, I said on the pre trip waiver that I could swim 50m. This gave me the option…”
Discover Whitehaven Beach and vibrant coral reefs on this full-day eco-cruise from Airlie Beach, featuring snorkeling, scenic walks, and a buffet lunch.
“Absolutely amazing tour. The captain and tour guide had so much knowledge and love for Australia it was really good to see. The lunch was really nice good selection and plenty time was given on Whitehaven Beach. All the staff from check in to on…”
Experience Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, snorkeling, and an exhilarating boat ride on this eco-certified tour from Airlie Beach for a full-day adventure.
“Ben and mssha where excellent and made our experience a wonderful one..thankyou very much”
Explore the stunning Whitsundays and Whitehaven Beach with this half-day cruise from Airlie Beach, featuring scenic views, beach time, and expert guides.
“Really lovely experience. The boat journey there was really smooth & comfortable. We got picked up at 7:15 and we got to Whitehaven at 9am. We had a good amount of time on the beach - maybe do the full day if you want longer…”
Discover Whitehaven Beach with this full-day tour from Airlie Beach, offering scenic walks, snorkeling, and stunning views—perfect for nature lovers.
“An incredible experience! The staff are so friendly and the trip is well organised. Highly recommend.”
Discover Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet on a full-day eco-cruise. Enjoy stunning views, guided walks, delicious meals, and expert crew service.
“Lovely day with lovely staff. Smooth ride (didn’t feel sea sick at all). Captain wasn’t sure if we would make Whitehaven beach due to recent storms, but very glad we stuck at it because it was a beautiful day and we were able to visit…”
Experience two days exploring the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef on a comfortable sailboat with included meals, snorkeling, and Whitehaven Beach visits.
“We enjoyed this adventure. The snorkeling was amazing, and we were the first ones on Whitehaven Beach in the morning! The crew was great, very friendly and interactive with the guests. Sleeping quarters were tight, which was mentRead more”
Discover Whitehaven Beach and the Great Barrier Reef on a small-group sailing tour from Airlie Beach, with snorkeling, lookout views, and optional lunch.
“Completely amazing, the staff was lovely and the experience unique!”
Discover Whitehaven Beach with ZigZag Whitsundays’ speedboat tour from Airlie Beach, offering stunning views, snorkeling, and a flexible day on the sands.
“This was absolutely a beautiful day, but be advised that you do not see Hill Inlet (the swirly sandy beach you see online). That being said, the day was great, the beach was stunning, and definitely add on the snorkeling!”
Discover Whitehaven Beach via a half-day catamaran tour from Airlie Beach, featuring stunning scenery, beach time, and onboard amenities for a memorable day.
“Friendly, professional staff. Absolutely stunning boat ride and Whitehaven beach is stunning location. Wildlife is amazing. The area is idyllic ( just make sure you bring insect repellent along with your sunscreen.”
Discover the stunning Whitsundays on this full-day catamaran tour visiting Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and scenic viewpoints with expert guides and excellent food.
“A very pricey tour, but a great day. If I had to do it over, I probably would have chosen a tour company that was allowed to moore at Hill Inlet and offered snorkeling (there are rays there!) To be honest, I wasn’t sure what…”
Experience stunning aerial views of Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach, snorkeling, and guided walks on a full-day tour combining scenic flight and ocean rafting in Airlie Beach.
“Friendly staff, amazing expensive, highly recommended. Thanks a lot to Josh for your assistance - really appreciate it.”
Experience the stunning Whitsundays with a speedboat tour visiting Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and the Great Barrier Reef, including snorkeling and local guides.
“Amazing day, thanks to everyone on board for making it so enjoyable”
Experience the stunning Whitsundays with a full-day speedboat cruise to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet. Enjoy snorkeling, a buffet lunch, and spectacular views.
“We really enjoyed this tour. Luke and David were the ultimate comedic duo and made the day fun. We were fortunate to get up close to a mother whale and her baby as well as a pod of dolphins. Snorkeling was good as well as…”
Gateway to the Whitsundays: silica sand, heart reefs and sails at dusk.