Airlie Beach, Whitsundays

Driftwood Tours Best Of Airlie Beach

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Duration
3 hours
Departs
9:30am or 1:30pm, Airlie Beach
Includes
Guided bus tour, free pick-up
Group size
Maximum 11 guests

Tour overview

Embark on a captivating journey with Driftwood Tours and uncover the hidden gems of Airlie Beach. The "Best Of Airlie" tour is your golden ticket to exploring the region's most picturesque spots, all packed into a convenient and thrilling 3-hour bus tour.

Bookings use the tour operator's direct booking system. Once booked, you get an email from the operator with contact details and everything you need to know.

Whitsundays Best New Tourism Business 2023 Qualified Savannah Guide Cruise ship friendly

Why Choose the Best Of Airlie Tour?

  • Scenic 3-hour guided tour: Take in the stunning landscapes of Airlie Beach, from bustling harbours to serene beaches and breathtaking lookouts, in a compact 3-hour format.
  • Intimate group experience: With a maximum of 11 people, the tour is more personal and engaging. It's a great setting for making new friends or a family outing.
  • Expert local knowledge: Guided by Cherene Poidevin, a seasoned local guide and qualified Savannah Guide whose knowledge and passion bring the landscapes and history of the Whitsundays to life.
  • Comfortable travel: An air-conditioned bus makes for a pleasant trip whatever the weather.
  • Exclusive locations: Visit the stunning Shute Harbour and Mandalay Bay, plus lookouts chosen for their unique views of Airlie Beach.
  • Cruise ship friendly: Timed and designed for cruise ship guests wanting to see the best of Airlie Beach during a stopover.
  • Accommodation pick-up: Free pick-up from your accommodation or the cruise ship terminal, or meet in the middle of Airlie Beach.

What to Expect

  • Discover Airlie's wonders: From hidden coves to panoramic vistas, every stop is a new discovery.
  • Learn fascinating stories: Cherene's storytelling brings the history and culture of the Whitsundays to life.
  • Capture unforgettable memories: Don't forget your camera. These picturesque spots are a photographer's dream.
  • Meet like-minded adventurers: The small group setting is ideal for meeting others who love to explore.

Itinerary

*Example itinerary only. The order, timing and stops may change on the day due to weather and road conditions.

Departure, 9:30am or 1:30pm

Airlie Beach Pick-Up

Free pick-up from your accommodation or the cruise ship terminal, or meet in the middle of Airlie Beach.

Scenic stop

Shute Harbour

Panoramic views over the harbour and out to the islands.

Scenic stop

Mandalay Point

Mandalay Bay and the point, looking back across the water to Airlie Beach.

Lookouts

Hilltop Lookout and Cannonvale Beach

A hilltop viewpoint over Airlie Beach, plus more photo stops along the coast.

Waterfront

Northerlies and Coral Sea Marina

The Northerlies Beach Bar and Grill area and Coral Sea Marina round out the tour.

Return, after 3 hours

Airlie Beach Drop-Off

Drop-off back in Airlie Beach or at the cruise ship tender area.

Good to know

Free pick-up from accommodation or cruise terminal
11-seater air-conditioned bus
Check the booking calendar for departure times
Minimum of 2 guests to operate

Is This Tour Suitable For You?

Fitness level Easy
Families welcome, child price available
Ideal for cruise ship guests
Sightseeing by bus with short photo stops

Quick Information For This Tour

Awarded Whitsundays Best New Tourism Business of 2023

Product: Best Of Airlie 3 Hour Bus Tour
Price: From $130 per adult, $95 per child
Price includes: A 3-hour tour of Airlie Beach's best locations with a qualified Australian Savannah Guide
Location: Airlie Beach QLD 4802
Type of bus: 11 seater
Departure time: 9:30am or 1:30pm
Maximum guests: 11 per tour

Tour Guide "Cherene"

Cherene Poidevin is the vibrant and spirited founder of Driftwood Tours in Airlie Beach. Since 2017 she has been guiding visitors around the Whitsundays and turning every tour into a memorable experience.

With a 30-year career in outdoor recreation and tourism, Cherene is more than a guide. She is a treasure trove of stories and a passionate lover of nature, and plenty of locals call her a modern-day female Steve Irwin.

Driftwood Tours grew out of her endless curiosity, her deep appreciation for the landscape, and her knack for uncovering fascinating cultural tidbits and fun facts. Rather than sticking to the well-trodden paths, Cherene takes guests to the hidden corners and secret spots that capture the essence of the Whitsundays.

Whether it is a visitor's first or hundredth time in the area, she makes sure there is always something new to explore, and her focus is on exhilarating experiences that leave lasting memories and stories to share.

Tour Departure Point Map

Pick-up is from your accommodation, the cruise ship terminal or a meeting point in the middle of Airlie Beach.

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Ticket Terms And Conditions

Cancellation policy: Cancel more than 24 hours before the scheduled departure for a 100% refund. Cancellations made between 12 and 24 hours before departure receive a 50% refund. Cancellations less than 12 hours before departure, and no-shows, are not refunded.

Rescheduling: Guests can reschedule to another day with at least 24 hours' notice.

Trip operations: Each trip needs a minimum of two participants to operate. The itinerary may change due to weather or road conditions. Driftwood Tours may cancel a trip due to unforeseen circumstances, in which case affected guests receive a full refund.

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Nath J

Airlie Beach local since 2001 · Founder, Ripple Effect Online

Nath J has lived in Airlie Beach and worked in Whitsundays tourism since 2001. He was Operations Manager at Tallarook Sail and Dive, and today is a marketing contractor for multiple tourism and local businesses. He is also the founder of Ripple Effect Online, the Airlie Beach agency that has been building and ranking websites for local tour operators since 2017. Nath runs several Whitsundays travel sites, has delivered workshops on direct tourism bookings, and wrote the ebook "Whitsunday Islands: A Journey through Paradise". He holds the Queensland Tourism Industry Council’s "Whitsundays Tourism Hero" and "Respecting First Nations Cultural Protocols in Australia" certifications.

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