Whitsundays Day Trips And Activities
Whitsundays Day Tours
Full dayOn saleZigZag Whitsundays Day Tour
Visits South Whitehaven Beach and New South Whitehaven Lookout.
- Unlimited transfers between boat and Whitehaven Beach
- Ticket 1: Whitehaven Beach all day (no snorkelling)
- Ticket 2: Whitehaven Beach plus snorkelling
- All tickets travel on the same boat and tour
- Snorkel tickets include wetsuit and snorkelling equipment
Tour + flightOn saleWhitehaven Beach & Heart Reef
Whitehaven Beach day tour plus 60-minute scenic flight package.
- Full-day tour with ZigZag Whitsundays
- Visits South Whitehaven Beach and the new South Whitehaven Lookout
- Snorkel location
- Plus: 60-minute scenic flight
- Flies over Heart Reef, the Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven Beach and the Great Barrier Reef
Scenic flightOn sale1 Hour Scenic Flight
Scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef and the islands.
- Flies over the Great Barrier Reef and the famous Heart Reef
- Whitehaven Beach and the swirling sands of Hill Inlet
- Whitsunday Islands and Airlie Beach
- Small numbers, 13 people maximum
- Modern, comfortable plane with a guaranteed window seat
- Sale price with promo code WIRSF26 at checkout
Full dayOcean Rafting
Fast boat tours to North Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout.
- Two different tour options
- Visits North Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout
- 2 snorkel locations
- Snorkel equipment included
- Fast boat with courtesy pickup
Full dayThundercat Whitsundays
Fast boat day tour to North Whitehaven and Hill Inlet Lookout.
- 38 guests with 2 crew
- Visits North Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout
- Snorkel gear and wetsuit included
- Fast boat
- Courtesy pickup
Full daySpirit Of Whitsundays – GSL Marine
Full-day Whitehaven Beach tour with four ticket options.
- Premium Whitehaven Beach All-Inclusive
- Whitehaven Beach Club Pass
- Whitehaven + Hill Inlet Bushwalk
- Whitehaven + Snorkelling
- All tickets travel on the same boat
Full dayFury Whitsundays
Full-day fast boat tour to both ends of Whitehaven Beach.
- 35 guests with 2 crew
- Visits North Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout
- South Whitehaven and lookout
- Snorkel gear included
- Fast boat with a low seasickness probability
Full dayViper Whitsundays
The only day tour to Hill Inlet, Whitehaven Beach and the outer reef.
- Maximum 36 guests
- Hill Inlet lookout walk and southern Whitehaven Beach
- Outer Great Barrier Reef snorkel, or the islands in winds over 20 knots
- Buffet lunch and snorkel gear included
- Jet boat with twin Rolls-Royce jets
Half dayWhitehaven Beach Half Day
Half-day tour to Whitehaven Beach with a scenic return cruise.
- Scenic return cruise in an air-conditioned ferry
- Morning and afternoon tours
- Up to 2 hours on the beach
- Optional guided bushwalk
Full dayWhitehaven Chill & Grill
Full-day Whitehaven Beach tour with Hill Inlet Lookout and a beach BBQ.
- Both ends of Whitehaven Beach
- Guided walk to Hill Inlet Lookout
- Aussie-style BBQ lunch on the beach
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Stinger suits and beach games included
Full dayCamira Sailing Tour
Full-day sailing tour to Hill Inlet Lookout and Whitehaven Beach.
- Hill Inlet Lookout
- Whitehaven Beach
- 1 snorkel location
- Lunch, snorkel mask and wetsuit included
Full dayLady Enid Sailing Day Tour
Adults only day sail to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet.
- Adults only, maximum 24 guests
- Hill Inlet Lookout and Whitehaven Beach
- Fringing reef snorkel
- Gourmet buffet lunch and morning tea
- Glass of sparkling on the sail home
Full dayWhitehaven Xpress
Full-day Whitehaven Beach tour with a beach BBQ.
- Hill Inlet Lookout and South End Lookout
- North and South Whitehaven Beach
- Beach BBQ and guided walk
- All ages welcome
- Courtesy pickup
1 hourOn sale1 Hour Jetski Tour
Guided jetski tour of the Airlie Beach coastline and bays.
- Brand-new eco-friendly Yamaha jet ski
- Professional local guide
- Safety briefing and equipment provided
- 60 minutes of guided adventure exploring the Airlie Beach coastline and bays
- 20% off with promo code WD20 at checkout
Full dayPurely Whitehaven Day Tour
Full-day tour of Whitehaven Beach, both ends and both lookouts.
- North Whitehaven Beach
- Hill Inlet Lookout
- South Whitehaven Beach
- South Whitehaven Lookout
- Lunch and shuttle transfers included
Full dayWhitsundays Snorkelling And Sailing Tour
Day sail to Langford Island with a sunset sail home.
- Sails to Langford Island with lunch on board
- About 3 hours at the sandbar to swim and snorkel
- Optional lookout walk, with turtles often seen
- Winter 9:30am to 6:00pm, summer 10:00am to 6:30pm
- Sunset sail back to Airlie Beach
6 hoursWings Whitsundays Day Tour
Sail, snorkel and SUP day on a 60ft catamaran with a spa.
- Maximum 29 guests
- Snorkel around Hook and Langford Islands
- Paddle boards and clear bottom kayaks
- Buffet lunch and morning tea
- Foredeck spa and BYO drinks
PrivateFull Or Half Day Private Charters
Whitsundays private charters on a fast luxury boat.
- Full day options
- Half day options
- Sunset cruise options
- Maximum 8 guests
Full dayOuter Great Barrier Reef Tour
Day tour to Reef World on the outer Great Barrier Reef.
- Departs from Airlie Beach, Daydream Island and Hamilton Island
- Ferry transfers to Reef World
- Snorkelling plus all equipment
- Scuba diving is an optional extra
- Buffet lunch included
6 hoursCrocodile Safari
Saltwater crocodile spotting on a Proserpine River cruise.
- Proserpine River cruise to see saltwater crocodiles
- Open-air wagon ride for a unique wildlife experience
- Traditional Australian bush tucker, damper and billy tea
- Delicious Aussie BBQ lunch
- Small group of 30 guests with an informative and friendly guide
Day tourFalls To Paradise
Cedar Creek Waterfall bus tour with lunch at Coral Sea Resort.
- Visit Cedar Creek Waterfall
- Lunch at Coral Sea Resort
- Morning tea
- 10 seater bus with tour guide
- Multi-award winning tour operator
- All-inclusive price
Boat hireA1 Boat Hire Airlie Beach
Boat hire in Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays, priced per day.
- Length: 6.15 metres
- Engine: 150HP Mercury outboard
- Capacity: up to 5 adults
- Trailer included, tow to the launch site or request delivery
- Fully equipped with GPS, depth sounder, electric motor plus more
3 hoursBest Of Airlie 3 Hour Tour
Small-group bus tour of the Airlie Beach area with a local guide.
- 3-hour bus tour of the Airlie Beach area
- Small group, maximum of 11 people
- Experienced local guide
- Air-conditioned bus
- Visits Shute Harbour, Mandalay Point, Hilltop Lookout, Cannonvale Beach, Northerlies Beach Bar & Grill and Coral Sea Marina
2 hoursAirlie Beach Sunset Cruise
2 hour sunset cruise around Pioneer Bay and Turtle Bay.
- Fully covered, purpose-built catamaran
- Onboard bar (no BYO)
- A glass of sparkling or soft drink is included in the ticket price
- Cruises Pioneer Bay and Turtle Bay
- After the sun sets, see the lights of Airlie Beach at night
Part daySkydive
Part-day skydive with a flight that climbs over the islands.
- Part-day activity
- Jump from up to 15,000 feet
- Freefall at 220km/hr
- 5 to 7 minutes of peaceful parachute descent
- Picture and video add-on available
- The flight climbs over the islands
GuidedJet-Ski Tours
Guided jet ski tours with two different tour options.
- 2 different tour options
- Qualified guide
- All safety equipment
- Pick up and drop off
- Free pictures, power snacks and bottled water
- A must-do activity
2 hoursWhitsundays Sunset Cruise
2 hour sunset sailing cruise with instant bookings.
- 2 hour sunset tour
- Sailing cruise
- Instant bookings
- Maximum of 24 guests
- Glass of champagne and some snacks included
70 minutesGlass Bottom Boat Tour
70-minute glass-bottom boat reef discovery tour.
- Live commentary from knowledgeable marine guides
- Bonus photo stop at Lions Lookout before the tour
- Courtesy hotel pickup and drop-off
- Shaded vessel with full safety gear
- Life jackets for children
30 minutesJetboat Rides
Jet boat 30 minute thrill ride in Airlie Beach.
- 800-hp adrenaline ride
- Performs 360s, 180s, power stops and nosedives
- Spot wildlife and see million dollar mansions
- Kids will love this thrill ride
PrivatePrivate Tuk Tuk Tours
An exciting and fun way to explore Airlie Beach.
- 5 different tuk tuk tours
- Multiple departure times each day
- Local guides
Half daySegway Rainforest Discovery Tour
Small-group segway tour through Conway National Park.
- 3.5 to 4 hours approx
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- A small group of 7
- Conway National Park and the Whitsundays Great Walk
HireScooter Hire
Electric scooter hire in the main street of Airlie Beach.
- Electric scooter hire
- Located in the main street
- 2 hour to multiple day hire available
- Suited to adults and children
What You Need To Know Before Purchasing Whitsundays Day Trips
Whitsunday Day Trips are the perfect way to visit the Whitsundays Islands. These day tours mostly run on fast-paced boats that maximise the day on the water. Each trip is slightly different, but most tick off the two big wants for any holidaymaker: Whitehaven Beach and snorkelling the coral around the islands.
When choosing between Whitsunday Day Trips, there are four specific factors to take into consideration.
- Price Of The Tour
Pricing is always an essential factor in choosing any tour, and value for money matters. Most Whitehaven Beach day trips range from $159 to $265 for an adult and $168 to $219 for a child. Family packages are available on most tours as well.
- What The Tour Includes
This is where some Whitsundays day tours differ from each other. Some trips include lunch and a wetsuit in the price, and some have them as optional extras. Snorkelling tours include a mask and snorkel. Read what each trip consists of to be prepared for the day.
- Departure And Return Times
This is extremely important for anyone flying or catching a bus on the same day as the tour. Some tours depart as early as 8 am, while others leave around 10 am. Return times vary between 3.30 pm and 5.30 pm, and can shift by 20 minutes depending on the wind and tides that day.
- Where Does The Trip Go
The most important answer, and once again it varies. A day trip from Airlie Beach goes to around 3 locations in a day. The most popular places are listed below.
Our Favourite Day Tour Locations In The Whitsundays
- Hill Inlet Lookout, at the north end of Whitehaven Beach at Bettys Beach
- South Whitehaven Beach, including the new South Whitehaven Beach Lookout
- Chalkies Beach, an excellent beach plus snorkel location and lookout platform
- Langford Spit, which now has a walking track and lookout
- Nara Inlet, for Aboriginal rock drawings
- Border Island, a snorkel location
- Whitsunday Island, with multiple snorkel locations
- Hook Island, with numerous snorkel locations
- Hayman Island, with multiple snorkel locations
Worried about seasickness? Choose the fastest boat available. Boats like Big Fury and ZigZag Whitsundays have over 1000 horsepower, and these fast boats ride the tops of the waves instead of rocking through them, which keeps the chance of seasickness low. For help or questions about Whitsunday Day Trips, the contact details for all operators are on their product page.
