Spirit of Whitsundays – GSL Marine
Tour overview
Explore the stunning beauty of Whitehaven Beach with this Whitehaven Beach Tour, featuring fast catamaran transfers and exclusive beach club amenities. Unwind with complimentary paddle boards, shaded relaxation areas and engaging beach games for an unforgettable Whitsundays experience.
Experience Whitehaven Beach like never before aboard one of the fastest catamarans in the Whitsundays, with exclusive beach club access, snorkelling, bushwalks and all-inclusive perks that take the hassle out of paradise.
Ticket Options
Four ticket options, with or without snorkelling. All tickets travel on the same boat.
Beach Club Pass (No Snorkelling)
- Stable, fast premium catamaran transfers
- South Whitehaven Beach only
- Free buffet lunch, morning and afternoon snacks
- Maximum beach relaxation time
- Exclusive beach club access
- Paddle boards and beach games
- Design your own perfect beach day
Whitehaven + Snorkelling
- Stable, fast premium catamaran transfers
- South Whitehaven Beach plus snorkelling
- Free buffet lunch, morning and afternoon snacks
- Beach club access
- Paddle boards
Whitehaven Wanderer (No Snorkelling)
- Stable, fast premium catamaran transfers
- South and North Whitehaven Beach
- Free buffet lunch, morning and afternoon snacks
- Self-guided Hill Inlet bushwalk to the famous swirling sands viewpoint
- Extended beach time
- Beach club access with paddle boards
Ultimate Experience (Snorkelling)
- Stable, fast premium catamaran transfers
- South and North Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and snorkelling
- Free buffet lunch, morning and afternoon snacks
- Maximum beach relaxation time
- Exclusive beach club access
- Paddle boards and beach games
Tour Highlights
- More time at Whitehaven Beach thanks to the fast catamaran transfer, just over 1 hour each way
- Exclusive beach club with a private shaded area, paddle boards and beach games like volleyball, cricket and frisbee
- Free buffet lunch plus morning and afternoon snacks, with no extra charges for lunch, gear or the beach club
- Optional visit to Hill Inlet Lookout, overlooking the iconic swirling sands
- Optional snorkelling at a fringing reef near Haslewood or Hook Island
- One of the few tours offering both snorkelling and beach time in one day
- Family friendly, solo traveller friendly and suitable for all ages
Itinerary
*Example itinerary only. The order, timing and stops may change on the day due to weather and operating conditions.
Port of Airlie, Airlie Beach
Check in from 8:30am. The fast, stable premium catamaran departs daily at 9:00am.
Fringing Reef Snorkel
Snorkel a fringing reef near Haslewood or Hook Island, with all snorkel gear provided.
South Whitehaven Beach and Beach Club
Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island, in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Relax in the beach club's shaded area, take out a paddle board, join the beach games and enjoy a buffet lunch.
North Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout
A self-guided bushwalk to the famous Hill Inlet viewpoint over the swirling white sands, plus extra time at North Whitehaven Beach.
Port of Airlie, Airlie Beach
Afternoon snacks on the ride home, arriving back at Port of Airlie at around 5:00pm.
Good to know
Important: All tickets travel on the same boat tour. Snorkelling and Hill Inlet walks are subject to weather and sea conditions.
Is This Tour Suitable For You?
What's included
Included
- Fast, stable premium catamaran transfers
- Beach club access with shade, paddle boards and beach games
- Free buffet lunch served beachside or on board
- Morning and afternoon snacks
- Professional guides, local crew and a dedicated beach club host team
- All snorkel gear if your ticket includes the reef
Not included
- Snorkelling on Beach Club Pass and Whitehaven Wanderer tickets
- Hill Inlet walk on Beach Club Pass and Whitehaven + Snorkelling tickets
What To Bring
Pack for a full day on the water and the sand.
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Reusable water bottle
Everything You Need to Know
Bookings are made through Viator with live availability. Once you have booked, you will receive an email with everything you need to know.
Departs daily from Port of Airlie, Airlie Beach. Check-in 8:30am, departure 9:00am, return 5:00pm.
Important: All tickets travel on the same boat tour.
New operator: The tour is now operated by Spirit Adventure Collective and was previously known as GSL Marine's Whitehaven Tours. It is the same high-speed catamaran with a new team, new service standards and a renewed focus on guest experience, visiting the same stunning Whitehaven Beach.
About the Vessel
A fast, stable premium catamaran that reaches Whitehaven Beach in just over an hour. It gives a smooth ride across the Coral Sea, ideal for families and first-time travellers, and has been upgraded for comfort, reliability and space.
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Terms and Conditions Of Travel
Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before departure and get a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded. If the tour is cancelled due to poor weather, you will be offered a new date or a full refund.
Health & safety: Snorkelling and Hill Inlet walks are subject to weather and sea conditions on the day.
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