Whitsundays Sea And Sky Combo

The Whitsundays Sea and Sky Combo (also sold as the Whitehaven Beach & Heart Reef Experience) is the best value package the Whitsundays has to offer, and it includes two tours: the ZigZag Whitsundays Day Tour to Whitehaven Beach with snorkelling, and a Fly Australia 60 minute scenic flight over Heart Reef, Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach.

The normal price of these two tours is $618. The Sea and Sky Combo package price is only $519, a saving of $99.

Important: both tours cannot be taken on the same day. The booking button takes you to Fly Australia’s website, where you can book this combo. Once you have booked, follow the instructions in the email to book your boat tour date with ZigZag Whitsundays.

Pack for a beach day and a flight:

The Sea and Sky Combo bundles two separate tickets into one discounted price. Here is what each one gets you.

Fly Australia Scenic Flight: a 60-minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands, the outer Great Barrier Reef and world-famous Heart Reef, plus Whitehaven Beach with the Hill Inlet swirling sands and the island resorts. Every person gets a guaranteed window seat, with in-flight commentary from the pilot.

ZigZag Whitsundays Day Tour (boat): 2.5 hours at Whitehaven Beach with unlimited water taxi transfers, one snorkelling location on a coral reef, the guided walk to South Whitehaven Lookout, buffet lunch and snacks served onboard, two outdoor sun lounge areas (the top deck is adults only), stinger suits and snorkel equipment included, and barista-style coffee and alcohol available onboard at your own cost.

Important: both tours cannot be taken on the same day.

ZigZag Whitsundays is a local family business based in Airlie Beach that has been running boat tours since 2017. The owners, Nicole and Ben, live right here in the Whitsundays. Nicole is a marine scientist who loves the ocean and works hard to protect the reef, while Ben makes sure all the boats run safely and smoothly.

You’ll travel on their boat called Super Flyer, a big, fast catamaran that fits 80 people. The boat has air conditioning inside for when you get hot, plus sun lounges on deck where you can relax and enjoy the views.

What makes ZigZag special is their unlimited water taxi service, which means you can go back and forth between the boat and the beach as many times as you want. No other tour does this!

The crew are friendly and know the islands really well. They’ll tell you interesting stories about the area and make sure you have a great day. ZigZag also cares about the environment, working with reef protection programs and winning awards for their eco-friendly tours.

Fly Australia (also called FlyAus) runs scenic flights from Whitsunday Airport. The airport is at Flametree, just 5 minutes from Airlie Beach town.

Their planes range from 13 seater to 5 seater aircraft and are comfortable. Every person gets a window seat, so everyone can see the amazing views and take photos. The pilot talks to you through a headset during the flight, pointing out the important sights and answering questions. The pilots know the area very well and have lots of flying experience.

Before your flight you can wait in the passenger lounge, which has air conditioning, free water, toilets and places to charge your phone. FlyAus offers free pickup from two spots in Airlie Beach, 40 minutes before your flight time. Just be ready on time!

The flight takes about 60 minutes, flying over Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and the Great Barrier Reef. It is one of the most popular scenic flights in Australia. You can take as many photos as you want during the flight, so don’t forget your camera or phone!

Can I do the boat tour and flight on the same day?
No, you cannot do both tours on the same day. You need to do them on different days, due to departure and return time constraints.

How does booking work?
When you book online, you choose the date for your scenic flight with Fly Australia Charters. After you pay, you’ll get an email with instructions to book your boat tour date with ZigZag Whitsundays.

How much does it cost?
The Sea and Sky Combo is currently $519 per person, down from the normal price of $618, which is cheaper than booking the boat tour and flight separately. Prices may change, so check the booking page for current rates.

What time do the tours start?
The boat tour meets at 8:20am at Coral Sea Marina and leaves at 9am, getting back around 5pm. For the flight, you choose your time when you book it, and pickup is 40 minutes before your flight time.

Where do I meet for each tour?
Boat tour: Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach (Meeting Point D). Scenic flight: pickup from Airlie Beach, or you can go directly to Whitsunday Airport at Flametree.

What if the weather is bad?
If the weather is unsafe for flying, Fly Australia will contact you about 1 to 2 hours before your flight, and you can change to a different day or get a refund. The boat tour also gets cancelled in bad weather, and you can either reschedule or get a refund.

Can I bring my camera?
Yes! Bring your camera or phone for both tours, you’ll want lots of photos. On the plane, only bring a small bag that fits in your pockets; you can leave bigger bags at the FlyAus office.

Is this tour good for kids?
Yes, families love this combo. Kids aged 4 and up pay a children’s rate, and kids under 4 go free on the boat tour. For the flight, babies under 2 can sit on your lap with a special baby seatbelt.

Do I need to be a good swimmer?
With snorkelling, basic swimming helps, but life jackets and stinger suits are provided and the crew will help you.

The Sea and Sky Combo is run by two operators, and both are rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google.

ZigZag Whitsundays (boat tour), 4.9 ★: see ZigZag Whitsundays reviews here

Fly Australia Charters (scenic flight), 4.9 ★: see Fly Australia reviews here