Airlie Beach Glass Bottom Boat Tour
Tour Overview
Want to see the reef without getting wet? This 70-minute glass bottom boat tour from Airlie Beach lets you explore coral gardens, tropical fish and marine life in the Whitsundays, no snorkel required.
Perfect for families, non-swimmers and anyone curious about the marine ecosystems just off the coast of Airlie Beach. Stay dry aboard the shaded glass bottom vessel 'Bottoms Up' as you cruise over vibrant coral reefs, spotting fish, turtles, rays and more. It's an educational, relaxing and scenic way to experience the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.
Ticket Options
Airlie Beach Glass Bottom Boat Tour
- 70-minute glass bottom boat tour around Airlie Beach and Shute Harbour
- Live marine commentary and up-close views of coral, fish, rays and turtles
- Fully shaded vessel with safety equipment and life jackets for minors
- Courtesy hotel transfers and bonus Lions Lookout photo stop included
Tour Highlights
- 70-minute glass bottom boat reef discovery tour
- Up-close views of coral, tropical fish, rays and turtles
- Live commentary from knowledgeable marine guides
- Bonus photo stop at Lions Lookout before the tour
- Fully shaded vessel, so you stay dry and out of the sun
- Courtesy hotel pick-up and drop-off
Itinerary
*Example itinerary only. The order, timing and stops may change on the day due to tides, weather and operating conditions.
Hotel Pick-Up or Shute Harbour Marine Terminal
The courtesy bus collects guests from selected hotels, starting about 45 minutes before departure. Self-drive guests arrive at Shute Harbour 15 minutes before departure.
Lions Lookout
A bonus photo stop at Lions Lookout on the way to the boat.
Glass Bottom Boat Reef Tour
Cruise over coral reefs on Bottoms Up with live commentary, looking for fish, turtles, rays and more through the glass floor.
Shute Harbour and Hotel Drop-Off
Back at Shute Harbour Marine Terminal, with courtesy drop-off to your hotel.
Everything You Need to Know
Departure details
Duration: 70 minutes
Departure point: Shute Harbour Marine Terminal
Pick-ups: Courtesy bus available from selected hotels (pick-up starts 45 minutes prior)
Meeting time: Arrive at Shute Harbour 15 minutes before departure
Availability: Daily (times vary with tide and weather)
Good to Know
What's Included
Included
- 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 pick-up and drop-off
- Shaded vessel with full safety gear
- Life jackets for children
What To Bring
You stay dry on this one, so there's no need for swimmers.
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- Camera for reef and lookout photos
- Water bottle and comfortable clothing
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Terms and Conditions Of Travel
Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before departure and get a full refund. Tour times vary with the tide and weather.
Health & safety: The vessel is not wheelchair accessible, and passengers must be able to board and disembark unaided. Life jackets are provided for children.
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