If you love snorkeling and have not done the Great Barrier Reef yet then you are missing out. There are tours leaving daily from Airlie Beach that you can catch and get started.
The marine life is like no other anywhere else in the work, you can see turtles, manta rays and over 1500 species of fish. Love snorkeling? You are going to absolutely love this.
There are Whitsundays tours leaving from Airlie Beach every day, you can see and snorkel the area by jet ski, or go by power boat. Prices for each package vary, we have included a price guide to help you choose.
We have snorkeling packages available for backpackers and students, solo travellers and even families.
We also have a guide on Airlie Beach accommodation, which you will find useful should you choose to stay in the area over night, you most probably will. It’s the most amazing part of the world.
Red Cat Great Barrier Reef Tour
From $249
Small group Great Barrier Reef Tour operated by Red Cat Adventures from Airlie Beach.
Multiple snorkel locations on a stable catamaran custom-built specifically for the Whitsundays.
All-inclusive package with lycra suit, snorkelling equipment, fins and lunch.
Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour
From $299
Departs From Airlie Beach, Day Dream and Hamilton Island
Ferry Transfers To Reef World
Snorkelling plus all equipment
Scuba Diving optional extra
Buffet Lunch Included
ZigZag Whitsundays Day Tour
From $159 – $209
2 Beaches – 2 Lookouts – 1 Snorkel Location
Full-Day Tour With 30 Guests 3 Crew, Visits South Whitehaven Beach, New South Whitehaven Lookout, Chalkies Beach, Haslewood Island Lookout, Snorkel location
Included – Lunch, Snacks, Snorkel Gear, Wetsuit. Fast boat, Low seasickness probability Dynamic Pricing, Family-Friendly Pricing
1 Hour Scenic Flight
From $249 WITH PROMO CODE WIRSF22
60 – 70 Minute Flight Time, With Small Numbers Of 5 people Max
Fly Over The Great Barrier Reef, Famous Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Swirling Sands, Whitsunday Islands and Airlie Beach
Modern Comfortable Plane With Guaranteed Window Seat
Whitsundays Sea And Sky Combo
SALE $419
Full-Day Tour With ZigZag Whitsundays 30 Guests 3 Crew, Visits South Whitehaven Beach, New South Whitehaven Lookout, Snorkel locations.
PLUS
70 Minute Scenic Flight Over Heart Reef, Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven Beach And Great Barrier Reef
Airlie Beach Scuba Diving Day Tour
From $330 Including 2 Dives and Equipment
Aqua 5 is a devoted diving day trip running out of the Port Of Airlie.
Their Airlie Beach Scuba diving tour provides Island diving at its greatest! Experience pleasant drift dives along the reef shelf close to Black island next to Hayman Island
Snorkelling options are available to friends or family not wishing to dive
Full 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
Thundercat Whitsundays
$210 Adult $170 Child
Full-Day Tour With 38 Guests 2 Crew
Visits North Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout, 2 Snorkel locations
Includes Lunch, Snorkel Gear, Wetsuit
Fast boat, Courtesy Pickup
Fury Whitsundays
From $170
Full-Day Tour 32 Guests 2 Crew
Visits North Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout, Snorkel Location
Includes Snorkel Gear Included
Fast boat Low seasickness probability
Camira Sailing Tour
From $229
Full-Day Tour
Including Hill Inlet Lookout, and Whitehaven Beach
1 Snorkel location
Lunch Snorkel Mask and Wetsuit Included
Whitsundays Snorkelling And Sailing Tour
From $175
10am to 6pm
Finish the day with a colourful sunset as you come back to Airlie Beach.
Lunch and refreshments will be provided
Snorkelling gear and stinger suits is included
A pleasant and relaxing alternative to experience the Whitsunday Islands.
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- Great Barrier Reef tours
- Hardy Reef
- Airlie Beach snorkelling Great Barrier Reef
- Cruise Whitsundays
- Whitehaven Beach
- Great Barrier Reef tours
Our most popular snorkeling tours to the Great Barrier Reef include:
- Fury Speed Boat Tour
- ZigZag Whitsundays Day Tour
- Tongarra – (catamaran sailing trip)
- Thundercat Whitsundays
- Cruise Whitsundays outer reef tour
Snorkeling is available with every tour at no added cost, all equipment is provided too.
To see people having fun snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef take a look at this video:
Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Airlie Beach Tours
Please note that the listed prices are to be used as a guide only, the price may go up or down slightly for your selected travel dates.
Half Day Tours
Jetski Tour
This is a Whitehaven beach half day tour on JetSki’s. This package explores the beautiful Pioneer Bay, Port of Airlie and 2 Islands. This safari tour is around 2.5 hours long and takes you past South Molle Island and Day Dream Island on a thrilling adventure. The tour is fully guided by trained instructors and often encounters Sea turtles, dugongs and sea birds. Each ski can take 2 people. You will get a qualified guide, all jetski apparel is provided. The adventure operates daily in most weather conditions. Thorough safety briefing and demonstrations provided by a qualified tour guide. We have 10 jet skis available per tour (maximum of 16 people). Families and groups are most welcome
Price: $280 (two per jetski)
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach (twice a day)
Days: Everyday
Departure Time: Morning – 9:00am. Afternoon 1.00pm (last 3.5 hours)
Skydive
Take in the stunning views across the Whitsundays from the air. Feel the absolute ultimate thrill and way to view the magnificent glory the Whitsundays has to offer. The airport is just minutes from Airlie Beach and you will be provided free return transfers to your accommodation. Jump from the incredible altitude of up to 15,000 feet directly over the crystal clear waters and sparkling white sands of these stunning tropical islands of the Whitsundays.
Price: $219
Departure Location: Check-in shop address: 1/265 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach (across the road from Base)
Days: Everyday
Departure Time: Varies
One Day Tours
ZigZag Speed Boat Package
This package is the lowest possible price you will ever get for a one day tour around the Whitsundays. It is on board a fast paced speed boat and is the only day trip around that offers a tour of the Palm Bay Resort on Long Island. Not only is this package cheap, it is unique too. Well worth the money and has received amazing reviews. You will also get 2 snorkel locations and 90 minutes on Whitehaven Beach. All this in one day makes it the most action-packed Whitsundays tour on the market.
Price from: $159
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Monday,Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Departure Time: 8:00am. and returns between 4:00pm – 4.30pm
Thundercat Speed Boat Tour
This package is an exciting ride on a catamaran, the boat is so fast it is recommended for those that don’t fare too well on the sea. The one day tour visits Hill Inlet Look Out at Whitehaven Beach, 2 beaches, and 2 snorkel locations. Thundercat is ideal for all travelers including singles, couples, groups, and families.
This one includes Hamilton Island day trips from Airlie Beach.
Price: $199
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Everyday
Departure Time: 9:00AM. and returns later that day at 5.00pm
Fury Speed Boat Tour
This is a fast paced day trip visiting Hill Inlet Lookout and the south end of Whitehaven Beach. You will get time snorkeling the coral reefs and have lunch on Whitehaven Beach. The boat itself has 4 engines totaling 900 horsepower, with this kind of speed there will be no seasickness.
Price: $189
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Everyday
Departure Time: 10:00am. and returns the same day at 5.00pm
Whitsunday Bullet
One of the few trips at this low price that offers scuba diving. Snorkeling is also included, the scuba diving must be pre-booked. The Whitsunday Bullet visits Hill Inlet lookout and the south end of Whitehaven Beach. The vessel was purpose built for speed and comfort. It has a top speed of 25 knots so you can be assured of getting to your destination quickly and in style.
Price: $189
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Everyday
Departure Time: 9:00am. and returns the same day at 4.30pm
Ocean Rafting Northern Tour (Includes Lunch and Sunsuit)
Ride on semi-rigid inflatable vessels across the Whitsundays. Each one can take up to 32 passengers, personal snorkelling lessons are available. A buffet style lunch is served at the beach with plenty of time to swim in the turquoise ocean or just relax on the silica white sand. This Northern tour visits Hill Inlet Lookout on Whitehaven Beach and 2 snorkelling locations.
Price: $199
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Everyday
Departure Time: 8:45am and returns the same day at 3:30pm
Over Night Tours
Many of these trips are from Airlie Beach to the Whitsunday Islands. To discover more about each package simply click the “Book Now” text.
Spank Me – Backpacker Sailing Tour
This sailing trip is perfect for ages 18-35, it is aimed at backpackers and students on a tight budget. You will visit Whitehaven Beach including the famous Hill Inlet Lookout on the Northern End. Snorkel locations can include Luncheon Bay, Caves Cove, Blue Pearl Bay plus many more destinations. With a professional fun crew and a boat built to win races, you will have the time of your life visiting the Whitsundays on this famous Australian yacht.
Price: $474
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Wednesday,Friday and Sunday
Departure Time: 1:00pm. and returns 2 days later at 10.30am
Avatar Trimaran Package
This is our most popular student/backpacker tour of the Whitsundays. The Avatar is the only commercial trimaran in the region. This sailing trip is perfect for ages 18-35. All meals, Linen, Snorkel Equipment, Wetsuits are included in the price. This is one really great deal at an affordable price. What sets Avatar apart from all the other Whitsundays Tours is its size, At 67 feet long and 54 feet wide there is plenty of room to sun-bake on the comfortable nets and watch the Whitsundays cruise by.
Price: $534
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday,Thursday and Saturday
Departure Time: 11:30am. and returns 2 days later at 9.30am
Entice – Luxury Overnight Yacht Tour
This modern yacht takes only 10 guests to ensure a more personalised trip of the Whitsundays. Visit Whitehaven Beach including the world famous lookout at Hill Inlet plus snorkel multiple snorkel locations around the islands in the coral filed bays. Private bedrooms are available with their own private bathrooms. You will not find a more comfortable way to travel the Islands.
Price: $525
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
Departure Time: 4:00 pm. and returns 2 days later at 2.00pm
O’Nice Whitsundays Two Day Two Night Tour
This tour is on a modern yacht and can take just ten guests at any one time. Visit Whitehaven Beach including the world famous lookout at Hill Inlet plus snorkel multiple snorkel locations around the islands in coral filed bays. This is considered a luxury package with accommodation at the high end of the scale having private double bedrooms with ensuites available. If you are looking for a sailing tour with low guest numbers, comfortable living arrangments and exhilarating sailing then this is the Whitsundays Tour for you.
Price: $525
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Departure Time: 4:00 pm. and returns 2 days later at 2pm
Condor Whitsundays 4 Day 3 Night Tour
This 80-foot maxi yacht now takes 28 guests on a sailing adventure around the Whitsunday Islands including up to 4 hours on Whitehaven Beach and three vibrant snorkelling locations.
Price: $799
Departure Location: Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach
Days: Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
Departure Time: 2:00 pm and returns 2 days later at 11.00am
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