The 15 Best Whitsundays Tours from Airlie Beach

Ocean Rafting: Whitehaven Beach, Snorkelling & Hill Inlet Lookout - Starting at Coral Sea Marina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,777 reviews · from $149Our pick

Review of Ocean Rafting from Airlie Beach, with Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, fast boat rides, guided walks, and reef snorkeling.

“We booked the southern lights tour (which allows for more time at Whitehaven Beach) and it was so much fun! The windy conditions made the boat ride thrilling and exciting. Bernie (the boat driver) and Hailey (our guide) had lots of persRead more”

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Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour

2.Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,348 reviews · from $92

Ride a Sea-Doo through the Whitsundays from Airlie Beach, with wildlife, island views, expert guides, gear, transfers, and three tour choices.

“Great event! Good and clear lecture/instructions beforehand. Good size of each group going out (we were 6 persons plus our guide). Superfun to drive the jet-skis and the time allowed was fully ok (though you always want more ;) )”

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Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout Snorkeling Cruise

3.Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,953 reviews · from $164

Review of Red Cat Adventures’ 8-hour Whitehaven Beach cruise, with snorkeling, Hill Inlet views, buffet lunch, tips, and honest value advice.

“The snorkeling was amazing and the coral was so healthy. All the crew were very friendly, enthusiastic, organized, and helpful. They were very knowledgeable about the reef and emphasized cultural respect and reef protection. They gave us brownies and fruit snacks, as well as a nice lunch that accommodated those with dietary restrictions.”

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Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Full-Day Eco-Cruise with Buffet

4.Whitehaven Full-Day Eco-Cruise with Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,644 reviews · 8 hours · from $162

Review of Red Cat Adventures’ Whitehaven eco-cruise from Airlie Beach, with snorkeling, Hill Inlet, buffet lunch, tips, and honest value advice.

“overwhelming the natures beauty. l enjoy swimming at whiteheaven beach and snorkeling”

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Airlie Beach: Snorkel, Hill Inlet Lookout & Whitehaven Beach

5.Snorkel, Hill Inlet Lookout & Whitehaven Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,119 reviews · 390 minutes - 1 day · from $147

Review of Ocean Rafting’s Airlie Beach tour to Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and coral reefs, with snorkelling, speedboat thrills and practical tips.

“Brent and James were our guides and led us to a great time hopping the islands. Relaxing sunny day with loud music and lots of good waves.”

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Airlie Beach: Whitsundays & Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight

6.Whitsundays & Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,810 reviews · 1h 10m · from $211

See Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, Heart Reef, and the Whitsundays from a small plane with hotel transfers and guaranteed window seats.

“Extremely good fun. First time in a small plane and it was great. Loved every minute. It went by so quickly! It’s about an hour and 10 minutes in total but it felt like 30 minutes! Constant great views! Thank you!!”

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From Airlie: Whitsundays and Whitehaven Half-Day Cruise

7.From Airlie: Whitsundays and Whitehaven Half-Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,548 reviews · 7 hours · from $109

Review of Cruise Whitsundays’ seven-hour Whitehaven Beach trip from Airlie, with island scenery, beach time, food, costs, tips, and drawbacks.

“Could not fault the trip the staff, food and the boat we went on. I was just surprised to see so many boats in the bay and so many people all doing what we were doing. Don’t know why I expected it to be just our boat because everyone was doing what we were seeing and enjoying a beautiful island and cruise. Top rate cruise”

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Airlie Beach: Whitsundays & Heart Reef Scenic Flight

8.Whitsundays & Heart Reef Scenic Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,426 reviews · 1 hour · from $237

Fly from Airlie Beach over Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, the Whitsundays, and Heart Reef on a one-hour scenic flight with hotel pickup.

“The Ocean Rafting's Flight over the Heart Reef exceeded my expectations! The staff's professionalism, knowledge, enthusiasm, and kindness made the tour experience so much more memorable!”

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Airlie Beach: Whitsunday Islands & Heart Reef Scenic Flight

9.Whitsunday Islands & Heart Reef Scenic Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,188 reviews · 1h 5m · from $274

Review of Airlie Beach’s 65-minute flight over Whitehaven, Hill Inlet, Heart Reef, and the Great Barrier Reef, with practical booking tips.

“Best thing I’ve ever done. Tour guide was great very lucky to get a copilot seat!! Big plane nerd so was so cool to hear the ATC etc. Solo travelled and made my experience incredible. Thanks a bunch”

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Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options – All Day Beach Or Snorkel

10.Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options – All Day Beach Or Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,028 reviews · from $164

Review of ZigZag Whitsundays’ Whitehaven Beach tour from Airlie Beach, with beach-only and snorkeling options, lunch, lookout views, and practical tips.

“Had a super day on Zig zag tour of Whitsunday and Whitehaven beach. From start to finish the staff were so welcoming, professional and informative. We booked the beach trip with snorkel which was amazing. Food constantly being served on board. Best day ever🥰”

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Airlie Beach: Hill Inlet Lookout and Whitehaven Beach Cruise

11.Hill Inlet Lookout and Whitehaven Beach Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 861 reviews · 8 hours · from $156

Review of SeaLink’s Whitehaven Beach cruise from Airlie Beach, with Hill Inlet views, meals, bus transfers, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“As a solo traveler the staff made me feel welcome right from the start and right to the end of the trip they were all so friendly and helpful. Maddison ( Mother duck) was wonderful and an awesome guide on the walks. I forgot the young man’s name he was from Tasmania he was awesome and had time for a chat. The whole day was awesome with plenty of food for morning and afternoon tea, plus the lunch was delicious and filling. The food was delicious and amazing and they catered for everyone diet requirements. The captain was wonderful in his commentary about the Whitsundays area and all the islands…”

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Airlie Beach: Fly Raft Package w Scenic Flight & Snorkeling

12.Fly Raft Package w Scenic Flight & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 788 reviews · 1 day · from $378

See Heart Reef from the air, race to Whitehaven Beach, hike Hill Inlet, and snorkel the Whitsundays on this full-day Airlie Beach tour.

“2 days after the cyclone wasn’t expecting much from the snorkelling was told we might not be able to the night before. However it was still amazing! Heath and Bernie really made it a Great day would highly recommend”

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2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar

13.2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 771 reviews · from $466

Spend two nights aboard Avatar sailing the Whitsundays, with Whitehaven Beach, snorkeling, meals, and simple onboard accommodation included.

“All of it it.was the best trip ever Alex and Ella where the best ella was a awesome cook and helpfull and we had good chat Alex was very professional and nogalagble took us to all the top spot and definitely interested doing it again thank again alex and Ella from matt dillon”

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2-Night Whitsundays Sailing Cruise incl. Whitehaven Beach & Great Barrier Reef

14.2-Night Whitsundays Sailing Cruise incl. Whitehaven Beach & Great Barrier Reef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 752 reviews · from $466

Review of OzSail’s 2-night Whitsundays cruise, with Whitehaven Beach, snorkeling, meals, sailing, bunks, costs, and practical tips.

“We are korean tourists! We were able to see whales, dolphins and turtles on this tour. It was a great experience and an unforgettable memory. The entire tour team sweetly took care of the passengers. This is a tour I would like to participate in again if given the opportunity.”

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