Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Beach Full-Day Eco Cruise with Buffet Lunch
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Duration
8 Hours
Free Cancellation
48 Hrs Prior
Meals Included
Buffet Lunch & Teas
Spend a full day exploring the Whitsunday Islands from Airlie Beach aboard Thundercat, one of the fastest catamarans in the Whitsundays, custom built for stability so the ride stays comfortable even if you worry about seasickness. The tour leaves Coral Sea Marina at 09:00 and heads for Hill Inlet Lookout, where a knowledgeable crew member leads a guided bush walk to the famous view of swirling white sand. You then have around 1.5 to 2 hours on Whitehaven Beach to swim in the clear water or relax on the sand. The boat also visits spots at the north and south ends of the islands, with two snorkelling stops on reefs fringing the Great Barrier Reef, such as Mantaray Bay and Stonehaven Bay. A snorkel and mask are provided, along with a lycra suit in summer or a wetsuit in winter. Morning tea, a full buffet lunch prepared by a local caterer with qualified chefs, and afternoon tea are served on board, and you are welcome to bring your own alcoholic drinks, with a cool box and ice provided. The boat returns to Coral Sea Marina at around 17:00.
Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Beach Full-Day Eco Cruise with Buffet Lunch Price & Options
Highlights
- Cruise the Whitsunday Islands aboard Thundercat, a fast catamaran built for stability
- Guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout with a crew member
- Around 1.5 to 2 hours on Whitehaven Beach
- Snorkel at two spots on reefs fringing the Great Barrier Reef
- Buffet lunch plus morning and afternoon tea on board
- Bring your own alcoholic drinks, with a cool box and ice provided
What's Included
- Return transport on the Thundercat catamaran
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Full buffet lunch and snacks
- Snorkelling equipment (snorkel and mask)
- Lycra suit (summer months) or wetsuit (winter months)
- Environmental Management Charge
- Queensland Parks and Wildlife
- Fuel levy
- Bus transfers from Airlie Beach
What's Not Included
- Alcohol
- Soft drinks and water (available to buy on board for AUD 3)
Not Suitable For
- Children under 4
- Wheelchair users (not wheelchair accessible)
Child Adult Policy
- Adult ticket: ages 15 and over
- Child ticket: ages 4 to 14
- Children under 4 are not allowed on board
- Family ticket: 2 adults (15+) and 2 children (4 to 14)
Pickup Time Drop Off Time
- Free bus transfers from major Airlie Beach accommodation may be available
- Transfer details are shown on your voucher
Things To Know
- Smartphone tickets accepted
- On-board toilet and seating with back support
- The lunch menu suits most diets but cannot cater for specific dietary requirements
Starting End Point
- Meeting point: Red Cat Adventures check-in desk, Coral Sea Marina (north end), 1-3 Shingley Dr, Airlie Beach QLD 4802
- Check in at 08:00 with your voucher, 1 hour before departure
- Departure: 09:00 from Coral Sea Marina
- Return: around 17:00 to Coral Sea Marina
Cancellation Policy
- Free Cancellation: Cancel at least 48 hours before the scheduled visit to receive a refund.
- Late Cancellation: Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the scheduled visit will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
- Refund Processing Charges: Approximately 4% will be deducted from the refundable amount to cover payment gateway and refund transaction fees. These charges are not retained by JTR Holidays.
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