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From Airlie: Whitsundays and Whitehaven Half-Day Cruise

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Highlights

  • Choose either a morning or afternoon departure
  • Scenic Cruise through the Whitsunday Islands
  • Up to 2 hours at the southern end of Whitehaven Beach
  • Generous morning or afternoon tea
  • Explore and relax on the pristine white silica sand of Whitehaven stretch

About this experience

Cruise through the picture-perfect isles of the Whitsunday Islands and spend two hours on the dazzling Whitehaven Beach sand, swimming, or just relaxing on the shore on a boat tour from Airlie.

What to expect

Cruise to Whitehaven Beach on this cruise. Depart early in the morning on a high-speed vessel for a cruise through the Whitsunday Islands and be the first on the beach. Alternatively, depart later in the day and enjoy a sunset cruise home.

Board the Whitehaven vessel for the scenic cruise to the magnificent beach, with a brief pick-up stop at Daydream and Hamilton Island to collect more guests.
Enjoy morning or afternoon tea. Your cruise vessel has expansive seating areas inside and out and your skipper will provide an informative commentary on the history and natural wonders of the area.

Sit back, breathe in the sea air, sip a wine or beer, and marvel at the 74 Island Wonders of the Whitsundays, starting with views of Passage Peak and the Pentecost Island. The waters of Solway Passage lead you to Whitehaven Beach, a must-see in the Whitsundays.

Prepare to be dazzled by the breathtaking beauty and vivid white sand of Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island. This uninhabited island is one of Australia's true gems. Wander along the beach to your own secluded stretch, laze on the sand, or cool off in the azure waters.

After spending some time at the Southern end of Whitehaven Beach, make the beautiful journey back to Airlie Beach.

- Scenic return cruise through the Whitsundays, with up to 2 hours on Whitehaven Beach (stopping at Daydream Island and Hamilton Island to collect more guests)
- Self guided walk to Whitehaven Beach Lookout
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Beach games
- Protective stinger suits
**Please note this tour does not go to Hill Inlet**

Things to note

  • Sun hat
  • Camera
  • Towel
  • Jacket
  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen

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