Day Trips from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach

Be as active or as relaxed as you like with access to the Whitehaven Beach Club. After arriving on a cruise from Airlie Beach, you can choose how you want to spend your time at Whitehaven Beach. Find a spot to relax in the sun or the shade, swim in the clear turquoise sea, or grab a paddleboard for some more active fun.

Set sail for the Whitsundays on-board an authentic 62-ft gaff rigged schooner and spend the day swimming and snorkeling around the islands. Admire the famous powder-white sands of Whitehaven beach, jump off to take in the views from Hill Inlet and dine on a delicious lunch on-board. Finish your adventure snorkeling amid vibrant corals and schools of brightly colored fish and keep a look out for unique varieties like parrot fish and humphead wrasse.

Set sail for a day of swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing in the Whitsundays on this full-day tour. Cruise around the islands on a high-speed catamaran and discover the colorful underwater world of the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef as you stop at two snorkeling hotspots. Explore the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, admire dramatic coastal views on a hike to the Hill Inlet Lookout, then tuck into a delicious buffet lunch on-board (included).

Discover the highlights of the Whitsunday Islands including Hill Inlet, and Whitehaven Beach on this full-day catamaran sightseeing tour. Start your tour with bus pickup from Airlie Beach before heading out to Shute Harbour, where you’ll hop on your boat and enjoy the scenic ride out to the Whitsundays. Jump ashore and enjoy guided walks out to viewpoints and time to relax and swim on the beautiful Whitehaven Beach. Experience the beauty of the Whitsundays on this full-day cruise Go for guided hikes up to Hill Inlet and Solway Circuit viewpoints Enjoy a delicious morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea Included bus transfers from Airlie Beach to Shute Harbour

Take to the water and spend a full-day exploring the magic of the Whitsundays with your friends or family on this charter boat day trip with a personal skipper. Offering customizable experiences for up to eight people, jump on board your private speed boat and enjoy a day out in tropical paradise, discovering remote islands, snorkeling pristine coral reefs, and relaxing under palm trees on idyllic beaches.

Get off the beaten track and discover the magic of the Whitsundays with a private charter boat. Offering private tours around the islands from Whitsundays, Shute Harbour, and Airlie Beach, these half-day or full-day experiences include a personal skipper and snorkeling gear to maximize your fun above and below the waves. Perfect for groups, you can add catering for an extra deluxe adventure.

Value for Money! Offering the most time at two iconic Whitsunday locations - Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, with the best Beach BBQ in the Whitsundays! Included in fare - BBQ lunch, Stinger suits, am & pm tea, and Courtesy transfers from your accommodation. Visit both North & South Whitehaven Beaches and Hill Inlet Beach. Whitehaven Beach South for approx 2.5hrs with Beach BBQ lunch, steaks, salads etc. Choose to swim in the crystal clear waters, sunbathe, chill or take the optional hike to Whitehaven Lookout. Hill Inlet Lookout and Hill Inlet Beach for approx 2.5hrs, a spectacular view from the lookout and an awesome experience at beach level. This boat itself has indoor, semi-outdoor and rooftop seating, licensed bar and toilets. One of very few fast boats that you can move around when underway! This company is the longest running day tour to Whitehaven Beach, family operated by two Airlie Beach locals Capt. Dan and Capt. Shane, both providing Australian personal service.

Set out on a half-day catamaran tour to stunning Whitehaven Beach for swimming at this postcard–perfect slice of paradise. Considered one of the world's top beaches and the most beautiful one in the Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven Beach is a must-see in the Great Barrier Reef region. Travel in comfort from Port Airlie on a motorized catamaran with air-conditioning. Morning or afternoon tea is provided on board and your crew supplies beach activities and informative commentary along the way.

Sail through the Whitsunday Islands on a classic yacht from Airlie Beach. Sit back and relax or lend a hand with the sailing of the Lady Enid on the way to stops such as Whitehaven Beach, Betty's Beach, and Hill Inlet. Snorkel around the Island Reefs and enjoy lunch and afternoon tea between activities. During the sunset sail back to port, sip sparkling wine and munch on appetizers.

Short on time? This one-day boat tour brings you around the gorgeous Whitsunday islands, stops at picturesque Whitehaven Beach, and affords time for snorkeling the famous Great Barrier Reef. Maximize your trip on this super-fast boat that claims to be the only tour to do all of these highlights in one day. Everything is taken care of—lunch, snacks, gear—so you can just relax and create memories.

Enjoy a full day to unwind at one of the most beautiful beaches in the Whitsunday Islands: postcard–perfect Whitehaven Beach. A private boat takes away the stress of ferry timetables—keeping the trip relaxed and unrushed. Have ample free time to swim far from the crowds, enjoy beach activities, walk to Whitehaven Beach Lookout, and take a guided hike to Hill Inlet for amazing views. Protective stinger suits are provided to keep you safe, and you can refuel with the included lunch and snacks.

Discover the Whitsunday Islands on a sailing day trip from Airlie Beach. Relax and admire the views from the decks of the spacious catamaran, Camira. Swim in the turquoise water, hike to the Hill Inlet Lookout, and spend time on beautiful Whitehaven Beach. Lunch, snacks, and refreshments are included throughout the day, and both snorkeling gear and stinger suits (protection against jellyfish) are available to use.

Enjoy a full-day tour of the stunning Whitsunday Islands, traveling on a sturdy motorized raft to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Beach. Choose from two tours that offer either more snorkeling or more beach time. Gain exclusive access to secluded spots where you can snorkel around pristine coral reefs, and take a walk with your guide in the national park to a lookout point with spectacular views.