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Whitehaven Beach Northern Exposure Tour

Join our guided walk to the stunning views at Hill Inlet Look Out, overlooking the silica sand of Whitehaven Beach.
Whitehaven Beach Northern Exposure Tour

Highlights

  • Explore stunning Whitehaven Beach

  • All snorkel equipment provided

  • Snorkelling & beach tour

  • Visit the Northern part of Whitehaven Beach

  • Walk to Hill Inlet and enjoy the views

  • Visit 2 great snorkelling sites

This tour aims to provide some quality snorkelling experiences while also giving guests the chance to experience the incredible Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island! Departing from Airlie Beach at 8.45am, you'll be taken to a pristine inner fringing coral reef where you'll receive some personalised snorkelling instruction before being able to hit the water and witness a wonderful array of stunning soft and hard corals as well as a range of incredibly colourful fish. All snorkelling and safety equipment is provided, so even beginners will be able to make the most of their time in the water - you'll visit two separate stunning snorkel sites in total around lovely Hook Island.

Follow it up with a landing on Whitehaven Beach itself - widely considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world - where you'll get to witness its famously white sand firsthand. Join your guides for a walk to the lookout at the top of Hill Inlet for an unmatched panorama of the beach and its surrounds - be sure to bring your camera as it's a scene you'll want to treasure forever! Guests are welcome to bring their own food along for the trip, or for the reasonable extra fee of $20 an optional upgrade to enjoy a delicious tropical style lunch is available. Two great snorkelling sites, wonderful Whitehaven Beach, a cruise through vibrant waters - what more could one want in a tour?

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Inclusions

  • Cruise
  • Hotel transfers
  • Visit to Whitehaven Beach
  • Inner fringing coral reef snorkelling
  • Personalised snorkel instruction
  • All snorkelling equipment and flotation devices
  • Reef and island naturalist talks
  • Guided national park walks
  • Cake for afternoon tea

Exclusions

  • Lunch - Tropical Style Lunch is available for $20 per person on the day
  • Sunsuit/wetsuits hire is available for $8 per person on the day - free for students and pensioners
  • Prescription mask hire is available for $15 per person on the day

Highlights

  • Northern Exposure Eco-Adventure is a favourite among avid snorkellers because it is the only Whitsunday adventure which includes two DIFFERENT snorkel destinations
  • Not only that, but it includes a visit to the stunning beach at Hill Inlet, North end of Whitehaven Beach, and a guided National Park walk to the lookout above the silica sand of Whitehaven. More of the Whitsundays in one day
  • Explore the restricted area off Hill Inlet at Whitehaven Beach. Join our guided walk to the stunning views at Hill Inlet lookout, Whitsunday Island

Time

  • Tours depart daily at 8.45am and returns at 3.30pm

Location

  • Tours depart from Coral Sea Marina North (next to Sorrento Restaurant & Bar), Airlie Beach, QLD, 4802

What To Bring

  • A beach bag including a towel, hat and sand shoes
  • A sweater or jacket in the winter months to protect you from the wind and keep you warm after snorkelling
  • Cameras should be in a waterproof case or Tupperware
  • Water, soft drinks, fruit juices and chocolates are for sale on board but you are welcome to bring your own
  • If you have chosen not to have our tropical style lunch, please ensure that you bring your own as we do not visit any resorts during the day

Additional Information

  • A Chinese guide is available daily but is not guaranteed for all the boats
  • Vessel subject to change without notice
  • Public holiday surcharges apply - $20 per adult, $10 per child and $50 per family (2ad and 2ch) that is to be paid direct to the supplier on the day.

Terms And Conditions

  • Please note if you are travelling to the Whitsundays on a cruise ship, the timings of this experience do not align with the visiting cruise ship schedule

Cancellation Policy

  • Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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