Rafting

Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Snorkel and Hill Inlet Tour with Hotel Transfers

Name: Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Snorkel and Hill Inlet Tour with Hotel Transfers
Start: 2026-08-06T07:00:00
End: 2026-08-06T14:45:00
Location: Airlie Beach

Operator: Ocean Rafting

This full-day tour from Airlie Beach offers two choices: Northern Exposure for more snorkelling or Southern Lights for extra beach time, both packed with adventure.

Explore the reef and rainforest with guided National Park walks and expert talks on marine life and island ecology throughout your day.

Snorkel vibrant inner fringing reefs around Hook Island, guided by experts to spot colourful fish, giant clams, and technicolour coral gardens.

Want some stunning aerial views? You can upgrade to a 60-minute scenic flight to see the Whitsundays, including Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach, from the sky.

Fun fact: Hill Inlet’s swirling sands are created by the tidal flow mixing silica sand with the surrounding turquoise water—one of the most photographed views in Australia.

Full-day cruise from Airlie Beach

Guided National Park walk

Snorkelling at Border Island (inner fringing reef) with personalised instruction (Southern Lights tour)

Snorkelling at Mantaray Bay and Maureens Cove (inner fringing reefs) with personalised instruction (Northern Exposure tour)

Reef and island naturalist talks by expert guides

Round-trip bus transfers

Stinger suit, snorkelling equipment & flotation devices

60-minute reef and island scenic flight with guaranteed window seats (based on selected option)

Tropical lunch pack (based on selected option)

Wetsuits (available to rent at a small fee)

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (additional cost)

Snacks (additional cost)

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Adrian G
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Hannelore M
Couple
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Apr 2026
Raphael F
Solo
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Dec 2025
Elisia N
Family
Verified booking
Aug 2023
We had the most AMAZING day with Ocean Rafting on The Northern Exposure tour. Our crew, Dave and Jessie, were knowledgeable and great fun. Whitehaven and Hill Inlet were breathtaking. Snorkelling spot...wow...so many fish. Lunch packs were great value and convenient. Would highly recommend and we will do again when back in Airlie.
Rachit S
Group
Verified booking
Nov 2024

What to bring

Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hats, & sunscreen

Beach bag with swimwear & towels

Camera with waterproof case

Jacket

Weather-appropriate clothing

Reusable water bottle

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Not suitable for pregnant women and guests with heart problems, back problems, or other serious medical conditions.

Additional information

Snorkelling is a physical activity. You must be a confident swimmer and have a certain level of fitness to participate.

Refreshments can be purchased on the boat. Please carry cash to purchase them if you wish.

Sunsuits and wetsuits are available to rent at a small fee.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your experience to avoid any delays.

Boarding Point

Board your cruise at Coral Sea Marina North (formerly Abell Point Marina), Airlie Beach.

Address: 1-3 Shingley Dr, Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia.

Northern Exposure Tour: 8:45am departure.

Southern Lights Tour: 10am departure.

Note: Courtesy coach pick-ups are available from local accommodation houses from 7:45am to 8:15am for the Northern Exposure tour and from 8:45am to 9:30am for the Southern Lights tour.

Get Directions to Coral Sea Marina North

Validity

This ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout.