Whitehaven Beach Day Cruises

Enjoy relaxing on the pure white sand of Whitehaven Beach. You can walk along the seven kilometer stretch of natural silica sand, partake in beach activities, swim in crystal clear water or lay back and read a good book. There is no better place to unwind then finding your own slice of paradise and feeling the ocean breeze sweep over you as your body melts into the sand.

Picturesque Whitehaven Beach is one of the Whitsundays premier natural attractions - seven kilometers (five miles) of glistening white silica sand complemented by crystal clear waters. Located on Whitsunday Island, the largest island in the region, Whitehaven Beach is fully protected and uninhabited due to its National and Marine Park status. Its shallows are graced by various species of turtles, and these ancient creatures are often sighted during daily visits.

Swim in the crystal clear waters, take a leisurely walk along the pristine beach, join in the beach games or just relax and soak up the sunshine.

If you are feeling a little adventurous you have the option (at your own expense) to take a guided "Solway Walk". Starting from Whitehaven Beach, this one-way circuit winds uphill to a natural rock platform giving spectacular views over Solway Passage and the surrounding Whitsunday Islands.

Choose between a half-day Whitehaven Beach Cruise or a full-day two island Whitehaven Beach via Hamilton Island cruise. Visit cosmopolitan Hamilton Island, the largest island resort in the South Pacific which boasts an exciting mix of things to see and do including seven pools, boutiques, galleries, bars, a number of restaurants, over 40 optional activities, walking trails and a koala and wildlife gallery before heading for the highlight, spectacular Whitehaven Beach.

Schedule details

Whitehaven Beach Day Cruises

Departure Dates:

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Departure Point:

Half-day cruise

• Jetty, Front Street, Hamilton Island.

Two-island cruise

• Cruise departs from Shute Harbour

Departure Time:

Half-day Cruise
• Boarding at 11:30am (BBQ Lunch served) and Departure at 12:00 noon

Two-island Cruise

• 8:05am

Pricing information

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Tour options:

Additional information

Whitehaven Beach Day Cruises

Inclusions:

• Commentary from experienced crew
• Island cruise a large air-conditioned catamaran
• BBQ lunch and afternoon tea on board vessel
• Beach activities
• Complimentary tea and coffee
• Environmental Management Charge (Reef tax)
• Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)

Additional Information:

• Confirmation for this cruise will be received at time of booking, unless booking within 7 days of travel date. In this case, confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
• Two-island cruise option- Shute Harbour is approximately 20 minutes drive from Airlie Beach. If driving, parking facilities are available at Shute Harbour, please allow sufficient time for driving and parking if no transfers are required.
• Half Day Whitehaven Beach Cruise option is ONLY valid for guests staying on Hamilton Island.
• Solway Walk is at a cost of $5 per person and payable on board the vessel. A reasonable level of fitness is required as you will be traversing uneven surfaces and walking up sand dunes

Itinerary:

BBQ Lunch Menu

Gourmet burgers cooked on the barbecue with a selection of salads and condiments

• Angus beef burger
• Flame grilled chicken burger
• Vegetarian patties

Afternoon Tea

• Chocolate Cake
• Tropical Fruit Platter
• Tea and Coffee

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Local Operator Information:

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