Whitehaven Beach Rafting Adventure
About this activity
Highlights
- Raft to Whitehaven Beach's pristine sands
- Snorkel in vibrant coral reefs
- Enjoy a beachside tropical lunch
- Explore secluded snorkeling spots
- Witness breathtaking coastal views
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided rafting tour to Whitehaven Beach
- Snorkeling at secret locations
- Tropical-style lunch on the beach
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Explore the Whitsunday Islands in one day, snorkelling at special fringing reef locations and the enjoying the ultimate access to Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach.
Check in at Ocean Rafting's office at Coral Sea Marina or take advantage of a courtesy transfer from your accommodation.
Experience world famous Whitehaven Beach and the beautiful swirling sands of Hill Inlet at the northern end of Whitehaven Beach.
Ocean Rafting offers the ultimate access to Hill Inlet beaches and lookout. Enjoy a guided walk to Hill Inlet lookout for photo opportunities of the famous view!
Experience world famous Whitehaven Beach and the beautiful swirling sands of Hill Inlet at the northern end of Whitehaven Beach.
Multi award winning Ocean Rafting visits the “Wild Side” of the Whitsunday Islands, the uninhabited islands with beautiful natural scenery brimming with marine, bird and animal life. There are two exciting tour options, the Northern Exposure and Southern Lights. Each Ocean Rafting day offers three days in one, including an exhilarating ride to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, pristine snorkelling reefs and guided Whitsunday Island National Parks walks. Ocean Rafting offers the ultimate access to the stunning and iconic Hill Inlet beach and special snorkel sites at Hook Island and Border Island ensure a memorable underwater experience. The semi rigid inflatable vessels are super fast allowing guests to experience a fun ride, adventure and education amongst the natural beauty of the Whitsundays. 32 passengers at most allows for personal snorkelling lessons and the pleasure of a small group. A buffet style lunch is served at the beach with plenty of time to swim in the turquoise ocean or just relax on the silica white sand. Ocean Rafting has been operating since 1997 and is proud to have special permits allowing its vessels to visit protected areas in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The Skipper and Eco Host will ensure guests have a fun filled adventure and personalised service with snorkel lessons and a guided National Park walk in the Whitsunday Islands. Tours depart from Coral Sea Marina North and courtesy coach pickups are included. -------------------- ITINERARY -------------------- Northern Exposure Explore the swirling sands of Hill Inlet beaches, lunch time in Hill Inlet, two snorkel destinations and Hill Inlet Lookout. This tour offers the ride of your life to experience unparalleled access to Hill Inlet Beaches at North Whitehaven where you will spend an hour relaxing on the beach. Join your guide on a bushwalk for breathtaking views at Hill Inlet Lookout. Snorkel two pristine fringing coral reefs around Hook Island, home to an array of tropical fish, turtles and other amazing marine life. Southern Lights Enjoy both ends and lunch time at world famous Whitehaven Beach, one snorkelling destination and Hill Inlet Lookout. Experience an exhilarating ride to the white silica sands of Whitehaven Beach, enjoying approximately two hours relaxing at South Whitehaven and a guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout to view the spectacular shifting white silica sands. View pristine coral reefs at a top Whitsunday snorkel site, offering amazing marine life encounters in uncrowded locations.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; cancellations may occur due to severe weather.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable swimwear and bring a towel.
- Bring a waterproof camera to capture underwater moments.
- Apply reef-safe sunscreen to protect the environment.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Please back in a small bag swimwear, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, refillable water bottle and comfortable walking shoes
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Traveler reviews
Fabulous ocean rafting
Our family had a fabulous day with ocean rafting tours and our brilliant guides Bernie and Cai who were professional , fun and knowledgable about the area . The rafting was fun and fast which gave us more time for snorkelling and enjoying Whitehaven . The food provided was delicious and plenty to keep up our energy for the full day of activities . This trip was the highlight of of trip to the Whitsundays .
Brilliant tour
Absolutely brilliant tour, I did the above tour on the Wipeout boat on 3 July 26 Our host/guide was Paige and she was so fun and knowledgeable, Super accomodating and showed a real care for her customers on board! Heath the driver was so much fun! Great team together, they really bounced off of each other and made the tour so much fun! Would suggest you take a spray jacket though as it got a little chilly being wet from snorkelling on the boat ride home!
A Whitsundays Adventure to Remember! 🌴☀️
What an absolutely unforgettable day with #oceanrafting! If you're looking for the ultimate Whitsundays experience, #flyraft is the way to do it. From start to finish, everything was perfectly organised, and every moment exceeded expectations. The snorkeling was simply breathtaking. The water was so crystal clear that it felt like swimming in an aquarium, surrounded by an incredible variety of colourful and fascinating fish. One of the highlights was seeing a magnificent 150-year-old giant clam up close; an experience I'll never forget. Whitehaven Beach was every bit as stunning as the photos, if not even more beautiful. The pristine white sand and turquoise water made it feel like paradise. A huge shout-out to our skipper, Ben, and deckhand, Cooper. They were genuinely next level. Friendly, personable, highly entertaining and incredibly professional, they made sure everyone felt comfortable and catered for, regardless of experience or confidence in the water. Lunch was delicious! I was especially impressed by Cooper. For someone so young, he was exceptionally knowledgeable, informative, personable and remarkably mature. He was a real credit to the team and helped make the day even more enjoyable. Thank you for such an amazing experience. I couldn't recommend #oceanrafting and #flyraft more highly. We'll definitely be back! #lovewhitsundays Megan & Craig Barrett Laidley QLD
It was a lot of fun. The...
It was a lot of fun. The snorkeling depends a bit on the weather. Lunch was good, although we thought it a bit odd that no drinks were included in the price. We understand alcohol and soda, but at least complimentary water with lunch would have been nice.
Amazing crew, fun adventure, and a day we will not forget
We absolutely loved Ocean Rafting Southern Lights from the moment we were picked up. Paige was amazing and drove us from the caravan park to the marina, giving us clear instructions on what to do next. That was where we met Gary, who took us aside, explained the wetsuits, and helped size us up. Then, lo and behold, both Paige and Gary ended up being our deckies on the boat! That was also where we met Ben, our skipper. Gary and Paige made an effort to build rapport with my kids straight away, which my 12-year-old especially loved. The weather was not great that day, with lots of clouds and some rain, but they still made the experience so much fun. The boat is fast, and my kids were getting hit by the rain, which can sting a little. Paige kindly offered my daughter a jacket to help protect her, which was really thoughtful. Gary was very entertaining with his antics, Paige was lovely and funny, and Ben was a fantastic skipper. From walking to the inlet, to snorkelling, and everything in between, Gary, Ben, and Paige were amazing. I loved this company, and these three made the whole experience even more special. Highly recommend Ocean Rafting Southern Lights!
