Whitehaven Beach Scenic Flight & Snorkel Adventure

FromA$553
8 hours
Airlie Beach, Australia

About this activity

Experience the Whitsundays like never before with a scenic flight over Heart Reef, guided snorkeling at Whitehaven Beach, and an exhilarating ocean rafting tour.

Highlights

  • Breathtaking aerial views of Heart Reef
  • Guided snorkeling in crystal-clear waters
  • Exploration of Whitehaven Beach's pristine sands
  • Thrilling ocean rafting through the Whitsundays
  • Expert insights from local guides

Full description

Discover the Whitsundays from a unique perspective with this action-packed adventure. Begin your day with a scenic flight offering panoramic views of the iconic Heart Reef and the expansive Great Barrier Reef. Upon landing, embark on a guided snorkeling session in the crystal-clear waters of Whitehaven Beach, home to vibrant marine life and stunning coral formations. Afterward, set off on an ocean rafting tour, navigating through the Whitsundays' picturesque islands and secluded beaches. This full-day excursion combines aerial vistas, underwater exploration, and thrilling sea adventures, ensuring an unforgettable experience in one of Australia's most beautiful regions.

Included / Excluded

  • Scenic flight over Heart Reef and Great Barrier Reef
  • Guided snorkeling at Whitehaven Beach
  • Ocean rafting tour to explore the Whitsundays
  • Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Check the weather forecast for the day of your tour to ensure optimal conditions.
  • Confirm your booking and any dietary preferences or restrictions in advance.
  • Be aware that the tour may be subject to cancellation due to adverse weather conditions.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable swimwear and bring a towel for snorkeling.
  • Apply reef-safe sunscreen to protect your skin and the environment.
  • Bring a waterproof camera to capture the stunning underwater scenes.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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 bring: swimmers, a beach bag with a towel, hat and shoes, a jacket during winter to protect you from wind and for warmth after snorkelling, camera in a waterproof case or Tupperware, cash for water, soft drinks, fruit juices and chocolates for sale on board, everything you need for the day as you will not return to your accommodation between tours.
  • Please note: For legal and safety reasons all passengers are weighed prior to boarding. Maximum per seat weight is 120 kgs. Full names and exact weights per passenger must be advised when booking due to flight weight availability.
  • Air con Airport Lounge, Cafe, Charging Port and secure lockers
  • Guaranteed window seats with big window viewing
  • Whitsunday Airport only 8 mins drive from main street of Airlie Beach

Traveler reviews

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A day well spent for a 10/10 experience

Firstly I would like to give a shout out to Arlie Beach Tourism who we booked through. Easy to deal with and a seamless process. We did the fly over Whitsunday islands and then an ocean raft out to Whitehaven beach, did a lookout walk then had lunch provided on the beach and then out to Dumbell island for some fabulous snorkeling. 10/10 experience, from the flight captain Luke to Ben the skipper and his deckies who definitely made the day more memorable. Couldn’t fault the whole day.

willbC4935MLSep 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great experience

Amazing experience. The flight is a must see, and the day was complete with the boat tour. Three different parts: snorkeling, view of Hinlett (amazing) & the beach with lunch. The staff on the boat were very nice & definitely made the atmosphere. Would recommend for sure.

Laura_vSep 21, 2026VIATOR

Absolutely Epic Day on the Whitsundays! 🌊✈️

We had an absolutely fantastic day with Ocean Rafting on the Fly & Raft Package! The day started with a scenic flight over the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef, an incredible way to see this part of Australia from above. The views were simply breathtaking! Then it was time to hit the water with Thrilla and the crew for an action-packed day of ocean rafting, snorkelling, the Hill Inlet Lookout and Whitehaven Beach. Such a great combination of adventure, nature and stunning scenery. The wind really picked up in the afternoon, creating some pretty decent waves, but the crew handled everything brilliantly. We always felt well looked after, and they did an amazing job keeping everyone safe while still keeping the atmosphere fun and energetic. A special shout-out to our skipper Hayden — what a natural! — as well as Kai, who we really enjoyed chatting with on the walk to Hill Inlet, and Tim. You guys made an already amazing day even better! Absolutely recommended if you want to experience the Whitsundays in a fun, adventurous and unforgettable way. Cheers, guys! 🤙🌴

452daleyvSep 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Epic awesome adventure

What an epic adventure with the fabulous Sasha the skipper and awesome deckhand Kai on Wipeout. Highly recommend this experience!

leaa783Sep 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR

10/100

We had an awesome time today! From the moment we were picked up to our drop off we were looked after very well! The scenic flight was breath taking! Our pilot landed better then most commercial aeroplanes, I was bit nervous for take off and landing thanks to our amazing pilot this was not a issue Big shout out to the crew on riptide today Daisy, Tamika and Gary you guys were awesome kept the spirits high and fantastic knowledge. Definitely recommend this tour 10/100

M1777ZYtanyamSep 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Please bring: swimmers, a beach bag with a towel, hat and shoes, a jacket during winter to protect you from wind and for warmth after snorkelling, camera in a waterproof case or Tupperware, cash for water, soft drinks, fruit juices and chocolates for sale on board, everything you need for the day as you will not return to your accommodation between tours. Please note: For legal and safety reasons all passengers are weighed prior to boarding. Maximum per seat weight is 120 kgs. Full names and exact weights per passenger must be advised when booking due to flight weight availability. Air con Airport Lounge, Cafe, Charging Port and secure lockers Guaranteed window seats with big window viewing Whitsunday Airport only 8 mins drive from main street of Airlie Beach