Christmas and New Year's in the Whitsundays
Christmas and New Year's in the Whitsundays are one of the most fun and busiest times of the year. Full of fun activities, parties, celebrations and more, it is a sought-after holiday destination for people all over Australia and the world. For this reason, it's important to book ahead and make a plan before coming to the Whitsundays.
Overnight boat tours tend to book up first, making it challenging for those who hope to book last minute. Day tours tend to have more availability last minute as the holidays get closer, giving visitors a better chance of enjoying a day out in the Whitsundays.
You can always ask to see what is available, but below are some boats that tend to be available last minute that will still ensure you have an amazing time in the Whitsundays.
Which boats are available in December in the Whitsundays?
Whitsunday Bullet
Whitsunday Bullet is one of the speediest day boats in the Whitsundays and is the only day catamaran to offer a stop at Whitehaven Beach, snorkelling and stand-up paddleboarding. It's a great option that gives guests the chance to see all the best of the Whitsundays. It's ideal for families or those who are looking for a stable ride on the water.
Ocean Rafting: Northern Exposure & Southern Lights
Southern Cross
Hit all of the bucket list items of the Whitsundays in just a day on this lively and fun trip out to Whitehaven Beach and the reef! Sink your toes into the dazzling sands, take a dip and dive in for a snorkel over rainbow coral gardens like a real island local!
Camira Sunset & Day Sail
Renowned for her infamous lilac paint job and as the largest catamaran in Airlie, you can't miss the magic of Camira! With a capacity of 72 people, sail to Whitehaven and exquisite reef spots with the day tour, or kick back and relax on a cruisey sunset with a bottomless bar!
Southern Cross
Southern Cross offers guests the chance to experience authentic sailing on a day trip in the Whitsundays. This ex-racing boat allows for a real sailing experience, combined with a stop at Whitehaven Beach and snorkelling at one of the many amazing reefs in the Whitsundays.
Big Fury
Big Fury is another fast day trip throughout the Whitsundays Islands onboard a rafting-style boat. This tour offers guests the chance to visit Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout and one of the many stunning reefs surrounding the Whitsunday Islands.
The Whitsundays is a top destination with many people booking their trips months in advance. For this reason, many top tours will be booked out many weeks and even months ahead of their departure date. However, this doesn't mean that those booking last minute are not still able to have an amazing time in the Whitsundays.
With day tours, scenic flights, and plenty to do in Airlie Beach itself, visitors to the Whitsundays will definitely have the ultimate Christmas and New Years' celebration.
