Top Whitehaven Beach Day Tours

Gabby Boucher

Updated Wed 31 Jan 2024

There are so many incredible Whitehaven Beach day tours that allow you to explore Australia's most beautiful beach in just a few hours! Whitehaven Beach is one of the most gorgeous places in the Whitsundays, and this remote, tropical location is surprisingly accessible. Located on Whitsunday Island, you can only visit Whitehaven Beach via boat, seaplane, or helicopter. 

If you don't want to visit Whitehaven on a guided tour, you would have to either charter a private vessel or take your own boat if you have one. Considering most visitors to the Whitsundays don't have their own boat, or maybe they don't have the money for a private charter, a guided tour is your best bet!

The Best Whitehaven Beach Day Tours

Whitehaven Beach day tours are the quickest, cheapest, and easiest ways to see the glory of this white silica sand beach. Many travelers opt for an overnight sailing tour so you can see more of the Whitsundays, and some of them are quite affordable! But if you're short on time and money, a day tour will do the trick. 

These are the best Whitehaven Beach day tours, with options departing from Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island. There are also boat tours and air tours available so you can choose whether you want to see Whitehaven from ground level or from the sky, or both!

Whitehaven Beach Day Tours From Airlie Beach - By Boat

Here are your best boat tour options for visiting Whitehaven Beach from Airlie Beach! We've included the highlights and locations of each tour, as each Whitehaven Beach day tour is slightly different. All tours visit Hill Inlet Lookout, but some tours only visit the North or the South end of the beach. Some tours even include time to visit Betty's Beach, a hidden gem!

Some tours include two snorkel locations, some include one, and some do not have snorkeling. Make sure you read each tour page in-depth before you book! But all of these have a focus on the stunning Whitehaven Beach, so you really can't go wrong!

Whitehaven Beach Day Tours From Airlie Beach - By Air

Another epic way to visit Whitehaven Beach is by seaplane or helicopter! The Whitsundays are truly stunning, with luscious, jungle-filled islands dotting the turquoise waters of the Coral Sea. A scenic flight gives you a new perspective of this beautiful corner of Australia. These flights give you an aerial view of Whitehaven Beach's swirling sands, and some also visit the impressive scenery of the Great Barrier Reef. 

Whether you just want a quick journey around the best sights, or you want to actually land on Whitehaven and have some beach time before heading back to Airlie, there is a great tour for you!

Whitehaven Beach Day Tours From Hamilton Island - By Boat

You can also visit Whitehaven Beach from Hamilton Island! Many travelers choose to base themselves on Hamilton Island instead of Airlie Beach when exploring the Whitsundays. After you've spent ample time exploring this beautiful island, a day tour to Whitehaven Beach is a must! Here are some of the top Whitehaven Beach day tours from Hamilton Island. 

Whitehaven Beach Day Tours From Hamilton Island - By Air

Last on our list of the top Whitehaven Beach day tours is the air tours from Hamilton Island! As the only island in the Whitsundays with its own major airport, you can book scenic seaplane and helicopter flights right from Hamilton Island! Soar over Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and the spectacular Great Barrier Reef. 

Is Whitehaven Beach Worth Visiting?

Whether you choose a boat tour or an air tour, or instead opt for an overnight tour, Whitehaven Beach is definitely worth visiting! It has some of the whitest, softest sand in the world and is just downright gorgeous. While visiting the Whitsunday Islands, don't miss the chance to visit the world famous Whitehaven Beach. It is sure to be a day you'll never forget!

Ready to book your perfect Whitehaven Beach day trip? Chat with us online today and our local travel experts will help you plan the ultimate Whitsunday holiday!