Driftwood Tours: Cape Gloucester and Dingo Beach
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See a more local side of the Whitsundays with a day trip to Cape Gloucester and Dingo Beach!
- Soak in the sun in Cape Gloucester Resort and Dingo Beach
- Experienced and friendly local guide
- Free time to eat, drink, swim, sunbathe, and relax
- Travel to and from Cape Gloucester in an air-conditioned mini-bus
- Gold Winner of Best New Tour at the Whitsunday Tourism Awards!
Driftwood Tours offers some of the best land-based tours from Airlie Beach so you can see a new side of Tropical North Queensland! After making the most of the Whitsundays with snorkelling and sailing, consider an excursion with Driftwood Tours to explore the less-touristy side of Airlie Beach and the surrounding areas.
This day trip to Cape Gloucester and Dingo Beach offers travellers the chance to get away from the crowds and spend the day at a top-rated resort. With incredible food, delicious drinks, live music, water views, beach access, and a relaxing swimming pool, Cape Gloucester has everything you may need for a relaxing getaway in paradise.
Features
- Day trip from Airlie Beach to Cape Gloucester
- Visit the beautiful Dingo Beach
- 7-hour tour that departs daily
- Travel in an air-conditioned bus with your local guide
- Drive through the countryside and admire the tropical scenery
- Intimate experience with only 10 passengers allowed for each tour
- Spend the day at Cape Gloucester Resort
- Swim, sunbathe, or stroll on the beach
- Pool access and beach access
- Plenty of food, drinks, and live music to enjoy
- A laid-back tour that allows you to spend the day however you choose
- Visit a less-touristy area in Queensland
Escape the crowds of Airlie Beach and slip into holiday mode at Cape Gloucester and Dingo Beach!
This tour is also available for Private Charter! Speak with one of our local experts here to find out more!
Sample Itinerary
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09:00 am - Depart From Airlie Beach
Get ready for a beautiful day! You'll depart Airlie Beach around 09:00 am. Hop into your 11-seat, air-conditioned Driftwood Tours bus and meet your local guide. As you head towards Cape Gloucester, you can learn about the local area from your guide as you wind through lush green mountains and sprawling fields of sugar cane. After a scenic and leisurely 45-min...
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09:00 am - Depart From Airlie Beach
Get ready for a beautiful day! You'll depart Airlie Beach around 09:00 am. Hop into your 11-seat, air-conditioned Driftwood Tours bus and meet your local guide. As you head towards Cape Gloucester, you can learn about the local area from your guide as you wind through lush green mountains and sprawling fields of sugar cane. After a scenic and leisurely 45-minute journey, you will arrive at your destination for the day: Cape Gloucester!
Enjoy Cape Gloucester
Cape Gloucester is a tiny coastal town just north of Airlie Beach. Spend the afternoon doing whatever you please! Cape Gloucester Resort is a treasured local hangout spot. Here you can use the swimming pool, sip cocktails, order food, listen to live music, and mingle with other travelers and locals. You can also go for a stroll on the secluded beaches, snap some photos of the surrounding Coral Sea and islands, and just relax while admiring the vibrant tropical views. A visit to Cape Gloucester allows you sit back, relax, and live your best life in the Whitsundays!
Visit Dingo Beach
Dingo Beach is a hidden gem that not many visitors to the region know about. The sandy beach is the perfect place for a refreshing dip. Spend your time strolling along the golden shores, laying in the sun or playing in the ocean. Keep your eyes peeled for marine life like turtles which can often be spotted along the beach! There is also a safe enclosed area for swimming during stinger season.
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What To Bring
- Refillable water bottle
- Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Dry change of clothes
- Camera
- Cash or card for food and drink purchases
What's Included
- 7-hour tour from Airlie Beach to Cape Gloucester
- Transport in an air-conditioned bus
- Visit to Cape Gloucester Resort with pool access, beach access, and live music
- Snacks (morning tea)
- Water refills
What's Extra
- Lunch
- Soft drinks
- Any purchases you wish to make at Cape G...
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What To Bring
- Refillable water bottle
- Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Dry change of clothes
- Camera
- Cash or card for food and drink purchases
What's Included
- 7-hour tour from Airlie Beach to Cape Gloucester
- Transport in an air-conditioned bus
- Visit to Cape Gloucester Resort with pool access, beach access, and live music
- Snacks (morning tea)
- Water refills
What's Extra
- Lunch
- Soft drinks
- Any purchases you wish to make at Cape Gloucester Resort (food, drinks, etc.)
Terms and Conditions
Please reconfirm your booking directly with Driftwood Tours:
- Phone: 0413 234 524
- Email: cherene@driftwoodtours.com.au
Your Responsibilities
Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel, and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.
It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers are correct.
It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and vessel check-in agent before boarding of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.
You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time.
Prices/Extra Costs
All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. Surcharges over peak holiday seasons may apply.
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.
We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.
Travel Risk/Insurance
It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances.
Merchant Fees
Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.
Other
Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) are subject to change. The most recent versions can be found online on the relevant product pages.
All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.
Open Date Vouchers / Gift Certificate:
Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value.
E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees.
You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.
Cancellations
Client Cancellations
All cancellations forfeit 25% of the recommended retail price (RRP) - not the discounted/sale price. No shows or client cancellations made within 21 days of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee.
It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to admin@mr-travel.com. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.
Supplier Cancellations
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.
In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Sailing Whitsundays retail outlet located Airlie Beach, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Mr Travel online department.
Refunds
All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.
Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.
You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.
Accountability/Misconduct
All Service Operators have the right to provide client feedback and to cancel bookings based off of feedback from other Service Operators.
Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.
Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.
Thank you for booking with our East-Coast travel experts here at Mr Travel/Sailing Whitsundays. If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an age restriction?
This tour is suitable for anyone ages 4 and above.
How many people are on this tour?
The tour takes 10 people max, so you can enjoy a small-group experience without many crowds!
What is the transport like?
You will travel from Airlie Beach to Cape Gloucester and Dingo Beach in a comfy, air-conditioned van.
What can we do at Cape Gloucester Resort?
Cape Gloucester Resort is a gem of the Whitsundays mainland. You can purchase food or drinks from the excellent restaurant, access the resort pool, listen to live music, or walk onto the beach and enjoy the sunshine.
Is any food included?
A morning tea with light snacks and drinking water is included. Lunch and any other drinks or snacks you wish to purchase at the resort are at your own expense.
Are accommodation pick-ups offered?
Yes, the bus will pick you up at your accommodation in Airlie Beach!
What is accessibility like on this tour?
This tour is not wheelchair accessible, but it is pushchair accessible and service animals are allowed.