07 4914 2425

Driftwood Tours: Sunrise With Kangaroos

FROM: $155
10
FOR AGES
7 years+

Departure Times

Departs: 3:00am - 4:00am (vary based on time of year) - Daily
Returns: 10:00am - 11:00am (vary based on time of year) - Daily

Pricing Options

$130 AUD / Person - Child (Between: 25 Sep 2024 and 31 Aug 2025)
$155 AUD / Person - Adult 16+ (Between: 25 Sep 2024 and 31 Aug 2025)

Wake up early and watch kangaroos frolic in the sunrise at Cape Hillsborough!

  • 7-hour tour with a knowledgeable local guide
  • Head to the beautiful Cape Hillsborough for sunrise
  • Watch kangaroos and wallabies feed and play on the beach
  • Small group tour with a maximum of 8 people
  • Winner of the Whitsunday Tourism Awards Best New Tour Company 2023! 

If you have a free morning during your time in Airlie Beach, why not make the most of it? This Sunrise with Kangaroos tour hosted by Driftwood Tours will provide you with a magical morning in Tropical North Queensland. Wake up early and hop into the 11-seat air-conditioned van and head for Cape Hillsborough!

After arriving at this serene local spot, watch the sunrise over the ocean and enjoy the natural beauty. During the early mornings, the Cape Hillsborough beach is often frequented by kangaroos and wallabies! With the help of the National Park Rangers, these adorable creatures will feed and frolic over the sandy shores. You'll find yourself beaming for the rest of the day after watching a tropical beach sunrise in Australia in the company of kangaroos!

Features

  • 7 hour tour duration
  • All transport included
  • 11-sea bus with air conditioning
  • Neck pillow and blanket provided
  • Passionate and experienced local tour guide
  • Visit the beautiful Cape Hillsborough
  • Watch the sunrise on the beach
  • See Eastern Grey Kangaroos and Wallabies
  • Watch National Park Rangers feed the animals
  • Incredible photo opportunities
  • Breakfast included
  • Small group tour

sunrise kangaroos

Sample Itinerary

Show Less

3:00am / 4:00am: Departure from Airlie Beach

Set your alarm clock and get ready for an early rise! The tour departs between 3am and 4am, depending on the time of year. You'll hop into the Driftwood Bus, a comfortable, 11-seat vehicle with air conditioning. Drive about 1.5 hours south of Airlie Beach to a stunning, secluded national park filled with beaches and wildlife. 

Driftwood Bus

Cape Hillsborough Nati...

Read More

3:00am / 4:00am: Departure from Airlie Beach

Set your alarm clock and get ready for an early rise! The tour departs between 3am and 4am, depending on the time of year. You'll hop into the Driftwood Bus, a comfortable, 11-seat vehicle with air conditioning. Drive about 1.5 hours south of Airlie Beach to a stunning, secluded national park filled with beaches and wildlife. 

Driftwood Bus

Cape Hillsborough National Park

Around 5am, you'll arrive at Cape Hillsborough National Park. This gem of tropical north Queensland is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Australia. Cape Hillsborough is famous for its sunrises! You'll have plenty of time to relax, stroll on the sandy shores, and soak in all the insider knowledge, history, and culture from your local guide. 

Cape Hillsborough is also famous for its healthy population of Eastern Grey Kangaroos and Wallabies! Watch these native Aussie marsupials hop around on the beach as the sun comes up. The National Park Rangers will be there to help feed the kangaroos and answer your questions. Because these kangaroos and wallabies are used to humans, they won't be scared of you and they will come quite close! Enjoy the morning sun, admire these charismatic Australian creatures, and cherish every moment of this magical morning!

Morning Tea and Return to Airlie Beach

After the sunrise, you'll be treated to a morning tea in the national park. This is a great time to get to know your local guide and learn some info about the area! Shortly after, you'll board the bus and head back to Airlie Beach. The tour duration is approximately 7 hours in total. 

kangaroos on beach at sunrise

More Information

Show Less

What To Bring

  • Water bottle
  • Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
  • Fully charged camera
  • Sneakers for a bushwalk
  • Additional snacks and beverages if you wish

What's Included

  • 7 hour tour from Airlie Beach to Cape Hillsborough
  • All transport
  • Neck pillow and blanket
  • Experienced local guide
  • Breakfast
  • Unbelievable photo opportunities 

Note: This tour requires at least 24 hours notice. Exact tour times may vary depending on season and sunrise time. 

W...

Read More

What To Bring

  • Water bottle
  • Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
  • Fully charged camera
  • Sneakers for a bushwalk
  • Additional snacks and beverages if you wish

What's Included

  • 7 hour tour from Airlie Beach to Cape Hillsborough
  • All transport
  • Neck pillow and blanket
  • Experienced local guide
  • Breakfast
  • Unbelievable photo opportunities 

Note: This tour requires at least 24 hours notice. Exact tour times may vary depending on season and sunrise time. 

What's Extra

  • Any purchases you wish to make along the way (coffee, etc.)

Terms and Conditions

Important Information

The minimum age is 7 years. 


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 a minimum age for this tour?

Yes, the minimum age is 7 years. 

What is included?

As it's an early morning drive to get to Cape Hillsborough for sunrise, a comfy neck pillow and blanket are included for the drive! Entry to the national park and a hearty breakfast are included in addition to all transport and a local guide.

What is the departure time?

To make the most of the sunrise, the depart times vary depending on the time of year. Departure time will be between 3am and 4am, but you can confirm this with Driftwood Tours after booking!

What footwear should we wear?

Please wear sneakers as there is a short bushwalk. 

Jayme
Click To Chat

WE ARE READY TO HELP YOU

  • Our experts are Based in Airlie Beach
  • We can build packages to save you $$$
  • Whitsundays biggest boat cooperative

Quick Enquiry

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Support From Aussies

Our friendly team of local travel experts are available 24/7. Reach us by phone, live chat or email and talk to an experienced agent every time!

Secure Payment

Book seamlessly with confidence. All payments made through Sailing Whitsundays are encrypted, safe and secure to safeguard your privacy.

Best Prices

Get the best deal on your Aussie experience with Sailing Whitsundays. With our price-beat guarantee, do more for less and save on your next adventure.

BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE