Ocean Rafting Southern Lights All-Inclusive

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Get wet and wild in the Whitsundays on Ocean Rafting's action-packed day tour - the ultimate island adventure for all ages!
- Soak up the sun on both South and North ends of Whitehaven Beach
- Snorkel amongst colourful coral reefs and unique marine species
- Enjoy exclusive access to Hill Inlet's dreamy silica sands
- Embark on a fascinating bushwalk around Whitsunday Island up to the beautiful Hill Inlet Lookout
Southern Lights: 2 Beach Visits + 1 Snorkel Spot
For more snorkelling time - Northern Exposure
This all-inclusive tour covers your lunch and stinger suit/ wetsuit hire
For this tour without the above inclusions - Southern Lights
Ocean Rafting promises the trip of a lifetime on its electrifying tour through the Whitsunday Islands, squeezing dreamy beach visits, awesome snorkelling, island exploration, and a delicious tropical lunch break into one epic day!
This multi-award-winning boat tour cruises through the pristine blue Whitsunday waters at top speed and boasts exclusive access to the fabulous Hill Inlet on Whitsunday Island - including its picture-perfect beach! This All-Inclusive ticket also covers a delicious tropical packed lunch for you to enjoy on Whitehaven Beach, and a wetsuit / stinger suit hire, should you need one.
Highlights
- Spend up to 2 hours at the famous Whitehaven Beach
- Enjoy a 1 hour of snorkelling stop
- Explore the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
- Exclusive permit access to ALL areas of Hill Inlet
- Guided national park walks
- Visit the North and South end of Whitehaven
- All snorkel equipment and flotation devices provided
- Includes delicious tropical lunch
- Includes stinger suit/ wetsuit hire
- Learn about the Reef and Whitsunday Island from an expert guide naturalist
- Whale-watching opportunities (June - October)
- Courtesy bus pick-up and drop-off included to/from local accommodation
- As a multi-award winner, Ocean Rafting is dedicated to both preserving the Great Barrier Reef and supporting our tourism industry!
The Southern Lights tour focuses on Whitehaven Beach and visits both ends of the world-famous shorelines! For a tour with more snorkelling focus, check out Ocean Rafting's Northern Exposure tour.
Your Ocean Rafting - Southern Lights Experience
Ocean Rafting's All-Inclusive Southern Lights tour takes its guests out for the tropical adventure of a lifetime, cruising at high speeds along the turquoise Whitsunday waters to cater to an action-packed itinerary. Visit world-renowned destinations of Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island!
After seeing the mirages of Hill Inlet's swirling silica sands and clear lagoons from the picture-perfect Lookout, and spending plenty of time soaking up the sun on both ends of the beautiful beach, venture into the vibrant fringing reefs for a snorkel stop! A fun-filled day for all ages, this tour takes in all the Whitsundays has to offer at high speeds!
Ocean Rafting is also available for Private Charter.
Important Notes
- Schoolies Special - You will be required to show your Official Schoolies ID at check-in
- This tour has the option to depart and return to Daydream Island, please refer to Ocean Rafting - Southern Lights ex DDI.
- Queensland Public Holidays: A public holiday surcharge of $20 per adult, $10 per child and $50 per family (2ad and 2ch) will apply to Queensland public holidays, please view "Whats Extra" for more information.
Sample Itinerary
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Depart Airlie Beach
Ocean Rafting's Southern Lights tour departs from the Coral Sea Marina in Airlie Beach at 10:00 am. Courtesy pick-ups are included for guests from local accommodations between 8:45 am and 9:30 am.
Whitehaven Beach
Your day trip ventures to both the southern and northern ends of Whitehaven Beach. On the south end, bask in the tropical sunshine, swim in the turquoise waters, ...
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Depart Airlie Beach
Ocean Rafting's Southern Lights tour departs from the Coral Sea Marina in Airlie Beach at 10:00 am. Courtesy pick-ups are included for guests from local accommodations between 8:45 am and 9:30 am.
Whitehaven Beach
Your day trip ventures to both the southern and northern ends of Whitehaven Beach. On the south end, bask in the tropical sunshine, swim in the turquoise waters, and enjoy some free time on the white silica sands. Then venture to the north end of Whitehaven Beach where you can join the guided bushwalk to Hill Inlet Lookout. Admire the panoramic views and snap some photos that you will cherish forever!
Snorkelling
The Southern Lights tour includes one snorkel spot. The crew will pick the best reef site for the conditions that day, ensuring you get optimal visibility! Snorkel amongst the vibrant corals of the fringing Great Barrier Reef, and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife such as sea turtles, tropical fish, or reef sharks.
Tour Map
The Southern Lights tour follows the orange coloured path around the Whitsunday Islands.
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What To Bring
- A beach bag including a towel, hat, and sand shoes.
- A sweater or jacket in the winter months to protect you from the wind and keep you warm after snorkelling.
- Cameras should be in a waterproof case or Tupperware.
- Your lunch is included in this all-inclusive ticket, but feel free to bring along extra snacks if you wish.
- A sense of humour is always welcome!
What's Included
- A tropical packed lunch and stinger suit/ wetsuit...
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What To Bring
- A beach bag including a towel, hat, and sand shoes.
- A sweater or jacket in the winter months to protect you from the wind and keep you warm after snorkelling.
- Cameras should be in a waterproof case or Tupperware.
- Your lunch is included in this all-inclusive ticket, but feel free to bring along extra snacks if you wish.
- A sense of humour is always welcome!
What's Included
- A tropical packed lunch and stinger suit/ wetsuit hire
- Marine park Fees
- Guided walks and talks in national parks
- Snorkelling gear - mask, snorkel, and fins
- Courtesy transfers to/from select local accommodations
What's Extra
- Prescription Mask Hire - $20
- Water
- Soft Drinks/Juice
- Beer/Cider
- Chocolate
*Your "All-Inclusive" ticket includes lunch and sunsuit/wetsuit hire only. Drinks, chocolate, and prescription mask hire still cost extra.
Queensland Public Holidays: The following days incur a public holiday surcharge of $20 per adult, $10 per child and $50 per family (2ad and 2ch).
2025
- 18 April 25 – Good Friday
- 19 April 25 – Easter Saturday
- 20 April 25 – Easter Sunday
- 21 April 25 – Easter Monday
- 25 April 25 – Anzac Day
- 05 May 25 – Labour Day
- 20 June 25 – Show Whitsundays
- 06 October 25 – King’s Birthday
- 25 December 25 – Christmas Day (CLOSED)
- 26 December 25 – Boxing Day
2026
- 01 January 26 – New Year’s Day
- 26 January 26 – Australia Day
- 03 April 26 – Good Friday
- 04 April 26 – Easter Saturday
- 05 April 26 – Easter Sunday
- 06 April 26 – Easter Monday
- 25 April 26 – Anzac Day
- 04 May 26 – Labour Day
- *Still to be announced* – Show Whitsundays
- 05 October 26 – King’s Birthday
- 25 December 26 – Christmas Day (CLOSED)
- 26 December 26 – Boxing Day
- 28 December 26 – Boxing Day public holiday
Terms and Conditions
Important Information:
Minimum age for travelling on Ocean Rafting is 6 months old (weather depending).
Ocean Rafting may use photographs of clients in promotional material, including but not limited to social media. If you do not consent please advise Ocean Rafting.
If you have booked the Schoolies special, you will need to show your 2023 Schoolies ID and wristband upon check-in.
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.
Transfers:
The Service Operator reserves the right to limit courtesy transfers to select local accommodations. Private residences or Airbnb properties may be asked to meet at the closest confirmed location. Failure to meet at the specified pick-up location may be treated as “No Show”, for which the Client Cancellation Policy applies.
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:
No shows or client cancellations made after 7pm, the day prior to departure, forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
Sailing Whitsundays are required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period. It is your responsibility to make sure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during standard business hours (9am-5pm), to allow us to contact the tour provider.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in my All-Inclusive ticket?
Your All Inclusive ticket covers your tour, your transfer to and from your accommodation, a tropical packed lunch, and stinger suit/ wet suit hire.
You will still be required to pay for drinks on board.
What is the difference between Ocean Rafting’s Southern and Northern tours?
On the Southern Lights tour, you will visit one snorkelling location, Hill Inlet lookout and both the north and south end of Whitehaven Beach. Whereas, the Northern Exposure tour will take you to two snorkelling locations, Hill Inlet and just the north end of Whitehaven Beach.
Can I get a transfer to and from my accommodation?
Yes, courtesy transfers are available from select accommodations. Please ensure you request a transfer if you need one at the time of booking.
Where do I meet for the tour?
Meeting point will be at the Coral Sea Marina. You will need to check-in at the Ocean Rafting office located at the marina.
Can I bring my own alcohol?
No, as there is alcohol available on board to purchase. Just ensure you bring your card or cash as you will need to fix it up at the end of the tour.
Is there a toilet on board?
Yes, despite the boat being fairly small, there is in fact a toilet on board!
What is the minimum age for this tour?
The minimum age requirement for travelling on Ocean Rafting tours is 6 Months Old.