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Ocean Rafting - Southern Lights From Daydream Island

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Departure Times

Departs: 10:15 am - Daily
Returns: 4:00 pm - Daily

Departure Point: Daydream Island

Pricing Options

$0 AUD / Person - Infant (13 - 23 months) (Between: 01 Jun 2020 and 31 Mar 2026)
$0 AUD / Person - Infant (6 - 12 months) (Between: 01 Jun 2020 and 31 Mar 2026)
$159 AUD / Person - Child All-Inclusive (2 - 14 years) (Between: 01 Apr 2025 and 31 Mar 2026)
RRP $238 $229 AUD / Person - Adult All-Inclusive (Between: 01 Apr 2025 and 31 Mar 2026)
RRP $794 $735 AUD / Family - Family All-Inclusive (2A + 2C) (Between: 01 Apr 2025 and 31 Mar 2026)

Highlights

Water Activities

beach_access North & South Whitehaven Beach  Hill Inlet Lookout spa Guided Bushwalk
Snorkelling directions_boat Fast & Fun Rafting departure_board Courtesy Transport
restaurant Buffet Lunch Option  Colourful Marinelife  wine_bar Alcohol Available

See all of the best Whitsunday sights on a fun and thrill-filled adventure!

  • Make a splash and snorkel among the colourful reefs!
  • Visit both ends of Whitehaven Beach for the best beach day
  • Bushwalk around Whitsunday Island to Hill Inlet Lookout
  • Travel at top speeds from one location to the next
  • Enjoy the company of a great and social crew

Ocean Rafting's Whitsunday tours visit the "wild side" of the Whitsunday Islands and are perfect for anyone looking to squeeze the Whitsundays into one day. This multi-award-winning tour has special permits which allow access all areas of Hill Inlet, including the beach! There's no other Whitsundays tour which can cruise all the way through the "postcard perfect" swirling sands of hill inlet.

Highlights

  • Approximately 2 hours at Whitehaven Beach
  • Over 1 hour snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
  • All snorkel equipment and flotations devices provided free of charge
  • An exclusive permit to ALL areas of Hill Inlet and guided national park walks
  • Reef and island naturalist talks are offered by the Skipper and Eco Host
  • A fast and adventurous experience
  • Suitable for all ages
  • Visit the North and South end of Whitehaven

The Southern Lights tour has more of a focus on Whitehaven Beach and visits both ends of the world-famous beach! For a tour with more snorkelling focus check out Ocean Rafting's Northern Exposure tour. 

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Ocean Rafting is also available for Private Charter.


Important Notes: 

  • Please let us know your wetsuit size upon booking. 
  • 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.

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Get ready for an adrenaline-fuelled day exploring the pristine islands, inlets, bays and beaches of the Whitsundays!

Whitehaven Beach
Whitehaven beach is a massive 7kms in length! With Ocean Rafting's Southern Lights tour you can enjoy an extended stay at the southern end of the beach for approximately 2 hours. Choose to simply relax and bathe in the beautiful turquoise waters or bring along som...

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Important Information

Guests departing and returning to/from Daydream Island must let us know your wetsuit size upon booking. 

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.

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. If you have chosen not to have our lunch pack, please ensure that you bring your own as we do not visit any resorts during the day. A sense of humour is always welcome!

What's Included

  • Marine park Fees
  • Guided walks and talks in national parks
  • Snorkelling gear - mask, snorkel, and fins
  • Courtesy transfers to/from select local accommodations
  • Tropical Lunch Pack
  • Sunsuit/Wetsuit Hire

*The "All-Inclusive" ticket includes lunch and sunsuit/wetsuit hire only. Drinks,  chocolate, and prescription mask hire still cost extra. 

What's Extra

  • Prescription Mask Hire - $20
  • Lunch - $21
  • Sunsuit/wetsuit hire - $8
  • Water
  • Soft Drinks/Juice
  • Beer/Cider
  • Chocolate

*The "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).

2024

  • 25 December 24 – Christmas Day (CLOSED)
  • 26 December 24 – Boxing Day

2025

  • 01 January 25 – New Year’s Day
  • 26 January 25 – Australia Day
  • 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

Cancellations

No shows or client cancellations made after 12pm the day prior to departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price. 

A refund in the event of cancellation is subject to both our Cancellation Policy and the terms of the supplier.

Terms and Conditions

Our Terms & Conditions apply to this experience. Please review them before booking.

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