Viper - Outer Barrier Reef, Hill Inlet Lookout & Whitehaven Beach
Departure Times
Departure Point: Coral Sea Marina, Meeting Point B
Pricing Options
Highlights
South Whitehaven Beach | Hill Inlet Lookout | Snorkelling |
Stunning Island Views | Fast & Comfortable Vessel | Courtesy Transport |
Delicious Catering | Outer Great Barrier Reef | Guided Bushwalk |
See the Outer Great Barrier Reef AND Whitehaven Beach all in one day onboard the fastest tour in the Whitsundays!
- Visit both the Outer Great Barrier Reef AND Whitehaven Beach in ONE DAY
- Rolls Royce jets making Viper the fastest tour boat in the Whitsundays
- All-inclusive lunch, snorkelling and guided reef tours on the Great Barrier Reef
- Spend ample time on Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout
- Suitable for families with older children, solo travellers and thrill-seekers!
Cut down on time on board the Whitsundays' newest fast boat, Viper! With speedy Rolls Royce jets and an offshore performance hull, you'll make it to your destinations quicker than any other tour boat in the Whitsundays! Viper departs Airlie Beach, visits Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout and the Outer Great Barrier Reef all in ONE DAY. The modern boat was cleverly designed for comfort and stability while cruising at high speeds throughout the Whitsunday Islands. The exhilarating ride is best suited for adventure-seekers, families with older children or solo travellers wanting a taste of all the Whitsundays has to offers. As Viper's slogan stands, "You've come too far not to go all the way!"
Features:
- Approximately 1.5 hours of snorkel time on the Outer Great Barrier Reef
- Vessel built for comfort, stability and speed
- Built-in interceptors and stabilisers making for a smooth ride
- Guided snorkelling tour with a marine biologist
- Courtesy transfers to and from local Airlie Beach accommodation
- All-inclusive lunch, morning and afternoon tea
- Guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout
- Beach time on the south end of Whitehaven
- Snorkelling equipment provided including wetsuits and fins
- Spacious back swimming deck for relaxation and easy access to the water
- Fun Croc pad and Croc pad waterslide for extra fun
- Onboard bathroom
- Modern and stylish interior
- Non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase
- Eco certified
Important Information:
- Please note this tour is only suitable for children over the age of 8 and they must be taller than 130cm.
- If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know at the time of booking.
- Not suitable for anyone with back pain or are pregnant.
Sample Itinerary
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Depart Airlie Beach
Check in to the Coral Sea Marina at 7:45am, ready for an 8:00am departure. Settle in and get ready for a thrilling day ahead! Meet the crew and introduce yourself to your fellow passengers as you'll be spending the day in each other's company! You'll be mind-blown with how fast yet steady Viper cruises through the water. Your first stop of the day will be Tongue Bay, off Whi...
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Depart Airlie Beach
Check in to the Coral Sea Marina at 7:45am, ready for an 8:00am departure. Settle in and get ready for a thrilling day ahead! Meet the crew and introduce yourself to your fellow passengers as you'll be spending the day in each other's company! You'll be mind-blown with how fast yet steady Viper cruises through the water. Your first stop of the day will be Tongue Bay, off Whitsunday Island where you'll depart the boat and join a guided bush walk up to Hill Inlet lookout!
Hill Inlet Lookout and Whitehaven Beach
You'll arrive at Tongue Bay within 45 minutes (which is unheard of in the Whitsundays)! Hill Inlet Lookout is in the running to be one of the most photographed places in the world. With white silica sands and vibrant turquoise waters, the view makes for the ultimate backdrop to any photo - no matter the day! The ever-changing tides mean that there will be no two days where the inlet will look the same! You'll depart Viper and head out on a guided eco bushwalk through the native Australian forest and make your way up to the lookout (it's only a 15 minute short hike but ensure you have comfortable shoes). The views are breathtaking so be sure to take your camera! After your hike you'll board Viper and zip on down to the southern end of Whitehaven Beach. Step foot on the soft and pure silica sands. You'll have lunch on the beach so settle in and enjoy the sunshine for the next hour before making way for the Great Barrier Reef!
Outer Great Barrier Reef
From Whitehaven Beach, Viper can take you to the Outer Great Barrier Reef in under an hour - truly living up to its speedy reputation! Once you're on the reef, prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime snorkelling experience. The Great Barrier Reef is home to thousands of species of fish, dolphins, turtles, sharks, rays and more. Brush shoulders with colourful corals, search for giant clams, and learn about the reef from the onboard marine biologist! You can partake in a guided snorkelling tour with the marine biologist and gain insight on what you're actually looking at. The Great Barrier Reef is known as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World so be sure to make the most of your time underwater!
Return to Airlie Beach
After your fun-filled day, you'll journey back to Airlie Beach. Be sure to take in the views as you cruise past the stunning Whitsunday Islands (there are 74 of them, did you know?). The exhilarating trip will see you speeding back to Airlie Beach between 4:30pm and 5:30pm (depending on the weather conditions of the day). Plenty of time to make the most of your evening in Airlie Beach!
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What To Bring
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sun protection including hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Dry clothes
- Camera
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Money for on board purchases
What's Included
- Snorkelling equipment including wetsuits and floatation devices
- Lunch and snacks
- Courtesy transfers to and from local Airlie Beach accommodation
- Filtered drinking water on board
- Guided snorkelling tour
- Bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout
- Ample beach time on south ...
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What To Bring
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sun protection including hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Dry clothes
- Camera
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Money for on board purchases
What's Included
- Snorkelling equipment including wetsuits and floatation devices
- Lunch and snacks
- Courtesy transfers to and from local Airlie Beach accommodation
- Filtered drinking water on board
- Guided snorkelling tour
- Bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout
- Ample beach time on south Whitehaven
- Use of Croc pad and Croc pad slide on board
What's Extra
- Soft drinks on board
Terms and Conditions
Important Information:
Holiday surcharges may apply, please enquire at the time of booking.
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:
No shows or client cancellations made within 24 hours of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
Sailing Whitsundays are required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period (24 hours). 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
How fast can Viper go?
Viper's cruising speed is 36 knots per hour.
Do you cater for vegetarian, gluten-free, vegan, etc diets?
Any special dietary requirements can be catered for. Please let us know at the time of booking if you have any requirements.
What is the minimum age for Viper?
The minimum age for Viper is 8 years old. But please note that children must be taller than 130cm to ride on Viper.
What do I need to bring?
We recommend you bring swimwear, a towel, dry clothes to change into after your snorkel, comfortable walking shoes for the short hike to Hill Inlet, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) and a camera!
Where does Viper go?
On Viper you will visit the southern end of Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout and the Outer Great Barrier Reef.
Is this tour suitable for pregnant people or passengers who suffer from back pain?
This tour is extremely fast and therefore may not be suitable. It's worth consulting with a doctor prior to booking
How long does it take to get to Whitehaven on Viper?
Roughly about 45 minutes
Can I purchase soft drinks on board?
Yes- soft drinks are available for purchase on board Viper
Is drinking water available on board Viper?
Yes - there is filtered water available on board. Please bring a re-usable water bottle
Does Viper visit both ends of Whitehaven Beach?
Yes - you get to visit South Whitehaven beach and also a guided bushwalk up to Hill Inlet at the north end
Are return bus transfers included with Viper?
Yes - return transfers are included in the ticket price from most of the main accommodation options in town
Can I go on Viper if I'm not a strong swimmer?
Yes absolutely! There are floatation aides available for use if you're not a strong swimmer
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