Whitehaven Beach and Whitsunday Island Camping Transfers
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Departure Times
Departure Point: Shute Harbour, Airlie Beach
Pricing Options
Camp on the world-famous Whitehaven Beach with Scamper's Whitsunday Island Camping Transfers!
- Speedy boat transfers to and from Whitsunday Island
- Bring your own camping gear or add on a comprehensive camping kit
- Stay overnight at the stunning Whitehaven Beach and escape all the crowds
- A remote wilderness experience with opportunities for hiking, snorkelling, and sightseeing
- Option to hire kayaks and paddle through the turquoise Coral Sea
Those looking for a more adventerous and immersive Whitehaven Beach experience should consider a Whitsunday Island Camping Transfer with Scamper! Scamper takes all the hassle out of planning your camping trip on Whitsunday Island. Book your return boat transfers to South Whitehaven Beach and add on a complete camping package so you can fully enjoy this remote, national park camping expedition. Spend multiple nights on the glorious Whitehaven Beach and marvel at this world-famous destination without the crowds!
Highlights
- Return boat transfers to Whitsunday Island
- Accessible vessel with boat ramp for easy beach access
- Daily departures with a range of depart/return times
- Chance to camp on the famous Whitehaven Beach
- Set up an epic wilderness campsite at South Whitehaven Beach
- Enjoy this stunning beach without the crowds
- Access gorgeous bushwalking trails
- Plan your own itinerary on Whitehaven Beach
- Option to bring your own camping gear or add on a camp kit
- Camp kits include all necessary gear for 2 or 3 people
- Kayak hire available
- Camp in a protected national park with stunning tropical scenery
Sample Itinerary
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South Whitehaven Beach Camping
Have the amazing opportunity to camp at one of the most beautiful beaches in the world! Scamper's Whitsunday Island transfer will drop you at the Southern End of Whitehaven Beach, where a basic bush campsite is located amidst the wilderness. Just steps away from the gleaming, white silica sands, enjoy an overnight stay surrounded by untouched national park and bre...
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South Whitehaven Beach Camping
Have the amazing opportunity to camp at one of the most beautiful beaches in the world! Scamper's Whitsunday Island transfer will drop you at the Southern End of Whitehaven Beach, where a basic bush campsite is located amidst the wilderness. Just steps away from the gleaming, white silica sands, enjoy an overnight stay surrounded by untouched national park and breathtaking tropical scenery.
At the South Whitehaven Beach Campsite, there are 2 undercover areas and picnic tables. Find a cosy little spot to set up camp and cherish this extended stay on the iconic Whitehaven Beach!
Activities
When you camp on Whitehaven Beach, you have much longer to enjoy this gorgeous location than the average tourist. Spend hours swimming, strolling, and soaking in the views on Whitehaven Beach. Consider walking the entire length of the 7km beach and admiring the swirling sands at Hill Inlet.
There are also some fantastic walking trails around South Whitehaven, including one to Chance Bay and one to South Whitehaven Lookout. You can also bring your own snorkel gear to explore the reefs, or hire a kayak and paddle around the turquoise waters. Your itinerary is totally up to you, but there are lots of fun things to do!
Vessel Specifications
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The Scamper Vessel
For your Whitsunday Island transfers, you'll enjoy a smooth ride in the versatile and sturdy Scamper Vessel. This handy boat is designed to transport adventure gear such as kayaks and bikes, with plenty of storage space onboard and on the roof. It's just one level so there are no stairs and there is plenty of seating, making it easy for those with limited mobility. The vessel...
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The Scamper Vessel
For your Whitsunday Island transfers, you'll enjoy a smooth ride in the versatile and sturdy Scamper Vessel. This handy boat is designed to transport adventure gear such as kayaks and bikes, with plenty of storage space onboard and on the roof. It's just one level so there are no stairs and there is plenty of seating, making it easy for those with limited mobility. The vessel has a drop-down door that creates a ramp so you can easily access beaches around the Whitsunday Islands.
Addons
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Camping Equipment Add-Ons
If you don't have your own camping equipment, you can add on a camp kit for 2 or 3 people at checkout. The camp kits have everything you need for a comfortable, safe, and ...
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Camping Equipment Add-Ons
If you don't have your own camping equipment, you can add on a camp kit for 2 or 3 people at checkout. The camp kits have everything you need for a comfortable, safe, and enjoyable camping experience on Whitsunday Island! Here is what is included in the camp kit for 2 people (the 3-person kit includes a 4-man tent and enough gear for 3 people).
- Spinafex 3-man Dome Tent with fly sheet
- Single Burner Camp Gas Stove (gas cylinder included per night)
- Cooking Pot and Frypan
- Self Inflatable Pads
- Cooler Box (55L or 25L) (ice can be added for $6 per bag - not included)
- Lantern Torch (solar)
- Cutting board
- Can opener
- Peeler
- Cutting knife
- Plates and bowls, coffee cups
- Knives, forks, spoons
- Cooking utensils, spatula, spoon & tongs
- Sleeping Bags x 2
- Camp Chairs x 2
- Snorkel, Mask and Fin set x 2
- Stinger Suits x 2
Kayak Hire
Kayaks can also be added on to your adventure! These are hired through Salty Dog Sea Kayaking so please let us know upon booking if you want to organise kayak hire. If you are hiring a kayak, you'll also need to pay the extra $20 for Scamper to transport the kayaks to Whitsunday Island (can be added at checkout). It's important to let Scamper know that you're bringing kayaks to ensure the vessel has enough space!
Individual Items Hire Cost
If you already have some of your own camping gear and you only want to hire specific items, that can be arranged as well! Please note the vessels are subject to weight restrictions, so you may be charged extra if you have a lot of gear or asked to leave some things behind. Just be mindful of the space on board! Here are the costs for individual item hire:
- Spinafex 3-man Dome Tent ($25 first night, Additional nights $10.00)
- Gas Stove (First Night – $10.00, Additional Nights – $5.00)
- Cooler 55L (First Night – $10.00, Additional Nights – $5.00)
- Cooler 25L (First Night – $5.00, Additional Nights – $3.00)
- Pot & Frypan (First Night – $5.00, Additional Nights – $3.00)
- Cutlery Set (First Night – $10.00, Additional Nights – $3.00)
- 5kg Bag Ice – $6
- Lantern torch (First Night – $4.00, Additional Nights – $2.00)
- Camp Chair (First Night – $5.00, Additional Nights – $2.00)
- Sleeping Bag ($5.00)
- Snorkel Mask ($3.00 per night)
- Fins ($2.00 per night)
- Stinger Suit (First Night – $5.00, Additional Nights – $3.00)
- Self Inflatable sleep pad – ($5 first night , Additional nights -$2)
- 4 man Dome Tent ($30 first night, Additional nights – $15)
- 6 man Dome Tent ($40 first night, Additional nights – $20)
- Food and water drops - prices start from $50, please contact us to organise as they are subject to availability
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What To Bring
Please bring everything you need for a remote camping adventure, including:
- Clothes (warm clothes for nights)
- Swimwear and towel
- Sun protection (hat, sunnies, sunscreen)
- Sandals and walking shoes for hikes
- Food and water for the duration of your camping trip
- Camera/GoPro
- Snorkel gear
- Rubbish bags
- 5L of water per person per day
If bringing your own camping gear, we also recommend:
- Small tent
- Sleeping gear (mat & sleepi...
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What To Bring
Please bring everything you need for a remote camping adventure, including:
- Clothes (warm clothes for nights)
- Swimwear and towel
- Sun protection (hat, sunnies, sunscreen)
- Sandals and walking shoes for hikes
- Food and water for the duration of your camping trip
- Camera/GoPro
- Snorkel gear
- Rubbish bags
- 5L of water per person per day
If bringing your own camping gear, we also recommend:
- Small tent
- Sleeping gear (mat & sleeping bag)
- Camp chairs
- Dry box for food
- Esky for drinks (55l)
- Cooking gear (gas stove, cooking utensils, plates and cups)
What's Included
- Return boat transfers to Whitsunday Island from Shute Harbour
- Opportunity to camp at South Whitehaven Beach
- We provide you with water containers that you may fill before departing. We recommend 5L per person per day.
What's Extra
- Camping permits must be booked via the Queensland National Parks website
- Camping equipment (can add-on at checkout, find full list of inclusions in "Add-Ons")
- Kayak hire (please contact us to organise)
- Kayak transport ($20, available to add-on at checkout)
Terms and Conditions
Important Information:
- You must book a camping permit via QLD National Parks website.
- All departures are subject to weather conditions, minimum passenger numbers and unforeseen circumstances.
- Departure and pick up times are indicative times only and may change.
- Please allow ample time for delays on your island pickups - some remote locations may not be accessed at certain times due to wind, tides, etc.
- Some of the island locations are remote and communication is not always possible.
- We recommend that you leave a free day before and after travel.
- A “Pest Free” message to campers – to help keep our Islands beautiful/ natural, before boarding the vessel and arriving at the Island , please check your equipment/gear for any grass seeds, prickles, ants, or other pests, that may invade and destroy our native environment.
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 24 hours 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the depart and return times?
Depart and return transfer times vary depending on the tides and weather conditions that day. Please contact us to enquire about exact times.
Do island transfers run year-round?
There are no island transfers in February or March as this is peak wet season. But transfers run daily between April and January!
Can we hire kayaks?
Yes! Please enquire upon booking about kayak hire as these are organised through a different company. There is a $20 fee to transfer kayaks on top of the vessels.
Can we bring our own camping gear?
Yes, the camping equipment kits are optional for those who don't have their own gear. Feel free to bring your own, but be mindful of the space onboard the vessel. If you have a lot of gear, there may be an extra fee or you may be asked to leave some things behind so the vessel isn't too heavy.
Can we hire camping equipment?
Yes, if you don't have your own gear, you can hire a 2 or 3-person camp kit that includes everything you need! You can also hire individual camping items (see full price list in "Add-Ons).
Is drinking water provided?
We provide you with water containers that you may fill before departing. We recommend 5L per person per day.
Are Scamper vessels suitable for those with limited mobility?
The vessel is just one floor with a drop-down door that creates a ramp, with is ideal for those with limited mobility. It is wheelchair accessible, but note that some island locations are sandy and may not be suitable for wheelchairs. Because the Whitsundays are part of a National Park, you would also need a permit for assistance animals.
Are camping permits included?
No, you are responsible for booking your own camping permits on the Queensland National Parks website.
Where does the vessel depart from?
The departure point and Scamper office is at Shute Harbour, Airlie Beach. There are trolleys there to help guests transport their gear onto the boat.
Can we have campfires?
Campfires are not permitted on Whitsunday National Parks beaches and campsites.