Whitehaven Wanderer | Spirit of Whitsundays
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Experience Whitehaven to the fullest on this full-day out at one of the best beaches in the world!
- Enjoy extended time on Whitehaven Beach
- Beach club access with shaded areas, paddleboards, and beach games
- Guided walk to the iconic Hill Inlet Lookout
- Buffet-style lunch, morning and afternoon snacks provided
Overview
Spend more time soaking up the sun on the world-famous Whitehaven Beach on this full day Whitehaven Wanderer tour! Cruise from Airlie Beach to Whitsunday Island on a slick, wave-piercing catamaran, specially designed for a stable journey and maximum comfort. Before long, the powdery-white silica sands of Whitehaven Beach will be at your feet. Complete with a buffet-style lunch, as well as morning and afternoon snacks, this tour also includes access to Spirit of Whitsundays' beach club. Beach club access delivers shaded areas, beach games, and free-to-use paddleboards! Don't forget to join your guide for a fascinating nature through the island up to the picture-perfect Hill Inlet Lookout for a view you won't soon forget!
Highlights
- Guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout
- Buffet-style lunch
- Morning and afternoon snacks
- Beach club access with shaded areas
- Stand-up paddleboards
- Beach games
- Extended beach time
- Stable, speedy catamaran
- Sun deck and full cover on board
- Full-size bathroom on board
- Professional guide
- Great day out for families
Sample Itinerary
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Check-in at Port of Airlie
Your fun-filled beach day begins at the Port of Airlie! Your check-in time is 8:30am at local-favourite cafe Rufus & Co. We recommend coming a little earlier than your check-in time to enjoy a delicious breakfast ahead of your adventure! At 8:30am, meet your friendly crew for the day, who will guide you down to the MV Pinacolada!
Sleek, stable & speedy catamaran
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Important Information
- Please arrive at your check-in point - Rufus & Co Cafe - 30 minutes before departure.
- Tours may be modified due to weather conditions for your safety
- Children under 4 travel free
- Special rates apply for children aged 4-14
What To Bring
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Sun protection (sunglasses, sunscreen, hat)
- Jumper (if weather is cool)
- Camera
- Money for drinks
What's Included
- Full day tour to Whitehaven Beach
- Beach club access with shaded areas
- Paddleboards and beach games
- Guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout
- Buffet-style lunch
- Morning and afternoon snacks
- Transit on a fast, premium catamaran
- National park fees
- Professional guide
What's Extra
- Additional beverages (available for purchase on board)
- Sea sickness tablets (available for purchase on board)
- Snorkelling equipment is not included. Guests may bring their own if they wish
- Souvenirs
Cancellations
No-shows or client cancellations 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I park on the day?
The closest car park to your designated meeting point is at Port of Airlie Marina. This is a privately owned facility and subject to parking fees and availability.
What can I do if I'm worried about sea-sickness?
To avoid seasickness, we recommend taking preventatives 30 minutes prior to boarding. Tablets will also be available onboard for purchase.
Is this boat accessible to wheelchair users?
- Access to the vessel is via an 80 cm wide ramp, with steepness depending on tides.
- Crew cannot carry passengers. Wheelchair users must self-transfer or have assistance.
- Marine toilets on board may require assistance due to size limitations.
- If you have mobility or health conditions that may impact safety, you must disclose this at the time of booking.
- Seating on board the vessel is unallocated and follows a "first in, best dressed" policy.
Can I reschedule my tour booking?
In certain circumstances you may be able to reschedule your booking, though admin fees may apply.
Guests wishing to reschedule must provide at least 48 hours notice. Failure to provide adequate notice forfeits your right to reschedule or refund.
Change-of-mind due to rain or weather, when cruises still operate, does not qualify for refund or rescheduling outside the standard terms.
What sort of vessel will take us to Whitehaven?
For this tour, you will be boarding the MV Pinacolada - a sleek, comfortable, and fully-kitted catamaran that can zoom from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven in about 1.5 hours.
Complete with a spacious, sun-soaked upper deck, fully-covered seating areas to protect from all weather conditions, a full-sized toilet facility, and onboard refreshments available for purchase, the MV Pinacolada treats passengers to a speedy, stable, and rapid journey to and from Whitsunday Island.
Does this tour include snorkelling?
No, this tour does not include snorkelling. Instead, it focuses on providing guests with extra time on Whitehaven Beach.
Lunch, snacks, paddleboards, shaded areas, and beach games will be included. Guests are welcome to bring their own personal snorkelling equipment to Whitehaven Beach.
