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Ocean Rafting

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Overview

An ideal way to appreciate the true beauty of the Whitsundays, Ocean Rafting allows you to spend more time exploring an amazing range of beautiful islands, snorkel the crystal waters and visit iconic Whitehaven Beach. Ocean Rafting is the only operator in the Whitsundays with a permit to land you right on the beach at Hill Inlet. This means more time to swim, snorkel and explore.

There are two distinct tours available with Ocean Rafting including Northern Exposure and the Southern Lights and these marine safaris offer a great blend of adventure and relaxation. The Ocean Rafting vessels are environmentally friendly and despite reaching a cruising speed of over 30 knots, their unique design reduces fuel usage ensuring the Whitsunday Islands remain beautiful.

Itinerary

Northern Exposure: A favourite with snorkellers, this tour is the only Whitsundays experience which offers two different snorkelling destinations. It also includes a visit to the north end of stunning Whitehaven Beach in the restricted but stunning area of Hill Inlet and a guided walk through the National Park to the lookout. This tour offers more snorkelling time.

Southern Lights: Exploring the north and south ends of Whitehaven Beach, this tour offers two hours of bliss relaxing on the soft white sand before a guided walk takes you to the breathtaking views of the Whitsunday's crystal waters and Pentecost Island from the lookout. Snorkel beautiful Dumbell Island, Border Island or a 'secret' snorkelling spot and marvel at the amazing colourful hard and soft fringing coral reefs. This tour offers plenty of beach time.

Highlights

  • Whitehaven Beach
  • Hill Inlet
  • National Park Walks
  • Snorkelling

Inclusions

  • Courtesy accommodation transfers
  • Tropical Lunch
  • Cake and fruit platter
  • Use of snorkel equipment
  • Snorkel flotation devices
  • Sunsuit/wetsuit
  • Reef and island naturalist talks
  • Guided National Park Walk

Times

Northern Exposure
Departs: 8.45am daily from Coral Sea Marina North, Airlie Beach
Returns: 3.30pm
Courtesy Pickups: Available from 7.45am

Departs: 9.00am daily from Daydream Island Resort
Returns: 3.15pm

Southern Lights
Departs: 10.00am daily from Coral Sea Marina North, Airlie Beach
Returns: 4.30pm
Courtesy Pickups: Available from 8.45am

Departs: 10.15am daily from Daydream Island Resort
Returns: 4.15pm

Times are subject to change. Does not operate Christmas Day 25 December.

Additional Info

Children: 2 - 14 years
Notes: Surcharges apply for Queensland Public Holidays per person and are payable direct to the tour operator.
Beach bag, towel, hat, shoes, swimmers, camera in a waterproof case, sunglasses, refillable water bottle, credit card for water, soft drinks, beer, juices and chocolates for sale on board and a jacket during winter.
Operated By: Ocean Rafting