Cruise Whitsundays is an exciting and innovative cruise operator based at Airlie Beach, the gateway to the Whitsundays. Airlie Beach, located on a peninsula that stretches out to the Whitsundays passage, provides an ideal mainland base for an unforgettable Queensland holiday.
Run by an experienced tourism team, Cruise Whitsundays provides an exciting selection of day cruise experiences and activities that really make the most of this incredible part of the world - including the stunning Whitsunday Islands National Park and the Great Barrier Reef.
Great Barrier Reef Adventure
Experience the ultimate outer Great Barrier Reef trip with Cruise Whitsundays on this full day cruise! Discover the underwater wonderland of magnificent corals, colourful fish and marine life.
Includes:
- Snorkeling with all gear provided including wetsuits
- An innovative and spacious reef pontoon
- Underwater viewing chamber
- Waterslide and activities for the kids
- Morning and afternoon tea and buffet lunch
- Presentations by reef experts
- Return coach transfers from most Airlie Beach accommodation
Operates: 8am to 6pm daily, from Abel Point Marina.
Government Charges per person included in total cost: $6 Environmental Management Charge (EMC).
Island Escape Day Cruise: Island Hopper Pass
Explore the Whitsundays at your leisure. Arm yourself with a pass, timetable and map, then set out exploring the Whitsunday islands on your very own itinerary. With no set arrival or departure times guests need to make their own way to Abel Point Marina.
Please note: this pass does not visit Whitsunday Island or Whitehaven Beach. The islands available on this pass are Daydream Island, Hamilton Island and Long Island.
Whitehaven Beach Hill Inlet & Lookout
Experience all of the wonders of the magnificent Whitehaven Beach area with a full day of cruising and exploring. No other Cruise Whitsundays day cruise allows so much time to explore the Whitehaven area!
Includes:
- Cruising around the Whitsunday Islands with informative commentary
- Enjoy up to 6 hours at Whitehaven Beach
- Hill Inlet walk, lookout and beaches
- Snorkeling with all gear provided including wetsuits
- Lunch and afternoon tea
- Return coach transfers from most Airlie Beach accommodation
Operates: 7am to 6.20pm daily, from Abel Point Marina.
Government Charges per person included in total cost: $6 Environmental Management Charge (EMC).
Whitehaven Beach & Hamilton Island
Cruise through the magnificent Whitsunday islands to two iconic destinations - Whitehaven Beach and Hamilton Island. A day out that will be the highlight of your holiday! With this full day cruise, visit Hamilton Island in the morning and Whitehaven Beach in the afternoon, or vice-versa!
Includes:
- Chance to visit the Hamilton Island Wildlife Park (entry fee not included)
- Hamilton Island shuttle bus use
- Full use of pool and beach areas on Hamilton Island
- Lunch at the Manta Ray Cafe
- 1.5 to 2 hours on the southern end of Whitehaven Beach
- Return coach transfers from most Airlie Beach accommodation
Operates: 7am to 6pm daily, from Abel Point Marina.
Government Charges per person included in total cost: $6 Environmental Management Charge (EMC).
Whitsunday Islands & Whitehaven Beach
This fantastic half day cruise takes you past some of the Whitsundays remote areas, beautiful bays, peaceful islands and onto dazzling Whitehaven Beach.
Includes:
- Cruise the islands of the Whitsundays
- 1.5 to 2 hours at the southern end of Whitehaven Beach
- Fully guided morning cruise with informative commentary
- Morning or afternoon tea served on board
- Return coach transfers from most Airlie Beach accommodation
Operates: 7am to 1.15pm for the morning cruise and 11.35am to 6.20pm for the afternoon cruise, daily, from Abel Point Marina.
Government Charges per person included in total cost: $6 Environmental Management Charge (EMC).
Whitehaven Beach & Daydream Island
This full day cruise ticks all the boxes! Not only do you get to enjoy a scenic cruise and Whitehaven Beach; you also get to explore fun-filled Daydream Island.
Includes:
- Cruise the islands of the Whitsundays
- 1.5 to 2 hours at the southern end of Whitehaven Beach
- Fully guided morning cruise with informative commentary
- The afternoon at leisure on Daydream Island
- Morning tea served on board
- Lunch at either Mermaid's on Daydream Island or Boathouse Bakery
- Return coach transfers from most Airlie Beach accommodation
Operates: 7am to 4.15pm or 5.40pm daily, from Abel Point Marina.
Government Charges per person included in total cost: $6 Environmental Management Charge (EMC).
Discount Cruise Whitsundays tickets for RACQ members
To take advantage of the special RACQ member prices, you must pre-purchase your tickets. Visit an RACQ branch or phone the RACQ on 1800 629 501. Unfortunately this product cannot be sold online.
RACQ suggests phoning Cruise Whitsundays on 07 4946 4662 prior to pre-purchasing your tickets to ensure availability for your selected date of attendance. Selecting a date for attendance when pre-purchasing your tickets from RACQ does NOT guarantee availability for that date.
Once you have purchased your tickets from RACQ you MUST reserve your seats by calling Cruise Whitsundays on 07 4946 4662 and advise you have an RACQ voucher. Printed RACQ voucher must be presented on day of travel.
Ticket prices (valid until 31 March 2014)
| Great Barrier Reef Adventure | Non-member price | RACQ member price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | $216.00 | $195.00 |
| Senior / Student | $184.50 | $166.50 |
| Child (5-15yrs) | $101.00 | $91.50 |
| Family (2A & 2C) | $573.00 | $518.00 |
| Island Escape Day Cruise: Island Hopper Pass | Non-member price | RACQ member price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | $110.00 | $99.00 |
| Senior / Student | $93.50 | $84.15 |
| Child (5-15yrs) | $55.00 | $49.50 |
| Whitehaven Beach Hill Inlet & Lookout | Non-member price | RACQ member price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | $191.00 | $172.50 |
| Senior / Student | $163.25 | $147.50 |
| Child (5-15yrs) | $91.00 | $82.50 |
| Family (2A & 2C) | $510.00 | $461.50 |
| Whitehaven Beach & Hamilton Island | Non-member price | RACQ member price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | $181.00 | $163.50 |
| Senior / Student | $154.75 | $140.00 |
| Child (5-15yrs) | $101.00 | $91.50 |
| Family (2A & 2C) | $510.00 | $461.50 |
| Whitsunday Islands & Whitehaven Beach | Non-member price | RACQ member price |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch at Manta Ray Cafe | ||
| Adult | $101.00 | $91.50 |
| Senior / Student | $86.75 | $78.50 |
| Child (5-15yrs) | $51.00 | $46.50 |
| Family (2A & 2C) | $276.00 | $251.00 |
| Whitehaven Beach & Daydream Island | Non-member price | RACQ member price |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch at Boathouse Bakery | ||
| Adult | $151.00 | $136.50 |
| Senior / Student | $129.25 | $117.00 |
| Child (5-15yrs) | $76.00 | $69.00 |
| Family (2A & 2C) | $411.00 | $372.50 |
| 2 Course Lunch at Mermaid's | ||
| Adult | $171.00 | $154.50 |
| Senior / Student | $146.25 | $132.25 |
| Child (5-15yrs) | $96.00 | $87.00 |
| Family (2A & 2C) | $483.00 | $437.00 |
Cancellation policy: cancel within 12 hours of the bookedcruise or activity and you will lose 25% of the price paid. If you do not attend the booked cruise or activity, there is no refund.
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