RACQ Travel

Cruise Whitsundays

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

Cruise through the stunning Whitsunday Islands and on to the outer Great Barrier Reef onboard 'Seaflight', the Whitsundays' premier day cruise vessel. Experience Queensland's most innovative and spacious reef pontoon located at Knuckle Reef. Knuckle Reef Pontoon features Queensland's largest and most spectacular underwater viewing chamber and a giant waterslide. Activities included: snorkeling, swimming, giant waterslide, semi-submersible and glass bottom boat rides.  Price includes: Morning tea, afternoon tea and buffet lunch. Courtesy coach transfers available from all local area accommodation (Airlie Beach) to Abel Point Marina. Duration: 9hrs 15mins. 

Camira Sailing Adventure - Whitehaven Beach

Enjoy the thrill of high speed sailing on the Camira Catamaran through the famous Whitsunday Islands to magnificent Whitehaven Beach.  Activities included:  Swimming and snorkeling at fantastic inner reef sites amongst colourful marine life. Price includes: Morning tea, afternoon tea, a barbecue lunch and all refreshments throughout the day (alcoholic beverages after 11am).  Courtesy coach transfers available from all local area accommodation (Airlie Beach) to Abel Point Marina.  Duration: 9hrs 45mins.

Twin Island Escape - Long and Daydream Island Cruise

Visit two Whitsunday resort islands in one day on this fully guided tour. You’ll see the region's beautiful islands and bays as you cruise the waters of the Whitsundays including Koala Adventure Island and then have time to explore or relax at each resort. Visit Long Island and Daydream Island Resort and Spa with just short cruises between each. On the islands you can make use of our friendly, informative guide or wander off and explore on your own.  Price includes:  Buffet Lunch at Palms Resort, Long Island. Courtesy coach transfers available from all local area accommodation (Airlie Beach) to Abel Point Marina. Duration: 8 hrs

Daydream Island (THE WORKS) - Full or Half day Cruise

Enjoy a short scenic cruise to Daydream island. Time to relax or enjoy island activities, tropical rainforest walks and the "Living Reef" Coral Lagoon. Price includes:  Buffet Lunch at Mermaids Restaurant and round of Mini Golf. Courtesy coach transfers available from all local area accommodation (Airlie Beach) to Abel Point Marina. Duration: Full Day: 7-9hrs, Half Day 4-6hrs.

Island Escape Day Cruise: Island Wanderer

Enjoy a scenic cruise to Daydream, Long and Hamilton islands. The perfect sightseeing cruise if you wish to stay onboard and see the beauty of the Whitsundays. The skipper will provide an informative commentary enroute.  There is a bar and cafeteria onboard for light refreshments. Departs Abel Point Marina.  No transfers included. Duration: 2hrs 45mins.

Island Escape Day Cruise: 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.  Duration: Valid 1 day,  first departure to last departure. Please note:  guests are not allowed to go ashore on Hamilton Island.

Bookings Essential, Phone: 07 4946 4662.

Cancellation Policy: Cancel within 12 hours of the booked cruise or activity and you will lose 25% of the price. If you do not attend the booked cruise or activity, you will lose the price you have paid.

An Environmental Management Charge (EMC) is included in total cost. The levy is $5.50 per person until 1 April 2012. The levy will then increase to $6 per person. The EMC Charge is not payable on the Full or Half Daydream Island Cruises or Island Escape Day Cruises.

Discount "Cruise Whitsundays" Reef Cruise 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 purchased on-line.

RACQ suggests phoning Cruise Whitsundays on 07 4946 4662 prior to pre-purchasing your tickets, to ensure seating availability for your selected date of attendance. 

Once you have purchased your tickets from RACQ you MUST reserve your seats by calling Cruise Whitsundays on 07 4946 4662.

Ticket prices (valid for travel until 31 March 2013)

Cruise Whitsundays Non-member price RACQ member price
Great Barrier Reef Adventures Adult $210.00 $189.50
Senior/Student $170.00 $153.50
Child (5-15yrs) $95.00 $86.00
Family (2A & up to 3C) $550.00 $497.50
Camira Sailing Adventure - Whitehaven Beach Adult $175.00 $158.00
Senior $145.00 $131.00
Child (5-15yrs) $95.00 $86.00
Family (2A& up to 3C) $495.00 $448.00
Twin Island Escape Adult $125.00 $112.50
Child (5 - 15yrs) $75.00 $67.50
Daydream Island (THE WORKS) - Full Day Adult $110.00 $99.00
Child (5-15yrs) $65.00 $58.50
Daydream Island (THE WORKS) - Half Day Adult $99.00 $89.00
  Child (5-15yrs)  $59.00  $53.00
Island Escape Day Cruise: Island Wanderer  Adult $59.00 $53.00
Child (5-15yrs) $35.00 $31.50
Island Escape Day Cruise: Hopper Pass Adult $79.00 $71.00
Senior $65.00 $58.50
Child (5-15yrs) $49.00 $44.00