Fly Raft Package: Whitehaven Beach, Snorkel and Scenic Flight
Overview
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8 hours
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Experience the best of the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef in one day with a Whitsunday scenic flight and Ocean Rafting adventure! Experience the Whitsundays’ ultimate destinations… Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and secret snorkelling locations.
Enjoy a bird’s eye view of many of the 74 Whitsunday Islands, fly over Whitehaven Beach and picture postcard Hill Inlet before heading out to the Great Barrier Reef and experiencing one of the most photographed reef locations, Heart Reef. The comfortable fixed wing aircraft offers big window viewing, pilot commentary and the best views of the Whitsundays!
Following your flight, enjoy an Ocean Rafting adventure, offering three days in one, including an exhilarating ride to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, pristine snorkelling reefs and guided Whitsunday Island National Parks walks. The Southern Lights tour offers more beach time and the Northern Exposure tour offers more snorkelling time.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please bring: swimmers, a beach bag with a towel, hat and shoes, a jacket during winter to protect you from wind and for warmth after snorkelling, camera in a waterproof case or Tupperware, cash for water, soft drinks, fruit juices and chocolates for sale on board, everything you need for the day as you will not return to your accommodation between tours.
Please note: For legal and safety reasons all passengers are weighed prior to boarding. Maximum per seat weight is 120 kgs. Full names and exact weights per passenger must be advised when booking due to flight weight availability.
Air con Airport Lounge, Cafe, Charging Port and secure lockers
Guaranteed window seats with big window viewing
Whitsunday Airport only 8 mins drive from main street of Airlie Beach
What To Expect
Heart Reef
Scenic flight over famous Heart Reef.
Hill Inlet
View famous Hill Inlet from the air on a scenic flight followed by an Ocean Rafting tour to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, where you will enjoy a guided bushwalk to the spectacular Hill Inlet Lookout to view and capture photographs of the stunning swirling silica sands and aqua water.
What‘s Included
Guided National Park walks
All Fees and Taxes
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Tour to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet
60 minute reef and island scenic flight
Morning and Afternoon Tea (Cake and Fruit)
Tropical lunch at Whitehaven beach
Inner fringing coral reef snorkelling and sunsuit/wetsuit
Assorted Alcoholic and NON Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase on board with Credit Card)
A QLD public holiday surcharge of $20 per adult, $10 per child and $50 per family (2ad,2ch)
If you are on cruise ship, the timings of this tour DO NOT align with cruise ship schedule.
This tour does not pick up or depart from Hamilton Island. You can join this tour from Airlie Beach.
Pickup points
At Marina Shores
159 Shingley Dr Cannonvale Australia
Colonial Palms Motor Inn
2 Hermitage Dr, Airlie Beach Australia
Mantra Club Croc Airlie Beach
240 Shute Harbour Road, Cannonvale Cannonvale Australia
Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays
277 Shute Harbour Rd Airlie Beach Australia
Whitsunday on the Beach
269 Shute Harbour Rd Airlie Beach Australia
Airlie Beach Hotel
16 The Esplanade, Airlie Beach Australia
Airlie Beach Motor Lodge
6 Lamond St, Airlie Beach Australia
at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat
438 Shute Harbour Rd, Airlie Beach Australia
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Fly Raft - Southern Lights
Fly Raft - Southern Lights Pickup included
Fly Raft - Northern Exposure
Fly Raft -Northern Exposure Pickup included
Reviews
327 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Well worth the price
benjaminnT7386NS,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I thoroughly enjoyed the entire day from start to finish. The flyover was amazing and the pilot gave us plenty of notice of where to capture photos and gave opinions of certain locations he considered the most picturesque. The ocean rafting was brilliant, the boat ride was a thrill, we stopped off an an island and we were given plenty of time to explore on our own, along with this we were given a meal on the island, which was nice. The snorkelling was a brilliant experience and the crew made sure to take us to a place where the sea was not too rough, even going as far as moving location to somewhere calmer. Our crew, Brad and Ally were great with us and took care with everyone on the boat, they were also very pleasant and easy to talk to. I’d recommend this trip to anyone who wants to discover all there is to offer of the Whitsundays.
Ocean rafting is a great experience
Oliver W,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day out. Skipper Brad and Deckhand Ali were fantastic throughout the day, keeping us informed around the islands and snorkelling spots. Would definitely recommend
The best way to see the GBR, the Heart Reef (only viewable by air) and spectacular Whitehaven beach.
tfowler13,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a must do if you are in the Whitsundays. We are on a two month trip in Australia and on the GBR snorkeling, 18 times in a month so we’ve seen a bit. But viewing the reef from above is a must. A very emotional experience seeing it and the pilot flew us legally low enough that you feel this unreal connection. Our pilot Lewis gave us a countdown and told us to have our camera ready before we flew over the “heart” reef because you only get that one chance. Both sides of the plane get their shot. You can only see the heart reef by plane. Seeing Whitehaven beach by plane is breathtaking but it is at its best at low tide so keep that in mind. Doing the raft trip after the plane ride would get you there at low tide. It is spectacular. Spend the money, take this flight, you won’t regret it. The GBR and Whitehaven beach are truly magnificent wonders of this world. Australia is a beautiful country.
A perfect excursion.
337aninab,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From A to Z, a perfect day! We were picked up on time, the hour-long flight was great, and the fun boat ride was absolutely fantastic; our guides did everything to ensure we had a wonderful day, they were amazing! 👏🏻 The price is absolutely justified!
Organization and tour TOP
DNicki 14,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just fantastic!! I booked the scenic flight + snorkelling package and highly recommend it. Early in the morning the bus picked me up directly from the hostel. After a brief briefing we were divided into groups for the flight .. we were only 4 + the pilot 👨✈️. Jack (pilot) was able to give clear and simple information regarding our flight..very nice and helpful. As for snorkelling we traveled with Page and .. I can't remember the name, but an Asian guy who was our skipper, great!! It was a sight to watch him drive. Page super entertaining and energetic, ready to give us explanations on the points visited. What about .. highly recommended! Serious and organized guys
What a memorable day.
stevenb1979,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the most memorable days I’ve had. The friendliness of every single member of the team could not be faulted. From the bus driver picking us up, the team at check-in, and the pilot of our plane. Then especially the team on the raft. Brad, Lily and Jacob were so friendly and patient with everyone on board.
The best day ever!
Gillian B,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience from beginning to end! From bus driver to pilot to office staff and raft crew, we cannot compliment you enough!!! Brad, Jacob and Lily were fun, patient and knowledgable and we felt in safe hands all day! You are a credit to Ocean Rafting and we had such a fantastic day. Thank you!!!
Surreal experience, one to tick off the bucket list.
Jack H,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Most surreal experience I have done, definitely worth it. The flight was awesome, pilot was very knowledgeable and made everyone feel at ease with the ever-changing weather we had. After the flight, you get taken straight to the marina where you are checked in for boat trip. Shoutout to Ben on black Betty. Snorkel sites were amazing. If you get motion sickness then don't book on a windy day as the sea gets quite choppy.
Amazing!
Pedro A,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing! Great experience with great staff. Worth the money. Very well organized. I will recommend to everyone.
It was raining when we...
Xin X,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was raining when we headed out this morning, so I thought the photos from today’s itinerary might not turn out very well. But to our surprise, the sky cleared up completely by the time we boarded the plane. The flight was very smooth, and I finally got to see the heart-shaped reef I had been looking forward to for so long. The boat tour in the afternoon was also a lot of fun. Captain Josh and the other two crew members were fantastic, everything was well organised, and the service was attentive and thoughtful throughout. We had an unforgettable day in the Whitsundays and would absolutely recommend this experience to our friends and family.
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