Purely Whitehaven: Full day tour to Whitehaven Beach
Overview
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8 hours
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Discover the highlights of the Whitsunday Islands including Hill Inlet, and Whitehaven Beach on this full-day catamaran sightseeing tour. Start your tour with bus pickup from Airlie Beach before heading out to Shute Harbour, where you’ll hop on your boat and enjoy the scenic ride out to the Whitsundays. Jump ashore and enjoy guided walks out to viewpoints and time to relax and swim on the beautiful Whitehaven Beach.
Experience the beauty of the Whitsundays on this full-day cruise
Go for guided hikes up to Hill Inlet and Solway Circuit viewpoints
Enjoy a delicious morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea
Included bus transfers from Airlie Beach to Shute Harbour
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Whitehaven Beach
Whitehaven Beach, where you can explore, relax, take a dip in the crystal-clear waters, or join our guides on the Solway Circuit walking track. The lookout on Solway Circuit offers breathtaking views of the entire length of Whitehaven Beach, as well as stunning vistas of Pentecost Island and the Lindeman group of Islands to the south.
Hill Inlet
Join a guided walk to the Hill Inlet lookout platforms, where you can enjoy breathtaking views. Along the way, learn about the history of the region and discover the fascinating local flora and fauna.
What‘s Included
Complimentary Pick Up and Drop Off Service
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Restroom on board
Coffee and/or Tea
Brunch
Please bring cash or credit card for any bar purchases
Please bring cash or credit card for any bar purchases
Rain Coats - if rain is forecasted please bring a coat.
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Purely Whitehaven: Full day tour to Whitehaven Beach
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Whitehaven Day I’ll Be Dreaming About for a Long Time
451juanitao,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had the most beautiful day on the Purely Whitehaven Day Tour a few days ago, and I’m still thinking about it. I was lucky enough to be the guest of Melissa Graham...one of the amazing crew, and she honestly went all out to make the day feel special. She was so warm, generous and thoughtful, and because of her, the whole experience felt even more memorable. The captain and rest of the crew were incredible as well. They were friendly, relaxed, professional and clearly knew exactly how to make everyone feel welcome and looked after. The whole day was just stunning. From the moment we headed out across that beautiful Whitsundays water, it felt like such a treat. Whitehaven Beach itself was absolutely breathtaking — that soft white sand, the unreal colour of the water, and that feeling of being somewhere truly special. Hill Inlet was spectacular. It is one of those places that almost doesn’t look real, even when you are standing there looking at it. The food was beautiful too. The catered morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea made the day feel really generous and well thought out. It was such a lovely touch to have everything taken care of so beautifully while we just got to relax and enjoy where we were. I also loved that doing a tour like this is a way of supporting the care and protection of the incredible national park we visited, and the raw, untouched beauty of the Whitsundays. Being there really reminds you how precious these places are, and how important it is that they are respected, protected and experienced thoughtfully. Every part of the tour felt easy, calm and beautifully organised, but still full of adventure and wonder. It was one of those days that leaves you feeling grateful — for the place, the people, the kindness, and the chance to experience something so incredibly beautiful. A huge thank you to Melissa, the captain and the whole crew for making it such an amazing day. I’ll remember it for a long time, and I’d happily recommend the Purely Whitehaven Day Tour to anyone wanting to experience Whitehaven, Hill Inlet and the wild beauty of the Whitsundays in a really special way. Juanita (Jubilee Pocket, QLD, Australia)
Amazing experience
300yur,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Extremely good adventure!!! The boat, crews, scene, weather… Everything is just perfect. Definitely would recommend to friends👍🏻
Life experience
X4480SJjasonc,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you for an awesome day out . Food was amazing. The Sealink team where great from start to finish
The best crew ever!
evelynsL1065AE,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing experience! The best crew ever 🧡
Fun day out cruising around the Whitsundays with a great crew
ambercoble13,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The whole crew was incredible and the day ran very smoothly. A big shout out to Jay, Flynn and Nat in particular who made the day that extra bit special. Going above and beyond to make sure everyone was looked after and catered for. Definitely recommend everyone experience this tour. Such a great way to see the islands and have a fun day out!
Best crew going round.
12tristane,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Honestly couldnt fault the whole experience. The day went so smoothly thanks to the crew. They went above and beyond to make sure every person was ok and taken care of and had a good time. Big shout out to Jay, Flynn and Nat especially! Highly recommend this to anyone wanting to have a good day and experience sites seeing this way
Incredible Experience, A Must Do!
824abbic,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an unreal day, easily one of the highlights of our East Aus trip! The crew were super friendly and easy to get along with, setting up a game of cricket on Whitehaven beach was such a fun touch. Huge shoutout to Jade and Flynn for bringing the vibes and having a laugh with us—made it especially great for a group of young adults.
Had the best time!
melmI8568LW,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing trip with an amazing crew! Really happy with the food selection. Amount of time on the beach was great, but could always stay longer!
Absolutely faultless, best day & best crew!
courteneye47,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutley incredible day out start to finish. The entire crew were so friendly, funny & accommodating, we really had the best time and felt so safe and looked after. Will 100000% be recommending and returning!
Great experience
evelynsL1065AE,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience and guides
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