Viper: Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Including Whitehaven Hill Inlet

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Viper is the only tour fast enough to get you to the hero destinations all in one day! No other tour can have you snorkelling on the outer Great Barrier Reef, doing the Hill Inlet bushwalking, and relaxing on Whitehaven Beach itself, in just a single day.

Our Marine Biologist on board conducts a guided snorkel safari on the reef for those who are interested. The spacious swim platform and in-water stairs make getting in and out of the water easy.

Our Rolls Royce jets offer comfortable cruising speeds of around 36 knots, with very little environmental impact.

Due to the speed and manoeuvrability of the boat, all passengers MUST be 130cm or taller to ride.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Due to the speed of the vessel, no children under 130cm permitted.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Morning and afternoon tea are also included

WiFi on board

Lunch includes a selection of fresh salads, cold cuts of meat, and a bread roll

Use of Snorkelling equipment

We have an in-built water filtration station so guests can bring their own bottle and refill throughout the day with pure, fresh water

Restroom on board

There is no alcohol sold on Viper. Guests may bring a couple of cans if desired, no glass, no drinking before snorkelling, drinking while underway is not advised. Guest to look after their own drinks.

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Viper: Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Including Whitehaven Hill Inlet

Reviews

4.54

28 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Good tour if you want to see the reef as well.
avigoa,
Dec 30, 2024
- Viator
5.00
We went to the reef first ( captain’s decision). It takes about an hour to get there and it can be bumpy. Several people felt sick and were moved to the back ( asked to switch seats with others as all seats in use ). The boat itself is quick, but there isn’t much space to put anything, so keep it light ( towel, sunscreen, small bag at most) once at the reef everything was good. The reef is pretty healthy, we saw plenty of different types of fish, but no sharks, rays, or eels unfortunately. There was a pretty good current, but manageable if you are a good swimmer. After the reef, there was another not quite as long ride to Whitehaven Beach. Here we had lunch, which was fine, and then given a nice amount of time on the beach. Afterwards we took a short ride to the Hill Inlet lookout for the really amazing view. After this it was a relatively easy ride back to the start of our trip. If you can, scuba dive the reef, that is better in my opinion. I have and would do that separately. Then, take another trip to Whitehaven if I were to do this again. That being said, if you are short on time this is a good option. I did it for my daughter, who had never been to the Great Barrier Reef before.
Awesome experience
Tanya M,
Dec 11, 2024
- Viator
5.00
The guides were so knowledgeable and made sure everyone had fun no matter what their experience level was also the food was superior to any tour I’ve been on. Lots of time at the beach and to snorkel the boat ride was amazing. This was my favourite tour we literally saw everything in a day having the fastest boat made such a difference. We went to a few extra spots and saw way more than advertised thanks to the experienced captain. Things I was worried about were the seats on the boat but they were super padded and comfortable.
A once in a life time experience just beyond amazing
Erik F,
Dec 9, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Absolutely amazing experience, we snorkelled the great barrier reef seeing the most amazing fish 🐠 then went to hill inlet and walked to the lookouts with spectacular views back to the boat for buffet style linch then onto Whitehaven beach where my partner proposed to me on his birthday 💕 💍of course i said yes ♥️such an amazing day . The staff were all so amazing.
We had a good time
Dennis G,
Nov 22, 2024
- Viator
4.00
Hill inlet Whitehaven beach , disappointed at the care given to my partner Fran who stated she was not a swimmer and trying to get of the back deck of the boat injured her knee then became overwhelmed by what happened and didn’t go back in , I would have thought someone would have helped her in as I was in the water ready for her to come in , she did state that she was not a swimmer but felt confident enough with her vest , noddle and knowing i was in the water waiting for her , something to think about on your next outing .
Trip was as good as...
MarieChristine D,
Oct 18, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Trip was as good as discribed. Skipper adjusted tour to tides, so we got the best views. Great crew, good food. Would do it again any time.