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Join us on the "Adventure of a lifetime" around the crystal clear turquoise and untouched waters of the Whitsunday Islands. Departing Airlie Beach you will board "Thundercat" a certified climate action leader and custom-built vessel to suit your next adventure - say goodbye to seasickness!
During this action-packed day you will explore the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, climb to Hill Inlet lookout and snorkel two epic locations on the Great Barrier Reef. Of course, during all of these activities, we will also provide snacks, water and a buffet-style lunch !!
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Unfortunately we are unable to cater to dietary requirements. If our menu is not satisfactory passengers are welcome to bring their own snacks.
Children under two years old MUST be pre-approved by the operator before ticket purchase and supply own lifejacket.
A ticket MUST be purchased for anyone 12 months and over
Recommended for fit & able travellers who are physically capable of boarding via ladders
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Buffet Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Snacks
National Park fees
Expert Local driver/guide with live commentary on board
Pickup & drop-off from designated Airlie Beach meeting points.
All activities and use of snorkeling equipment (mask & snorkel)
Drinks
Prescription Masks
Snorkel equipment doesn't include fins
Pickup included
Operated by Red Cat Adventures
2,600 reviews
Jo D,
Jan 16, 2025
It was a fabulous holiday🏝️🌊🩵experiencing snorkelling and swimming with fish, the tour guide member -Lacos and amber were very entertaining,friendly, informative and jolly, we had the best time; thank you all✨we will b back again😄.
kateryna m,
Jan 16, 2025
An amazing adventure from the moment we got picked up. Wonderful staff, 2 incredible snorkelling spots, high safety standards. My daughter had a special ride towards the snorkelling spot as she was apprehensive at first but Les Vegas made her feel safe and comfortable, so she ended having a blast snorkelling with me and my sis.
Johannes M,
Jan 15, 2025
The tour is okay overall, don't expect anything special. It's a lot of people because they put 3-4 boats with 40 people each and take you to the same spot on the beach and the same snorkeling spots. For the beach this is ok, but for snorkeling you are in a small bay with 120+ people which is not very optimal. Also the snorkeling spots are not very good in my opinion, the water was kind of dirty and you don't see many fish. Wouldn't do the tour again.
YUKO K,
Jan 8, 2025
I took the tour on January 8, 2025. Our tour was truly unforgettable! Traveling with our kids, aged 7 and 12, we initially felt a bit apprehensive, but any worries quickly faded as the experience turned out to be absolutely wonderful. The first snorkeling spot required quite a bit of swimming, but the crew was incredibly attentive and ensured we felt safe and comfortable throughout. While we’ve snorkeled before in places like Mexico, Hawaii, and the Maldives, those experiences were just right off the beach and didn’t demand much swimming. This was our first time snorkeling in the open ocean, and we now have a newfound appreciation for the importance of good health and basic swimming skills when exploring the underwater world. The second snorkeling spot was absolutely amazing! It was much easier, as we could jump right off the boat into crystal-clear waters teeming with a lot of vibrant fish—an unforgettable experience. Whitehaven Beach was spectacular. It was a bit hard to climb up many stairs to the lookout, but the panoramic views from the top made it all worthwhile. Thank you!
Danielle T,
Jan 5, 2025
Everyone needs to book this tour asap!! This was the highlight of our trip and we wished we booked it for every day we were in Airlie Beach. The snorkel was INCREDIBLE! So so many different types and colors of fish and we even saw a reef shark. The boat ride to the reef was smooth and when we docked for lunch on the boat, the boat didn’t even rock. The second part of the trip going to the Whitehaven Beach was fabulous! From all the views to swimming in the water surrounded by stingrays, this was amazing! Highly recommend!! The capital and crew for this tour were super sweet and very knowledgeable as well. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!