Whitehaven Beach Rafting Adventure

FromA$249
7 hours
Airlie Beach, Australia

About this activity

Experience a thrilling rafting journey to Whitehaven Beach, snorkel in vibrant coral reefs, and savor a tropical lunch on the beach, all in a single day.

Highlights

  • Raft to Whitehaven Beach's pristine sands
  • Snorkel in vibrant coral reefs
  • Enjoy a beachside tropical lunch
  • Explore secluded snorkeling spots
  • Witness breathtaking coastal views

Full description

Set off on an exhilarating rafting adventure to the world-renowned Whitehaven Beach, famous for its powdery white sands and crystal-clear waters. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to snorkel in vibrant coral reefs, discovering a kaleidoscope of marine life. After working up an appetite, indulge in a tropical-style lunch on the beach, surrounded by breathtaking coastal views. This day trip offers a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and natural beauty, ensuring memories that will last a lifetime.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided rafting tour to Whitehaven Beach
  • Snorkeling at secret locations
  • Tropical-style lunch on the beach
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions; cancellations may occur due to severe weather.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable swimwear and bring a towel.
  • Bring a waterproof camera to capture underwater moments.
  • Apply reef-safe sunscreen to protect the environment.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • Please back in a small bag swimwear, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, refillable water bottle and comfortable walking shoes
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Traveler reviews

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Can’t recommend this tour enough!!

Every part of our Ocean Rafting Whitsundays day tour was absolutely perfect from start to finish! We would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Airlie Beach — it really is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and one of the highlights of our trip. The Whitsundays themselves are incredible, from the breathtaking views and crystal-clear water to the amazing snorkelling, but what truly made the day so special was the crew. Dalton, Georgie and Brad were absolutely fantastic and went above and beyond throughout the entire day to make sure everyone was having an amazing time. They were friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable and incredibly attentive, while also making sure everyone felt safe and comfortable. You could tell they genuinely cared about giving everyone the best possible experience, and their energy and enthusiasm made such a difference to the atmosphere on the boat. They were brilliant at keeping everyone involved, answering questions and making sure nobody missed out. The snorkelling was incredible, the views were unforgettable and the lunch was great — but having such an amazing crew tying the whole experience together made the day even better. A huge thank you to Dalton, Georgie and Brad for an unforgettable day and for putting so much effort into making it such a fun, safe and memorable experience for everyone. You are a credit to Ocean Rafting and clearly a fantastic team! We genuinely can’t recommend Ocean Rafting enough. If you’re visiting Airlie Beach, do this tour! You won’t regret it. 💙🌊

654taliacOct 1, 2026TRIPADVISOR

An amazing Ocean Rafting...

An amazing Ocean Rafting experience! The crew were friendly, professional and full of energy. The boat ride was exciting, the scenery around the Whitsundays was absolutely beautiful, and the whole day was very well organised. I especially loved the snorkelling and visiting Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet. Definitely one of the highlights of my trip!

Qingyi_RSep 29, 2026VIATOR

Great day out

Had a lovely day out, despite the warning for 1.5-2mtr swell the ride was still quite smooth so dont let the big swell deter you. Our guides Chris & Georgie were great, kept the vibes up all day and were just lovely people. The price is up there but you do get the whole day out with lunch & afternoon snack included so worth it. We had a full boat the day we went but it wasn't over crowded. My daughters 9 & 14 had a ball and were amazed at how beautiful everything is. Highly recommend 👌🏻

sarahtK61ECSep 27, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Had a Ball

Absolute great experience - from the staff picking us up, check in and our skipper for Thunderstruck (name of boat) Josh and helper Ally were just the best! Had a ball and would highly recomend.

brettlQ9076CISep 27, 2026TRIPADVISOR

10/10 AUS experience.

Brilliant experience. An absolute must if you’re in Aus. Georgie and Chris were brilliant hosts they made the whole experience brilliant. A memorable day.

797meganoSep 26, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Please back in a small bag swimwear, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, refillable water bottle and comfortable walking shoes Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking