Ocean Rafting - Northern Exposure
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Itinerary
Whitsunday Highlights
Group Leader
Experienced Local Guide
Whitsundays
Whitehaven Beach + Hill Inlet
Snorkelling
Snorkel Around Hook Island
Marine Life
Spot Underwater Creatures
Rainforest
Hill Inlet Lookout Bushwalk
Transport
Transfers Available
Locations
Two Beautiful Snorkel Spots
Overview
One of the best day trips to Whitehaven Beach is Ocean Rafting’s Northern Exposure. Jet over the Coral Sea towards the tropical Whitsunday Island and get ready for one action-packed day. Hike to the fabulous Hill Inlet Lookout, spend some time on the white silica sands of Whitehaven Beach, and take endless photos of this stunning island paradise!
This tour also includes 2 snorkeling sites around the nearby Hook Island. So you’ll get ample time to explore the underwater world and admire the colorful marine life of the Great Barrier Reef’s fringing reefs. You’ll be glowing after this adventurous day of sightseeing and snorkeling in the Whitsunday Islands!
- Full day tour of the Whitsundays onboard a speedy ocean raft vessel
- Visit the glorious Whitehaven Beach and admire the views from Hill Inlet Lookout
- Stop by the remote and stunning Hook Island and snorkel at 2 exclusive reef sites
- All high-quality snorkel gear included
Your Sample Itinerary
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Ocean Rafting BoatsWake up bright and early because your tour departs from the Coral Sea Marina at 8:45 am! Hop on board one of the iconic Ocean Rafting boats. These bright yellow vessels travel at fast speeds so you can see more in one day! Soak in the tropical scenery as the raft transports you smoothly over to Hook Island and Whitsunday Island for the day. Your knowledgeable local guides on board are there to answer any questions, and snacks and drinks are available for purchase (bring cash!). |
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Hook IslandYou’ll begin your adventure with two stops around Hook Island. One of the largest islands in the Whitsundays, Hook Island is surrounded by colorful coral reefs and an abundance of marine life. There are so many incredible snorkeling spots around here, such as Mantaray Bay and Maureen's Cove. Your expert local guides will choose the two snorkel destinations on the day of the tour, based on the tides and weather conditions. |
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SnorkelingOcean Rafting’s Northern Exposure puts an emphasis on snorkeling, as opposed to other Whitehaven Beach tours which only take you to one snorkeling location. So if you’re super excited to get underwater and explore the vibrant coral gardens of the Whitsundays, this may be the day trip for you! Though wildlife sightings are never 100% guaranteed, there is a good chance you’ll see lots of tropical fish, including Parrot Fish and Maori Wrasse. Sea Turtles are common to see as well, and in the winter months, you might see migrating whales in the distance! Cherish every moment of snorkeling in these pristine underwater ecosystems. |
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Whitehaven BeachAfter snorkeling at 2 different locations around Hook Island, hop back in your Ocean Rafting vessels and zip over to Whitsunday Island. Nestled on the eastern side of this massive, tropical island is Whitehaven Beach. Ocean Rafting is the only tour boat that has exclusive access to Hill Inlet itself, so you’ll get to explore even further inland than most tours! Enjoy some free time for strolling on the white silica sands and soaking in the Queensland sunshine. |
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Hill Inlet LookoutNext, embark on a guided walk up to Hill Inlet Lookout. The relatively easy bushwalk takes you through the lush green forest and up to an amazing lookout. With three different viewing platforms, you can enjoy all the best vantage points of Whitehaven Beach and the swirling sands of Hill Inlet. Keep your eyes peeled for lemon sharks and stingrays in the crystal-clear water below! After you’ve seen all the highlights, head back to Airlie Beach. |
What's Included?
- Full day Ocean Rafting tour
- Experienced local guide
- Marine park fees
- Guided walks and informative commentary
- Snorkelling gear (mask, snorkel, and fins)
- Courtesy transfers to/from select local accommodations
What's Extra?
*The "All-Inclusive" ticket includes lunch and sunsuit/wetsuit hire.
- Tropical Lunch Pack - $20
- Sunsuit/Wetsuit Hire - $8
- Prescription Mask Hire - $15
- Water
- Soft Drinks/Juice
- Beer/Cider
- Chocolate
Important Information
- Queensland Public Holidays incur a public holiday surcharge of $20 per adult, $10 per child and $50 per family (2ad and 2ch).
- Guests departing and returning to/from Daydream Island must book the "All-Inclusive" ticket and will incur a slightly shorter day than specified (approx. 20-30 minutes). Please let us know your wetsuit size upon booking.
- Ocean Rafting may use photographs of clients in promotional material, including but not limited to social media. If you do not consent please advise Ocean Rafting.
Check out the Ocean Rafting Southern Lights option for more time on Whitehaven Beach!
Terms and Conditions
Please read our terms and cancellations policy before booking your Ocean Rafting tour!
FAQs
Can I get a transfer to and from my accommodation?
Where do I meet for the tour?
Can I bring my own alcohol?
Is there a toilet on board?
What is the difference between Ocean Rafting’s Southern and Northern tours?
Is there a minimum age requirement for Ocean Rafting?
The minimum age requirement for travelling on Ocean Rafting tours is 6 Months Old.
Customer Reviews
Sarah L
Nov, 19 2024
Malena Blomstrand Sommer
Nov, 18 2024
The boat ride was so much fun and we went to some great spots. Initially really liked the crew but one of them were very condescending about stinger suits. I don’t think it’s morally correct to publicly talk down someone for not getting one, then lying about there being a high risk to get stung.
Elizabeth H
Nov, 18 2024
Wow what great day that was. The weather wasn't the best by the end of the day but the morning was great and we got to see Whitehaven just before the rain. food was great, crew were awesome .Such great fun
Geraldine Kelder
Nov, 18 2024
Wow! 10 knots, sunny, perfect conditions. Snorkeling at Manta Ray Bay and Butterfly Bay was so incredible, I saw about 30 species of fish and coral. Whitehaven beach was heavenly. Catered vegan meal. Then the music and raft experience so so super.
Linda Slade
Nov, 12 2024
Smoothest boat trip I have experienced in a long time. The boat flies over the water. No sea sickness - no damage to joints- just pure fun. Also took us to two of the best coral reefs I’ve visited. Company take good care of you. Highly recommend for ALL ages.
SAUL
Oct, 12 2024
What a way to spend the day, hard to imagine everything we packed into 7 hours. Snorkeling was the highlight, so many fishies!!
LingSong
Oct, 06 2024
Great adventure!Hope to have it again
Conzuela Brink
Sep, 13 2024
We had a great Day on the Trillar with Cash and Jessy with good catering on board. Visited the whitsundays which is paradise and visited a copple of amazing snorkel spots. Memories for life!!
Sabine Lindenthal
Aug, 05 2024
Absolut fantastic and with James and Heath we had the best tour-guides one can imagine. An unforgettable day!
Jim Thompson
Jul, 19 2024
Fantastic experience I’ve now done this 2 times
Pattariya Junkanak
Jul, 12 2024
I had the best experience here with friendly staff. Really recommend
KATHERIN CHRISTEN
Apr, 18 2024
A great experience for the whole family. The children (9&11 years) also enjoyed it very much. The childcare was very entertaining, very friendly and competent. the food was delicious, thank you very much for this day. we can only recommend it to others.
Lara Roth
Jan, 15 2024
It was a great experience! Can recommend going even if the weather isn't perfect. Fantastic snorkeling and beach spots!
Karine Fortin
Dec, 02 2023
Really great tour ! There was a lot of pepople in the same place but unless that I will recommend ocean rafting ! Our guide Tom was excellent !
Martina Meister
Nov, 12 2023
The pick up was more than half an hour late and I didn‘t got the information from which company it was so it was very confusing, the lunch meal was worse but the view on whiteheaven beach was amazing nice day
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Such a great day. I loved it. Crew were amazing and skipper was very knowledgable