Buy Soft Drinks + Alcohol
Visit Whitehaven Beach
Snorkel In Fringing Reefs
Colourful Marine Life
Paddleboarding
Hill Inlet Lookout Walk
Courtesy Transfers
Lunch + Snacks Included
Visit the crown jewel of the Whitsundays, Whitehaven Beach, aboard the speedy and comfortable Whitsunday Bullet! This day trip is a local favorite. Zip over to the stunning white silica sands of Whitehaven Beach and spend the day soaking in the natural beauty of Whitsunday Island!
Hike up to Hill Inlet Lookout for panoramic views, snorkel in the fringing reefs and see diverse marine life, and even have the chance to paddleboard on the crystal clear waters. You’ll visit both north and south Whitehaven Beach, and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch before cruising back to Airlie Beach at the end of the day.
Hop Aboard Whitsunday BulletDepart Airlie Beach at approximately 8:30am. Board the iconic Whitsunday Bullet, a fast power catamaran that travels at a speedy 25 knots! The Whitsunday Bullet also has BMW diesel engines, which are fuel-efficient and create a reduced carbon footprint. Enjoy a scenic speedboat ride over the turquoise waters of the Coral Sea and admire the lush green islands of the Whitsundays! You’ll head straight for Whitsunday Island, home of the world-famous Whitehaven Beach. |
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Explore Whitehaven BeachYou’ll know you’ve arrived in paradise when you catch a glimpse of Whitehaven Beach! With white silica sand that is velvety soft and doesn’t retain heat, and brilliant blue ocean water, this is one of the best beaches in the world! You’ll have free time to soak up the sun, swim in the protected lagoons, and stroll on the coastline during this day tour. The itinerary is flexible depending on weather conditions, but you will get to visit both north and south Whitehaven Beach. |
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Hike to Hill Inlet LookoutWhen you head over to north Whitehaven Beach, embark on a guided bushwalk up to Hill Inlet Lookout! The 700-meter hike is a gentle uphill stroll through the forest that is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. Situated on a headland north of Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, this is one of the best lookouts in the Whitsundays! Gaze over the swirling sands of Hill Inlet, where the white sands mix with the turquoise water to create a captivating view. There are three lookout platforms, each with a different perspective! |
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Try Water ActivitiesAfter your bushwalk to Hill Inlet Lookout, it’s time to hit the water! Your guides will bring you to a stunning snorkeling location where you can frolic amongst the marine life of the Great Barrier Reef. There will also be time to swim, snorkel, and paddleboard at Whitehaven Beach! The itinerary is flexible, depending on weather and ocean conditions. But all snorkel gear, wetsuits, and paddleboards are free to use, so definitely make use of them and spend some time in the refreshing water. |
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Enjoy a Buffet LunchTo refuel after a day of exploring Whitehaven, tuck into a delicious buffet lunch onboard Whitsunday Bullet. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets are catered for, just speak to the staff to ensure you have everything you need! Bring some spare change or your card if you want to purchase water, soft drinks, or alcohol on board. You can also bring your own snacks and drinks, just please don’t bring any glass. After a tasty lunch and a full day of excitement, head back to Airlie Beach and arrive around 4:30pm. |
Public Holiday Surcharge:
A once-off fee of $20 per person (payable at check-in) applies to departures on ALL public holidays:
You MUST reconfirm your booking by contacting Explore Whitsundays 72 hours prior to departure (contact details below).
Explore Whitsundays
Phone: +7 4967 7555
Email: res@explorewhitsundays.com
Please note that reconfirmation cannot be done through Sailing Whitsundays, and must be actioned directly through the Explore Whitsundays as above.
Check-In
Guests making their own way to the Coral Sea Marina South End must arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure. The Whitsunday Bullet Guest Services Team will be available 1 hour prior to departure to direct and assist you in locating and boarding your vessel, and to answer any additional questions.
Courtesy Transfers
Courtesy coach pickups are available from local accommodation houses from 7 am.
If your pickup has not been arranged, please contact our reservations team on (07) 4967 7555 for the closest pickup location and time.
Shortly after booking, you will receive an online check-in waiver, please complete this form at your earliest convenience. If you do not receive the link, please contact Explore Whitsundays as per above.
Please refer to our East Coast Tours Terms and Cancellations before booking your tour.
Return transfers, buffet lunch, morning and afternoon snacks, snorkel equipment, stinger suits, all marine park taxes, stand up paddleboards are all included
Pack a small bag with anything you'd usually take to the beach- towel, suncream, sunglasses, hat, re-usable water bottle, swimwear, camera and some money if you're wishing to buy any soft drinks on board
Whitsunday Bullet is a speed catamaran making it an unsuitable trip for some, for example, those with back injuries or those who find it difficult to disembark a boat via ladder.
If you have any conditions, injuries or physical disabilities, please chat with our staff to ensure this is the right tour for you.
Yes, the minimum age for Bullet is 2 years and above.
There are soft drinks available to purchase, as well as bottled water
You'll visit both ends of Whitehaven, Hill Inlet lookout, and also a snorkelling spot which will be decided on the day
Yes, snorkels and masks included. Stinger suits are also provided during stinger season if you need one.
Yes, a courtesy transfer is included from select local accommodations. Please let us know where you would like to be picked up at the time of booking.
Special diets are not specifically catered for, so anyone can bring their own snacks if they are not satisfied with the provided menu.
No, only water and soft drinks will be available for purchase on board. You can bring your own if you choose, just no glass.
Janice Britten
Dec, 22 2024
Anika De Groos
Dec, 20 2024
Loved the paddle boards!! Lunch was really nice and fresh too, even for me who is a picky eater I got to build my own. Would defo recommend, 5 stars.
Julien Margat
Dec, 19 2024
Really nice and good advices for snorkelling beginners !
Nollette Darcy
Dec, 14 2024
Our family all agreed that this was quite possibly the highlight of our whole trip, hill inlet was stunning, bullet staff were very friendly and efficient, Whitehaven beach was stunning. Kids got to snorkel….. absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. Lunch was also delish!
Janelle
Dec, 11 2024
We had a great day out on the Whitsundays. Food was yum and snorkelling was scary but fun.
Lucyanne Valinoti
Dec, 10 2024
The Whitsunday Bullet is the best Tour in the Whitsundays!! The crew were amazing, knowledgeable and a good time, prioritising everyone’s safety.
Annette Malone
Dec, 09 2024
It was such an amazing day!! We saw plenty of fish and coral on our snorkel, ate a wonderful lunch on Whitehaven & the Hill Inlet really stole the show! Pound for pound it is probably the best day boat on the Whitsundays
Simone Ashmore
Dec, 07 2024
Great day trip, would do it again
Deirdre Moroney
Dec, 02 2024
Good overall, good guide, we had a nice day
Sharon Despy
Nov, 30 2024
It was a truly memorable experience, we had the best day the crew were exceptionally helpful and very funny too making the trip great fantastic
Hans Foitz
Nov, 22 2024
Amazing the crew on the Bullet has the best attitude and service. All the views food and tour were perfect! THANK YOU
Gary Culliford
Nov, 21 2024
Had the best day, the snorkeling was lovely but the high light of the trip was Whitehaven beach. I have never seen anything like it-stunning. then had two hours on a gorgeous beach . The staff were brilliant and the lunch was really lovely, all in all a great day and would definitely recommend it.
Kieran Watson
Nov, 20 2024
The bullet was great. The food provided was good. Unfortunately the weather wasn't that great for snorkeling
Kerri Bruce
Nov, 20 2024
We had a fantastic day out. I loved the snorkeling, swimming at Whitehaven and the amazing view at Hill Inlet. I would have preferred to eat lunch on the beach but it was served on the boat. We had perfect weather. It was so much fun! Amazing!
Hannah
Nov, 17 2024
We had an awesome day, we loved the snorkelling, lunch was yummy. Whitehaven was so pretty and we enjoyed spending time on the beach at the south end. The look out was great we got some nice photos.
Great day out with some stunning views Only negative was snorkelling,, we were not told where to swim to see the reef, a guy on another boat told us where to swim hence some people didn’t see anything