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Booking Eligibility

Please note that infants and children must be counted in the total number of passengers.

Children aged 0‑1 can join this activity for free.

Booking Restrictions

Group size: 4‑32 persons.

A minimum of 4 persons is required for this activity to proceed. If the minimum number is not met, an alternative date or a full refund will be arranged.

Important Notes

If 'Northern Journey', 'Southern Lights Journey', or 'Flying Raft Adventure' are scheduled on Australian public holidays (e.g., Christmas, New Year, Easter long weekends, etc.), a surcharge will be collected on‑site: AUD20 per adult, AUD10 per child, and AUD50 per family (2 adults and 2 children).

Warm Reminder

This activity is not suitable for bringing prams or wheelchairs.

Redemption Period

The voucher is valid only for the specified date and time.

Please use the voucher on the selected date and time.

Usage Method

Please present your e‑voucher.

Please present your voucher for direct entry.

Transfer Details

Hotel transfer details:

Complimentary shuttle service is included. All timings will be confirmed after booking.

Departing from Airlie Beach: Northern Journey at 08:45, Southern Lights Journey at 10:00, departing from Coral Sea Marina North Airlie Beach.

Guests joining the 'Northern Journey' can take the complimentary shuttle from their local accommodation between 07:45‑08:15.

Guests joining the 'Southern Lights Journey' can take the shuttle between 08:45‑09:30.

Guests joining the scenic flight and flight + rafting packages can enjoy complimentary shuttle transfers, with timings between 06:10‑13:45.

Please reconfirm the shuttle timing with your accommodation 24 hours in advance, or call Ocean Rafting at 07 4946 6848.

Meeting Point Details

No refunds for late arrivals or no‑shows.

Whitsunday Coast Airport.

Time: 07:00.

Address: 12 Air Whitsunday Rd, Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia.

How to get there: Located between the popular tourist destinations Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands, just an 8‑minute drive from the main street of Airlie Beach.

Cancellation policy
Cancellation
Conditional cancellation & changes apply.Eligible for refund or exchange if the following conditions are met.

Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the activity starts

In case of bad weather or force majeure, the supplier may cancel the trip and arrange a reschedule or a full refund

Product Details

Take a scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands for the best aerial views of the 74 islands in the archipelago

Visit must‑see spots including Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and secret snorkelling locations

Exclusive Whitsundays itinerary that goes directly to Hill Inlet Beach at Whitehaven Beach

Join a guided bushwalk to capture stunning photos of swirling silica sand and turquoise waters

Snorkel at different locations for a chance to see a wide variety of amazing marine life

The "Northern Exposure" option offers more snorkelling time, while "Southern Lights" gives you more beach time

The "Plane + Inflatable Boat" combo package lets you explore the Whitsundays from the air, on the water, and underwater in one day or over two days

Boat Route:

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[Itinerary Reference]:

Scenic Flight + Southern Lights Drift Tour (more time to enjoy Whitehaven Beach)

Departure: Meet at Whitsunday Airport. Available departure time: 08:30 (Please ensure you attend the activity at the time selected during booking)

Attractions/Activities: 8 hours, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, National Park Walk

Return: Arrive back at Whitsunday Airport. Available return time: 16:30 (subject to the departure time selected during booking and the duration of the tour)

Itinerary is subject to change based on traffic and weather conditions


Aurora Flight + Inflatable Boat Tour (more snorkelling time)

Departure: Meet at Whitsunday Airport. Available departure time: 07:00 (Please ensure you attend the activity at the time selected during booking)

Attractions/Activities: Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, National Park Walk

Return: Arrive back at Whitsunday Airport. Available return time: 15:30 (subject to the departure time selected during booking and the duration of the tour)

Itinerary is subject to change based on traffic and weather conditions

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Join a Whitsundays scenic flight and ocean drift adventure to experience the best of the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef in one day! Experience the ultimate destinations of the Whitsundays — Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and secret snorkelling spots.

Choose the "Northern Exposure" itinerary for more snorkelling fun, or the "Southern Lights" itinerary for more time on Whitehaven Beach during the drift tour.

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If you prefer snorkelling as your main activity, we recommend the "Northern Exposure" itinerary; if you prefer spending more time on the beach, we recommend the "Southern Lights" itinerary. The journey from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach may take 1 ‑ 1.5 hours, depending on wind, tides, swell, and weather conditions.

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Relax on Whitehaven Beach and enjoy the stunning views for a leisurely afternoon

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Take a scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands to see numerous islands and famous attractions

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Board an inflatable boat for an exciting ocean drift adventure!

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Capture beautiful coral reefs and seascapes from above, every shot is a perfect photo

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Fly in a comfortable fixed‑wing aircraft and take plenty of photos during the scenic flight through the wide windows

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Jump into the sea and enjoy snorkelling surrounded by marine life

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Explore secret snorkelling spots and famous coral reefs
Section iconMerchant Information
  • Merchant nameiconMerchant name
    Scenic Flight & Ocean Drift, Experience Fly & Raft Adventure
  • AddressiconAddress
    Whitsunday Airport (Shute Harbour) - Airlie Beach
  • CityiconCityQueensland
  • CategoryiconCategoryTickets
  • Latitude and longitude of addressiconLatitude and longitude of address
    148.755741,-20.278441
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Customer Reviews (10)100% Good Rating
4.5Overall Rating
  • Guest
    Guest
    2026
    CommentI hike the trails along this coast all the time so I wanted to see what they loo...
  • Guest
    Guest
    2026
    CommentCame here for our team offsite, we had a silly little bet going on who could spo...
  • Guest
    Guest
    2026
    CommentWent with a bunch of my uni mates, the plane ride was so thrilling we were whoop...
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I picked the Southern Lights itinerary, when do I need to show up at Whitsunday ...
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The Southern Lights tour departs from Whitsunday Airport at 08:30, make sure you...
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Is this tour accessible for travellers using wheelchairs?
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This activity is not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs, we recommend you cho...
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I’m staying at a hotel in Airlie Beach and booked the Northern Exposure tour, w...
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If you’re on the Northern Exposure itinerary, the free shuttle will pick you up...
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