📍 Airlie Beach | ⏱ 8 hours | 🏷 Water activity | ⭐ 4.6 (548 reviews)
Visit the world-famous silica sands of Whitehaven Beach on a full-day Whitsundays tour from Airlie Beach. Walk to South Whitehaven Lookout. Optional snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
About This Tour
Discover Whitehaven Beach with ZigZag Whitsundays
Explore the beauty of Whitehaven Beach with two ticket options aboard Super Flyer, the newest vessel in the Whitsundays. This high-speed, 80-passenger boat features air-conditioned indoor seating, 2 bathrooms, 2 changing rooms and spacious outdoor areas with sun loungers, and unlimited boat-to-beach transfers, making it the perfect choice for a comfortable and flexible adventure.


Please Note! – Both ticket options travel on the same boat and tour on Super Flyer.
2 Ticket Options
Whitehaven Beach All Day:
Spend the day relaxing on the pristine sands of Whitehaven Beach.
Includes unlimited boat-to-beach transfers, a guided walk to the South Whitehaven Lookout, and a buffet lunch served onboard.
Whitehaven Beach + Snorkel:
Enjoy everything included in the all-day beach ticket, plus a snorkelling adventure. Snorkel at one of the Whitsundays’ vibrant reef locations with gear and expert guidance provided. Guests are transferred to the snorkel site on ZigZag’s original fast boat, featuring fold-down stairs for easy water access.
Whitehaven Beach + Snorkelling is suitable for children 4+. IMPORTANT: Infants can still join this ticket, but Parents will snorkel at different times, allowing one parent to always be with the infant on Superflyer or at Whitehaven Beach.
Tour Highlights
- South Whitehaven Lookout: Take a guided walk to this breathtaking viewpoint, offering panoramic views of Whitehaven Beach and the surrounding islands.
- Unlimited Beach Transfers: A Whitsundays First! Move freely between the boat and the beach throughout the day.
- Snorkelling Tickets: Explore vibrant coral reefs and marine life, suitable for all experience levels.
- Comfort & Style: Super Flyer offers a smooth, stable ride with indoor air conditioning and outdoor relaxation areas.
- Buffet Lunch & Refreshments: Enjoy a delicious meal served onboard, along with light snacks.
- The tour caters to vegans, vegetarians, and those who are gluten-free and lactose-free.
Why Choose ZigZag Whitsundays?
- New Vessel: Super Flyer is designed for comfort and speed, making it perfect for all ages.
- Flexible Options: Ideal for families and groups with snorkellers and non-snorkellers.
- Eco-Friendly: Active participants in Great Barrier Reef conservation.
- Local Expertise: Owned and operated by a marine biologist family from Airlie Beach with deep knowledge of the Whitsundays.
- Discover Whitehaven Beach for up to 4 hours.
- Take a guided bushwalk to the Whitehaven Beach South Lookout for 120-degree views of the Whitsunday Islands and all seven kilometres of Whitehaven Beach.
With experienced marine-qualified guides trained in snorkelling safety, first aid, and O2, you can rest assured that safety is our top priority. Every crew member is trained by a marine Biologist (the boat owner) to ensure the highest sustainable marine practices are carried out on each tour.
What’s Included
- Entry to Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven Beach, and South Whitehaven Lookout
- Unlimited beach-to-beach transfers
- Water refills (bring your own bottle)
- Wetsuit/stinger suit
- Buffet lunch and snacks
- Snorkel gear (if snorkel option selected)
- Air-conditioned seating and sun loungers
- 2 Bathrooms + 2 Changing Rooms
- Professional crew
- Free tour photos
- Fuel Surcharge, National Parks Entry Fee, Environmental Management Charge (EMC Reef Tax)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Alcohol and coffee (available for purchase onboard)
