Short on time but still want to tick Whitehaven Beach off your bucket list? The Half Day Dash with Ocean Rafting is the perfect way to experience the Whitsundays’ most iconic sights in just a few unforgettable hours.
This exhilarating half-day tour takes you on a thrilling ride to the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, where you’ll walk along its pristine silica sands and join a guided bushwalk through the Whitsunday Islands National Park. At Hill Inlet Lookout, you’ll witness the breathtaking fusion of swirling sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters — one of Australia’s most photographed views.
We offer the ultimate access to the Hill Inlet beach, giving you time to explore the shoreline, swim in the turquoise shallows, or simply relax and soak in the beauty.
With small group sizes, this tour offers a more personal, immersive experience — perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and beachgoers seeking a peaceful escape into paradise.
Itinerary is subject to change based on tides, wind, and weather conditions.
Check in: 7.30am
Departs: 8:00am from Hamilton Island
Returns: 12:00pm to Hamilton Island
OR
Check in: 12:00pm
Departs: 12:30pm from Hamilton Island
Returns: 4:30pm to Hamilton Island
Visit to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet
Morning or Afternoon Tea
Informative Eco host
Guided National Park walk
Sunsuit and floatation devices
Camera
Swimwear and towel (please ensure you’re wearing your swimwear beneath your clothes; there is minimal space to change on board the vessel)
Refillable water bottles
Hat, sunscreen and shoes (thongs or sandals suitable)
Warm clothing (especially in the months between May to November)
Cash/ Credit Card for onboard purchases (soft drinks, juices, ice tea, wine, beer, cider, chocolate, chips)
A sense of adventure!
Adult: $195 (15 years and over)
Child: $115 (2-14 years, Infants 0-23 months old free of charge)
Family: $535(2 adults and 2 children)
Cancellations made more than 24 hours before departure receive a 95% refund (minus a 1.6% card surcharge). Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
