Ocean Rafting Northern tour

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$249.00 per adult –
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E: bookings@airliebeachonline.com.au
P: +61 – 413 450 509
2 snorkel stops on this tour
- Airlie Beach Day Tour in the Whitsundays
- Northern Exposure –
- Departs at 8.45am and returns at 3.30pm
- 2 snorkel stops at Mantaray Bay, Maureen’s Cove (1.5 hours) and then it is onto the wonderful Hill Inlet to stretch the legs and take that magnificent photo over Whitehaven Beach. The northern exposure tour will take you to the northern end of Whitehaven Beach for up to 1.5 hours.
- Great for families, couples, singles, young at heart
- Not recommended in rough conditions if you have a bad back or pregnant
- 28 passengers
- Cancellations accepted up to 24 hour prior to departure date / time.
- The significant difference between the two tours is that the Northern Exposure offers more snorkelling time and the Southern Lights offers more beach time.
Inclusions
- Visit to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet
- Guided National Park walks
- Inner fringing coral reef snorkelling
- Personalised snorkel instruction
- Use of snorkel equipment, flotation devices, stinger suit
- Reef and island naturalist talks
- Courtesy bus pick up
- Lunch, tea, coffee and cake
- What to Bring
- A beach bag including a towel, hat and sand shoes.
- A sweater or jacket in the winter months to protect you from the wind and keep you warm after snorkelling.
- Cameras ideally in a waterproof case or Tupperware containers.
- Water, soft drinks, fruit juices, beer and chocolates as well as underwater cameras are for sale on board.
- A sense of humour is always welcome!
"Great Day" by Bindy
Ideal for those not wanting a smaller group. One of the few that takes you to the inlet so you pretty much have the area to yourselves away from all the other boats.
These prices below are valid for travel from 1st April 2026 to 31st March, 2027
RRP – $249.00 per adult
RRP – $168.00 per child (2-14yrs)
RRP – $749.00 per family (2 adults, 2 children)
We will match any discount price that you show us from other websites.
No credit card fees apply at time of booking.
Public holiday surcharge applies when travelling on a public holiday in Queensland, $20 per adult / $10 per child / $50 per family (2ad2ch)
Ocean Rafting’s fleet of five vessels are 11 metre semi-rigid inflatables, originally designed and built as rescue crafts and are driven by 500hp engines. Each vessel takes a maximum of 28 passengers, with small groups allowing you to experience tropical paradise away from the crowds and 70% of the vessel is shaded, providing comfort from the tropical sun. Your Skipper and Eco Host will ensure you have a fun filled adventure and personalised service, from the courtesy bus pick up in the morning to snorkel lessons and a guided National Park walk in the Whitsunday Islands.
Liability: Clients should note that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard our clients, we cannot be held responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of the clients which are beyond our control. A signed release will be required from all participants on departure. We recommend you take out travel insurance.