Snorkeling in the Whitsundays is about as easy and exciting as it gets. Instead of sticking to the shallows, tours take you out to reefs where turtles cruise by and parrotfish nibble at the coral. Everything’s sorted for you. From gear, stinger suits, and even a guide who knows exactly where to look. Most trips include two snorkel stops and a meal on board, with the choice of a morning cruise for clear water or an afternoon one that ends with a sunset.
Not at all. Tours welcome beginners and provide flotation vests, a quick technique lesson, and a shallow practice area before heading out. Lifeguards and crew are always nearby to keep an eye on the group.
Fringing reefs usually sit between 2–6 meters, perfect for snorkellers. At outer-reef walls, the seabed drops away, but snorkellers remain in the top 5 meters where visibility is best.
You might spot small reef sharks, which are harmless to snorkellers. They’re a normal part of the reef ecosystem and usually glide by without notice.
If you can manage with contact lenses, that’s the easiest option. Otherwise, some boats carry prescription masks in limited strengths. Best to request ahead of time.
April to October usually brings cooler water, calm seas, and excellent visibility. From November to May, stinger suits are required, but the reef life is just as active.
The only tour with direct access to Hill Inlet beaches in Whitehaven, with your choice of more snorkelling or more beach time.
Inclusions
Full-day cruise from Airlie Beach
Guided National Park walk
Snorkelling at Border Island (inner fringing reef) with personalised instruction (Southern Lights tour)
Snorkelling at Mantaray Bay and Maureens Cove (inner fringing reefs) with personalised instruction (Northern Exposure tour)
Reef and island naturalist talks by expert guides
Round-trip bus transfers
Stinger suit, snorkelling equipment & flotation devices
60-minute reef and island scenic flight with guaranteed window seats (based on selected option)
Tropical lunch pack (based on selected option)
Exclusions
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (additional cost)
Snacks (additional cost)
Sail the Whitsundays on a luxe catamaran with small guest numbers, reef snorkelling & gourmet food.
Inclusions
6-hour Whitsunday Islands sailing tour
Morning tea platter
Lunch (including seafood)
60-foot catamaran with fully air-conditioned lounge interior, sundeck, jacuzzi, & shaded below-deck
Audio system with 3-zoned Spotify Premium
Experienced captain and crew
Tea, coffee, & cold filtered drinking water
Snorkelling at Hook Island Reef (inner fringing reef)
Snorkelling gear, stinger suit & wetsuit
Noodles/buoyancy jackets
Standup paddleboards and double clear-bottom kayaks
Exclusions
Enjoy an award-winning Whitsundays sailing adventure with snorkelling, banana boat rides, and a fresh lunch.
Inclusions
Full-day cruise from Airlie Beach
Snorkelling at Langford Reef (inner fringing reef)
Banana boat ride
Lunch and snacks (menu here)
Lycra suit, stinger suit (during summer months), & wetsuit (during winter months) for hire
Snorkelling equipment (mask & snorkel only)
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.