Guide to Stinger season safety in the Whitsunday

Soar above the Whitsundays and Heart Reef on a 65-minute flight for unbeatable aerial views.

• Everything you get: A 65-minute panoramic flight over the Whitsundays, Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, the Great Barrier Reef, and Heart Reef. Enjoy pilot commentary, round-trip transfers from 2 locations, free airport parking, and a pre-flight lounge with tea, coffee, and water.
• Why choose this: The only flight that showcases the iconic Heart Reef and swirling sands of Hill Inlet in one journey—perfect for photographers and nature lovers!

Inclusions #

• 65-minute scenic flight

• Courtesy round-trip transfers from Airlie Beach or Port of Airlie

• Headsets and live in-flight commentary from the pilot

• Window seats for all passengers

• Access to air-conditioned lounge

• Water, coffee, and tea on request

• All fees and taxes

• Free airport car parking

What to bring

• Bring sunglasses and a camera.
• Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at check-in.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on board the aircraft.
• Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
• Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited on the premises.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
• If the weather is unsuitable, the flight will be rescheduled or refunded if rescheduling is not possible.
• Seating is arranged for optimal aircraft weight and balance; specific seat requests cannot be accommodated.
• Arrive at your designated pickup or meeting point on time; the van and flight will not wait for late passengers.
• If you are late and miss your flight, no refunds will be provided.
• Free car parking is available at the airport for self-drive guests.
• Pregnant women and guests who suffer from any medical conditions are encouraged to seek medical advice prior to any flight.

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hats, & sunscreen
• Camera
• Light jacket/jumper for windy, wet, or cool days (warmer jacket for winter)
• Cash/card to pay for drinks from the bar (if desired)

What’s not allowed

• BYO drinks & alcohol
• Smoking/vaping

Accessibility

• Not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• The boat is equipped with a toilet for your convenience.
• Alcoholic drinks can be purchased at the onboard bar with either cash or card. You are not allowed to carry your own beverages.
• Infants do not need to wear a life jacket while on the boat. If you are planning to bring a pram, please inform the staff in advance.

Inclusions #

Sundowner Cruise

• 2-hour Sundowner sunset cruise from Airlie Beach

• Snacks & quick bites

• A glass of sparkling wine/soft drink on arrival

• 48-seater shaded catamaran with a fully licensed bar

• Stinger suit

• Turtle spotting

Sundowner Cruise + Wine & Dine

• 2-hour Sundowner sunset cruise from Airlie Beach

• Dinner at Sorrento Restaurant and Bar with reserved seating (menu here)

• A cocktail of your choice

• 2-course meal (choose either entree & main, or main & dessert)

• Snacks & quick bites

• A glass of sparkling wine/soft drink on arrival

• 48-seater shaded catamaran with a fully licensed bar

• Stinger suit

• Turtle spotting

Exclusions #

• Drinks from the bar (additional cost)

Ride a jet ski from Airlie Beach with expert guidance and stunning island views.

• Everything you get: Zoom across Airlie Beach’s tropical waters on a 1.5‑hour guided jet ski tour, with scenic views of coastal bays and marine life. All riding gear is included, plus round‑trip transfers and free photos from your ride uploaded to Facebook after the tour.
• Why choose this: Perfect for thrill-seekers who want to explore the Whitsundays with expert guidance, scenic views, and no gear or experience needed.

Inclusions #

• 1.5-hour guided jet ski tour from Airlie Beach

• Experienced tour guide

• Live commentary

• Marine wildlife sightings

• All riding apparel (including life jackets, stinger suits, rash tops/thermal tops, wetsuit shorts, polarised sunglasses, riding hats, and sunscreen)

• Round-trip bus transfers (within the Airlie Beach area)

• Bottled water

• Photos of your trip (uploaded to Facebook)

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes, a towel, sunglasses, hats, & sunscreen
• Camera
• Casual clothes

What’s not allowed

• Max weight per jet ski: 200kg
• Max participants per jet ski: 1-2 persons
• Minimum age of the driver: 16 years
• Minimum age of the passenger: 8 years

Accessibility

• Not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• A reasonable level of fitness is required for this experience.
• A safety briefing will be conducted before the experience begins. Please pay close attention to the briefing.
• Guests under 18 years must have an indemnity form signed by a parent or guardian before the tour.

See the reef without getting wet on a stable glass-bottom boat—day or night options available.

• Everything you get: Hop aboard a fully shaded glass-bottom boat with expert commentary, a licensed bar, and views of coral gardens and reef wildlife. Choose a daytime cruise with a scenic lookout stop or a night tour with UV lights that reveal the reef in a whole new way.
• Why choose this: Perfect for reef lovers who’d rather stay dry while spotting turtles, rays, and vibrant coral through a glass-bottom window.
• Upgrades: The day tour includes a scenic photo stop at Lions Lookout, where you can capture stunning panoramic views of Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays.

Inclusions #

Day Tour + Lions Lookout Stop

• 70-minute glass-bottom boat tour from Airlie Beach

• Fully-shaded glass-bottom boat with a licensed bar on board

• Photo stop at Lions Lookout

• Expert captain & crew

• Live commentary

• Courtesy bus transfers (from select locations)

• All safety gear, including stinger suits

Night Tour

• 1-hour glass-bottom boat tour from Airlie Beach

• Fully-shaded glass-bottom boat with a licensed bar on board and underwater UV lights

• Expert captain & crew

• Live commentary

• Courtesy bus transfers (from select locations)

• All safety gear, including stinger suits

Exclusions #

• Drinks from the bar (additional cost)

What to bring

• Camera

What’s not allowed

• Strollers
• Prams

Accessibility

• Not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• The boat is equipped with 2 toilets for your convenience.
• Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks can be purchased at the onboard bar.

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hats, & sunscreen
• Swimwear & towels
• Camera
• Light jacket/jumper for windy, wet, or cool days (warmer jacket for winter)
• Reusable water bottle

What’s not allowed

• Glassware
• Red wine (as it may stain the boat’s surface)

Accessibility

• Not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• If you wish to snorkel, you must be able to swim. If you are a weak swimmer or a non-swimmer, this activity might be too dangerous.
• Please bring your own soft drinks, juice, or alcohol, as there is no option to purchase them on board.
• Please note that this tour does not go to Whitehaven Beach.
• If you’re planning to bring your own drinks, you don’t need to carry an esky. You can use the cold refrigerated drinks cabinet on board.
• Vegetarian meal options are available. Please contact the tour operator and inform them of your dietary preference in advance.

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 #

• Soft drinks, juice, or alcohol

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hats, & sunscreen
• Swimwear & towels
• Camera
• Light jacket/sweater (for windy days)

Accessibility

• Not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• This experience includes bushwalking, snorkelling, and climbing in and out of tenders. Therefore, a moderate level of fitness and agility is recommended.
• If you wish to snorkel the fringing reef from the Camira, you must have adequate swimming abilities as there are no flotation devices available.

Inclusions #

• Sailing adventure through the Whitsundays to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet

• Morning & afternoon tea

• BBQ lunch with soft drinks & water

• Guided walk to Hill Inlet Lookout

• Snorkelling at Mackerel Bay (inner fringing reef)

• Snorkelling equipment & stinger suits

• Beer & wine (from 11am)

• Beach activities

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hats, & sunscreen
• Swimwear & towels
• Camera
• Light jacket/jumper for windy, wet, or cool days (warmer jacket for winter)
• Cash/card to pay for soft drinks or water bottles (if desired)

Accessibility

• Not suitable for pregnant women, guests with back problems, mobility impairments, heart problems, or pre-existing medical conditions, and non-swimmers.
• Minimum height requirement: 130cm
• Not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• The bushwalk to Hill Inlet Lookout requires a reasonable fitness level as it consists of many stone steps.
• If weather conditions are unfavourable, there may be an alternate route to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.
• If you wish to snorkel, you must be able to swim. If you are a weak swimmer or a non-swimmer, this activity might be too dangerous.

Inclusions #

• 9-hour guided snorkel safari at Bait Reef Lagoon & Stepping Stones

• Lunch & snacks

• Filtered water

• Fastest boat in the Whitsundays, powered by Rolls-Royce jets

• Guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout

• Marine biologist crew

• Floating croc pad & slide at South Whitehaven Beach

• Snorkelling equipment, stinger suits, wetsuits, & flotation devices

Exclusions #

• Soft drinks and water bottles (additional cost)

Experience the only Whitsundays cruise with a floating beach club vibe and unlimited beach-to-boat transfers.

• Everything you get: Cruise aboard a high‑speed catamaran with sun lounges, an onboard bar, and buffet lunch. Enjoy unlimited transfers to Whitehaven Beach, wander on soft silica sands, or join a guided walk to South Whitehaven Lookout before returning at your own pace.
• Why choose this: Luxury beach time with flexible transfers and premium comforts, perfect for those who want to set their own pace at Whitehaven.
• Upgrades: Add a dedicated snorkelling boat adventure to Border Island Reef with all gear and instruction included.

Inclusions #

• Full-day cruise from Airlie Beach

• Unlimited on-demand transfers between the boat & the beach

• High-speed A/C “SuperCat” catamaran with sun lounges, bathrooms, & onboard bar

• South Whitehaven Lookout guided walk

• Buffet lunch (menu here)

• Stinger suit

• Guided snorkel tour at Border Island Reef (inner fringing reef) (based on selected option)

• Snorkelling equipment & flotation devices (based on selected option)

Exclusions #

• Drinks (additional cost)

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hats, & sunscreen
• Camera
• Jacket
• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Reusable water bottle

Accessibility

• Not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• The boat is equipped with onboard washrooms for your convenience.
• Snorkelling is a physical activity. If you’ve opted for it, you must be a confident swimmer and have a certain level of fitness to participate.
• Alcoholic drinks can be purchased at the onboard bar.
• There is a coffee machine onboard. You can prepare a cup of coffee at an additional cost.