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CRUISE
PRODUCT INFORMATION GUIDE
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PONTOON
(REEFSUITES,
OUTER GREAT BARRIER REE F REEFSLEEP &
GREAT BARRIER
REEF ADVENTURE)
GREAT BARRIER REEF VESSEL CRUISE ROUTE
RESORT CONNECTIONS
WHITEHAVEN BEACH CRUISE ROUTE
CAMIRA CRUISE ROUTE HAYMAN
ISLAND
AIRPORT
WELCOME TO THE GREAT
BARRIER REEF HOOK
THE 74 WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS LIE BETWEEN THE NORTHEAST ISLAND
COAST OF QUEENSLAND AND THE GREAT BARRIER REEF, A MASSIVE
STRETCH OF CORAL TEEMING WITH MARINE LIFE. MOST OF THE
ISLANDS ARE UNINHABITED. THEY’RE CHARACTERISED BY DENSE WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS
RAINFOREST, HIKING TRAILS AND WHITE SAND BEACHES. THE TOWN NATIONAL PARK
OF AIRLIE BEACH ON THE MAINLAND IS THE REGION’S CENTRAL HUB.
DAYDREAM
ISLAND WHITSUNDAY
ISLAND
Cruise Whitsundays is the region’s The following two airports service the GREAT BARRIER REEF WHITEHAVEN
BEACH
largest and most experienced marine Whitsundays daily:
operator, offering a range of day
AIRPORT Great Barrier Reef Airport,
Cruise through the Whitsunday
Islands to the outer Great Barrier
AIRLIE
BEACH
cruises and island resort connections.
Hamilton Island (HTI) Reef and enjoy one of the world’s
Cruises visit the Great Barrier Reef, most stunning natural attractions.
Located on Hamilton Island, the
Whitehaven Beach and islands,
airport is serviced by Virgin Australia, Cruise Whitsundays operates two
and the multi-award winning
Jetstar, Qantas and Qantas Link with pontoons moored permanently LONG
Reefsleep overnight experience ISLAND
flights from Cairns, Brisbane, Sydney, at Hardy Reef. These innovative
is one of Australia’s most unique HAMILTON
Melbourne and connection points pontoons, Reefworld and Heart ISLAND
accommodation options.
beyond. Cruise Whitsundays operates Pontoon, are the base for guests to
Resort Connections provide services ferries from Hamilton Island to explore the Great Barrier Reef daily. TO WHITSUNDAY COAST AIRPORT,
between island resorts and the transfer passengers to Airlie Beach PROSPERPINE (PPP)
Whitsunday Coast, and connect on the Whitsunday Coast and other Our pontoons have a choice of
the region’s airports arrivals and island resorts. areas to relax and a great range
departures. of activities. There is undercover
Whitsunday Coast Airport, seating and tables, sun decks,
Proserpine (PPP)
GETTING HERE: freshwater showers, change rooms
Whitsunday Coast Airport is located and full access to the air conditioned
BY AIR comfort of the reef vessel. There
near Proserpine, approximately
45 minutes to Airlie Beach. The are numerous ways to explore
If travelling to the Whitsundays from
airport is currently serviced by the reef, from the underwater
overseas, fly into Brisbane, Cairns,
three domestic carriers including observatory chamber, to the semi-
Sydney or Melbourne, and then book
a domestic flight into one of the two Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Tiger submarine coral viewers, snorkelling AIRLIE BEACH
AIRLIE BEACH
Airways. Buses and taxis meet every or scuba diving. HAMILTONHAMILTON
ISLAND ISLAND
airports in the Whitsundays. Brisbane
offers the best range of connecting flight to transfer guests to Airlie Both Reefworld and Heart Pontoon
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REEFSUITES OPTIONAL ACTIVITY UPGRADES
DISCOVER SCUBA – INTRO DIVE
AUSTRALIA’S FIRST
There is no better place to experience the magic of your
UNDERWATER
first scuba dive than at the outer Great Barrier Reef. All
ACCOMMODATION equipment is provided.
CRUISE WHITSUNDAYS’ REEFSUITES
CERTIFIED DIVING
ARE AUSTRALIA’S FIRST UNDERWATER
ACCOMMODATION – OFFERING A FRONT If you are an experienced diver, you can enjoy spectacular
ROW SEAT TO THE DAZZLING GREAT dives at specially selected sites. These sites offer the
BARRIER REEF. SLIP BETWEEN THE SHEETS very best of the region with a variety of coral formations
BELOW THE WATERLINE – IT’S AN INTIMATE that are teeming with marine life.
AND TOTALLY UNIQUE ENCOUNTER WITH
HELI-SCENIC
THIS AMAZING UNDERWATER WORLD.
To truly appreciate the size, scope and beauty of the
Moored offshore at spectacular Hardy Reef, 40
Great Barrier Reef, a scenic helicopter flight is a must
nautical miles from Airlie Beach, Reefworld is a
do! You’ll be awestruck by the stunning beauty of the
sophisticated setting for the overnight Reefsuite
maze of reefs woven together to form the Great Barrier
experience. Relaunched in 2019, the revamped pontoon
Reef and iconic Heart Reef is a sight to behold. Splash
hosts day trippers, on-deck Reefsleep guests and a
out and treat yourself to this adventure, you will not be
lucky few who’ll head below deck for a private, all-
disappointed. Bookings can be made onboard the reef
inclusive Reefsuite experience.
vessel with your friendly Heli Representative.
OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week
Reefsuites are a premium accommodation offering:
subtle lighting, neutral tones, private bathrooms, high Departs: 8.00am
Port of Airlie: Returns: 6.10pm next day
thread-count linen… But the real attraction here is the
Duration: Overnight
spellbinding tropical marine life beyond the suites’ full-
height glass walls and floor panels. Departs: 9.00am
Hamilton Island
Returns: 5.00pm next day
Marina:
Reefsuite guests travel to Hardy Reef onboard our Duration: Overnight
high-speed, modern, well-appointed vessels, arriving Departs: 7.50am
Daydream
around 11am with the day guests. After lunch, guests Returns: 5.40pm next day
Island:
Duration: Overnight
can snorkel, dive, swim or take a scenic helicopter flight
to see famous Heart Reef. Day visitors depart mid- Minimum (per suite): 1 pax /
Tour size:
afternoon, after which overnight guests have Hardy Maximum (per suite): 2 pax
Reef and Reefworld all to themselves. Package includes: oo 2 day/1 night experience
oo Large, modern, well-appointed vessel
Reefsuite guests enjoy all-inclusive food and drinks:
transfer to Hardy Reef
watching the sunset over the reef with a drink in hand
oo Overnight accommodation in a
is a memorable experience, followed by a starlit long-
private underwater Reefsuite
table dinner on the pontoon’s upper deck. Seating can
oo All-inclusive meals: 1 breakfast, 2
be arranged for private tables. Although food is served
morning and 2 afternoon teas, 2
family style, you can still sit at a table for two if you buffet lunches and a million-star
choose to. After dinner, Reefsuite guests can retreat to dinner experience
the hushed privacy of their undersea accommodation. oo All-inclusive drinks: soft drink, beer
and wine
After a morning awakening like no other – Reefsuites
oo Guided snorkelling tour
give a whole new meaning to ‘a room with a view’ –
oo Semi-submarine guided tour
guests enjoy a leisurely breakfast and more exclusive
reef time. Guests will head home with the day visitors Optional extras: oo Heli-scenic flights
in the afternoon, with Great Barrier Reef memories oo Scuba diving for beginners and fully
that will stay with them forever. certified divers
oo Souvenir photos
REEFSUITES LAUNCH DECEMBER 2019
Configuration: King double or twin single
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: Meals: Breakfast, 2 morning and afternoon
CRUISEWHITSUNDAYS.COM/REEFSUITES teas, 2 buffet lunches and dinner are
included. Soft drink, beer and wine are
included.
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GREAT BARRIER REEF
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
CHARGE (EMC)
Included in our cruise fare is a $6.50 fee per person which
Cruise Whitsundays pays to the Australian Government.
It is used for the management and protection of the Reef
by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.
ECO BARGE
Cruise Whitsundays is a proud partner of Eco Barge Clean
Seas, a local not for profit environmental organisation
that was established in the Whitsundays region to protect
our precious marine life and aquatic environment.
REEFSLEEP OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week OPTIONAL ACTIVITY UPGRADES
Departs: 8.00am DISCOVER SCUBA – INTRO DIVE
OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE Port of Airlie: Returns: 6.10pm next day
Duration: Overnight There is no better place to experience the magic of your
OUR PERMANENTLY MOORED PONTOON IS LOCATED Departs: 9.00am
first scuba dive than at the outer Great Barrier Reef. All
Hamilton Island
ON HARDY REEF, 40 NAUTICAL MILES FROM SHORE Returns: 5.00pm next day equipment is provided.
Marina:
ON THE GREAT BARRIER REEF – ONE OF THE MOST Duration: Overnight
CERTIFIED DIVING
SPECTACULAR STRETCHES OF THE REEF. THIS IS THE Departs: 7.50am
Daydream
DESTINATION FOR DAY VISITORS, BUT FOR A LUCKY Returns: 5.40pm next day
Island: If you are an experienced diver, you can enjoy spectacular
Duration: Overnight
FEW, IT’S A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME, BREATHTAKING AND dives at specially selected sites. These sites offer the
MEMORABLE OVERNIGHT EXPERIENCE. Tour size: Minimum: 2 pax / Maximum: 28 pax very best of the region with a variety of coral formations
Package includes: oo Sleep under the stars in a unique that are teeming with marine life.
Reefsleep guests travel to Hardy Reef on board our high speed
reef bed
modern, well-appointed vessel, arriving around 11am with the
oo Large, modern, well-appointed vessel HELI-SCENIC
day guests. By day, all the amazing activities offered on our
transfer to the Reef To truly appreciate the size, scope and beauty of the
Great Barrier Reef Adventure are there to be enjoyed – diving,
oo All-inclusive meals: 1 breakfast, 2 Great Barrier Reef, a scenic helicopter flight is a must
snorkelling, swimming with thousands of fish and scenic helicopter
morning and 2 afternoon teas, 2
flights. By mid afternoon, the day guests will depart and you get do! You’ll be awestruck by the stunning beauty of the
buffet lunches and a million-star
Hardy Reef pontoon all to yourself and your fellow Reefsleep dinner experience
maze of reefs woven together to form the Great Barrier
guests. oo Spectacular dining experience under Reef and iconic Heart Reef is a sight to behold. Splash
the stars out and treat yourself to this adventure, you will not be
Watch the sun set over the reef then see the reef really come to
oo All-inclusive drinks: soft drink, beer disappointed. Bookings can be made onboard the reef
life in the darkness of the night. Gaze up at a million stars from
and wine vessel with your friendly Heli Representative.
a comfy swag set up on the top deck of the pontoon before the
oo Activities at the reef including a semi-
tranquillity of being in the middle of the ocean lulls you to sleep. GUIDED SNORKEL SAFARIS
submarine guided tour
In the morning, guests enjoy more private time with the reef
Optional extras: oo Heli-scenic flights If you would like a deeper understanding of what you
before the day guests join. Optional guided snorkelling during this
oo Scuba diving for beginners and fully are seeing, take our guided snorkelling tour. One of our
exclusive time at the pontoon with other overnight guests will see
certified divers reef experts will take you to the most stunning coral
them visit very special spots – giant Maori Wrasse, spectacular
oo Souvenir photos formations and giant clams, explaining points of interest
coral formations, and myriad tropical fish, turtles and reef sharks
oo Guided snorkelling tours as you go.
all might make an appearance.
Meals: Breakfast, 2 morning and afternoon
If you are not keen on swimming, there is the underwater viewing
teas, 2 buffet lunches and dinner are
chamber where you can watch the reef wake up or jump on the included. Soft drink, beer and wine are
semi-submarine and take a tour of the coral wall and see the included.
Great Barrier Reef coming to life. On day two head home with the
day guests on board the reef vessel that afternoon, taking home
plenty of memories and stories to tell.
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GREAT BARRIER OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week
REEF ADVENTURE
Departs: 8.00am
Port of Airlie: Returns: 6.10pm
Duration: Approximately 10 hours
FULL DAY CRUISE Hamilton Island
Departs: 9.00am
Returns: 5.00pm
Marina:
WELCOME TO HARDY REEF, WHERE THERE ARE Duration: Approximately 8 hours
MORE THAN 1,600 SPECIES OF FISH AND 1,400 Departs: 7.50am
Daydream
SPECIES OF CORAL TO BE DISCOVERED. Returns: 5.40pm
Island:
Duration: Approximately 10 hours
Cruise out on a large modern wave piercer through the
Tour size: Minimum: 50 pax / Maximum: 300 pax
Whitsunday Islands, stopping briefly at Hamilton Island
to collect fellow passengers before continuing on to Package includes: oo All snorkelling equipment and 100+
Hardy Reef. The colour of the water will take your breath metres of snorkelling area to explore
away as you cruise up to the pontoon and start your oo Large, modern, well-appointed vessel
transfer to the Reef
activities for the day.
oo Buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea
Spend time snorkelling, discovering colourful tropical oo Snorkelling
fish and hundreds of species of coral in this magical oo Semi-submarine guided tour
underwater world. Then climb aboard the semi-
oo Underwater observatory
submarine for a guided tour to explore the reef wall with
oo 4 hours at Hardy Reef
one of our on board experts, where you will learn more
about the Great Barrier Reef as well as the corals and Optional extras: oo Heli-scenic flights
marine life that make it amazing. oo Scuba diving for beginners and fully
certified divers
When you need a quiet moment to yourself, head down oo Souvenir photos
into the underwater observatory and watch the fish and
oo Guided snorkelling tours
snorkelers go by or watch the colour of the water change
as the light changes. PLEASE NOTE: Half day tour also available during school holiday
periods, please see the Cruise Whitsundays website for further
When lunchtime comes around, you’ll enjoy a delicious details and departure times.
buffet lunch on board with fresh local prawns, a selection
of cold meats and hot food, plus a fabulous array of
salads to choose from. Use the rest of your afternoon to
relax or take one last snorkel before heading back to port HEART REEF ONLY VISIBLE
ON A HELI-SCENIC FLIGHT
with life-long memories of the Great Barrier Reef.
For the ultimate reef adventure, add an exciting
optional activity (additional cost) such as a heli-flight
to fully appreciate the scale and majesty of this
globally-renowned living treasure. Or head below the
surface with our resident dive masters who will lead
the way to the underwater highlights of Hardy Reef.
Discover more about the Great Barrier Reef on a
guided snorkel safari.
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HAYMAN
ISLAND
HOOK
ISLAND
WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS
NATIONAL PARK
DAYDREAM
ISLAND
HILL INLET
WHITEHAVEN
WHITSUNDAY BEACH
AIRLIE
ISLAND
ISLAND
BEACH
LONG
CAMIRA SAILING ROUTE ISLAND
HAMILTON
Since this is a real sailing trip the route may ISLAND
vary to accommodate and make the most
of the conditions mother nature gives us.
CAMIRA OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week
Departs: 8.15am
SAILING ADVENTURE Port of Airlie: Returns: 5:00pm
Duration: Approximately 9.5 hours
A FULL DAY SAILING EXPERIENCE AROUND Departs: 7.05am
Daydream
THE WHITSUNDAYS TAKES THIS STUNNING Returns: 4.30pm
Island:
WATER WONDERLAND TO A NEW LEVEL. Duration: Approximately 9.5 hours
Tour size: Minimum: 15 pax / Maximum: 72 pax
Join our experienced crew aboard a super sleek
catamaran, sitting back as the Coral Sea transports you Package includes: oo Sailing through the Whitsunday
from one amazing location to the next. Islands
oo Morning and afternoon tea
Sailing directly connects and anchors guests to this
oo BBQ buffet lunch
pristine environment. And they can expect to dive even
oo Soft drink, water and beer and wine
deeper with activities throughout the day to complete a
from 11am
truly enriching adventure.
oo Snorkelling equipment and protective
This all-inclusive experience will have you exploring stinger suits
Australia’s coastal playground. As Camira takes in all oo Beach activities
the showstoppers of the Whitsundays – including the oo Guided walk to Hill Inlet and lookout
jaw-dropping Whitehaven Beach – you will enjoy (tidal dependant)
interactive shore experiences like a guided small group Meals: This is a fully inclusive day trip. Morning
walk to stunning Hill Inlet. It is here you’ll discover the and afternoon tea, a delicious BBQ lunch
and all drinks are included whilst on
history of the region’s traditional owners,
board. Camira is licensed to serve beer
the Ngaro people. and wine from 11am.
With snorkelling gear also included and plenty of idyllic PLEASE NOTE: To keep Whitehaven Beach pristine and
swimming spots our expert crew will take you to, expect untouched there are no shops, cafes and only limited toilet
facilities. Snacks are available for purchase on board. Please
to work up quite an appetite for the BBQ buffet lunch. prepare accordingly.
There is simply no better way to experience the Due to the length and activity during the day, this cruise is
highlights of the Whitsundays and to capture the unsuitable for infants.
essence of what attracts sailors and dreamers here
from all over the world.
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CAMIRA WHITEHAVEN &
SUNSET SAIL HILL INLET
SIT BACK, RELAX AND ENJOY SPECTACULAR VIEWS
ABOARD CAMIRA.
CHILL & GRILL
Your evening begins as the sun is still high and warm, as you cruise
ALL-INCLUSIVE
out into Airlie Bay. As you relax onboard and the sun dips down, the FULL DAY CRUISE
lights of Airlie Beach will spring to life offering a beautiful outlook
SPEND THE WHOLE DAY EXPERIENCING
at you head back into the Port of Airlie. Step off the boat and head
ALL THE WONDERS OF THE MAGNIFICENT
into to town to carry on your night.
WHITEHAVEN BEACH AREA. INDULGE IN THE
INCLUSIONS ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE OF WHITEHAVEN
BEACH; FROM THE NORTHERN END
oo 2 hour sunset sail along the Airlie Beach waterfront
EXPLORING THE SPECTACULAR HILL INLET, OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week
oo All inclusive drinks
TO THE SOUTHERN – SWIMMING, HIKING,
Departs: 7.15am
oo Antipasto and nibbles SUNBATHING, SOAKING UP THE SUN. NO Port of Airlie Returns: 6.10pm
OTHER DAY CRUISE OFFERED ALLOWS YOU SO Duration: Approximately 11.5 hours
MUCH TIME TO EXPLORE THE WONDERS OF
Departs: 8.20am
OPERATION: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday Hamilton Island
WHITEHAVEN BEACH. Returns: 5.00pm
Marina:
Departs: 6.00pm Duration: Approximately 8.5 hours
Begin your Whitehaven experience ashore at the southern
Port of Airlie: Returns: 8.00pm
end of the beach where our crew will advise of the times Departs: 7.50am
Duration: 2 hours Daydream
Returns: 5.40pm
for the day’s activities – including the trip to Hill Inlet Island:
Duration: Approximately 10 hours
at the northern end of the beach and the walking tours.
Tour size: Minimum: 2 pax / Maximum: 64 pax
These will vary depending on conditions.
Package includes: oo A gourmet burger with side salads
Enjoy a leisurely cruise, in our smaller Whitehaven based
served on the beach
vessel, along the full length of Whitehaven Beach and oo Morning and afternoon tea
across Hill Inlet to the landing point. From here a guided oo Guided walk to Hill Inlet and lookout
walk following the path and history of the Whitsunday oo Optional walk to Whitehaven Beach
traditional owners, the Ngaro people, will lead you to lookout and Chance Bay
the lookout and that picture postcard view! There are oo Up to 6 hours on Whitehaven Beach
informative displays along the way that will provide oo Protective stinger suits
an insight into the history, flora and stories of this oo Dedicated host for duration of day
picturesque area. A leisurely pace ensures all fitness levels oo Beach activities including
paddleboarding
are catered for, and guests take the time to enjoy this
superb spiritual place. PLEASE NOTE: To keep Whitehaven Beach pristine and
untouched there are no shops, cafes and only limited toilet
On your return to the southern end of the beach, your facilities. Snacks are available for purchase on board. Please
guide will let you know departure times for optional walks prepare accordingly.
to Whitehaven Beach Lookout, Chance Bay, and Solway Due to the length and activity during the day, this cruise is
Passage. Alternatively, if you’re after a more relaxed unsuitable for infants.
afternoon; wander back to Whitehaven Beach to your own
secluded stretch where you can laze on the beach or cool
off in the azure waters.
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WHITEHAVEN OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week
WHITEHAVEN
& HILL INLET BEACH
Departs: 7.15am
Port of Airlie Returns: 6.10pm
ADVENTURE
Duration: Approximately 11.5 hours
Hamilton Island
Departs: 8.20am HALF DAY CRUISE
Returns: 5.00pm
Marina:
ALL-INCLUSIVE Duration: Approximately 8.5 hours THIS FANTASTIC HALF DAY CRUISE TAKES
YOU PAST SOME OF THE WHITSUNDAY’S
FULL DAY CRUISE Daydream
Departs: 7.50am
Returns: 5.40pm MOST REMOTE AREAS, BEAUTIFUL BAYS,
Island:
Duration: Approximately 10 hours
INDULGE IN THE ULTIMATE WHITSUNDAYS PEACEFUL ISLANDS AND ONTO DAZZLING
ADVENTURE; EXPLORING SPECTACULAR HILL Tour size: Minimum: 2 pax / Maximum: 64 pax WHITEHAVEN BEACH.
INLET, SNORKELLING THE FRINGING REEF, oo A gourmet burger with side salads
Package includes: The waters of Solway Passage lead you to the world
SWIMMING AND HIKING. IMMERSE YOURSELF served on the beach famous Whitehaven Beach, a definite must see in the
IN THE WHITSUNDAYS WITH THE ADVENTURE oo Morning and afternoon tea
Whitsundays.
THAT HAS IT ALL. oo Guided walk to Hill Inlet and Lookout
oo Optional walk to Whitehaven Beach The crystal clear aqua waters and pristine white
Begin your Whitehaven Beach experience ashore at the
lookout silica sands stretch for over seven kilometres along
southern end of the beach, where our crew will advise of oo Snorkelling and snorkelling equipment Whitsunday Island, the largest of the 74 islands in the
the times for the day’s activities – the trip to Hill Inlet, oo Protective stinger suits Whitsundays.
snorkelling and hiking. These times will vary depending on OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week
oo Dedicated host for duration of day
conditions. oo Beach games It is Mother Nature at her best – the most Departs: 7.15am
photographed beach in Australia and named Port of Airlie: Returns: 1.45pm
When it’s time to head to Hill Inlet, jump aboard our PLEASE NOTE: To keep Whitehaven Beach pristine and Duration: Approximately 6.5 hours
‘Queensland’s Most Beautiful Beach’.
smaller vessel for a quick trip up to the tip. Once here, untouched there are no shops, cafes and only limited toilet
facilities. Snacks are available for purchase on board. Please Departs: 8.20am
you’ll make your way up to the Hill Inlet lookout via a You will depart from Airlie Beach and cruise via Hamilton Island
prepare accordingly. Returns: 12.30pm
Marina:
short walk. Your guide is on hand to offer information Daydream Island and Hamilton Island to collect other Duration: Approximately 4 hours
Due to the length and activity during the day, this cruise is
about local flora & fauna and the Ngaro tribe, who once guests en route to Whitehaven Beach.
unsuitable for infants. Departs: 7.50am
Daydream
populated the Whitsunday Islands. Returns: 1.10pm
Once at Whitehaven, embark on a 60 minute return Island:
Duration: Approximately 5 hours
After your Hill Inlet walk and photos, it’s time to jump hike to the picturesque Whitehaven Beach lookout.
Minimum: 30 pax
aboard and head out to your snorkelling spot, Chalkies Tour size:
Or simply soak up the sunshine and relax in this truly Maximum: 250 pax
Beach. Grab your gear and jump into the underwater
spectacular stretch of paradise.
world of fish and coral that populate the inner reef. Keep Package includes: oo Cruise the Whitsundays to
Whitehaven Beach
an eye out for a friendly turtle or manta ray who might
oo Up to 2 hours at the southern
pop in to say hello.
end of Whitehaven Beach
When you return to Whitehaven Beach, take the oo Air-conditioned, interior saloons
Whitehaven Beach lookout walk and see the beach from a and seating outside
whole new perspective. If you’re after the relaxing option; oo Morning tea
wander back to the beach to your own secluded stretch, oo Swimming in the pristine waters
where you can relax or take a dip to cool off in the azure oo Beach activities including
waters. paddleboarding
PLEASE NOTE: Afternoon departures are also
available, please see the Cruise Whitsundays website
for departure times.
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HAMILTON
ISLAND FAMILY
DAY
FULL DAY ADVENTURE
CRUISE TO FAMOUS HAMILTON ISLAND FOR A
FULL DAY OF FAMILY FUN IN THE SUN.
Hamilton Island is overflowing with family-friendly
activities and attractions – walking trails, sandy
beaches, swimming pools, sports, wildlife and adrenalin
activities. Meet the koalas at WILD LIFE Hamilton
Island before fish-and-chips for lunch and an hour of
Island Bowling. In the afternoon, swim in the pool, play
in the sand on Catseye Beach, or just wander along the
waterfront with an ice-cream.
HAMILTON
INCLUSIONS ISLAND
oo Scenic return cruise to Hamilton Island
oo Entry to WILD LIFE Hamilton Island
FREESTYLE
oo Fish and Chips for lunch FULL DAY ADVENTURE
oo 1 hour at Island Bowling Alley
TAKE A DAY TO EXPLORE HAMILTON ISLAND,
oo Full use of island shuttle bus, pool areas and A DIVINE TROPICAL ESCAPE.
Catseye Beach
Cruise to Hamilton Island and explore at your own
oo Activities including go-karting, Jetryder and quad
pace. Hike to Passage Peak or walk up to One Tree Hill ,
bikes (own expense) followed by lunch overlooking the marina (pub or cafe).
Ride the island shuttle buses, or cool-off at Catseye
OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week
Beach or the main resort pool – an afternoon cocktail
Departs: 8.00am at the swim-up bar here is an essential Hamilton Island
Port of Airlie: Returns: 6.10pm
experience. The day is free for you to enjoy.
Duration: Approximately 10 hours
Departs: 7.35am INCLUSIONS
Daydream
Returns: 5.40pm
Island: oo Scenic return cruise to Hamilton Island
Duration: Approximately 10 hours
oo Choice of spectacular island bushwalks
oo Lunch at the Marina Tavern or Manta Ray Cafe
oo Full use of island shuttle bus, pool areas and
Catseye Beach
oo Access to shops, galleries, boutiques and restaurants
OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week
Departs: 8.00am
Port of Airlie: Returns: 6.10pm
Duration: Approximately 10 hours
Departs: 7.35am
Daydream
Returns: 5.40pm
Island:
Duration: Approximately 10 hours
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THREE ISLAND
GUIDED TOUR
FULL DAY GUIDED TOUR OR
FULL DAY GUIDED TOUR WITH
BREAKFAST
THE TROPICAL TRIFECTA! ISLAND-HOP
BETWEEN HAMILTON ISLAND, DAYDREAM
ISLAND AND WHITSUNDAY ISLAND
(WHITEHAVEN BEACH).
Your day begins with a short cruise to Daydream
Island, with informative commentary from your friendly
Cruise Whitsundays guide. Enjoy breakfast (if included),
take a dip in the pool or experience the Living Reef, a
free-form coral lagoon that's home to 100-plus marine
species. Continue to Hamilton Island on a picturesque
30-minute cruise. Explore famous Front Street, then
meet your guide for lunch at Marina Tavern. Next
HAMILTON up, cruise to Whitsunday Island and the legendary
Whitehaven Beach. Play some beach cricket, swim in
ISLAND NATURE the crystal-clear waters or take a short bushwalk – the
ESCAPE
choice is yours.
INCLUSIONS OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week
FULL DAY ADVENTURE oo Visit Daydream Island, Hamilton Island and Whitsunday GUIDED TOUR
Island (Whitehaven Beach) with a dedicated tour guide Departs: 8.30am
Returns: 6.20pm
EXPERIENCE HAMILTON ISLAND’S NATURAL oo Lunch at Hamilton Island’s Marina Tavern Duration: Approximately 10 hours
BEAUTY, MEET SOME NATIVE WILDLIFE AND Port of Airlie:
oo Experience Daydream Island’s Living Reef
BREATHE SOME FRESH WHITSUNDAYS AIR. GUIDED TOUR WITH BREAKFAST
oo Up to 2 hours at the southern end of Whitehaven Departs: 7.00am
Most of Hamilton Island is untouched native bushland – Returns: 6.20pm
Beach Duration: Approximately 11.5 hours
tropical wilds brimming with natural beauty and native OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week oo Complimentary use of Hamilton Island’s scheduled
wildlife. After breakfast with the koalas at WILD LIFE
Departs: 7.00am Island Shuttle PLEASE NOTE: This tour does not visit Hill Inlet.
Hamilton Island, tackle the Passage Peak hike, South Port of Airlie: Returns: 6.10pm
East Head Trail or climb One Tree Hill. After lunch (pub Duration: Approximately 11 hours
or picnic) cool-off at Catseye Beach or the main resort
Departs: 7.35am
pool, or explore further on the island's free shuttle buses. Daydream
Returns: 5.40pm
Island:
Duration: Approximately 10 hours
INCLUSIONS
oo Scenic return cruise to Hamilton Island
oo Breakfast with koalas at WILD LIFE Hamilton Island
oo Choice of three spectacular island bushwalks
oo Packed lunch, or lunch at the Marina Tavern
oo Full use of island shuttle bus, pool areas and
Catseye Beach
18 19WHITEHAVEN
BEACH &
DAYDREAM
ISLAND
FULL DAY TOUR
VISIT GORGEOUS WHITEHAVEN BEACH
AND EXPERIENCE PARADISE REBORN AT
DAYDREAM ISLAND.
Your day begins with a cruise to the glorious, 7km-long
Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island: do some
beachcombing, enjoy a bushwalk or wade into the warm,
TWIN ISLAND OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week
crystal-clear water. From here, cruise to Hamilton Island
for a quick vessel change, then continue to Daydream
ESCAPE FULL DAY TOUR
Departs: 8.30am
Returns: 6.10pm
Island for a lavish two-course lunch. The island is yours to
explore in the afternoon… or just relax by the pool. Don’t
Duration: Approximately 9.5 hours miss a visit to the Living Reef, one of the most unique
FULL DAY TOUR OR FULL DAY Port of Airlie: attractions in Queensland, with a stop at the Living Reef
TOUR WITH BREAKFAST AT FULL DAY TOUR WITH BREAKFAST
Departs: 7.00am Centre to learn more about the tropical marine life of
DAYDREAM ISLAND Returns: 6.10pm the Great Barrier Reef.
Duration: Approximately 11 hours
ICONIC HAMILTON ISLAND AND THE INCLUSIONS
NEWLY REOPENED DAYDREAM ISLAND ARE oo Scenic return cruise through the Whitsundays, with up
ESSENTIAL WHITSUNDAYS DESTINATIONS. to 2 hours at the southern end of Whitehaven Beach
First stop is Daydream Island, perfect for couples and oo Morning tea
families alike. Enjoy breakfast (if included), take a dip oo Delicious two-course lunch on Daydream Island
in the resort pool or visit the unique Living Reef coral
oo Experience Daydream Island’s Living Reef and Living
lagoon: here’s your chance to see sharks and stingrays in
Reef Centre
action at the morning fish-feeding show. Next up, cruise
oo Use of the resort areas and pools on Daydream Island
to Hamilton Island for a delicious lunch at Marina Tavern.
Explore the island by foot, or ride the complimentary
Island Shuttle service to One Tree Hill for some incredible
Whitsundays views. Cool off afterwards in the resort pool,
complete with swim-up bar, or take a stroll along famous OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week
Catseye Beach. Departs: 7.15am
Returns: 6.20pm
Port of Airlie:
INCLUSIONS Duration: Approximately
11 hours
oo Picturesque return cruise between Daydream and
Hamilton Islands
oo Live fish-feeding show (10am daily) at Daydream
Island’s Living Reef
oo Lunch at Marina Tavern overlooking Hamilton Island
Marina
oo Complimentary use of resort areas and pools on
Hamilton and Daydream Islands
oo Complimentary use of Hamilton Island’s scheduled
Island Shuttle bus service
20 21DAYDREAM
ISLAND
FULL & HALF-DAY
TOURS
EXPERIENCE THE LAIDBACK VIBE OF THE
NEWLY REOPENED DAYDREAM ISLAND – A
PERFECTLY RELAXING GETAWAY.
Start your day with a scenic cruise to Daydream Island
from Port of Airlie. From here you can choose your own
activities: relax by the pool and soak up the ocean views
or discover over 100 species of marine life in the newly
extended Living Reef. A delicious two-course lunch
CONTACT
awaits at Inkstone Kitchen & Bar. It might be tempting
to order another cocktail, but unless you’ve got your JOURNEY BEYOND SALES TEAM
DETAILS
Daydream Island accommodation booked, don’t miss General Manager Sales
the last boat! Deb Falvey
deb.falvey@journeybeyond.com
INCLUSIONS
NATIONAL SALES
oo Explore Daydream Island at your leisure COMPANY Business Development Manager (SA, VIC, TAS, OTAs)
oo Relax by the resort pool and take in the ocean views Matthew Dommenz
NAME matthew.dommenz@journeybeyond.com
oo See the Living Reef in action with a live fish-feeding Journey Beyond
Business Development Manager (Wholesale)
show at 10am daily HEAD OFFICE Renee Cornelissen
renee.cornelissen@journeybeyond.com
oo Learn more about topical marine life in the Living Reef Level 5, 233 North Terrace, Adelaide, SA 5000
Business Development Manager (QLD, WA, OTA’s)
Centre POST Pam Nielsen
oo Delicious two-course lunch at Inkstone Kitchen & Bar PO Box 445, Marleston Business Centre, pam.nielsen@journeybeyond.com
MARLESTON SA 5033 Business Development Manager (NSW, ACT & Cruise Market)
Gareth Coakley
WEBSITE gareth.coakley@journeybeyond.com
journeybeyond.com.au/traveltrade
National Sales Coordinator
EMAIL Mel Truman
melanie.truman@journeybeyond.com
traveltrade@journeybeyond.com
National Sales Coordinator
Laura Harper
laura.harper@journeybeyond.com
OPERATION: Daily, 7 days a week
INTERNATIONAL SALES
HALF DAY Business Development Manager (Western Markets)
Departs: 11.00am Marc Leopold
Returns: 3.35pm marc.leopold@journeybeyond.com
Duration: Approximately 4.5 hours Business Development Executive (Greater China)
Kristin Chen
FULL DAY
kristin.chen@journeybeyond.com
Departs: 8.30am
Port of Airlie: Consultant/In Market Representation (North America)
Returns: 6.20pm
Duration: Approximately 8 hours Libby Cooke
libby@antipodal.net
FULL DAY WITH BREAKFAST Consultant/In Market Representation (UK/Europe)
Departs: 7.00am Richard Howarth
Returns: 6.20pm rmhtravelconsulting@gmail.com
Duration: Approximately 9.5 hours
International Sales Coordinator
Nicole Zink
nicole.zink@journeybeyond.com
22 23RATES 8. Travel insurance is recommended 13. Group bookings and Charters:
for all bookings. These terms and conditions
Please refer to attached rates
9. Cruise Whitsundays shall not be DO NOT APPLY to group and
sheet for tour retail rates. Cruise
held responsible for any property charter travel. Separate booking
Whitsundays has the right to alter
loss or damage and/or any claim conditions and payment terms
rates without notice.
resulting from personal injury will be provided with quotations
or death arising whilst travelling and/or booking confirmations.
TERMS & CONDITIONS with the company, participating 14. PAYMENT AND
1. All prices are stated in Australian in activities, on the vessel or CANCELLATION FEES:
dollars and include GST. Prices pontoon or other company Day Cruises: No show and 24
valid for travel from 1 April 2020 property. This disclaimer applies hours or less notice cancellation is
to 31 March 2021 where stated. irrespective of the cause. 100% of fare. 24 hours - 48 hours
10. Where another company or 50% of fare. Transfer to another
2. Reefsleep and Reefsuite prices
persons operate the service such Cruise Whitsundays cruise with
are available for booking from
as transfers, diving and helicopter more than 48 hours’ notice incurs
30 September 2019 and valid
flights, Cruise Whitsundays is no fee and is subject to availability.
for travel from 1 December 2019
acting only as a Sales Agent. Transfer to another Cruise
until 31 March 2021.
Responsibility and liability for the Whitsundays cruise with less
3. Child fares are for children aged than 48 hours’ notice is subject to
operation lies with that operator.
between the ages of 4 to 14 availability and if new fare is less
inclusive. Exceptions may apply, 11. The helicopter scenic flights and
then no refund will be made and if
please refer to rates sheet for transfers are operated by Hamilton
new fare is higher payment of the
additional information. Island Air and booking to travel with
difference is required.
them deems acceptance the terms
4. Cruise Whitsundays reserves the 15. REEFSLEEP: Full payment on
and conditions as published on
right to alter prices, alter itineraries, Reefsleep must be received
their website
apply a fuel surcharge, cancel 7 days prior to departure.
www.hamiltonislandair.com.
departures, arrange alternative Cancellations must be provided
transport and vary itineraries and 12. Medical Disclosures: age and
in writing. No show and 24 hours From outback to ocean, Australia is a land as diverse as it is dazzling; we transform the
services if necessary. medical restrictions apply to
or less notice cancellation fee
diving activities. A medical naturally amazing into the truly breathtaking with unforgettable travel experiences.
5. All cruises are subject to sea and is 100% of fare. 24 hours - 72
questionnaire must be completed. Our iconic trains, cruises, curated packages and immersive experiences each take you on
weather conditions particularly in hours - 50% of fare. 3 - 7 days
Divers cannot fly for 24 hours an unforgettable adventure – join us and together, let’s journey beyond.
the interest of passenger safety. 25% of fare.
after diving and the company
6. Should the company be forced accepts no liability for medical Further conditions apply, please visit To find out more, please visit:
to cancel a cruise our liability is conditions experienced as a www.cruisewhitsundays.com for
J O U R N E Y B E YO N D.C O M
limited to offering an alternative result of flying after diving. A details.
cruise or appropriate refund no voluntary medical disclosure will
greater than the fare paid. be supplied on the confirmation of
7. Cruise Whitsundays cannot be booking for Reefsleep and is to be
held responsible for missed flights returned to Cruise Whitsundays
or consequent costs due to late 24 hours prior to departure.
arrival at airline check-in counter
whatever the cause.
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