Tour Highlights
- Exhilarating ride to Whitehaven Beach and a guided Whitsunday Islands National Parks walk to Hill Inlet - perfect for nature lovers and explorers alike.
- Visit two iconinc Whitsundays location in half the time.
- Choose the most convenient option for you to fit in your holiday schedule, morning or afternoon the choice is yours.
Description & Tour Inclusions
Included In Price
- Visit to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet
- Morning or Afternoon Tea
- Informative Eco host
- Guided National Park walk
- Sunsuit and floatation devices
Set off on a half-day adventure from Hamilton Island with a thrilling ride to Whitehaven Beach, a guided bushwalk to Hill Inlet, and stunning views of the Whitsundays. Ideal for explorers and nature lovers.
Half-Day Tour to Hill Inlet & Whitehaven Beach – Morning or Afternoon from Hamilton Island
Short on time but craving a true Whitsundays experience? This half-day tour is the perfect way to explore the region’s most iconic natural treasures – Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet – all in just a few hours. Departing exclusively from Hamilton Island, this eco-certified tour delivers speed, scenery, and serenity in one seamless adventure.
What to Expect
Jump aboard a high-speed vessel and cruise through the postcard-perfect Whitsunday Islands. Arrive at Whitehaven Beach and step onto its famously soft, white silica sands – often ranked among the best beaches in the world.
Follow your guide on a National Park bushwalk to the Hill Inlet Lookout, where sweeping views reveal an extraordinary swirl of colours created by shifting tides and sandbars.
You’ll also enjoy rare access to the Hill Inlet beach itself – a feature that sets this tour apart. Take a peaceful walk along the shore, go for a swim in the clear shallows, or simply soak up the natural beauty of this untouched paradise.
Features and Highlights
- Half-day experience with morning or afternoon departures
- Exclusive access to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet shoreline
- Scenic guided walk to Hill Inlet Lookout
- Small group sizes for a quieter, more personalised tour
- Fast, comfortable vessel maximises time at key locations
- Ideal for those who want a taste of the Whitsundays without committing to a full-day tour
Need to Know
- Available only to guests staying on Hamilton Island
- Itinerary may change based on weather, tide conditions, or operational factors
We also offer a Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet full day option for Hamilton Island guests?
Tour Details
Tour Languages Offered
English
EnglishDeparts From
Hamilton Island
Departure Time
- Morning Tour: Check in 7.30am - Departs 8.00am - Returns 12.00pm
- Afternoon Tour: Check in 12.00pm - Departs 12.30pm - Returns - 4.30pm
- Check in: Ocean Rafting Hamilton Island
Destinations
- Hill Inlet
- Whitehaven Beach
Months of Operation
January - December
Days of Operation
Daily
Duration
4.5 hours
Available for Purchase / Hire
- Prescription Mask Hire - $20
- Water
- Soft Drinks/Juice
- Beer/Cider
- Chocolate
Fitness Level Required
Medium
Restrictions
Tours are not suitable for guests with pre-existing back, neck or hip injuries or who are in their third trimester of pregnancy (other pregnancy stages are weather dependant).
Additional Information
Please reconfirm your booking 48 hours prior.
What to Bring
- 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!
Child Policy
- Child price applies to children 2 to 14 years
- Infants 0-23 months old free of charge
- Family Fare: 2 Adults and 2 Children
Cancellation Policy
Our T&Cs:
All cancellations must be in writing.
We understand things may change, so we have made cancellations very easy.
In every instance we always recommend you purchase travel insurance for life’s last-minute hiccups.
Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Additional Operators T&Cs:
Please reconfirm your booking 48 hours prior.
All fares are inclusive of Marine Park fees and GST. Ocean Rafting reserves the right to charge our customers a fuel levy if fuel is over $1.50 per litre.
Sites are weather and tide permitting. Ocean Rafting reserves the right to arrange alternate itinerary when necessary. Please note departure times may sometimes be weather and tidal dependant. Please reconfirm your booking 48 hours prior.
Ocean Rafting may use photographs of our clients in promotional material, including but not limited to social media, however if you do not consent please advise Ocean Rafting.
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. Tours are not suitable for guests with pre-existing back, neck or hip injuries or who are in their third trimester of pregnancy (other pregnancy stages are weather dependant). Minimum age 6 months. A signed release will be required from all participants on departure. We recommend you take out travel insurance.
Fitness and Health: Although good health and a positive attitude are essential, you do not need any prior experience to partake in an Ocean Rafting adventure.
Cancellations/Refund Policy: Ocean Rafting Hamiltion Island allows cancellations and amendments up to 24 hours before departure times for the Half Day Morning, Half Day Afternoon, and Full Day Eco
Adventure tours. Changes or cancellations made within 24 hours of departure will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
Credit Card Surcharge: If you are paying by credit card please be aware these transactions incur a non-refundable 1.6% surcharge.
Rates: Tour rates shown are valid for travel until 31 March 25. For travel after that date, relevant rates will display when future dates are selected in the booking table.
Cruise Ships: Please be aware that if you are travelling to the Whitsundays on a cruise ship, the timings of our Northern Exposure, Southern Lights and Fly Raft experiences do NOT align with the visiting cruise ship schedule. To avoid disappointment, please book through your cruise ship tour desk directly.
Queensland Public Holidays: The following days incur a public holiday surcharge of $20 per adult, $10 per child and $50 per family (2ad and 2ch) on the Northern Exposure, Southern Lights and Fly Raft package, as well as charters and all Rafting Squad bookings, including birthday travel. Scenic flights will NOT incur surcharge:
APR 25 – MAR 26
- 18 April 25 – Good Friday
- 19 April 25 – Easter Saturday
- 20 April 25 – Easter Sunday
- 21 April 25 – Easter Monday
- 25 April 25 – Anzac Day
- 05 May 25 – Labour Day
- 20 June 25 – Show Whitsundays
- 06 October 25 – King’s Birthday
- 25 December 25 – Christmas Day (CLOSED)
- 26 December 25 – Boxing Day
- 01 January 26 – New Year’s Day
- 26 January 26 – Australia Day
APR 26 – MAR 27
- 03 April 26 – Good Friday
- 04 April 26 – Easter Saturday
- 05 April 26 – Easter Sunday
- 06 April 26 – Easter Monday
- 25 April 26 – Anzac Day
- 04 May 26 – Labour Day
- *Still to be announced* – Show Whitsundays
- 05 October 26 – King’s Birthday
- 25 December 26 – Christmas Day (CLOSED)
- 26 December 26 – Boxing Day
- 28 December 26 – Boxing Day public holiday
Charters
As per Ocean Rafting T&C’s above except for charter payment and cancellation policy as follows:
- Cancellation up to 5 days prior to departure – Full refund less 5% non-refundable booking fee for all cancellations.
- Cancellation less than 5 days prior to departure – 100% cancellation fee applies
- A $200 Public Holiday surcharge is applied to rates for charters booked on Queensland public holidays
From
au$179.00
Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.
Child:
au$109.00
Family: au$520.00
Tour Code: 1235
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