Southern Lights Tour with Lunch
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Southern Lights Tour with Lunch

4.6(73 reviews)|
Airlie Beach, QLD

Duration

Half day

Language

English

Group Size

Small group

Cancellation

Policy applies

Highlights

Sail through the stunning Whitsunday Islands

Visit the world-famous Whitehaven Beach

Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef

Sleep under the stars on the ocean

Perfect for couples, groups and solo adventurers


About This Experience

Explore the southern Whitsunday Islands on Ocean Rafting's signature tour. Snorkel pristine reefs, bushwalk to secluded lookouts, relax on Whitehaven Beach, and enjoy a fresh lunch on the water.


What's Included

All meals and refreshments on board

Snorkelling equipment and wetsuits

National park fees

Experienced skipper and crew

Not Included

Personal expenses and souvenirs

Gratuities (optional)

Travel insurance



Cancellation Policy Applies

Cancellation fees may apply depending on the operator and timing. We strongly recommend travel insurance for all bookings.

Meeting Point

Airlie Beach, QLDOpen in Google Maps →
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Customer Reviews4.6 out of 5 • 73 reviews

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Finn M.

Cork, Ireland6 weeks ago

Loved every minute

Snorkelling straight off the back of the boat, sunbaking on the deck and Whitehaven Beach. A couple got a bit seasick but the crew were caring.

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Josh P.

Denver, USA3 weeks ago

Sailing dreams come true

Gliding between the 74 islands with the wind in the sails was unreal. Turtles on the snorkel, dolphins off the bow. Absolutely unforgettable.

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Daniel V.

Wellington, NZ2 months ago

Best two days of the trip

The catamaran was comfy, the food was great and the crew made it so much fun. Whitehaven Beach genuinely looks Photoshopped in real life.

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Emma L.

London, UK1 month ago

Perfect Whitsundays trip

Great crew, great food and the most beautiful islands. We snorkelled with turtles, sailed at sunset and slept under the stars. Book it!

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Léa P.

Lyon, France2 weeks ago

Stunning islands, tight bunks

The sailing and snorkelling were world-class and the crew were legends. Bunks are snug as expected on a boat but that is part of the fun.

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Ryan S.

Gold Coast, QLD5 weeks ago

Whitsundays did not disappoint

From Hill Inlet lookout to the coral gardens, every stop was jaw-dropping. Skipper and hostess were absolute legends. Highly recommend.

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About Southern Lights Tour with Lunch

Southern Lights Tour with Lunch is a 7 Hours adventure in Airlie Beach, QLD. Run by Ocean Rafting, it can be booked online at dundeeadventure.com with live availability, instant confirmation and our best-price guarantee — no hidden booking fees.

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Operated by Ocean Rafting · 7 Hours · Airlie Beach, QLD

About Southern Lights Tour with Lunch

Operated by Ocean Rafting · 7 Hours · Airlie Beach, QLD

"THE ORIGINAL AND MOST AWARDED TOUR IN THE WHITSUNDAYS" Multi award winning Ocean Rafting visits the “Wild Side” of the Whitsunday Islands, the uninhabited islands with beautiful natural scenery brimming with marine, bird and animal life.  The Ocean Rafting's Southern Lights tour offers the perfect Whitehaven Beach tour, visiting both ends of the world famous beach and enjoying approximately two hours relaxing at the southern end of the 7km stretch of Whitehaven Beach. At the northern end of Whitehaven Beach, enjoy a guided bushwalk to spectacular Hill Inlet Lookout to view and capture photographs of the stunning swirling silica sands and aqua water.  Ocean Rafting is the only tour to have direct access to all areas of the stunning and iconic Hill Inlet beach to ensure you enjoy the most memorable experience of this special place. Snorkel for over an hour at one of our “secret” snorkel spots and enjoy the amazing hard and soft corals of the fringing reefs, as well as a huge range of marine life including colourful fish, turtles, clams and so much more, all of which call the inner coral reefs home. Ocean Rafting has the fastest day boats in the Whitsundays, meaning it is not only an adventurous ride, but distances are covered in a shorter time, leaving more time for activities.  The semi rigid inflatable vessels are super fast allowing guests to experience a fun ride, adventure and education amongst the natural beauty of the Whitsundays. You can see why we call it three days in one! The main difference between Ocean Rafting’s two tours is that the Northern Exposure offers more snorkelling time and the Southern Lights has more beach time. Ocean Rafting has been operating since 1997 and is proud to have special permits allowing its vessels to visit protected areas in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The Skipper and Eco Host will ensure guests have a fun filled adventure and personalised service with snorkel lessons and a guided National Park walk in the Whitsunday Islands. Tours depart from Coral Sea Marina, Northern Village and courtesy coach pickups are included. The Ocean Rafting Southern Lights includes a tropical-style lunch and a sunsuit/wetsuit.