Ocean Rafting
Fly + Raft Southern Lights Package
Help code: 367D-34FE
- 60 minute reef and island scenic flight
- Tropical style lunch
- Guided National Park walks
- Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet
- Courtesy bus transfers
- Personalised snorkel instruction
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The best views from above, on and below the water!
See the Whitsundays from above with a stunning scenic flight over the islands and Great Barrier Reef, including famous Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach, then ride the tropical waters on Ocean Rafting's Southern Lights tour.
Each Ocean Rafting adventure offers an exhilarating ride to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, pristine snorkelling reefs and guided Whitsunday Island National Parks walks.
Enjoy a bird's eye view of many of the 74 Whitsunday Islands, fly over Whitehaven Beach and picture postcard Hill Inlet before heading out to the Great Barrier Reef and experiencing one of the most photographed reef locations, Heart Reef. The comfortable fixed wing aircraft offers big window viewing, pilot commentary and the best views of the Whitsundays!
Following your flight, enjoy an Ocean Rafting Southern Lights adventure. The 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 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. 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.
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. 32 passengers at most allows for personal snorkelling lessons and the pleasure of a small group. A tropical style lunch is served at the beach with plenty of time to swim in the turquoise ocean or just relax on the silica white sand.
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 Fly and Raft Package includes a tropical style lunch and stinger suit/wet suit.
Inclusions
- 60 minute scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef with stunning views of Heart Reef, with guaranteed window seats
- Full day Ocean Rafting Southern Lights adventure to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet
- Tropical style lunch on Whitehaven Beach
- Informative commentary throughout
- Use of snorkel equipment
- Wetsuit/sunsuit
- Courtesy bus transfers
- Departs from Whitsunday Airport, just 8 minutes from Airlie Beach
- Package may be split over two days
Extras
- Prescription mask hire available - $20
- Water, soft drinks, alcohol and chocolates for sale on boat
Options
- Adult: 15 years & over
- Child: 2-14 years
- Infant: 0-23 months FOC
- Family: 2 adults & 2 children
Time
- Southern fly raft departs at 8:30am and returns at 4:30pm
Duration
- 8 hours
Location
- Tours depart from Coral Sea Marina North (next to Sorrento Restaurant & Bar), Airlie Beach, QLD 4802
Hotel Pickup
- Courtesy coach pick-ups are available from 6:10am - 1:45pm
What To Bring
- Swimmers
- A beach bag with a towel, hat and shoes
- A jacket during winter to protect you from wind and for warmth after snorkelling
- Cameras in a waterproof case or Tupperware
- Cash for water, soft drinks, fruit juices and chocolates for sale on board
- Everything you need for the day as you will not return to your accommodation between tours
Additional Information
- Please note if you are travelling to the Whitsundays on a cruise ship, the timings of this experience do not align with the visiting cruise ship schedule
Terms And Conditions
- Minimum numbers of four passengers for flights/flight packages apply
- Flights are subject to pilot discretion, weather and air traffic control
- For legal and safety reasons all passengers are weighed prior to boarding. Maximum per seat weight is 125 kgs
- Full names and exact weights per passenger must be advised when booking due to flight weight availability
- Pick up transfers for scenic flights only collect guests from their mainland accommodation and drop off transfers are always to Coral Sea Marina, with the exception of the last flight of the day, which may return guests to their mainland accommodation
- The fly component of the Fly and Raft tour is operated by Whitsunday Air Services Pty Ltd AOC# 1-KPVQ0 -06, a licensed and certified Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) carrier
- 100% cancellation fee applies for cancellations after midday the day prior
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations are accepted up until 12pm the day prior to travel.
Booking Information
- Per person weight in kgs required must be advised when booking due to flight weight availability
- Maximum per seat weight is 125kgs
- Scenic flights do not incur a public holiday surcharge
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 48 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- The operator reserves the right to update their rates without notice
- Cruise vessel subject to change without notice
“This high-speed option is a great way to combine sightseeing with a bit of an extra rush, while also saving time by accessing some of the Whitsundays' top highlights far quicker than a regular cruise.”