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What if one of the Whitsundays’ best-kept secrets is hiding in plain sight? Just one hour north of Airlie Beach lies Bowen, a laid-back coastal gem bursting with secluded bays, spectacular raw landscapes, and rich history. Step away from the crowds and immerse yourself in a relaxed day of adventure, discovery, and incredible stories. 🌊
Breathtaking Beaches and Panoramic Views
Wander where the crowds don’t go. Explore the soft sands and turquoise waters of Horseshoe Bay, Murray Bay, Rose Bay, and Queens Beach. With dramatic rocky headlands and sweeping Coral Sea views, this is coastal scenery at its absolute finest. Take a deep breath of salty air, explore hidden corners, or simply sit back and soak it all in. ✨
Local Flavours and Iconic Sights
- Scenic Morning Tea: Enjoy a delicious morning tea paired with a dreamy coastal outlook.
- Waterfront Lunch: Settle in for a relaxed lunch at the famous Birds Fish Bar-2025 Voted Best in Qld. 🐟
- Iconic Photo Ops: Snap a photo at the famous Big Mango and see the historic locations where the movie Australia was filmed.
Captivating History and Local Secrets
Bowen boasts an old-world coastal charm with beautiful Queenslander homes and historic streets. Led by your expert local guide, Cherene, who has been touring Bowen since 2022, you will uncover stories most visitors drive straight past. Hear fascinating tales of early settlers, Indigenous heritage, shipwrecks, wartime history, and unexpected connections to Hollywood, Catalina flying boats, and space rockets. 🚀
The Ultimate Whitsundays Day Trip
This is more than just a day trip; it is an opportunity to explore, laugh, and learn at a relaxed pace. Come curious and discover why Bowen is the ultimate Whitsundays escape!
Important Tour Information
Thankyou for booking the Bowen Discovery Tour.
An exciting day exploring the Top of the Whitsundays.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Terms and Conditions
Bookings and Payments
All bookings are subject to availability and confirmation. Full payment is required prior to departure unless otherwise agreed. Prices are listed in Australian dollars (AUD) and include GST where applicable.
Cancellation Policy
- More than 24 hours prior to departure: Full refund (100%)
- Between 12–24 hours prior to departure: 50% refund
- Less than 12 hours prior to departure or no-shows: No refund
Alternative dates may be offered where possible with at least 24 hours’ notice. We understand weather conditions and personal circumstances can change and will do our best to accommodate rescheduling requests.
Minimum Numbers
Tours require a minimum of four guests to operate. If minimum numbers are not met, guests will be offered an alternative date, alternative tour, or full refund.
Changes and Cancellations by Operator
Tours and itineraries may be altered, delayed, or cancelled due to weather conditions, road closures, safety concerns, operational requirements, or circumstances beyond our control. If we cancel a tour, affected guests will receive a full refund or the option to transfer to another available date.
Guest Responsibilities
Guests are responsible for ensuring they are fit and capable of participating in the tour activities booked. Guests must follow guide instructions at all times to ensure safety and enjoyment for all participants.
Guests are responsible for advising us of any relevant medical conditions, injuries, mobility limitations, allergies, or dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Children
Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian unless otherwise agreed.
Safety and Participation
We reserve the right to refuse participation or remove guests from a tour where behaviour is unsafe, disruptive, affected by alcohol or drugs, or may impact the safety or enjoyment of others. No refunds will be provided in these circumstances.
Weather and Natural Conditions
Tours operate in natural environments where weather, wildlife sightings, track conditions, and accessibility may vary. While we aim to deliver the advertised experience, nature is unpredictable and specific conditions or wildlife encounters cannot be guaranteed.
Liability
Participation in tours involves inherent risks associated with outdoor activities and travel. Guests participate at their own risk. To the extent permitted by Australian law, we accept no responsibility for personal injury, loss, damage, delay, or expenses arising from circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
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I would recommend this tour to anoyone who wants to see parts of Airlie Beach that you would otherwise miss.
Thanks Cherene for a great day out!
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We explored Cape Gloucester and Dingo Beach and absolutely loved discovering the beautiful beaches, hidden spots and amazing resorts along the way.
Cherene also shared lots of interesting facts and stories about the area, which made the experience even more special.
We highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to explore the beautiful surroundings of Airlie Beach. You’ll absolutely love it!
We have had such a great day and would forever go again.
Great time, great guide (Cherene) and company.
Do yourself a favour and go.
Keep smiling☀️😁
She’s bubbly, patient, a great communicator, and puts her heart and soul into these tours. She provided wonderful amenities on board and made everyone feel included and welcome. One of the best tour guides I’ve ever met! You won’t be disappointed.
Cherene is a
Wonderful host
Both tours were exceptional and so informative thanks to Cherene's wealth of local knowledge. We visited so many places that we never would have discovered on our own.
We thoroughly enjoyed the whole day in the company of our lovely guide.
Would highly recommend Driftwood Tours to any one wanting to explore the local area.
We did the Bowen Discovery tour & thoroughly enjoyed it.
Sure we could have hired a car & drove ourselves but there is no way we would have seen, done & learned what we did with Cherene.
All the best Cherene.
We had 10 people on this tour in her van, we were all very comfortable with frequent stops including bathroom breaks.
Our guide was incredible—expertly sharing insights on the local birdlife and plants while leadings us to stunning hidden beaches. She kept the group setting intimate, provided a lovely snack after a scenic walk on a beach where we felt like the only visitors! We never felt rushed and truly appreciated the personalized attention. Highly recommended for an authentic coastal experience!
The waterfall is exceptional.
Little snack was provided as well, cookies banana bread grapes and juice.
the Kangaroos. Cherene communicates excellently in arranging, preparing and conducting her tour. She drives perfectly, is safety conscious, informative, helpful with an awesome, friendly personality. BTW she is an EXCELLENT photographer as well.
Highly recommend Cherene and her agency. Doesn't get any better. Almost forgot, TERRIFIC sense of humor. Thanks a million Cherene for a great day.
Dave and Phyllis Stolls
California
She even went twice to find a customer who could not find the joining point while also ring the person's phone twice.
This is an amazing part of the world and please book to get the the full experience plus Cherene ensured that we were back in time for the cruises tender.
Park bushwalk and cedar creek falls tour and wow! Swimming in the creek was so refreshing and beautiful. Cherene is a great tour guide, keeps the energy up with her enthusiasm! Highly recommend!
wonderfull bush walk. highly recommended
We arrived just in time for sunrise on a cloudy morning and were greeted by kangaroos and wallabies, some with joeys nestled in their pouches, peacefully roaming the beach. The photos came out brilliantly. Cherene shared interesting insights throughout the morning, striking a perfect balance between informative and relaxed.
The ranger ensured respectful wildlife viewing, reminding everyone to keep their distance and switch off camera flashes to avoid startling the animals. Afterward, we had the option to walk up to the lookout or simply enjoy more time with the kangaroos on the beach.
Breakfast was a lovely way to wrap up the morning. With just eight of us on the tour, it felt personal — and the cost was more than justified by the experience. This tour would suit anyone who loves kangaroos.
Thank you, Cherene! Your energy, warmth, and love for what you do shine through every detail. This tour was so much more than I expected, and I’d recommend it to absolutely anyone visiting Airlie Beach and surroundings, there's so much more to see!!!

























































































































































