The Ultimate Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Experience
Category: Boat Day Trips Eco-Tours
Region: Whitsunday Region
State: QLD
Duration:
8h
The Best Value for Money Whitehaven Beach Day Tour from Airlie Beach.
Offering the longest time at Whitehaven Beach with a BBQ lunch and 2 hours to explore Hill Inlet & Betties Beach!
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The longest-running day tour to Whitehaven Beach (Est 1989).
Whitehaven Xpress is a Family Owned and Operated business, proudly offering the Best Value for Money Whitehaven Beach Day Tour from Airlie Beach.
The main Point of Difference is the Whitehaven Beach BBQ lunch and longer time at both Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet. Hill Inlet Lookout is a must, with an optional Lookout offered at Whitehaven Beach.
The vessel has Upstairs, Indoor and Outdoor seating options. Toilets on board as well as a Licensed Bar service at reasonable prices.
Courtesy pick-ups are available.
Check in is at Coral Sea Marina | Meeting Point B before 830am.
Paid Parking is available at the Coral Sea Marina near the boat ramp parking area.
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An amazing travel company!
It’s been a long time since I’ve enjoyed a tour company of this level.
It all starts with the hotel pickup — a company representative arrives right on time, friendly, pleasant, and sets the tone for the day with a very positive attitude.
Upon arrival at the departure point along the southern promenade, the staff welcome you warmly. After a short briefing, the cruise sets off exactly on schedule. There’s an explanation about the voyage, safety instructions, what to expect during the day, and all of it is delivered with a great sense of humor and good vibes.
During the cruise, they serve hot drinks and a sweet snack.
The first leg takes about an hour and a half. The sea wasn’t calm, so the ride included quite a few jumps and splashes of water.
Upon reaching the first destination, there’s a roughly 30-minute walk to the first viewpoint. There are several lookout points along a wooden deck, moving from one to another.
To be honest, the site looks a bit different from the spectacular photos circulating online — it’s beautiful, but not quite as stunning as it appears in the published pictures. You can see in the photos I’ve attached that it’s still lovely, just less dramatic.
Afterwards comes another short cruise, about an hour or so, to the second stop, where the crew prepares an impressive lunch. I can personally say that even as a vegan, they took care of me with a delicious, satisfying meal — served on real plates with proper cutlery, in the middle of nowhere, complete with extras for anyone who wanted more.
The crew truly go above and beyond to create a memorable lunch experience.
At this point, there are three activity options:
A guided walk through the dense bush forest.
Full-body swimsuits for those who want to swim — due to the marine wildlife in the waters, everyone receives a suit in their size, including children.
Simply relaxing on the beach.
The stay lasts about three hours. Then everything is packed up, and the group sails back to the departure point. Travelers who booked return transfers are taken back to their hotels.
In conclusion, a wonderful team that ends the day with ukulele music and warm smiles — an experience in a place that may look different from the pictures, but leaves an impression no less special.
It’s been a long time since I’ve enjoyed a tour company of this level.
It all starts with the hotel pickup — a company representative arrives right on time, friendly, pleasant, and sets the tone for the day with a very positive attitude.
Upon arrival at the departure point along the southern promenade, the staff welcome you warmly. After a short briefing, the cruise sets off exactly on schedule. There’s an explanation about the voyage, safety instructions, what to expect during the day, and all of it is delivered with a great sense of humor and good vibes.
During the cruise, they serve hot drinks and a sweet snack.
The first leg takes about an hour and a half. The sea wasn’t calm, so the ride included quite a few jumps and splashes of water.
Upon reaching the first destination, there’s a roughly 30-minute walk to the first viewpoint. There are several lookout points along a wooden deck, moving from one to another.
To be honest, the site looks a bit different from the spectacular photos circulating online — it’s beautiful, but not quite as stunning as it appears in the published pictures. You can see in the photos I’ve attached that it’s still lovely, just less dramatic.
Afterwards comes another short cruise, about an hour or so, to the second stop, where the crew prepares an impressive lunch. I can personally say that even as a vegan, they took care of me with a delicious, satisfying meal — served on real plates with proper cutlery, in the middle of nowhere, complete with extras for anyone who wanted more.
The crew truly go above and beyond to create a memorable lunch experience.
At this point, there are three activity options:
A guided walk through the dense bush forest.
Full-body swimsuits for those who want to swim — due to the marine wildlife in the waters, everyone receives a suit in their size, including children.
Simply relaxing on the beach.
The stay lasts about three hours. Then everything is packed up, and the group sails back to the departure point. Travelers who booked return transfers are taken back to their hotels.
In conclusion, a wonderful team that ends the day with ukulele music and warm smiles — an experience in a place that may look different from the pictures, but leaves an impression no less special.
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dan
02 Mar 2026
The team did a fantastic job to make us feel welcome, on time, at home, relaxed, informative and with good fun and wonderful lunch.
Helle &John
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2026-03-05
Thank you so much for sharing us your wonderful review and for choosing Whitehaven
Xpress to bring you to Paradise! It's our pleasure to make your day tour experience a
memorable one always. Cheers!...
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Hansen_Esbjerg
01 Mar 2026
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2026-03-05
Wow! It seems like you've had a full day of exciting activities at Whitehaven Beach! We
greatly appreciate you for taking time to share us your experience. Rest assured we're
always happy and excited to make each day tour memorable and enjoyable! Cheers! 🎉
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Safari55749542606
28 Feb 2026
We were so happy to find a locally owned and operated tour company, we found Captain Dan, his son Sam, and best mate Kai to be amazing hosts! Very helpful, extremely knowledgable, good laughs and great fun. The tour was everything we wanted, a relaxing day at the beach, good hikes, and a delicious BBQ. We cannot recommend them enough, and we definitely will be back one day! Also, shout out to Kai for his ukulele skills, superb!
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Aisha
08 Jan 2026
Family ran which only adds to the enjoyment of the experience. Despite it being very rainy and windy the staff were very attentive and chatty putting everyone at ease, maximising enjoyment regardless.
Boat holds a good amount of people to make the trip feel social and suitable for all ages and backgrounds.
BBQ was delicious with a generous amount of food.
Highly recommend booking.
Sending thanks to the lovely staff!
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2026-01-09
Thank you so much for the awesome review! We look forward to seeing you onboard again!
Fantastic! Thank you so much for taking time to share your day tour experience at
Whitehaven! Rest assured we'll keep doing our best to make your visit to #Paradise exciting,
fun and memorable. See you again onboard soon! 🎉
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Jasmin
07 Jan 2026
Surpassed our expectations.
The guys were so welcoming and friendly, and nothing was too much trouble.
They laid on a superb bbq on the beach cooked by Captain Dan - chef extraordinaire.
Just the right amount of guests on the boat.
Top cup of coffee and introduced me to a local delicacy: arnotts biscuits mmmmm mmmmmmm.
Even though the weather was a bit wild, it did not spoil our day one bit.
Thanks guys.
Happy sailing.
⛵️
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2026-01-08
Thank you so much for sharing us your wonderful review and for choosing Whitehaven
Xpress to bring you to Paradise! It's our pleasure to make your day tour experience a
memorable one always. Cheers!...
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deblesl
07 Jan 2026
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2026-01-07
Awesome! We are thrilled to hear you've had an an amazing day out! Thank you for sharing
us your experience on Whitehaven beach. It is our pleasure to make each and every trip as
enjoyable and as memorable as it can be! See you again onboard soon! 🎉
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Subramanian
04 Jan 2026
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2026-01-04
Wow! It seems like you've had a full day of exciting activities at Whitehaven Beach! We
greatly appreciate you for taking time to share us your experience. Rest assured we're
always happy and excited to make each day tour memorable and enjoyable! Cheers! 🎉
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paulandrachele
29 Dec 2025
The islands are absolutely stunning, and the whole crew is incredibly friendly, kind, and welcoming. You can buy drinks on the boat at very reasonable prices.
I’m pescatarian, and the captain cooked a delicious fish just for me, which I truly appreciated!
All I can say is: book with them! Highly recommended
Merry Christmas, guys!
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Aix
21 Dec 2025
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Explore06717753837
21 Dec 2025
Luxury boat, attentive service by all the crew, who looked after our every needs.
Fabulous BBQ in the shade along with a good choice of salads followed by fresh fruit.
It has to be the best excursion we have ever been on.
Fun from start to finish.
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Culture662719
20 Dec 2025
Whitsundays is literally paradise but those guys help to make it even more great!
Chose them eyes closed you will not regret it !
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Camille
10 Dec 2025
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JeanetteRob
10 Dec 2025
We had a really great day on the Whitehaven Xpress boat tour! The boat ride itself was smooth and comfortable, and we were provided with snacks along the way, which was a nice touch.
The crew—Captain Dan, Kai, and Sam—were all friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. They made the day super relaxed and enjoyable. One of the best parts was the BBQ on Whitehaven Beach, where we had steak, sausages, burgers, fresh fruit, veggies, and rice. It was great to have such a good meal on the beach, and it's worth noting that they’re the only company with a permit to BBQ there.
The walks to both the Whitehaven Lookout and Hill Inlet Lookout were also great. The crew shared some interesting info about the area, and there was live ukelele music which added a nice touch to the atmosphere.
Overall, it was a really solid experience, and I’d absolutely recommend this day trip to anyone looking for a day out in the Whitsundays!
The crew—Captain Dan, Kai, and Sam—were all friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. They made the day super relaxed and enjoyable. One of the best parts was the BBQ on Whitehaven Beach, where we had steak, sausages, burgers, fresh fruit, veggies, and rice. It was great to have such a good meal on the beach, and it's worth noting that they’re the only company with a permit to BBQ there.
The walks to both the Whitehaven Lookout and Hill Inlet Lookout were also great. The crew shared some interesting info about the area, and there was live ukelele music which added a nice touch to the atmosphere.
Overall, it was a really solid experience, and I’d absolutely recommend this day trip to anyone looking for a day out in the Whitsundays!
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Sydney
08 Dec 2025
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-12-06
Wow! It seems like you've had a full day of exciting activities at Whitehaven Beach! We
greatly appreciate you for taking time to share us your experience. Rest assured we're
always happy and excited to make each day tour memorable and enjoyable! Cheers! 🎉
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KPB123a
26 Nov 2025
First and foremost, the Xpress is a true family business, and it really shows. They care. Captain Dan has owned the boat since he was 17 and knows it like the back of his hand. His son, Sam, and their deckhand-turned-ukulele-player, Kai, are absolute assets: enthusiastic, hardworking, fun, cheerful, and full of genuine stories. They work tirelessly to create a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. Kai, with his ukulele and little songs sprinkled throughout the day, added a charming touch that set the tone beautifully.
Another huge point of difference is the relaxed nature of the entire trip. You’re trusted to use your common sense, and it makes for a far more enjoyable experience. You’re free to move about the boat (holding the rails when necessary), nip to the toilet whenever you need, climb the ladder to the upper deck even while the boat is moving, or jump off for a swim if you fancy it. There’s a simple honesty system for drinks and snacks - help yourself to water, soft drinks, alcohol, chocolate, crisps throughout the day and just pay at the end. Personally, I feel bottled water should really be included in the price, but you’re absolutely welcome to bring your own onboard.
This relaxed approach stands in stark contrast to the Viper, where you can’t do anything unless you’re explicitly told to - and heaven forbid you bring sand onto the boat. We even saw one poor lady hosed down and ridiculed for it yesterday, which really highlighted the difference in atmosphere between the two experiences.
Despite being one of the older vessels in the region, the Xpress is far more exhilarating than the so-called fastest boat - genuinely great fun, with a proper sense of adventure.
The timings at both the lookout and Whitehaven Beach were spot on, and the BBQ lunch was excellent: steak, burgers, sausages, salads, and fresh fruit, all served with a cool, laid-back vibe. We were also offered morning tea with biscuits, and cheese and biscuits on the return trip. Some gluten free beers on board would be have a great bonus.
We had a brilliant day and would highly recommend this tour. It felt like great value for money as well.
My only piece of constructive feedback is regarding dietary needs. My husband is gluten-free, and although this was clearly flagged in the online booking, it unfortunately went unnoticed. There were no gluten-free biscuits in the morning, no GF bread at lunch, and no GF crackers with the cheese on the return trip. It was a real shame and something that could easily be improved so guests with dietary requirements don’t feel excluded.
Overall, though, this was a fantastic experience - warm, personal, relaxed, and memorable. We’d absolutely recommend it. Thank you.
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janeol123
15 Nov 2025
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Joanna
14 Nov 2025
Delightful.
Kai, Wayne and Captain San all worked a magic team to give us a superb experience.
From the welcome aboard safety briefing to disembarkation everything was great.
We were a mixed group of families, friends and couples of all ages and that made it great entertainment.
Hot drinks on the journey out were appreciated.
Beach bbq excellent.
Nibbles on the way back great.
Drinks served from the bar, at a fair price whenever wanted were good.
The itinerary was perfect, beach time, hike time and chilling time all came together perfectly.
The boat is fast and comfortable.
Very good value indeed
Whitsunday Island is the real star and we had the perfect amount of time to enjoy it with Whitehaven Express!
Thank you everyone.
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Kai, Wayne and Captain San all worked a magic team to give us a superb experience.
From the welcome aboard safety briefing to disembarkation everything was great.
We were a mixed group of families, friends and couples of all ages and that made it great entertainment.
Hot drinks on the journey out were appreciated.
Beach bbq excellent.
Nibbles on the way back great.
Drinks served from the bar, at a fair price whenever wanted were good.
The itinerary was perfect, beach time, hike time and chilling time all came together perfectly.
The boat is fast and comfortable.
Very good value indeed
Whitsunday Island is the real star and we had the perfect amount of time to enjoy it with Whitehaven Express!
Thank you everyone.
😀👍😀
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Kevan
13 Nov 2025
I am so happy we did this with this group. Boat was well setup and comfortable for ride out. Crew was amazing! Super helpful and friendly and telling you all about the area and what was going to be happening. Even got some fascinating Bush lore on a hike up to lookout. Whitehaven Beach is spectacular. Incredible water and the beauty of the swirls of different shades of blue is remarkable. Such a great day!
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Tim
08 Nov 2025
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-11-15
Fantastic! Thank you so much for taking time to share your day tour experience at
Whitehaven! Rest assured we'll keep doing our best to make your visit to #Paradise exciting,
fun and memorable. See you again onboard soon! 🎉
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Amber
29 Oct 2025
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-10-25
Wow! It seems like you've had a full day of exciting activities at Whitehaven Beach! We
greatly appreciate you for taking time to share us your experience. Rest assured we're
always happy and excited to make each day tour memorable and enjoyable! Cheers! 🎉
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Taylah
18 Oct 2025
From the start the driver was chatty and friendly and quickly dropped us to our meeting point. After that, Sam, Kai & Dan really looked after us, taking us to the best beaches and views of Whitehaven beach and tongue bay. The BBQ was top quality, lots of food on offer, like steak, sausages, chilli burgers and even had lots of fresh fruit, salad and rice. There was also plenty of drinks on board to choose from!
Overall we couldn’t fault the trip, both me and my gf had the best day! I would highly recommend going with these guys, what’s even nicer is they are a family run business which you really got a sense for!
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danielyT7078ZB
13 Oct 2025
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X1722XXkimberlys
03 Oct 2025
Amazing amazing tour - the team, kai, Bella, Sam and captain Dan were amazing and such lovely people with great personalities!
We went on 2 walking trails to see the stunning views of the swirling sands and the beaches, had a delicious Aussie bbq with Stumpy the local lizard and swam in the champagne bay! Our walks were accompanied by Sam and Bella playing tunes on the ukelele too 🎶
We got tea, coffee and biscuits in the way there and cheese and crackers on the way back which was a nice touch!
Shoutout to Wayne who picked us up and drove us back, he took us to the main st even though it wasn’t our stop - thanks for that!
We went on 2 walking trails to see the stunning views of the swirling sands and the beaches, had a delicious Aussie bbq with Stumpy the local lizard and swam in the champagne bay! Our walks were accompanied by Sam and Bella playing tunes on the ukelele too 🎶
We got tea, coffee and biscuits in the way there and cheese and crackers on the way back which was a nice touch!
Shoutout to Wayne who picked us up and drove us back, he took us to the main st even though it wasn’t our stop - thanks for that!
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Jennifer
30 Sep 2025
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-10-01
Thank you so much for sharing us your wonderful review and for choosing Whitehaven
Xpress to bring you to Paradise! It's our pleasure to make your day tour experience a
memorable one always. Cheers!...
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Jayne
28 Sep 2025
The captain Dan & deck crew Sam, Bella & Kai were so friendly & accommodating.
The BBQ lunch on Whitehaven Beach was delicious.
The entire day was planned so well with plenty of time to swim, relax & take in the breathtaking views at Hill Inlet.
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-10-01
Wow! It seems like you've had a full day of exciting activities at Whitehaven Beach! We
greatly appreciate you for taking time to share us your experience. Rest assured we're
always happy and excited to make each day tour memorable and enjoyable! Cheers! 🎉
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Nikola
26 Sep 2025
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-09-24
Wow! It seems like you've had a full day of exciting activities at Whitehaven Beach! We
greatly appreciate you for taking time to share us your experience. Rest assured we're
always happy and excited to make each day tour memorable and enjoyable! Cheers! 🎉
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Chris
23 Sep 2025
Absolutely joyful day with the passionate kid sam who explain every step of the way, guide and entertain Kai with his Ukulele, and with Dans delicious BBQ lunch and voyage... Love the family business and how much dedication to make the guests day filled with happy and wonderful memories..
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vijitha
08 Sep 2025
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-09-14
Thank you so much for sharing us your wonderful review and for choosing Whitehaven
Xpress to bring you to Paradise! It's our pleasure to make your day tour experience a
memorable one always. Cheers!...
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davidmZ3055DR
06 Sep 2025
The boat was comfortable and from the moment we were picked up from our resort, we were well looked after. The unique way they showed us where are how we getting there, was sensational. The BBQ lunch was the tipping point why I picked this cruise and it didn't disappoint. To have dedicated picnic tables and a shaded area were a real bonus. To see how other charters were operating also made me glad we chose Whitehaven Express.
A big shout out and thank you to Captain Dan and his crew, Kyle, Matt and Sam, who made the day a wonderful experience.
I would recommend this tour.
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-09-07
Awesome! We are thrilled to hear you've had an an amazing day out! Thank you for sharing
us your experience on Whitehaven beach. It is our pleasure to make each and every trip as
enjoyable and as memorable as it can be! See you again onboard soon! 🎉
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jackie
31 Aug 2025
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-09-07
We're glad you had an amazing time at Whitehaven beach! Rest assured we're always
doing our best to make your trip as enjoyable and memorable as it could be. Cheers!🎉
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LoveAustralia1504
27 Aug 2025
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-08-31
Awesome! We are thrilled to hear you've had an an amazing day out! Thank you for sharing
us your experience on Whitehaven beach. It is our pleasure to make each and every trip as
enjoyable and as memorable as it can be! See you again onboard soon! 🎉
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Chuck
25 Aug 2025
Great trip! Very friendly crew with many stories to tell, great BBQ at the beach and the views are just wow. Highly recommended!
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Michael
18 Aug 2025
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-08-24
Fantastic! Thanks for sharing us your review and for recommending us too! Cheers 🎉
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SandraH2151
08 Aug 2025
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-08-24
Great! We're glad you had an enjoyable time on your day tour at Whitehaven Beach. See
you again onboard soon! 🎉
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500Miles2014
06 Aug 2025
We had a awesome trip with Captain Dan and his son Sam! Our trip to Tongue point overlooking the magical Hill Inlet and Whitehaven was super memorable. The weather was perfect, the boat trip smooth, and everything ran like a well-oiled machine.
Dan is super laid back and entertaining, as well as a pretty great BBQ chef! Delicious food, amazing scenes and an all-round fantastic day was had by all on the Whitehaven Xpress! Thanks guys!
Dan is super laid back and entertaining, as well as a pretty great BBQ chef! Delicious food, amazing scenes and an all-round fantastic day was had by all on the Whitehaven Xpress! Thanks guys!
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Anthony
24 Jul 2025
We had a great day on the Whitehaven Express tour. I chose them specifically because of the amount of time you get to spend on the beach rather than racing away to snorkel because my wife has no interest in snorkeling, and my kiddo can't swim well enough to give it a crack. There was stacks of food on the BBQ so you won't go hungry, and there is more than enough time to make the most of Whitehaven. My son had a blast chasing the fish in the shallows, and stalking the goannas as they tried to get a snack from everyone at lunch time. We also saw a non venomous snake.
The crew were great, really friendly and happy to have a chat and a bit of fun, even trying to get a sing along happening with limited success.
The only disappointment was that we spent too much time up at the Hills inlet look out taking in the amazing view so we didn't get time to go down on the inlet beach, another 15 minutes there would have been great but there's only so much time!
The crew were great, really friendly and happy to have a chat and a bit of fun, even trying to get a sing along happening with limited success.
The only disappointment was that we spent too much time up at the Hills inlet look out taking in the amazing view so we didn't get time to go down on the inlet beach, another 15 minutes there would have been great but there's only so much time!
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Justin
23 Jul 2025
A wonderful tour and experience. Whitehaven beach was stunning and it was a nice small boat tour. The BBQ was next level!! Not too much to see while snorkelling at the top of Whitehaven beach but having just been up to Cairns it didn't matter so much. Would highly recommend this tour! Thanks, Jess, Sam and Captain Dan for an awesome day.
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Rachel
17 Jan 2025
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-01-15
Fantastic! Thank you so much for taking time to share your day tour experience at
Whitehaven! Rest assured we'll keep doing our best to make your visit to #Paradise exciting,
fun and memorable. See you again onboard soon! 🎉
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Katrina
11 Jan 2025
An absolutely incredible day out. Captain Dan has been running these tours for many years...and it shows. The whole day ran like clockwork. We were always updated throughout the day with what was happening, but it never felt rushed.
Lots to learn about the area from the very knowledgeable Captain Dan and deckhands Sam and Wayne. But if you just want to enjoy the beach then that is fine too. Sam and Wayne engage with all passengers and are eager to help in any way they can. Nothing is too much trouble.
The beach BBQ is outstanding. So much food - great quality and cooked to perfection. The steaks were delicious and the fruit salad very refreshing. Special thanks to Dan for cooking the sausage exactly how we asked for it 😜
We will definitely repeat this tour when we are next in Airlie Beach and would highly recommend Whitehaven Xpress to anyone
Lots to learn about the area from the very knowledgeable Captain Dan and deckhands Sam and Wayne. But if you just want to enjoy the beach then that is fine too. Sam and Wayne engage with all passengers and are eager to help in any way they can. Nothing is too much trouble.
The beach BBQ is outstanding. So much food - great quality and cooked to perfection. The steaks were delicious and the fruit salad very refreshing. Special thanks to Dan for cooking the sausage exactly how we asked for it 😜
We will definitely repeat this tour when we are next in Airlie Beach and would highly recommend Whitehaven Xpress to anyone
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Mark
07 Jan 2025
Captain Dan/Cook, jess and Sam.
All the family loved this amazing experience to Whitsundays Island.
Great bbq, refreshments and stunning views.
Well Recommended.
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-01-05
Thank you so much for sharing us your wonderful review and for choosing Whitehaven
Xpress to bring you to Paradise! It's our pleasure to make your day tour experience a
memorable one always. Cheers!...
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Stephen
04 Jan 2025
All were fantastic and cooked awesome bbq lunch, steak was so tender and those chilli burgers had the best flavours
Salads were fresh and very well presented
Highly recommend this tour on this boat
Had a great day
Thanks again
From Guy, Kylie and Zeplin 🥰
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-01-05
Fantastic! Thank you so much for taking time to share your day tour experience at
Whitehaven! Rest assured we'll keep doing our best to make your visit to #Paradise exciting,
fun and memorable. See you again onboard soon! 🎉
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Zeplin2014
03 Jan 2025
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-01-05
Awesome! We are thrilled to hear you've had an an amazing day out! Thank you for sharing
us your experience on Whitehaven beach. It is our pleasure to make each and every trip as
enjoyable and as memorable as it can be! See you again onboard soon! 🎉
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kingrichie
29 Dec 2024
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2025-01-05
Thank you so much for sharing us your wonderful review and for choosing Whitehaven
Xpress to bring you to Paradise! It's our pleasure to make your day tour experience a
memorable one always. Cheers! 🎉
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JANET
22 Dec 2024
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 2024-12-19
We're glad you had an amazing time at Whitehaven beach! Rest assured we're always
doing our best to make your trip as enjoyable and memorable as it could be. Cheers!🎉
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Navigate29002571694
18 Dec 2024
Great experience with this family business. Amazing captain stories about wildlife from Dan, amazing services from Jess and Sam. Jess surprised us with her great Dutch vocabulary. If you want to go on a boat trip to the Whitsunday islands this is certainly a recommended day trip.
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Gerard
18 Nov 2024
Unforgettable day in the Whitsundays aboard the Whitehaven Xpress, a very comfortable ship with a great crew. The company is family run and the atmosphere is very relaxed. Refreshments are served all day and the lunchtime barbecue on the island is exceptional. Beautiful snorkeling spot south of the beach, swimming and walking to the lookouts organized by the crew. To choose without hesitation!
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Regis
26 Oct 2024
Jim and Linda McLellan
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Great! We're glad you had an enjoyable time on your day tour at Whitehaven Beach. See
you again onboard soon! 🎉
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James
02 Oct 2024
We had great time with comfortable boat ride, nice food (also including vegetarian), great views, sufficient time at the lookouts & at the Whithaven beach. I will surely recommend this family operated tour.
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Great! We're glad you had an enjoyable time on your day tour at Whitehaven Beach. See
you again onboard soon! 🎉
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TravelBuggedMannie
27 Sep 2024
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thank you so much for sharing us your wonderful review and for choosing Whitehaven
Xpress to bring you to Paradise! It's our pleasure to make your day tour experience a
memorable one always. Cheers!...
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Linda
27 Sep 2024
Boat was perfect really good size and good amount of time spent at each location.
Great selection of drinks at the on board bar.
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thank you so much for the awesome review! We look forward to seeing you onboard again!
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luciKendal
27 Sep 2024
The BBQ at the beach was awesome! All Food is home made - thats the taste!
The views and the beaches are unbelieveable! We also saw some whales on our way back where a super tasty cheese plate was served including a home made french onion dip what more would you expect from a trip?
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Fantastic! Thank you so much for taking time to share your day tour experience at
Whitehaven! Rest assured we'll keep doing our best to make your visit to #Paradise exciting,
fun and memorable. See you again onboard soon! 🎉
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Markus
26 Sep 2024
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Whitehavenxpress, Owner at Whitehaven Xpress, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Wow! It seems like you've had a full day of exciting activities at Whitehaven Beach! We
greatly appreciate you for taking time to share us your experience. Rest assured we're
always happy and excited to make each day tour memorable and enjoyable! Cheers! 🎉
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Lorna
25 Sep 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Unforgettable Experience with Whitehaven Xpress Tour!**
We had an absolutely fantastic day with Whitehaven Xpress Tour! The swirly sands at Hill Inlet were breathtaking, and swimming at Whitehaven Beach was pure paradise. The BBQ lunch they prepared was delicious, adding the perfect touch to an already amazing day.
Captain Dan, Jess, and Decky Dan were all incredible—friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure we had the best time. Their enthusiasm and hospitality truly stood out. We can't wait to book with them again the next time we're in town. Highly recommend this tour for an unforgettable experience!
We had an absolutely fantastic day with Whitehaven Xpress Tour! The swirly sands at Hill Inlet were breathtaking, and swimming at Whitehaven Beach was pure paradise. The BBQ lunch they prepared was delicious, adding the perfect touch to an already amazing day.
Captain Dan, Jess, and Decky Dan were all incredible—friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure we had the best time. Their enthusiasm and hospitality truly stood out. We can't wait to book with them again the next time we're in town. Highly recommend this tour for an unforgettable experience!
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Tammie
17 Aug 2024
Amazing tour with a wonderful family-run business! Friendly staff, delicious food, and perfect beach time. You can feel the love and care they put into making every guest feel like family. Highly recommend!
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Joana
14 Aug 2024
Absolutely brilliant day spent with the crew of the Whitehaven Xpress. So knowledgeable and friendly. Fantastic bbq lunch cooked fresh by Captain Dan. Jess was lovely as was deckie Dan. Great for all ages and great if travelling with kids.
Brilliant day from start to finish
Brilliant day from start to finish
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Christine
08 Aug 2024
Had a fantastic day with Whitehaven Express. Captain Dan, Crew Dan and Jess were wonderful so laidback, friendly and professional. Had a great BBQ lunch and an amazing trip and walk to Hill Inlet. What an amazing view. Incredible. Would highly recommend this tour.
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Julie
07 Aug 2024
A big thankyou to Dan our Captain and Chef, Jess our pick up driver and on board nephew and niece who's names I can't remember, thankyou all for such an enjoyable day from the moment of our pick up Jess is such a bubbley person with the most contagious laugh, and nothing was too much trouble. The team was very knowledgeable and regularly checked if you needed anything.
Your destination won't disappoint. There was no rush on anything.
Dan did a fantastic BBQ, and the steak was cooked to perfection, salads as well as fruit platter was delicious. There were also vegan options available. The team worked extremely hard to satisfy the needs of everyone. Thank you to all the team for your great effort.
Your destination won't disappoint. There was no rush on anything.
Dan did a fantastic BBQ, and the steak was cooked to perfection, salads as well as fruit platter was delicious. There were also vegan options available. The team worked extremely hard to satisfy the needs of everyone. Thank you to all the team for your great effort.
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Maria
17 Jul 2024
My family came to Whitsunday Beach via the Whitsunday Cruise. We were enjoying our time on the beach when we suddenly were disrupted by the Whitsunday Xpress staff. There were 3 staff, 2 young looking males and an older male. We did not use their service nor engage with them but while they were making their BBQ the older male decided to look at my family and make ignorant racist remarks with a blatant expression. It was extremely childish and very disappointing that a fellow Australian is being racist at this day and age. Moreover, he made these remarks in the presence of his younger staff which will further perpetuate this disgusting behaviour.
I have read other reviews of Whitsunday Xpress on their racism. It is astounding that the staff have not been warned or made redundant from the amount of complaints. It speaks volumes of the company and the immature people running it.
To the man that made racist remarks to my family, and the two boys that laughed along, and the rest of your staff that make racists remarks. We don’t find this stupidity funny. We don’t tease your language. I’m Australian for christ’s sake. People of all races contribute to Australia’s economy, our efforts and differences will not be diminished by your immaturity.
Let’s hope you’re not proud of the immensely ignorant behaviour you’ve been persisting all these years.
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