Whitsunday Islands: Tongarra Sailing Tour from Airlie Beach
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About this experience
This ticket secures a place aboard the Tongarra, the operator's spacious sailing vessel, for an 8-hour 30-minute guided day tour departing from Airlie Beach and exploring the reefs and coastline of the Whitsunday Islands in Queensland. The crew lead the experience throughout, providing factual commentary on the region's history, reef systems, and individual islands as the Tongarra moves between locations. Guests snorkel in sheltered bays, observing coral formations and tropical fish, with all snorkelling gear and stinger suits included in the booking. Lunch and snacks are served on board, and the itinerary takes in both above-water and below-water views of the Great Barrier Reef. The ticket price covers the marine environmental fee, Queensland parks and wildlife fee, fuel, and all listed equipment, making it a practical full-day option for visitors to the Cairns and Whitsunday region. Cancellation is permitted before the travel date. Vehicles are not sold through this listing. Any vehicle used during the experience is supplied by the operator and returned at the end.
Highlights
- Full 8.5-hour sailing tour departing from Airlie Beach
- Snorkel sheltered bays among coral formations and tropical fish
- All snorkelling gear and stinger suits included in the price
- Lunch and snacks served on board the Tongarra vessel
- Crew commentary covers reef systems, history, and island detail
- Explore the reefs and coastline of the Whitsunday Islands
What is included
- Marine environmental fee
- Queensland parks and wildlife fee
- Lunch and snacks
- Stinger suit rental
- Snorkelling gear
- Fuel
Cancellation terms
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
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