About this experience
Two tickets, one boat: snorkellers and beachgoers visit the 7km-long Whitehaven Beach and South Lookout. Unlimited boat-to-beach transfers, a Whitsundays first. Buffet lunch Included. Family Friendly
Highlights
- Up to 4 hours at 7km-long Whitehaven Beach + South Lookout guided walk
- Unlimited boat-to-beach transfers at Whitehaven all day, a Whitsundays first
- The only Whitsundays tour where snorkellers and beachgoers share one boat
- Family Friendly From 3 Months Up. Cater For Vegans, Vege, Gluten, Lactose Free.
- Air-con indoor seating, outdoor sun loungers, licensed bar and buffet lunch
What's included
- Entry to Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven Beach, and South Whitehaven Lookout
- Unlimited beach-to-beach transfers
- Water refills (bring your own bottle)
- Wetsuit/stinger suit
- Buffet lunch and snacks
- Snorkel gear (if snorkel option selected)
- Air-conditioned seating and sun loungers
- 2 Bathrooms + 2 Changing Rooms
- Professional crew
- Free tour photos
- Fuel Surcharge, National Parks Entry Fee , Enviromental Managment Charge ( EMC Reef Tax)
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Two ticket options on Super Flyer: choose beach-only or beach + snorkel. The only Whitsundays tour where snorkellers and non-snorkellers travel together on the same boat.
Super Flyer is an 80-passenger air-conditioned catamaran with indoor seating, two bathrooms, two changing rooms, outdoor sun loungers and a licensed bar.
Ticket 1: Whitehaven Beach All Day (No Snorkelling)
- Up to 4 hours at Whitehaven Beach
- Unlimited on-demand water taxi between Super Flyer and the beach all day, a Whitsundays first
- Guided 900-metre walk to South Whitehaven Lookout for 120-degree views across the 7km beach (moderate fitness needed)
- Buffet lunch and morning and afternoon snacks
- Suitable for all ages, infants welcome from 3 months
Ticket 2: Whitehaven Beach + Snorkelling
- Everything in Ticket 1
- Plus a guided snorkel at a fringing reef (approximately 1 hour at the snorkel site)
- Snorkel gear, stinger suit and marine-qualified safety guide provided
- Snorkellers transfer from Super Flyer to ZigZag's smaller fast boat for the snorkel portion
- IMPORTANT: Beach time on this ticket is less than 4 hours, because part of the day is at the snorkel site
- Suitable for children aged 4 and over
- Infants under 4 can join, but only one parent can snorkel at a time. The other parent stays with the infant on Super Flyer or at Whitehaven Beach
A Whitsundays First: Two Tickets, One Boat
The only Whitsundays day tour where snorkellers and non-snorkellers travel together. A non-swimmer can come with a snorkeller, or a family with mixed-age children can travel as one group. On other tours, someone has to sit out and watch from the boat.
Onboard Super Flyer
Buffet lunch with morning and afternoon snacks. Licensed bar with beer, wine, cocktails, coffee and soft drinks (alcohol and coffee not included). Air-conditioned indoor seating, outdoor sun loungers (top deck adults only), two bathrooms, two changing rooms, free tour photos, free water refills (bring your own bottle). All dietary needs catered: vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and lactose-free (tell us when you book).
About ZigZag Whitsundays
We are a family business in Airlie Beach, run by marine biologists. Every crew member is trained in snorkel safety, first aid and oxygen administration. We are active participants in Great Barrier Reef conservation.
Important to Know
- Meeting point: Meeting Point D, Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach. Check-in 8:20 AM
- Operates in most weather conditions
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Included: park fees, fuel surcharge, Reef Tax (Environmental Management Charge)
- Not included: hotel pickup and drop-off
- All guests complete a medical declaration at check-in
- Not suitable for: guests with mobility impairments, wheelchair users, or cruise ship guests
Things to note
- Hat
- Beachwear
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Change of clothes
- Daypack
Terms & conditions
Please Note if you are travelling to Airlie By Cruise Ship, this tour is NOT suitable due to departure and return times.
All guests will be required to fill out medical declarations and emergency contacts at check in.
This tour will take place in most weather conditions.
Walk to the South Whitehaven Lookout is 900 meters long and requires moderate fitness.
Whitehaven Beach + Snorkelling is suitable for children 4+. IMPORTANT: Infants can still join this ticket, but Parents will snorkel at different times, allowing one parent to always be with the infant on Superflyer or at Whitehaven Beach.