Thundercat Whitsundays – All Inclusive Day Tour
- Airlie Beach
- Full-day Tours
- E-Voucher
- Boat Tour
Overview
Our reservations team will contact you travelling from Monday 13th April onwards and process the surcharge approximately 48 hours prior to departure
If you’re going to experience something once, make sure you choose to Adventure with Australia’s best!
Duration: 8 Hours
**Tour Highlights**
– Explore for 2 hours on the iconic Whitehaven Beach
– Enjoy a guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout with a knowledgeable crew member
– Snorkel two different locations on the fringing Great Barrier Reef
– Visit the best spots that include the North and South end of the Whitsunday Islands
– All-inclusive of lycra suit, snorkelling equipment and wet suit (winter months)
– Value for money with an extended day, 9am-5pm
– Travel with accredited Climate Action Leaders and don’t leave a footprint
– On-board toilet for passenger comfort
– A local supplier with qualified chefs caters for lunch and snacks
– Local bus transfers included
– BYO Alcohol (and we provide the eski and ice)
– Australia’s only Marine-accredited Savannah Guide Enterprise
– Stable catamaran custom-built specifically for the Whitsundays Perfect tour for those who may suffer from seasickness
– Proudly Australian-owned business for the past 14 years
– 2018 – 2022 Gold winners for the best “National Tourism” in Australia!
– 2021 Gold winner for the best “”Adventure Tourism”” Business in Australia!
**Itinerary Reference**
Depart from the award-winning Coral Sea Marina at 9am and travel to Tongue Bay for a once in a lifetime experience on Whitehaven Beach and a guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout. Enjoy fresh homemade baking for morning tea, followed by a buffet lunch before heading to two snorkelling locations on the fringing Great Barrier Reef. Afternoon tea is provided before the journey back to Airlie Beach, arriving at approximately 5pm.
**Menu:**
– Morning Tea: Homemade Chocolate Brownie
– Lunch:
• Vegitable frittata
• Cold meat and cheese platter
• Fresh salad platter
• Fresh pasta salad
• Chinese noodle salad
• Bread rolls
– Afternoon Tea: Fresh fruit Kebabs
PLEASE NOTE: Thundercat does not cater to dietary requirements. Therefore, if the above menu does not satisfy the customer, they are welcome to bring their own snacks and place them in our esky. We do not sell alcohol on the boat, but all guests are welcome to BYO and place cans in the esky. No red wine or glass is allowed on the vessel.
What’s included
Included
- Comfortable catamaran ride.
- All-inclusive of lycra suit, snorkelling equipment (mask & snorkel only) and wet suit (winter months).
- Lunch, morning and afternoon tea on board.
- Guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout with a knowledgeable crew member.
- Bus transfers available from most hotels.
- Marine fuel tax.
- An additional fee of $20 per adult and $10 per child will be charged on public holidays.
Not included
- All inclusions are as indicated on the websites at time of travel. If not stated as included the items are at guests own cost.
Ages
Children age between 2 and 14 years old. Children under two years old must be approved before departure and supply own lifejacket.
Each paying adult can bring one infant aged 0-1 year old for free, but must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
How to use
On the day of booking, please wait for the red bus marked ThunderCat at the entrance of the hotel or the designated place 10-15 minutes in advance. Present the electronic confirmation and board the bus. Please note that the driver will not ring you, please be on time. If you are late for personal reasons and cannot attend the tour, no refund can be made.
If you’re not being picked up by our bus then please meet at Coral Sea Marina meeting area next to the roundabout at 8.30am. The vessel will depart at 9am sharp so please don’t be late.
You need to reconfirm your booking 48-72 hours before the start of your trip. Please call 07 4946 4444 to confirm again.
Please carefully review and confirm the contents of the email sent by supplier (the pick-up information may be adjusted). If you have any questions about the meeting point and time, please call 07 4946 4444 to confirm again.
Please be sure to check your email and text messages regularly. You will receive several emails (e.g., confirmation emails, travel advisories, itinerary updates, etc.); please follow the instructions provided in these emails. Should you have any questions, please contact us as soon as possible.
Good to know
[Please Note] Please be sure to fill out the waiver form before your trip. The waiver form will be sent to your registered mobile phone number via SMS. Please read and understand the contents carefully before signing as required. To avoid unnecessary delays and ensure a smoother boarding process, we strongly encourage you to complete your waivers as soon as possible using the online links provided. If you do not receive the waiver form via SMS, please contact us promptly.
It is advisable to bring a rain jacket during the summer months (January – April) and warmer clothes during the winter months (June-September). You may bring sunscreen, sunglasses, towel, hat, underwater camera, refillable water bottle.
Max pax is 32 or 38.
PLEASE NOTE: Thundercat does not cater to dietary requirements. Therefore, if the above menu does not satisfy the customer, they are welcome to bring their own snacks and place them in our esky.
We do not sell alcohol on the boat, but all guests are welcome to BYO and place cans in the esky. No red wine or glass is allowed on the vessel.
Airlie Beach Bag storage is located at the same office as the Red Cat Adventures check-in and has a safe and affordable facility. Address is 350 Shute Harbor Road, Airlie Beach. We offer attended bag services and self-operated lockers that are secure so no need to worry about possessions going missing or bags being stolen. The facility has been fitted with security cameras, smoke free premises plus air conditioned for additional freshness. Its a per trip fee so it’s a great solution for long or short-term storage needs to tourists at affordable rates. We have lockers and storage to fit all bags, suitcases and backpacks so don’t worry about stuffing your belongings into small crammed and over loaded space.Please bring your bag with you for check-in and we can discuss your options of secured luggage storage or self-operated lockers.
We recommend you take out travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss of personal goods and the inability to travel due to weather. Clients should note that adventure travel involves risk.
The Outer Reef Snorkeling Adventure Tour is recommended for strong swimmers as it operates in open water at the Outer Reef. Non-swimmers and poor swimmers will not be permitted to snorkel for safety reasons. In the event of inclement weather, we will adjust the itinerary to visit the inner reef within the Whitsunday Islands to ensure an enjoyable experience.
Disclaimer
After the product is successfully booked, we will send you a confirmation voucher. The main information about the reservation and the precautions for participation will be provided on the confirmation voucher. Please read it. If you do not have any feedback, we consider that you have read and know all the information on its confirmation.
As an intermediary agency, we are only responsible for making travel product reservations for tourists.
We recommend that tourists purchase travel insurance. Tourist product suppliers such as tourist attractions, hotels and transportation companies will be directly responsible for the quality, service and safety of travel products. We are not responsible for any safety issues with the products ordered.
In the event of an unexpected situation without insurance, we will only assist in handling it.
If the booking is forcibly cancelled due to the reasons of the travel product supplier, we will refund the full amount corresponding to the booking without additional compensation.
We will try our best to assist tourists to communicate and negotiate solutions with tourism product suppliers.
If your booking includes hotel accommodation, please note that check-in time at Australian hotels is generally 13:00-15:00. Specific check-in times vary by hotel, so please confirm your check-in time in advance. Early check-in is not recommended. If you need to check in early due to special circumstances, please note that early check-in fees may apply and must be negotiated and paid directly with the hotel.
We are not responsible for the loss, theft, or damage of personal belongings during the tour. We reserve the right to modify or cancel the tour if conditions do not permit. An alternative will be provided if possible. It is the traveler's responsibility to ensure we have accurate information: airline and airport dates and times; correct travel dates with the correct codes; the traveler's age, etc. Please notify us immediately of any changes.
We are not responsible for any loss or damage to baggage, valuables, or personal belongings carried during the tour. We are not liable for any illness, injury, or death resulting from the deterioration of any traveler's health condition. By booking this tour, the traveler agrees to the policies outlined herein and accepts that all activities involve some risk, and the traveler will not hold our company, its employees, or subcontractors liable for any injury or loss suffered by the traveler or to the traveler's property. For your safety, when participating in indoor or outdoor activities with inherent risks (such as swimming, rafting, diving, skiing, ice skating, snow play, skydiving, etc.), please ensure you fully understand the weather conditions, your personal physical condition, and relevant announcements and advice from professional organizations before proceeding.
Visitors should pay attention to their physical condition. Those with heart disease, high blood pressure, colds, fever, or who are intoxicated should exercise caution when participating in activities or follow medical advice. If you feel unwell, please stop the activity immediately and seek assistance from on-site staff.
When visiting attractions or participating in activities, please strictly adhere to the instructions provided by the venue or staff. Ensure you fully understand the associated risks (refer to venue announcements or the safety waiver required for signature for specific details), cooperate as required to implement appropriate safety precautions, and strictly refrain from engaging in any dangerous behaviors during the activity.
The wildlife sightseeing listed in the itinerary refers to wild animals. They move freely and are not under human control; seeing them is not guaranteed on every trip. No refunds or cancellations will be arranged for those who do not see wildlife.
No refunds will be issued for missed trips due to the visitor's own subjective reasons.
The tour duration is only an approximation. If the tour ends early, it may be due to weather conditions requiring an earlier conclusion.
Due to weather, traffic, and other reasons, we reserve the right to change the itinerary. The order of the itinerary may be adjusted; please refer to the actual itinerary.
No show: Ticket holders who 'no show' without prior cancellation or notification are not eligible for a refund.
Multi-day tours are all group tours for individual travelers. Driver and guide arrangements will be made according to the itinerary and travel conditions, and may change daily. Final departure and driver/guide information will be provided by the tour operator.
For products with airport transfers: Airport transfers are arranged uniformly and will not be based on different flight times. Thank you for your understanding.
Terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. By completing your booking, you agree to all the above terms and conditions.
