Accessible Whitsunday Tours

The Whitsundays offers accessible touring options, which we have collated below for your reference. There is an extensive range of tour operators in the region, so if there is a particular experience you would like to book, please contact the operator directly to discuss how they can assist in accommodating your individual needs and the services they provide.

AIRLIE BEACH TRIKE TOURS

If you’re looking for a personalised Airlie Beach tour or would like to head out of town for  a look, this is the tour for you! Airlie Beach Trike Tours offers a unique way to see the area, feel the freedom and get up close to places you wouldn’t normally visit. Explore Dingo Beach, Hydeaway Bay, Conway Beach and anywhere in between.

• Not wheelchair accessible.
• Guests must be able to transfer from their wheelchair to the trike.
• Tours can be customised to suit your interests.

Airlie Beach Trike Tours Reservations and Enquiries

Airlie Beach Lagoon, Shute Harbour Rd, Airlie Beach QLD 4802  Phone 0417 876 569 Email info@airliebeachtriketours.com.au Website: https://airliebeachtriketours.com.au/ 

CRUISE WHITSUNDAYS

Most of Cruise Whitsundays’ Resort Connection vessels are wheelchair friendly, however for day tours and semi-submarine tours at Hardy Reef, vessels are accessible by stairs, making them inaccessible for guests who are fully wheelchair dependent. For semi-mobile wheelchair users travelling to Whitehaven Beach, a pre-booked beach wheelchair is available.

Cruise Whitsundays – Whitsunday Islands & Whitehaven Beach Half Day Cruise

Explore the more remote beautiful bays, islands and beaches and see the very best of the Whitsunday Islands National Park on this half day cruise to Whitehaven Beach. This is the perfect cruise for those short on time, with small children or just wanting a shorter cruise option to a magnificent destination. Cruise Whitsundays’ Whitsunday Islands & Whitehaven Beach Half Day Cruise offers accessible tours to Whitehaven Beach, with the following facilities:

• Ramp access to and from the jetty onto the catamaran vessel.
• Onboard, you may choose to remain in your wheelchair on the deck or inside, or alternatively transfer onto comfortable seating within the air-conditioned vessel.
• At Whitehaven Beach, passengers are required to use either the rear stairs onto a tender or the front gangway to access the beach. The front gangway requires the use of stairs out of the main cabin. Accessibility may be restricted by weather and sea conditions.
• The crew can provide a beach wheelchair, with larger wheels built for sand, and assist with transporting it onto Whitehaven Beach. The beach wheelchair must be requested at the time of booking and is subject to availability.
• There is an accessible bathroom onboard the Cruise Whitsundays catamaran.
• There are very basic accessible bathroom facilities at Whitehaven Beach, with access via a path and ramp.
• A full-day Whitehaven Beach tour is also an option. However, please be mindful of the longer time spent on Whitehaven Beach and that Hill Inlet is not wheelchair accessible.
• Travellers with accessibility requirements have been able to enjoy this experience with the assistance of a support worker or family member.

Cruise Whitsundays – Hamilton Island Freestyle

Explore Hamilton Island your way and at your pace. Browse the boutiques and galleries along Marina Village main street, or unwind by the pool or beach. Eating, drinking and shopping opportunities abound. Cruise Whitsundays’ Hamilton Island Freestyle offers the following accessible facilities:

• Ramp access to and from jetty onto catamaran vessel
• Onboard, you may choose to remain in your wheelchair on the deck or inside, or alternatively transfer onto comfortable seating within the air conditioned vessel.
• On Hamilton Island, upon disembarking via ramp, please note there is an inclined jetty pontoon.
• Accessible shuttles operate on Hamilton Island, looping from the Marina to the Resort, as well as up to One Tree Hill.
• Option to pre-book and pay for buggy hire (standard buggy)
• Lunch is included at either the Marina Tavern or Popeyes, depending on the package booked. The Marina Tavern is upstairs; please contact Cruise Whitsundays or Hamilton Island before booking to confirm step-free access arrangements. Popeyes offers a takeaway option.
• Hamilton Island have a ramp to enter the main pool area.

Cruise Whitsundays – Daydream Island Escape

Enjoy a scenic cruise to Daydream Island from Port of Airlie. From here you can choose your own activities: relax by the pool and soak up the ocean views or discover over 100 species of marine life in the incredible Living Reef. A delicious two-course lunch awaits at Salti Restaurant & Bar.

• Ramp access to and from jetty onto catamaran vessel
• Onboard, you may choose to remain in your wheelchair on the deck or inside, or alternatively transfer onto comfortable seating within the air conditioning vessel.
• On Daydream Island, upon disembarking via ramp, please note there is an inclined jetty pontoon.
• The main part of the resort is wheelchair accessible with accessible rooms on the ground and first floors of the resort.
• Pools are not wheelchair accessible

Cruise Whitsundays Reservations and Enquiries

24 The Cove Road, Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) QLD 4802 Phone +61 7 4846 7000 Email reservations@cruisewhitsundays.com Website: https://www.cruisewhitsundays.com

RED CAT ADVENTURES

Red Cat Adventures Wildcat Vessel – Accessibility

At Red Cat Adventures, we’re committed to ensuring everyone can enjoy our tours around the breathtaking Whitsunday Islands. While we don’t offer tours specifically labelled as inclusive, we’re happy to customise our experiences to accommodate your needs. Whether it’s ensuring enough space, assisting with accessibility, or providing additional support, we’re here to help. Our priority is to be transparent about our offerings and to work closely with you to make your adventure as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. In 2021, we welcomed the “Wildcat” to our fleet. This vessel offers improved accessibility and features a tie-down point for one wheelchair. While there are amenities onboard, please note that they are not fully wheelchair-friendly. Guests with mobility challenges will need sufficient upper body strength to use the bathroom facilities, as the amenities are designed for those with low levels of movement. Our staff are not trained to lift passengers, so we recommend that guests requiring assistance bring their support worker if needed.

Red Cat Adventures Reservations and Enquiries

2/350 Shute Harbour Rd, Airlie Beach QLD 4802 Phone: +61 7 4946 4444 Email info@redcatadventures.com.au Website: https://redcatadventures.com.au/

SUNDOWNER CRUISES

Sundowner Sunset Cruises

Cruise from Airlie Beach, where the Whitsunday Islands provide the perfect backdrop for this iconic Whitsunday adventure. A relaxed, sociable, friendly cruise, suitable for all ages, to set the tone for your Airlie Beach holiday.

• Accessible parking at the marina.
• Accessible access to the boat.
• No ramp available onto the boat.
• Once on the boat, flat, spacious areas.
• Guests can remain seated in their wheelchair or sit on a boat seat.

Iconic Whitsunday Adventures Reservations and Enquiries

Coral Sea Marina, North Village, Shingley Dr, Airlie Beach QLD 4802 Phone: 07 4948 3000 Website: https://www.sundownercruises.com.au/

SEALINK WHITSUNDAYS

Sealink – Big Island Day Tour

The SeaLink Big Island Day Tour takes you on a scenic cruise through the beautiful Whitsunday Islands, stopping off at the famous Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet. This one-of-a-kind tour to Whitehaven Beach takes you to places that no other Whitsunday Islands tour does.

• Ramp access directly onto a modern catamaran.
• Full wheelchair access into air-conditioned comfort.
• Accessible bathroom.
• No beach wheelchair available – 2 hours on Whitehaven Beach.
• Enjoy the spacious ride, sightseeing throughout the Whitsunday Islands with informative commentary throughout the tour.

SeaLink Whitsundays Reservations and Enquiries

Whitsunday Drive, Shute Harbour QLD 4802 Phone 1300 317 445 Email whitsundays@sealink.com.au Website: https://www.sealink.com.au/whitsundays/

WHITSUNDAY TRANSLINK

Whitsunday fares, zones and tickets Our fleet of modern, air-conditioned buses and coaches meets all incoming and departing flights at Whitsunday Coast Airport in Proserpine, delivering arriving guests to various stops and accommodation throughout Airlie Beach. Our vehicles also meet all arriving and departing trains at the Queensland Railway Station in Proserpine. Whitsunday Transit also connects you to the Whitsunday Islands, Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach, with regular stops at the Cruise Whitsundays Maritime Terminal at Port of Airlie.

• Contact Translink for accessible passenger transport information and assistance with planning your journey, including accessible buses, timetables and the best pick-up location.
• Some buses do not have accessible ramps. You may need to step up into the bus before returning to your wheelchair or using the seats provided. Planning ahead will help make transportation easier.
• No accessible buses are available for airport pick-up and drop-off.

Whitsunday Translink Enquiries Phone: 13 12 30 Website: https://translink.com.au

TUK TUK TOURS

Sit back, relax and take in the spectacular scenery as we buzz you along the footpaths and boardwalks of Airlie Beach, the heart of the tropical Whitsundays. In a tuk tuk you will receive an exclusive perspective of the region, it’s history and secrets with your friendly and knowledgeable guide

Enjoy a Tuk Tuk Tour around Airlie Beach and surroundings. Tour options are available – Contact Tuk Tuk Tours for best individual suited option. ▪ Must be able to transfer from wheelchair to tuk tuk ▪ There is no availability space on tuk tuk for wheelchair

Tuk Tuk Tours Reservations and Enquiries