Snorkel a fringing coral reef and spend the rest of the day on Whitehaven Beach, or skip the snorkel and stay on the sand all day. Two tickets, two experiences, one boat. ZigZag is the only Whitsundays day tour where snorkellers and non-snorkellers travel together, so a non-swimmer can come with a snorkeller and a family with mixed-age children can travel as one group.

Ticket 1: Whitehaven Beach + Snorkelling

Guided 60-minute snorkel at a fringing reef with a marine-qualified safety guide
Snorkel gear and stinger suit provided and sanitised
Snorkellers transfer from Super Flyer to ZigZag's smaller fast boat for the reef session
2+ hours on Whitehaven Beach plus the South Whitehaven Lookout walk
Unlimited on-demand water taxi between Super Flyer and the beach, a Whitsundays first
Buffet lunch and morning and afternoon snacks
Suitable for children aged 4 and over
Infants under 4 can join, but one parent snorkels at a time. The other stays with the infant on Super Flyer or at the beach
IMPORTANT: Beach time on this ticket is shorter than Ticket 2 because part of the day is at the reef

Ticket 2: Whitehaven Beach All Day (No Snorkelling)

4 to 5 hours on Whitehaven Beach, more beach time than any other tour
Unlimited on-demand water taxi all day
Guided 900-metre walk to the 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

Onboard Super Flyer
Super Flyer is an 80-passenger air-conditioned catamaran with indoor seating, outdoor sun loungers (top deck adults only), two bathrooms and two changing rooms. Licensed bar with beer, wine, frozen cocktails, coffee and soft drinks (not included). Free tour photos and free water refills, bring your own bottle. Child-size life jackets, kids' stinger suits and onboard games make it an easy day with children. Dietary needs catered: vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and lactose-free (tell us when you book).

Advanced Ecotourism Certified
ZigZag holds Advanced Ecotourism Certification from Ecotourism Australia, the highest tier available. We are a family business in Airlie Beach, founded by a marine biologist, and active in Great Barrier Reef conservation through Eye on the Reef and Boats4Coral. Every crew member is trained in snorkel safety, first aid and oxygen administration.

Important to Know

Meeting point: Meeting Point D, Coral Sea Marina, Airlie Beach. Check-in 8:20 AM, departs 9:00 AM, returns 5:00 PM
Operates in most weather conditions
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure
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
Snorkellers must be able to float and move with some confidence. Crew make the final call on the day
Not suitable for: guests with mobility impairments, wheelchair users, or cruise ship guests