Ocean Rafting is the tour company we used to check out the Whitsunday Islands and we can't recommend them enough! They are the only tour operator to have direct access to the iconic Hill Inlet beach which you definitely don't want to miss. Their tours include stops at Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and some of the best snorkeling spots in the Great Barrier Reef.

We did the Northern Exposure Tour which offers more snorkeling compared to their other tour, Southern Lights which has more beach time. Tours start from around $199 per person and include snorkeling gear, a guided walk through the National Park to Hill Inlet lookout and a visit to Whitehaven Beach.

You'll visit the stunning Hill Inlet lookout where you can see the shifting tides creating a unique blend of colours amongst the sand and water. Afterwards, enjoy some relaxing beach time at one of the most beautiful beaches in Australia and swim in paradise amongst tropical turquoise waters. To top it all off, you'll also be snorkelling around the incredible islands and bays where you can spot turtles and colourful marine life.