6 Day Guided Whitsunday Kayak Tour

This is the ultimate in overnight kayaking expeditions. Spend 6 days exploring the Whitsunday wilderness, with our friendly and informative guides.

Immerse yourself in the sparkling turquoise waters that lap the white silica sands of Whitehaven Beach.

Marvel at the iconic views from Hill Inlet and enter the amazing underwater world of fringing coral reefs. Snorkelling, bush walking and camping out under the stars are all part of this experience you will never forget.

Upcoming Scheduled Expedition Dates for 2012!

17 June to 22 June  2012 -SPACES AVAILABLE
21 July to 26 July 2012 - SPACES AVAILABLE
18 August to 23 August 2012- SPACES AVAILABLE
15  September to 20 September 2012 - SPACES AVAILABLE

Other dates available for Group Bookings

Typical trip schedule

Day1: Pick up by courtesy bus from your accommodation 8.30am, drive to Shute Harbour (approximately 10 minutes away). Kayaks and supplies are loaded onto the water taxi which transports us to Whitehaven Beach (on the south east of Whitsunday Island. We set up camp and spend the rest of the day exploring nearby Haselwood Island and bush walk to Chance Bay on the south of Whitsunday Island. Both of these boast great fringing coral reefs for snorkelling.

Day2: We paddle north along the eastern coast of Whitsunday Island (usually with the help of the following south easterly winds), stopping off at the entrance of Hill Inlet for a swim and short walk to the lookout with its breathtaking views. From here we continue north to our camp site at Peter Bay.

Day 3: Our journey continues towards Hook Island onto Crayfish Beach in Mackeral Bay. This is a favourite campsite of many paddlers and has to be seen to be appreciated.

Day 4: The day leads us across the northern end of Hook Island - stopping off at Mantaray Bay for lunch and a chance to swim or snorkel before continuing on to the camp spot at either Maureens Cove or Steens Beach (opposite Hayman Island).

Day 5: We head across to Bali Hai (Black Island) and Langford Reef before kayaking along the rugged east coast of Hook Island to our camp site at Curlew Beach inside Maconna Inlet.

Day 6: Kayaking across the Whitsunday passage, we head towards South Molle for lunch and a chance to walk up Mount Jeffries to enjoy the stunning views of the outer and inner islands before our last paddle into Shute Harbour.

Note: The exact route for the 6 Day Expeditions will depend on a number of factors such as weather, paddlers' ability, tides and barge availability and may change before or during the trip if required.

COST
$1490.00

DURATION
6 Days

DATE
June to October . Other time available for private groups.

PICK UP TIME
To be advised

MINIMUM AGE 16
(under 18 years must be with adult, unless with private group)

PRIOR EXPERIENCE
Not necessary, however the fitter you are the more you will enjoy your paddle

FOOD
All meals and snacks supplied from Lunch on Day 1 to Lunch on Day 6, please Advise us of any dietary requirements

PADDLING
Approximately 4 hours per day interspersed with breaks

WE PROVIDE
Kayaks and equipment, all camping gear, snorkelling gear/stinger suits, food Eating utensils, dry bags, group first aid kit, guide has satellite phone

YOU BRING
Hat, sunscreen (30+), insect repellent, water bottle, sunglasses, waterproof camera, head torch, suitable footwear (that is okay to get wet), walking shoes(runners are fine), medication, swimmers, towel, toiletries, clothing (most choose a long sleeved Light weight Shirt for paddling), a set of warmer clothes for evenings, light wind/rain jacket, space is important, do not pack too much.

Alcohol, fishing gear, book (all optional)

OTHER ACTIVITIES
Guided bush walking/sight seeing, snorkelling and swimming

GUIDES
Approximately 1 guide per 8 paddlers, qualified and experienced sea kayakers with local knowledge of sea conditions, weather, flora/fauna and marine life, also trained in first aid.

CLIMATE
Subtropical climate, mild winters and warm to hot summers

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Tour Map Routes

Please click on the images to enlarge the tour routes for the half day tours