SeaLink Whitsundays - Shute Harbour, Queensland

Robert Chatwin

This was an awesome trip doing the Whitehaven Beach Big Island Day Tour which I did on the 18th January 2025.
I was a solo traveler and Maddison ( mother duck) was awesome, as she made me feel welcome right from checking in and then at the end, but I got to say all crew members were awesome and very welcoming and friendly. The young guy ( from Hobart,Tasmania, sorry forgot his name) greeted me at the start of the cruise and he was awesome also and we had a good chat as I also was from Tasmania.
The day was nice, with clear skies and hot weather with a wonderful cruise from the harbour to Whitehaven Beach and then the time on the beach to the walk up to the lookout Maddison was an amazing guide job well done and worth the walk.
Morning and afternoon tea and lunch was all amazing, healthy and so yummy.
I would recommend this trip to anyone from a solo traveler to family’s and groups of friends as it doesn’t matter who you are as you make friends on this trip. Looking forward to doing it again with friends soon

Buck Wicklund

It was a nice informative tour circumnavigating Whitsunday Island. The ride was smooth and refreshing glasses of tropical fruit juice was delivered throughout the 2 hour voyage. The staff was super friendly and engaging if you desired.

marianne bontenbal

Very good, friendly staff. My other tour was cancelled without notice, I called sealink 08:30, a very friendly lady said that if I could come fast I could still join the tour(although she had many angry calls before from people who wanted to cancel due to weather conditions) I did the island tour, it was informative, well arranged, very good food. Very happy I could join! Although it was a rainy and windy day, it was amazing!

Clara Leong

Great value for money for this full day trip, the cruise was very clean and very spacious. A nice open 360 degrees viewing deck on the top floor, also ample of seatings around, the ride was not that bumpy much like an airplane ride. Good touring around the islands at Whitsundays, with two stopping point - the Hill inlet and Whitehaven beach, sufficient stopover time for you to have a good hike / relaxing / swimming at the beach. The crew also offers few beach toys at whitehaven beach for free, good for the kids. Really good tour to go if you just want to explore these places but aren't up for the pricey diving / snorkeling tours.

The buffet on board were good, fruits cupcakes and bread for afternoon and morning tea, few good salads and other few dish for lunch, food was not anything luxurious but was exactly what you would need for this trip. There is also a bar on board if you want to pay extra for some drinks. Crew was helpful and friendly. Free pick ups and drop offs offered as well so no need to worry about transportation to the terminals. 100% recommend this trip to anyone that wants to explore Whitsundays as a day trip but looking for something great for value.

Fiona Tempany

Thoroughly enjoyed our Big Island Whitsundays Cruise which included a 2hr visit to Whitehaven Beach. The view from Hill Inlet was outstanding. Fortunately we were blessed with great weather which was reflected in our photos! The staff were all very professional and helpful. This was a popular tour so I'd suggest booking a few days in advance if keen. The food on board was OK, ie the gourmet lunch wasn't gourmet but was satisfactory as I didn't book the cruise for the food. Liquid beverages, ie beer, wine and soft drinks are available at a cost.

Leanne Freeman

This was one of most awesome day trips ever. The staff were exceptional, friendly, caring and fun. The food was delicious and there was plenty. The knowledge of the Whitsunday area was fantastic. From the moment of booking to departing the cruise was seamless. Cannot recommend this tour enough.

Patricia Stuart-Carberry

This was my favourite experience of nature. The azure seas were so beautiful all the way there and back. The pure white sand and crystal clear water at Whitehaven beach is unique and incredible.
The views from the two bushwalks were spectacular and the walk was not difficult for average person.
Amazing cruise with all comforts, including seating, food, beverages.
The food was fresh and healthy with lovely salads, fresh fruit and meats.
We went twice and the second time was just as amazing and beautiful. We went once on the way up to Cooktown and on the way back south. The crew were lovely, and so kind and helpful to everyone. We left feeling that we will definitely return another time to this incredible experience.

Patrick Xhayeteux

Great day out and fabulous views. Air conditioning comfort and modern vessel 🚢.
Professional staff always willing to help special mention to Maddy. Excellent commentary by the Captain explaining all different islands and history about them all very knowledgeable.
Guided tours were fantastic very well organised.
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea all included served on board not like the other operators where they feed you on the beach and you get attacked by the seagulls 😂.
Just a small suggestion you might want to serve savoury muffins for morning tea not just sweet ones.
Overall a fantastic day out and would highly recommend SEALINK for your next Whitehaven Beach cruise.