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Airlie Beach Glass Bottom Boat Tour

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Airlie Beach, Australia

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1 hour 10 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Join us on our Eco Certified Glass Bottom Boat Tour and discover Airlie Beach’s most spectacular coral reefs. This experience explores the valuable ecosystems within the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, offering an engaging and educational journey into the diverse marine life that makes this region so special.

Get up close to a vibrant world of hard and soft corals, colourful fish, and other marine life as you cruise through the idyllic islands of the Whitsundays... all from the comfort of our glass bottom vessel.

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  • Fully shaded vessel
  • All safety equipment
  • Restroom on board
  • Parking Fees
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Meeting and Pickup

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PICK UPS START 45 MINS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR PICK UP TIMES:Big 4 adventure Whitsundays Cannonvale 45mins before departureMantra Club croc 40mins before departureBase backpackers 30mins before departureAirlie beach Hotel bus stop across road (coconut grove bus stop) 30mins before departurePort of Airlie Ferry Terminal 25mins before departureClub Wyndham resort 25mins before departureWhitsunday vista / Blue horizon resort 25mins before departureTasman Holiday Parks 20mins before departureDiscovery park 20mins before departureBig 4 Tropical Eco resort 20mins before departure

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Shute Harbour QLD 4802
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Shute Harbour

This is where our tour begins and ends. Shute Harbour is a sheltered port in close proximity to the local islands of The Whitsundays and some of the best local coral reefs Airlie has to offer!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Whitsunday Islands

Cruise between a few of the idyllic islands that make up the 72 wonders of The Whitsundays
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Passengers must be fit and able to board / Disembark unaided.
  • Please read carefully to confirm pick up location and times
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers
  • Operated by a business

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Airlie Beach Glass Bottom Boat Tour?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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337 reviews

Average 4.45 out of 5 stars based on 337 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor

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  • Fully shaded vessel
  • All safety equipment
  • Restroom on board
  • Funny and informative commentary about the reef
  • FREE Pick up from selected hotels (contact supplier to confirm time)
  • 70 Minute guided Glass Bottom Boat Discovery Tour
  • Parking Fees

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Passengers must be fit and able to board / Disembark unaided.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please read carefully to confirm pick up location and times
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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