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Aussie Beach BBQ lunch and Guided bushwalks to Hill Inlet & South Whitehaven Lookouts.
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Whitehaven Xpress | Whitehaven Beach Day Trip is the Ultimate Whitehaven Experience | Includes Hill Inlet

Visit North & South Whitehaven for the most beach time!

08/11/2026

📖 WHAT YOU DON’T SEE IN THE BROCHURE 📖

It’s the little moments that often make us smile.

The excitement when someone spots Whitehaven Beach for the first time.

The conversations between guests who’ve never met before.

The people who arrive as strangers and spend the afternoon chatting like old friends.

We get to see these moments every time we’re out on the water, and they’re a pretty good reminder of why we enjoy what we do.

05/11/2026

Picture this. You've just stepped onto that famous white silica sand, the water is every shade of blue, and you've got the day ahead of you.

Are you heading straight in for a swim? Taking a walk along the shoreline? Getting that perfect holiday photo? Or finding a quiet spot to sit and take it all in?

There's no wrong answer. That's the beauty of Whitehaven Beach!

With Whitehaven Xpress, you get to explore both North and South Whitehaven Beach, with plenty of time to enjoy this spectacular coastline.

Make Whitehaven Beach part of your next Whitsundays adventure.

03/11/2026

Your phone currently has zero photos from your NEXT Whitehaven Beach trip. 📱
We should probably fix that. 😉
Contact Whitehaven Xpress today and let's make it happen!

01/11/2026

🎵 Not long now until Airlie Beach turns up the volume!

The countdown is on to the Airlie Beach Festival Of Music, happening 6–8 November 2026! With a fantastic lineup featuring Xavier Rudd, Mark Seymour, The Whitlams, Mental As Anything and plenty more, it's shaping up to be a great weekend of live music in the Whitsundays!

And while you're here, why not make the most of your visit?

Once the music wraps up, swap the crowds for the beautiful white sands of Whitehaven Beach, take in the views from Hill Inlet Lookout and enjoy a day out on the water with Whitehaven Xpress.

After all, you've come all this way. You might as well see what else the Whitsundays have to offer!

29/10/2026

NOTHING MAKES OUR DAY QUITE LIKE WELCOMING GUESTS BACK ABOARD!

We recently received this lovely message from Alexandra after another day out with Whitehaven Xpress. Some of her group were joining us for their second or third visit, which makes her feedback even more special!

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“Hi team,
Just wanted to say thank you for another amazing trip (some of our group were visiting for the 2nd or 3rd time)... and it was perfect as usual! Keep being authentic and people will keep returning in droves! 😎🏖🌞"
– Alexandra

Thank you, Alexandra! There's nothing better than seeing familiar faces return and bringing others along to share the experience.

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27/10/2026

Consider this your official excuse to round up the family, take a day off and enjoy a little Whitsundays sunshine together! ☀️💙

Whitehaven Xpress | (07) 4946 1585

25/10/2026

WHY IS WHITEHAVEN BEACH SO WHITE?

Most beaches get their colour from a mixture of minerals, shells, coral fragments and rock.

Whitehaven Beach is different.

Its sand is made almost entirely from silica, which gives it that remarkably bright white appearance and very fine texture.

What makes it even more interesting is that the surrounding Whitsunday rocks contain relatively little silica, which has led to plenty of discussion about where Whitehaven’s famous sand actually came from.

One theory is that ocean currents carried the silica into the area over a very long period before it accumulated along the coastline.

So, while Whitehaven Beach is instantly recognisable, the exact story behind how all that silica ended up there is a little less straightforward.

Some mysteries are best explored in person.

Experience Whitehaven Beach with Whitehaven Xpress.

22/10/2026

You could say Whitehaven Beach is in our blood. And you wouldn't be far wrong! 💙

For over 35 years, Whitehaven Xpress has been taking guests to one of Australia’s most spectacular beaches.

That is a lot of trips across the water.
A lot of changing tides.
A lot of days at Whitehaven Beach.
A lot of BBQ lunches.
And a lot of local knowledge picked up along the way.

The Whitsundays are not simply somewhere Whitehaven Xpress visits.
They are home. 💙

If you are ready to explore Whitehaven Beach, contact us today on (07) 4946 1585.

20/10/2026

💙 A CUSTOMER REVIEW THAT TRULY TOUCHED OUR HEARTS!

On 9 October, Romy joined Whitehaven Xpress for a day exploring the Whitsundays. Afterwards, she sent our crew a beautiful letter. Here are some of her words.

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Dear the wonderful crew,
That day was truly one of the happiest, most vivid, and most beautiful days I've had in a long time. I come from Shanghai, China, where every day I sit in an office doing work that feels meaningless. My mood often sinks, and I find myself wondering what I'm even doing with my life.
But when I arrived at the Whitsundays and set sail with you two lovely guys and the Michelin-chef captain, everything changed. I'm a girl who loves adventure, and that day, following you up to the lookout point on the island was absolutely thrilling!
You brought a ukulele and turned our quiet hike into something magical with the most beautiful soundtrack. You even showed us how to eat ants! You were like the leader of an expedition squad who knows everything — so cool!
You took care of every single one of us with such warmth and openness, and the food the chef prepared was incredible! If I had to rate this trip out of 10, I'd give it 100. Haha!
In the city, I get exhausted so easily. Work drains me mentally, and even a 30-minute walk leaves me tired. But with you, exploring the island, I felt completely energized! It was unbelievable. Thank you so much for giving me such a wonderful memory.
I'm writing this letter on a plane right now. My heart and my memories have already flown back to October 9th, reliving that magical journey.
It's a pity I didn't take more photos, but I really want to say thank you — to the captain and both crew members — for such a beautiful memory.
I hope that one day I'll find my way back there, sail out with you again, climb that island, and listen to you share more wonderful stories.
With all my gratitude,
Romy Gu 💙
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Romy, thank you for such a heartfelt message! From the ukulele and island adventures to the laughs and stories shared, we're so pleased your day with us meant so much.
We hope to welcome you back one day! 💙

📸 Captured by Romy

18/10/2026

That view never gets old! 💙

From the swirling turquoise waters of Hill Inlet to the pristine white sands of Whitehaven Beach, the Whitsundays certainly know how to put on a show! 🌴

Address

Coral Sea Marina
Airlie Beach, QLD
4802

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://www.whitehavenxpress.com.au/

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