Picture Perfect - I am sharing our experience of Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout Chill)( We had the most amazing and memorable day recently with Cruise Whitsundays We boarded this cruise at Hamilton Island on a not so promising rainy somewhat windy April Morning at approx 8am. We were made aware that previous days weather had forced them to change their plans. While we were cruising , sometimes somewhat rocky, we were served tea and snacks and we were given dry bags to put all our belongings into. Luck was on our side and by the time we reached our first stop the captain was happy to continue as promised. At this point we had to leave the big boat and transfer to a smaller tender to be able to reach a little beach. By now the sun was shining. There was a dedicated area on the beach where we could leave all our stuff while we did a comfortable hike up to the Lookout point. Our guide pointed out different things to us as we went including a snake. Oh WOW to see the Whitsundays and Whitehaven Beach from the lookout was Breathtaking . It was Picture Perfect, Just like the postcards and books. I could not believe something could be that beautiful in real life. After the lookout we then hiked back down to the actual beach (Whitehaven) and walked on the stunning white sand and because the tide was out we were able to look in the pools To see what had been left behind. We then walked back to our little beach where we had left our belongings and waited to be picked up again. Sounds like a lot of walking but we are both in our mid to late 60s and it is very do able. While we were enjoying ourselves hiking our big boat and crew had been busy at another beautiful beach about 30 mins away, setting up the most amazing BBQ buffet lunch. There were steaks , chicken, salads burgers etc it was all so delicious and being cooked fresh right there in front of us. it was so well organised. There were benches to sit and eat at under the trees in the shade and we even got a visit from" Stumpy" the resident Goanna lizard. The staff were truly incredible and they were all so young. We had been given stinger suits earlier( stinger season March) if we wanted to swim or use some of the water sports equipment that was available . I just swam but I remember seeing people paddle boarding. It was brilliant. We stayed at this beach for a couple of hours. Some of our group went for more walks while here and some just sun bathed. Eventually it was time to go and the staff had to pack everything up and tender both the cooking/water sports equipment and all of us out to the big boat again. They did this with such confidence and always smiling and having fun with us. Beautiful trip back, arrived at Hamilton Island around 6pm. We had such a wonderful day, especially when it had started out rather dull and doubtful. It is definitely one of the Highlights of our Australian trip. A huge THANK YOU to All involved for making it so memorable.

An awesome day trip - highly recommend - I travelled with three boys aged 10-17 and we all had a great day. The boat trip was exiting, our guide was very personable and engaging and walking Whitehaven beach was very special. Our BBQ lunch was very good - steak, chicken, sausages and salad - and my sons couldn’t eat another thing. There was plenty of time for an afternoon swim and the trip home went quickly. I highly recommend and would definitely do again.

An awesome day out. - My wife and I have literally just had one of the best days ever doing the Whitehaven Beach and hill tour with Cruise Whitsundays. The weather wasn't the best in the morning, and we nearly decided to give it a miss... im so glad we didnt. We were picked up from Hamilton Island at 8.30 and an hour or so later transfered to a smaller boat to take us to the inlet beach. The staff are so attentive, and our guide, Redman, was a star, being both funny and knowledgeable. The views of the inlet are amazing, and after that you find your self in 10 inches of water with Lemon sharks and stingrays... how cool is that! You then make your way to a second beach where you spend the afternoon at your leasure and having the brilliant BBQ that is prepared for you. Thank you Cruise Whitsundays for a brilliant day.

Recommend - This is a must do ! It was extremely well planned and felt very looked after. Lots of food available and extremely fresh.

Brilliant Experience - Staff were exceptional, day was planned and organised very well. The beach BBQ food was really good and there was plenty to eat. The inlet walk was challenging but the views were amazing.

Everything was very... - Everything was very organized! We enjoyed the morning tea, BBQ lunch, and afternoon tea! The staff took very good care of us and communicated everything smoothly. The beach was absolutely stunning and we are extremely grateful we booked this tour.

The trip was very nice... - The trip was very nice and you get to spend a lot of time at the beaches!! The staff was absolutely perfect, everyone was so nice!

What a beautiful day. ... - What a beautiful day. The boat is big and comfortable unlike most other tour operators and the whole crew was great. There is nothing to say about the beauty of nature - amazing, one of the most beautiful beaches on earth. The view you have seen on the postcards is from Hill Inlet, so choose this tour (not all boats go there). The barbecue on the beach was also excellent and rich, as well as tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit on board before lunch and also on the way back. I'm afraid I ate too much that day :) It was wonderful, I recommend this cruise to everyone!!! Not the cheapest but worth every cent for the quality and long enough beach time before the other boats come and after the other tour operators have already left

Breathtaking view and plenty of time to swim - Breathtaking day tour at the beautiful Withsundays. In fact, it's a ferry to Daydream Island and Hamilton Island, but they also offer half day and day tours to Whitehaven Beach. On this tour, you will see the north end of Whitehaven with the breathtaking lookout onto the white Beach. You can swim there and after that, you will board a watertaxi directly to Whitehaven Beach. There's lunch and plenty of time to enjoy and swim before getting back to Airlie Beach. We had Redman as our tourguide, he's friendly and knows much about the Island. Thanks again!

Very average company - Hill inlet views and Whitehaven Beach were stunning. Cruise Whitsunday vessels were excellent. Enjoyed tea on board. We did not like the bbq lunch, burgers were cold, ran out of salad with just a few people through, nothing tasty. Feet can get soaked because transfer boats were used, needed to walk through water.. Company could better prepare people on footwear and advise what to wear rather than just what to bring. Not much info provided on whitehaven beach or hill inlet.