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Airlie Beach · Yachts, boats & cruises

Full-Day Whitsunday Thundercat Catamaran Cruise with Buffet Lunch, Snorkelling & BYO Drinks

Book up until 31 March 2026
9.8
Outstanding
2,854 reviews

Maximise your time in paradise with a full-day catamaran cruise around the pristine Whitsundays Islands. Explore the iconic white sands of Whitehaven Beach, enjoy a guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout to admire the stunning views and snorkel at two separate locations around the Great Barrier Reef, where you can admire busy tropical fish and decorative corals in a protected marine sanctuary. Between adventures, refuel with a chef-prepared morning tea, buffet-style lunch, afternoon tea and BYO drinks!

Inclusions
  • Valid for one child (2–14), one adult (15+), or one family (two adults + two children)
  • Full-day Thundercat catamaran cruise around the Whitsunday Islands
  • Visit iconic Whitehaven Beach
  • Enjoy a guided bush walk to Hill Inlet Lookout
  • Visit Mantaray Bay to see a variety of marine life
  • Snorkel the Coral Gardens at Stone Haven Bay
  • Swim in crystal clear waters
  • Local buffet-style lunch cooked by an onboard chef
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Lycra suit, snorkelling equipment and wetsuit (winter months) hire
  • BYO drinks (esky and ice provided; must be 18+ for alcohol consumption)
  • Travelling on a Climate Action Leading tour
  • Available every day: Departs 9am; returns 5pm (approximately)

Sample Menu Highlights

  • Morning Tea: Homemade chocolate brownie
  • Lunch:
    • Vegetable frittata
    • Cold meat and cheese platter
    • Fresh salad platter
    • Fresh pasta salad
    • Chinese noodle salad
    • Bread rolls
  • Afternoon Tea: Fresh fruit kebabs

*Please note: Sample menu has been provided as an example only and is subject to change without notice

Overview
Availability: Every day
Duration: Flexible
From AED 562 /person
Includes taxes & fees
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Location

Coral Sea Marina - Shingley Drive, Airlie Beach, QLD

Things to know

  • Bookings essential at least 24 hours in advance
  • After you have made your booking request, you will automatically receive confirmation of your requested date (if available) to your nominated email address
  • Please note: Red Cat Adventures will be in contact within 1–3 business days to confirm your booking and arrange a time with you directly
  • Present printed or smartphone voucher upon arrival

Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.

  • Up to 1 day before your chosen date - 100%
  • Up to 7 days after purchase - 100%
  • Cancellations made more than 24 hours before departure date: no cancellation fees apply
  • Cancellations within 24 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies

Changes to Booking

24 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made

  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
  • Towel
  • Practical clothing and footwear (warmer items during winter)
  • Underwater camera
  • BYO alcohol (no glass or red wine)
  • Refillable water bottle

Every day

Availability:

  • Available every day: Departs 9am; returns 5pm (approximately)
  • Not valid: Public holidays including 25 April, 7 May, 21 June, 7 October, 25 & 26 December, 1 & 27 January
  • Departure Point: Coral Sea Marina, North End, Meeting Point B – 1–3 Shingley Dr, Airlie Beach QLD
  • Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time for check-in. Late arrivals and no shows void voucher

Important:

  • Pick-up is also available from Red Cat Adventures Shop (350 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach) at 8.20am. To organise, please contact Red Cat Adventures’ reservations team on (07) 4946 4444 before 5pm the day before departure
  • Adult rates are valid for ages 15+. Child rates apply for ages 2–14. Children under 2 must be approved before departure and supply their own lifejacket
  • Prices include all National Park and Great Barrier Reef Marine Park entry fees
  • Travel insurance is recommended
  • Alcohol is not sold on the boat. Guests are welcome to BYO and place cans in the esky. No red wine or glass is allowed on the vessel
  • Drinks are not included. Customers can purchase soft drinks and water from A$3 on the boat, payable directly to Red Cat Adventures
  • Please note, Red Cat Adventures does not cater to dietary requirements. If the above menu is not satisfactory, please feel free to bring your own food and snacks and staff will happily place them in our cold esky
  • Parking is available at Coral Sea Marina (1–3 Shingley Dr, Airlie Beach) and is charged per day
  • Menu items are subject to change. The above menu has been provided as an example only

Terms & Conditions:

  • Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption and provide valid ID upon request
  • Maximum group size is 38 travellers
  • A waiver must be signed before travel for all pregnant passengers. Anyone can travel who has been approved by a doctor to be fit and healthy in their second trimester
  • If you are in your first or third trimester, a doctor’s certificate is required before travelling. It is up to the skipper’s decision on the day if they are happy for you to travel, depending on the weather conditions. Safety for mum and baby is highest priority
  • Vessel may need to be substituted at any time without notice
  • Cruises are weather-dependent and may be cancelled at the discretion of Red Cat Adventures for passenger and crew safety
  • At certain times of the year dangerous jellyfish inhabit these waters. To minimise this risk, you will have a full-length protective snorkel suit to wear while swimming and snorkelling during the cruise. Passengers entering the water do so at their own risk
  • Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer

Please Note:

  • Maximum purchase limit of nine offers per Family applies; no maximum purchase limit applies to Child and Adult tickets
  • Bookings for this offer is limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
  • Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

  • The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
  • We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Red Cat Adventures

Red Cat Adventures is the 2021 National Gold Winner for Adventure Tourism and the 2021 National Silver Winner of Best Major Tour and Transport Operator in Australia. This Australian-owned charter boat company provides exceptional public and private tours around the Whitsunday Islands and to Whitehaven Beach from Airlie Beach.

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