Ocean Rafting

Ocean Rafting "THE ORIGINAL AND MOST AWARDED TOUR IN THE WHITSUNDAYS"

Ocean Rafting visits the “Wild Side” of the Whitsunday Islands!
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Ocean Rafting visits the “Wild Side” of the Whitsunday Islands, the uninhabited islands with beautiful natural scenery brimming with marine, bird and animal life. There are two exciting tour options, the Northern Exposure and Southern Lights. Each Ocean Rafting day offers three days in one, including an exhilarating ride to Whitehaven Beach, pristine snorkelling reefs and guided Whitsunday Island

National Parks walks. Ocean Rafting is the only tour to have direct access to the stunning and iconic Hill Inlet beach, and special snorkel sites at Hook Island and Border Island ensure a memorable underwater experience. The semi rigid inflatable vessels are super fast allowing guests to experience a fun ride, adventure and education amongst the natural beauty of the Whitsundays. The vessels were originally designed and built as rescue crafts and are driven by 500hp engines. 70% of the vessel is shaded providing comfort from our tropical sun. 32 passengers at most allows for personal snorkelling lessons and the pleasure of a small group. A buffet style lunch is served at the beach with plenty of time to swim in the turquoise ocean or just relax on the silica white sand. Ocean Rafting has been operating since 1997 and is proud to have special permits allowing its vessels to visit protected areas in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The Skipper and Eco Host will ensure guests have a fun filled adventure and personalised service, from the courtesy bus pick up in the morning to snorkel lessons and a guided National Park walk in the Whitsunday Islands.

Ocean Rafting is proud to be representing the stunning Visit Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia region alongside some in...
21/03/2025

Ocean Rafting is proud to be representing the stunning Visit Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia region alongside some incredible local businesses!

Wishing all nominees - local and beyond - the best of luck for tonight!

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Tonight’s the night 🎉🏆 The 40th Qantas Australian Tourism Awards are happening in Adelaide, and we couldn’t be prouder to see three incredible Whitsundays operators in the running after their big wins at the Queensland Tourism Awards.

A massive congratulations to our finalists:

⭐️ Ocean Rafting
⭐️ BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
⭐️ Pinnacles Airlie Beach

Good luck - we’ll be cheering you on all the way from paradise 💙

19/03/2025

Ocean Rafting is proud to partner to help protect our precious patch of the Great Barrier Reef! 💙

Project Blueprint is collaboration in action, bringing together researchers, tourism operators, Traditional Owners, industry partners and community for improved monitoring and engagement on Reef water quality.

This unique project not only improves our understanding of water quality within our Whitsunday Inshore Marine Zone, it also connects science, community and culture with the sharing of traditional Gia & Ngaro sea country knowledge, and educating Reef visitors about the importance of water quality to the health of the Great Barrier Reef!

Project Blueprint is funded by the Healthy Rivers to Reef Partnership in collaboration with BHP Queensland Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) and North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation. The project was initially established thanks to funding through the partnership between the Australian Government’s Reef Trust and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation. Additional project contributors include the Centre for Tropical Water and Aquatic Ecosystems Research (TropWATER) at JCU: James Cook University, Australia, the Whitsunday Charter Boat Industry Association, and Reef Catchments. The project would not be possible without strong support from Ocean Rafting and our fellow tourism operators who provide regular passage to the Whitsundays.

Follow our friends at Rivers to Reef Partnersrship for more!

07/03/2025

Ocean Rafting is proud to have been a part of the Tourism Reef Protection Initiative over the passed few years.

This opportunity has created a positive ripple throughout our team, and inspired a new connection to the Great Barrier Reef, and cemented our commitment to protect it.

By collecting critical data on Reef health via Eye on the Reef surveys, controlling coral eating predators, establishing our site stewardship plan and facilitating community and Traditional Owner visits - this Initiative has provided incredible benefits to the local Reef systems, and also to the people who depend on it.

Our passionate team of skippers, eco-hosts, Master Reef Guides and more have shown their unwavering commitment to protecting the Great Barrier Reef, and their results speak for themselves.

To all our team - passed and present - who have represented Ocean Rafting in this Initiative - we thank you!

The Tourism Reef Protection Initiative is funded by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority as part of the Australian Government's Reef Protection Package.

Counting down the days! 🤞
05/03/2025

Counting down the days! 🤞

Here comes the 2024 finalists for Major Tour & Transport Operators! 🛥️🚁🚍 From scenic tours to seamless transport, these industry leaders play a key role in shaping incredible travel experiences across Australia.

⭐AAT Kings
⭐Captain Cook Cruises
⭐HeliSpirit
⭐Ocean Rafting
⭐Pennicott Wilderness Journeys
⭐Port Phillip Ferries
⭐PS Murray Princess

Which one is your go-to for unforgettable journeys? 👇Let us know in the comments!

Who’s who in the crew 😎From long-term locals to adventurous travelers; marine bios to Master Reef Guides. Our team of pa...
02/03/2025

Who’s who in the crew 😎

From long-term locals to adventurous travelers; marine bios to Master Reef Guides. Our team of passionate legends are the backbone of the boats, and go the extra mile to make your day out in the Visit Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia and something to remember!

Come say g’day today! ✌️

Who’s who in the crew 😎From long-term locals to adventurous travelers; marine bios to . Our team of passionate legends a...
02/03/2025

Who’s who in the crew 😎

From long-term locals to adventurous travelers; marine bios to . Our team of passionate legends are the backbone of the boats, and go the extra mile to make your day out in the and something to remember!

Come say g’day today! ✌️

25/02/2025

This Sunday is Clean Up Australia Day – so we’re heading out to clean up the Whitsundays! Want to join us?

At Ocean Rafting, we’re committed to doing our bit to protect our patch and keep our beaches clean. This Clean Up Australia – Sunday March 2nd – we’re inviting you to jump aboard as we head out to the Whitsunday Islands to remove marine debris and plastic pollution.

Marine debris and plastic pollution can end up on our beaches from local and international sources. It not only looks horrible, but can also have devastating impacts on local ecosystems and the animals which call them home. That’s why it’s up to all of us to each do our bit to help prevent waste ending up on our beaches, and help remove what does end up there.

Still reading? Ready to lend a hand?

Join us this Sunday and help us remove as much marine debris and plastic pollution as we can from our local beaches. Lunch is included (please advise any dietary requirements) and times will be confirmed to successful participants via email. Spots are strictly limited so get in quick!

To join, please email Jess at [email protected]. Successful folk will be notified via email and further details provided. Please note, this trip is subject to weather, and we will be monitoring the current forecasts closely.

This Clean Up Australia Day adventure is funded by our very own Tins 4 Fins initiative. Bottles and cans collected from our tours are recycled via Containers for Change, which helps fund Ocean Rafting’s environmental and stewardship activities.

Let us book you in for the ultimate lunch reservation spot! 👌Ever imagined stepping right off a boat onto the pristine s...
20/02/2025

Let us book you in for the ultimate lunch reservation spot! 👌

Ever imagined stepping right off a boat onto the pristine sands of Whitehaven Beach for lunch? Well, with Ocean Rafting, you can! Grab a cold drink from the bar, enjoy a delicious lunch pack (or bring your own picnic) and dive into the delicious blue water for a post lunch swim.

Ocean Rafting offers exclusive access to the swirling sands of Hill Inlet and has the ability to pull straight up on the beach for easy access on and off.

🥗 We cater for most allergies and dietary requirements too!

18/02/2025

Welcome to Fly Raft! 🛩🪸🚤🏖🤿

Perfect for those chasing the ultimate - all in one - Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef experience!

There are many ways to experience the Visit Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia and - from above, on and below the water. Ocean Rafting offers a range of tours to suit every adventure! 👌

So you want to visit the most beautiful beach on Earth?Then welcome to Whitehaven Beach! Ocean Rafting is proud to boast...
12/02/2025

So you want to visit the most beautiful beach on Earth?

Then welcome to Whitehaven Beach! Ocean Rafting is proud to boast exclusive access to the swirling sands of Hill Inlet - the northern end of Whitehaven Beach.

Our fast, fun and safe vessels off the ride of your life to paradise - and best of all - we cater for all levels of thrill-seekers and ages. From the let's-go-slow-ers to the full-throttle-ers, Ocean Rafting will give you the best of the Visit Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia 👌

Not a bad place to visit 👌
08/02/2025

Not a bad place to visit 👌

When life gives you rain... there's nothing you can really do, so might as well make the most of it! 🌧😁We may not be abl...
05/02/2025

When life gives you rain... there's nothing you can really do, so might as well make the most of it! 🌧😁

We may not be able to change the weather, but we'll certainly make the most of it. Wet season in the Visit Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia can bring sunny days, and can also bring the rain - and when it does, we still give you the ride of your life! 🤟

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Gōngxǐ fācái - Happy Chinese New Year 🐍
29/01/2025

Gōngxǐ fācái - Happy Chinese New Year 🐍

📣 We're hiring - Sales and Reservations! 📣Looking for a new gig where you can share your love of the Whitsundays and Gre...
22/01/2025

📣 We're hiring - Sales and Reservations! 📣

Looking for a new gig where you can share your love of the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef with visitors from around Australia and the globe?

The Whitsundays favourite adventure - Ocean Rafting - is looking for our next Sales and Reservations extraordinaire!

Join our family owned and operated business where you're not just part of a team - you're part of the Ocean Rafting family! Help visitors experience our multi-award winning tours and do it all alongside a bunch of enthusiastic and passionate legends.

📅 3-5 days a week

⏰ 7 day roster and be available weekends & school holidays

🚗 Full driver’s license required

💼 Previous reservations experience essential

If you have excellent communication skills, a positive-can-do attitude and available for an immediate start, get in touch today!

Please send a cover letter and a copy of your resume to - [email protected]

*only suscessful application will be contacted

Oh the things you'll find...There's always something cool to uncover in the Visit Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia. Re...
19/01/2025

Oh the things you'll find...

There's always something cool to uncover in the Visit Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia. Recently, as part of the Tourism Reef Protection Initiative, our team discovered some turtle tracks on one of the 74 Whitsunday Islands. While there are plenty of turtles that call our part of the world home - there is little know about the little nesting which happens here. The majority of these turtles will return to their nesting beaches in the southern or northern Great Barrier Reef.

Encounters like this are critical in deepening our knowledge, as well as researchers and managing agencies understanding, of the nesting, foraging and mating behaviours of these ancient mariners of the sea.

This encounter was uploaded to the Eye on the Reef sighing networks to help map out these behaviours with the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.

The Tourism Reef Protection Initiative is funded by the Reef Authority as part of the Australian Government's Reef Protection Package.

Show your wedding guest why you picked the Whitsundays for the ultimate destination wedding! With our fleet of eight ves...
18/01/2025

Show your wedding guest why you picked the Whitsundays for the ultimate destination wedding!

With our fleet of eight vessels, Ocean Rafting can share the wonders of the Visit Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia with up to 230 of your closest friends and family. An Ocean Rafting Private Charter lets you create your perfect day, tailored just for you. Whether you’re seeking a relaxing escape on Whitehaven Beach, chasing adventure around the Whitsunday Islands and , or taking to the skies with a scenic flight over Heart Reef, Ocean Rafting offers the ultimate pre-or post-wedding experience!

Our team are excited to be en route to the Queensland Brides Wedding Expo in early Feb! If you're heading down, come and say g'day to the team and learn about why the Whitsundays needs to be on your destination wedding list - or honeymoon!

Link below to book in your own private charter in paradise 🔗

Queensland Brides

Welcome to the Visit Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia. If this little piece of paradise isn't on your destination list...
12/01/2025

Welcome to the Visit Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia. If this little piece of paradise isn't on your destination list, time to add it...

📍 The was recently voted second best destination to visit on Earth!

🏖 has been voted the most beautiful beach on Earth!

🪸 Explore the World Heritage wonders of the .

✈️ Only a 2 hour flight from Brisbane, less than 3 hours from Melbourne and Sydney.

🚤 Ocean Rafting has been voted in the top 1% of tours on Earth! (shameless plug)

🛩 Fly over , snorkel the and explore Whitehaven - all in one day! (another shameless plug)

Convinced now? Thought so! SEA you soon! 💙

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Coral Sea Marina North Village, Shingley Drive
Airlie Beach, QLD
4802

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 7am - 7pm
Sunday 7am - 7pm

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The Fly component of the Fly and Raft tour is operated by Whitsunday Air Services Pty Ltd AOC# 1-KPVQ0 -06, a licensed and certified Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) carrier