Small-Group Half-Day Hinterland Tour

Beyond the Reef. Beyond the Islands. Discover another side of the Whitsundays.

Best of Queensland Experiences – Gold 2026
Fully Eco Certified by Ecotourism Australia

Discover the Whitsundays mainland with an award-winning, fully Eco Certified local tour operator.

The Whitsundays offer much more than islands and beaches. Join us for a relaxed five-hour small-group journey through Airlie Beach and the beautiful Whitsundays mainland, combining spectacular coastal scenery, local flavours, unique local businesses and some of the region’s best-kept secrets.

Travelling in the comfort of our air-conditioned touring bus with a knowledgeable local guide, you won't simply watch the Whitsundays go past the window – you'll get out and explore it.

Your journey begins in Airlie Beach with the beautiful Boardwalk overlooking the Coral Sea, where you can enjoy an optional walk, breathe in the tropical sea air and take in the coastal views.

We'll continue through Coral Sea Marina and past Cannonvale Beach, with local commentary along the way, before leaving the bustle of Airlie Beach behind and heading into the Whitsundays hinterland.

Next, discover one of the region's unique local producers at Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation, where you'll learn a little about locally grown coffee and experience genuine Whitsundays hospitality.

From there, we'll visit the wonderfully colourful and quirky Colour Me Crazy before continuing through the countryside towards Conway Beach.

At Conway Beach, we'll stop at the iconic George's Diner, a retro 1950s-style American diner where you can purchase lunch, a milkshake or something sweet at your own cost.

After lunch, we'll head back towards Airlie Beach, finishing with a visit to The Summit Lookout – the perfect place for photos and panoramic views across Airlie Beach, the Coral Sea, and the Whitsundays.

• Experience the Whitsundays with a Best of Queensland Experiences Gold 2026 award-winning operator
• Travel with a fully Eco Certified tour operator
• Explore Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays mainland in one relaxed five-hour experience
• Walk along the beautiful Coral Sea Boardwalk
• Explore Coral Sea Marina and see Cannonvale Beach
• Visit Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation
• Discover the quirky and colourful Colour Me Crazy
• Experience the laid-back seaside community of Conway Beach
• Stop for lunch at the retro George's Diner
• Take in panoramic views from The Summit Lookout
• Hear stories and local knowledge from your guide
• Comfortable, air-conditioned small-group touring
• No minimum numbers – guaranteed departure

When you travel with Airlie Adventure Tours, you're exploring the Whitsundays with a local operator recognised for the quality of its visitor experiences.

Airlie Adventure Tours is proud to be a Best of Queensland Experiences Gold 2026 award winner and a fully Eco Certified tourism operator through Ecotourism Australia.

For us, Eco Certification isn't simply a badge. It's part of how we showcase the mainland Whitsundays – encouraging guests to experience the region's natural environment, local communities and businesses while travelling in a responsible and sustainable way.

Departs: Daily at 10:00 am
Returns: Approximately 3:00 pm
Duration: Approximately 5 hours
Adult: $125 Children: $105

Minimum numbers: None – this tour operates without a minimum passenger requirement

Lunch: We stop at George's Diner, where guests purchase their own lunch. This gives you the freedom to choose exactly what you'd like to eat and spend according to your own budget.

The Whitsundays are famous worldwide for the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach, and 74 beautiful islands – but that's only part of the story.

The Whitsundays Mainland Explorer takes you beyond the traditional tourist trail to experience the places, people, scenery and local businesses that make the mainland Whitsundays special.

It's relaxed, personal, small-group and unmistakably local.

Go beyond the reef. Go beyond the islands. Explore the mainland with an award-winning, Eco Certified local operator.

What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes or sandals
• Hat and sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Refillable water bottle
• Camera or phone for photos
• Light, comfortable clothing suitable for the weather
• A light jacket during the cooler months
• Money/card if you would like to purchase coffee, souvenirs or lunch at George’s Diner
• A sense of adventure and curiosity to discover the Whitsundays beyond the reef and beyond the islands