Whisper Cruises: Turtle Spotting Bay Cruise

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Airlie Beach

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Join our eco-friendly, whisper-quiet electric boat for a serene turtle spotting cruise in Airlie Beach. Limited to 8 passengers. Spot endangered turtles in luxury.

Duration: 1 hour

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Airlie Beach - Sail along the coastline from Airlie Beach, passing Coral Sea Marina to Whisper Bay and Pigeon Island, and reaching the Cannonvale Beach Foreshore. Keep an eye out for local turtles and, if you’re fortunate, you might also spot dugongs, sharks, rays, and other marine life…

What's Included

On-board restrooms

Additional Information

Airlie Beach’s Only Emissions Free Whisper Quiet Electric Boat. Experience Mother Nature at her finest on our turtle spotting bay cruise. Embark on an extraordinary and environmentally responsible journey by stepping aboard Airlie Beach’s most unique tour. With a maximum capacity of just 8 passengers, our charming vessel, “Tallulah” stands out as the…

Location

Sorrento Restaurant & Bar

Shingley Drive

Please meet outside Sorrento Restaurant & Bar, Coral Sea Marina, North Complex

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Courtney_s

Apr 16, 2025

We had a blast! - We had a blast! Unlike other experiences, this one was not over crowded and there was plenty of room to move around. Our guide was full of knowledge and made the experience relaxing, fun and just an overall great time! It was smooth sailing and we saw lots of turtles and even a possible dugong. I recommend this experience for all ages.

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Cerysprincerayner

Apr 7, 2025

Beautiful boat and great hospitality - What an amazing little boat with Dale as a knowledgeable, humble and lovely host. We saw lots of turtles and Dale told us all about the different spots on the islands and the wildlife. And with only 7 of us on board it felt like a private charter, would reccomend to everyone!

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Christopher_b

Feb 28, 2025

It's a great experience... - It's a great experience in the water with minimal bumps pending tide. The operator has enough knowledge to share about the turtles an breeding patterns. Great local knowledge too.

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Colin_b

Feb 18, 2025

Great Experience - If you are looking for a close , personal , informative and GREAT tour , then Whisper Cruses Airlie Beach is the best Turtle and Dugong tour you will find . Dale our Captain and Owner was very knowledgeable , professional , humorous and just down to earth . We would have NO hesitation in recommending Whisper and Dale for a Great experience .

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Melissa

Jan 8, 2025

Do not miss this experience - Just bloody brilliant! Do not miss this cruise! Beautiful boat, beautifully set up with pastries, sparkling wine and flowers. The operators really care about the experience and it shows in everything they do. What a wonderful way to start the day. If I could give it 6 stars I would

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V5743rimegans

Jan 6, 2025

Must do experience! - This tour was fantastic! Dale was very informative about the marine life in the area and we got to see many turtles and even a dugong. It is a great tour to do if you are looking for something quiet and picturesque.

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Alexf935xt

Jan 5, 2025

Very Relaxing Way to Cruise the Bay Area - A very relaxing and enjoyable way to see the bay area with the kids. The electric boat is perfect for turtle spotting, you have to be scanning as they can be difficult to see as they briefly come up for air but we did manage to see a few turtles and even a dugong! Our captain was very knowledgeable and great company.

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Floyd_a

Dec 22, 2024

Amazing Electric boat ride w Bonus turtles popping - Dale was very accomodating and friendly, gave us extra time in talking about the place, the turtles, and even showed how his amazing electric boat runs. We really enjoyed the trip and with Dale’s down to earth customer service Highly recommend. !! Dale also had us spend extra hour just to wait for more turtles to pop up. …Floyd & family

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Whybee78

Dec 20, 2024

Turtley great experience! - Fab trip this morning (20/12) met at agreed location and headed out straightaway. It’s only a short journey out to Pigeon island, but the turtles didn’t disappoint! The electric boat is great as it’s quiet so some of the turtles came pretty close. Perfect for my turtle mad son! The weather has been pretty terrible so we were lucky to catch a break in the showers and spot some wildlife. Thank you so much for a very relaxed trip that did not disappoint! Would absolutely recommend!

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Trip60039914164

Dec 15, 2024

Morning 1 hr turtle spotting - Was such a great experience. We saw at least 20 turtles in total. Dale was so informative about the area. Thanks again for such a great morning!!

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From $44

up to 8 guests

1 - Adult