Ocean Rafting

Ocean Rafting operates speedboat tours and snorkeling expeditions from Hamilton Island and Cape Tribulation, providing guided access to Queensland's Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands. Their fleet conducts half-day Rafting Mates reef programs and full-day Whitsunday excursions that visit Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet. The company supplies all required equipment including wetsuits and snorkeling gear for small-group marine encounters. The tours focus on coral reef exploration and wildlife observation, with opportunities to spot sea turtles and other native species in their natural habitat. Vessel routes cover key sections of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and Whitsunday Islands National Park. Programs accommodate varying experience levels through structured guidance and safety protocols. Ocean Rafting maintains permits for commercial operation within protected marine areas and follows established eco-tourism guidelines. Their speedboat format allows access to shallow reef sites and secluded island beaches unreachable by larger vessels. Tour itineraries balance high-speed transit with dedicated time for snorkeling, beach walks, and marine interpretation.