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Activity Airlie Beach, Australia

Bowen Beaches Discovery-Top of the Whitsundays

5.0 (44 reviews) 8 hours Free cancellation
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Bowen Beaches Discovery-Top of the Whitsundays

About this activity

Get excited to discover Bowen-Top of the Whitsundays. This lesser-known coastal gem is bursting with beauty, beaches, history, flora, and surprises. Be enraptured on a fascinating day of pure discovery as we uncover Bowen’s breathtaking beaches, lookouts, landscapes, geological marvels and rich stories past. Wander where the crowds don’t go and soak in the diversity of panoramic coastal views, see where ‘Australia’ was filmed, get your photo at The Big Mango, visit the Catalina display and relax with a mouthwatering lunch dockside.

Touring in Bowen since 2022, your experienced expert local guide uncovers the magic of Bowen and listen to remarkable stories about local indigenous, shipwrecks, explorers and space rockets.

Award wining Driftwood Tours has a reputation for providing exceptional service and high quality tours with locations, extensive knowledge and guest service. The Bowen Discovery tour is a unique experience so make the most of it with Driftwood.

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At a glance

Duration
8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 10 people
People per booking
1–10
Guide
English
Operated by
Airlie Beach Driftwood Tours

Ages: Children (7–15 years) · Adults (16–110 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Snacks

Not included

  • Not included: stinger suits
  • Not included: lunch

Itinerary

  1. Horseshoe Bay

    one hour Admission included

    One of Queensland's best beaches for good reason. Wrapped around granite boulders and swaying palm trees, this is an ideal spot for a swim, short walk to an iconic lookout and just to sit and take in the picturesque scenery. You will enjoy this spot for morning tea with fresh fruit, biscuits, lamingtons, 5 varieties of tea, chai, milo, cordial, coffee and water refills available all day.

  2. Flagstaff Hill Lookout

    30 min Admission included

    These views! Take a 360' look at this stunning coastline, over the islands and across the historical town of Bowen including Northhead Lighthouse built in 1867. A must stop for any traveler visiting Bowen.

  3. The Big Mango

    30 min Admission included

    Add the Big Mango to your list you can tick off with the iconic 'Big Things' across Australia. At 10 metres tall and painted the colour of the Kensington mango it's a fun place to eat afternoon tea and have a look through the award winning Tourist Center.

  4. Bowen

    6 hours

    Bowen is becoming more recognized for its tropical secluded beaches, seafood, mango's, history, murals and natural features and Hollywood movies. Driving 1 hour north through the countryside and sugar cane in air conditioned comfort we will be stopping and enjoying the best of the region including the magnificent large fig trees. Bowen is sure to wow and suprise you.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Whitsunday Reflections
  • At Marina Shores
  • at Whitsunday Vista Holiday Apartments
  • BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
  • Mantra Club Croc Airlie Beach
  • Airlie Beach Apartments
  • Magnums Airlie Beach
  • Whitehaven Beachfront
  • at Water's Edge Resort
  • Waterview Airlie Beach
  • Whitsunday Terraces Resort
  • The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach

and 27 more pickup points

Let me know your accommodation name and I will be able to pick you up.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

5.0 out of 5 · 44 reviews
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