Whitsundays Mainland Tours
Looking for Whitsundays Mainland Tours that go beyond the reef and the islands? Driftwood Tours is your gateway to the wild, untamed side of the Whitsundays, think rainforest trails, cascading waterfalls, kangaroos at sunrise, and scenic lookouts that most travellers never get to see.
Born from years of guiding in remote parts of Queensland, these small-group adventures are built around real local stories and immersive nature experiences. No crowds, no rush, just the mainland’s stunning tropical beauty, waiting to be explored.
Our tours
🕒 Duration – 3 hours | 💵 Price $95
👤 Local Tour Guide – Cherene
🕓 Start Time – Varied – Check Booking Calendar
✅ Suitable for cruise ship guests
ℹ️ Explore the best of Airlie Beach with a local guide in just 3 hours on a sightseeing tour to scenic lookouts, hidden gems, and waterfront highlights.
📍Locations Visited – Shute Harbour, Mandalay Point, Hilltop Lookout, Cannonvale Beach, Northerlies Beach Bar & Grill, Coral Sea Marina
🚌 Tour Type: Sightseeing Tour
🕒 Duration – 7 hours | 💵 Price $140
👤 Local Tour Guide – Cherene
🕓 Start Time – Between 9:00 AM
ℹ️ Escape the crowds and discover the Whitsundays’ hidden coastal gems with a full-day beach adventure to Dingo Beach, Froggies, and Cape Gloucester—complete with lunch, stories, and stunning scenery.
📍Locations Visited – Dingo Beach, Froggies Beach, Hydeaway Bay, Cape Gloucester Resort
✅ Lunch available to purchase at Cape Gloucester Resort
🚌 Tour Type: Sightseeing Beach Tour
🕒 Duration – 7 hours | 💵 Price $155
👤 Local Tour Guide – Cherene
🕓 Start Time – Between 3:00–4:00 AM
ℹ️ Witness a magical sunrise on the beach at Cape Hillsborough as kangaroos and wallabies appear at first light, followed by a bushwalk, wildlife insights, and a relaxed beach breakfast.
📍Locations Visited – Departs Airlie Beach To Cape Hillsborough National Park
✅ Unforgettable wildlife encounter at dawn
🦘 Tour Type: Wildlife Sunrise Experience
🕒 Duration – 7–8 hours | 💵 Price $150
👤 Local Tour Guide – Cherene
🕗 Start Time – 8:30 AM
ℹ️ Discover Bowen’s stunning beaches, rich history, and dramatic coastal landscapes with a full-day tour to Horseshoe Bay, Flagstaff Hill, and The Big Mango—complete with stories, sights, and seafood.
📍Locations Visited – Horseshoe Bay, Flagstaff Hill Lookout, Grey’s Bay, The Big Mango, plus more…
✅ Includes stop at Birds Fish Bar (lunch at own cost)
🏖️ Tour Type: Coastal Discovery & History Tour
🕒 Duration – 4.5 hours | 💵 Price $120
👤 Local Tour Guide – Cherene
🕗 Start Time – 8:30 AM (seasonal)
ℹ️ A guided eco-adventure through Conway National Park and Cedar Creek Falls, with rainforest walks, local stories, and a chance to swim beneath a waterfall.
📍Locations Visited – Conway National Park, Cedar Creek Falls
✅ Swim at Whitsundays best waterfalls and enjoy a rainforest bushwalk
🌿 Tour Type: Rainforest Walk & Waterfall Swim
🕒 Duration – 3.5 hours | 💵 Price $120
👤 Local Tour Guide – Cherene
🕗 Start Time – 9am (seasonal)
ℹ️ Take a guided rainforest bushwalk through the Whitsundays’ lush interior before stepping back in time for lunch at George’s 50s Diner—where nature meets nostalgic charm.
📍Locations Visited – Conway National Park, George’s Diner (Conway Beach)
✅ Nature walk + retro diner experience in one tour
🥾 Tour Type: Bushwalk & Cultural Combo
🕒 Duration – 9 hours | 💵 Price $185
👤 Local Tour Guide – Cherene
🕗 Start Time – 7:00 AM
ℹ️ Venture inland to discover the Whitsundays’ outback side with a full-day heritage trail to Collinsville, featuring lookouts, coal mining history, kangaroo encounters, and a classic country pub lunch.
📍Locations Visited – Horseshoe Bay, Flagstaff Hill, Collinsville, Museum, Scottville Mine, plus more…
✅ Outback history and wildlife encounters
⛰️ Tour Type: Outback Heritage & Culture Tour
🕒 Duration – 4 hours
💵 Price from $650 (up to 11 guests)
👤 Local Tour Guide – Cherene
🕗 Start Time – Flexible
ℹ️ Enjoy a fully private, customisable half-day tour for your group of up to 11 guests, perfect for families or friends wanting to explore the Whitsundays at their own pace
📍Locations Visited – Custom itinerary tailored to your interests
✅ Exclusive small group experience with flexible stops
🚐 Tour Type: Private Custom Tour
🕒 Duration – 8 hours
💵 Price from $850 (up to 11 guests)
👤 Local Tour Guide – Cherene
🕗 Start Time – Flexible
ℹ️ Discover the region your way on a private full-day tour tailored to your group, with personalised itineraries, transport, and exclusive access to local spots.
📍Locations Visited – Custom itinerary tailored to your interests
✅ Private, luxury experience for up to 11 guests
🚐 Tour Type: Full Day Private Custom Tour
