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Whitsundays Waterfall & Pools Day Tour

Swim the rock pools under Cedar Creek Falls, then lunch at a beach bar on the Coral Sea.

The Whitsundays' inland side. Swim the rock pools under Cedar Creek Falls, then a long lunch and a drink at a waterfront beach bar looking out over the Coral Sea. The easy day between sailing trips.

📍 Whitsundays ⏱ Half day · 10:30am to 3:30pm 👥 Up to 30 🔥 Chill 🎂 Ages 4+

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Overview

The Whitsundays' inland side, and the easy day between sailing trips. Cedar Creek Falls is a freshwater waterfall dropping into a wide rock pool about 30 minutes from Airlie Beach, ringed by white cedars, Alexandra palms, wild orchids and a lot of butterflies. You swim it, walk it, then spend the afternoon at a waterfront beach bar looking out over the Coral Sea and the islands with lunch and a drink included.

Check in at 10:15am at the operator's office on Airlie Beach's main street for a 10:30am departure. The bus reaches Cedar Creek Falls around 11:15am and you have about an hour and 45 minutes there: morning snack, a swim in the rock pools (optional), and the guided walk to the top of the falls with the guide's run-down on the plants and birds. Around 1:30pm you're at the beach bar for lunch, chosen from the menu, with one beer, wine or soft drink included, then free time until 3:15pm. Back at the office at 3:30pm, or stay on at the bar and take the courtesy coach back later.

Five hours all up, daily, ages four and up. The ground around the falls is natural and uneven, so you need to be comfortable on rocks and dirt tracks; enclosed shoes are recommended. Depending on the season the falls can slow to a trickle, and the rock pools are still there to swim. Bring swimmers, a towel, hat, sunscreen and a reusable water bottle.

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Why you'll love it

  1. 1

    Swim the rock pools at Cedar Creek Falls

  2. 2

    Guided walk to the top of the falls

  3. 3

    Lunch + a drink at a waterfront beach bar

  4. 4

    Morning snack included

  5. 5

    Small groups, back in Airlie by 3:30pm

  6. 6

    Ages 4+, five hours door to door

Itinerary at a glance

1 10:15am · Check in, Airlie Beach

Check in at the operator's office on Airlie Beach's main street. The bus leaves at 10:30am.

1 11:15am · Cedar Creek Falls

About an hour and 45 minutes at the falls: morning snack, a swim in the freshwater rock pools, and the guided walk to the top of the falls with the run-down on the flora and fauna.

1 1:30pm · Beach bar lunch

Lunch from the menu and one included drink at a waterfront bar overlooking the Coral Sea and the islands.

1 2:00pm · Free time

An hour to swim, sit on the lawn or order another drink. The bus leaves at 3:15pm.

1 3:30pm · Back in Airlie

Return to the office at 3:30pm, or stay on at the bar and take the courtesy coach back later.

What's included

✓ What's included

  • Return transport from Airlie Beach
  • Local guide
  • Morning snack
  • Lunch + one beer, wine or soft drink
  • Guided walk at Cedar Creek Falls
  • Safety briefing

✕ Not included

  • ✕Extra drinks and meals
  • ✕Anything outside the set itinerary
  • ✕Travel insurance

Common questions about this trip

  • Where do I check in?
    At the operator's office on Airlie Beach's main street at 10:15am. The bus departs at 10:30am and returns there at 3:30pm.

  • What should I bring?
    Swimmers, a towel, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, a camera and a reusable water bottle. Enclosed footwear for the walk around the falls, and a waterproof jacket in the wet season. There's no changing room on the bus, so wear your swimmers underneath.

  • How fit do I need to be?
    Not very, but the ground around Cedar Creek Falls is natural and uneven rock and dirt, so you need to be steady on your feet. Swimming is optional. Everyone gets a safety briefing and the guide is with you throughout.

  • Is there an age limit?
    Ages four and up.

  • Will the waterfall be running?
    Depending on the season the falls may not be flowing on your date. The rock pools are there year round, and the walk and the beach bar afternoon run regardless.

  • What happens in bad weather?
    The tour operates in most weather conditions. If conditions are unsafe the operator contacts guests directly.

  • What costs extra?
    Lunch and one drink are included. Any extra drinks or food at the beach bar are paid on the day.

  • Can I get vegan food on this trip?
    Vegetarian options are included, but a vegan meal can't be guaranteed on this trip. You're welcome to bring your own food and the team will keep it cold for you. Tell us your dietary needs when you book and we'll pass them on.

  • What's the cancellation policy?
    Cancellation terms for this trip are set by the operator and confirmed on your booking voucher. Refunds mirror the operator's policy, if they can refund, so can we. Wanderlust handles the refund for you, refunds mirror the operator's terms 1:1 (including if the operator cancels) and we chase it on your behalf. Message us for the exact day-by-day terms before you book.

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