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Go where you want, when you want Dinghy Hire

Explore the Whitsundays at your own pace by hiring your very own dinghy for a half-day or full-day adventure.

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Details at a glance

Opening hours
This Tour operates daily (Wind and weather dependent)

Full Day (6 hours on water): 8.00am - 3.00pm
please be at Dinghy hire at least 15 minutes prior for safety briefing. 
Pricing
Standard Dinghy 
Full Day: $290.00
Up to 4 people per dinghy

Premium Dinghy
Full Day: $320.00
Up to 6 people per dinghy maximum

Fishing and snorkelling equipment available to hire for additional cost at Dinghy Hire.
Sights and highlights
  • Explore the beautiful waters between Dent and Hamilton Islands by hiring your own dinghy.
  • Get up close to seasonal wildlife, including turtles, whales and birds.
  • All dinghies have a key start, steering wheel and bimini cover for shade.
  • Cruise the local waters, swim on Henning Island Beach, or go for a fish. The choice is yours.
  • View Dingy Hire map here.
Sample itinerary
  • Cruise the local waters,
  • picnic and swim on Henning Island Beach,
  • or drop a line and sit back and relax! The choice is yours. 
What to bring
  • Mobile phone
  • Swimmers
  • Sunscreen
  • Drinks
  • Snacks
  • Towels
  • A credit card is required as deposit.
Booking information
Bookings are essential. Please complete online booking request, call the Tour Desk on 1300 659 133 or visit the Tour Desk located in the Resort Centre.
How to get there
Dinghy Hire is located in the Hamilton Island Marina Village at C Arm, opposite the Marina Tavern
Terms and Conditions
  • For full Terms and Conditions, please click here.
  • Minimum Driver age is 18 years.
  • Minimum Passenger age is 1 year and must fit lifejacket.
  • Please be aware, for your own safety, the area you may access with the boat is restricted due to tidal and reef conditions. Please check with Dinghy Hire or the Tour Desk first before booking. 
  • Vessels may not travel to Catseye Beach or Whitsunday Island.
  • For your Full day bookings you must strictly attend the 8.00am briefing.
  • Failure to attend at these times will result in you forfeiting your tour.

 
Cancellation policy
If your booking is cancelled less than 24 hours notice 100% of the ticket price will be forfeited.
The information above should be used as a guide only. Activity/tour details, prices and timings are subject to change at any time.