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Manta Rays and Project Manta
Manta Rays and Project Manta: Guardians of the Whitsundays In the crystal-clear waters of the Whitsunday Islands, a natural marvel glides gracefully beneath the surface: the manta rays. These majestic creatures, known for their impressive wingspans and gentle demeanor, have captured the fascination of marine biologists and eco-tourists alike. Central to understanding and protecting these […]

Tins 4 Fins
Say g’day to Tins 4 Fins! Ocean Rafting is proud to introduce you to our brand new initiative – Tins 4 Fins. Created by our very own and very passionate crew-member and eco-host Jess, this initiative sees all recyclable cans and plastic containers from our tours collected and deposited at our local Containers for Change QLD collection […]

2024 Best Of Queensland Experience
Ocean Rafting is proud to receive a perfect score of 100/100 as a 2024 Best of Queensland Experience, continuing to deliver exceptional transformational experiences.

07.04.24 – Chromis Fish
Exploring the Charm of Chromis Fish Chromis fish, often regarded as one of the jewels of the reef, captivate aquarium enthusiasts and marine biologists alike with their vibrant colours and lively behaviour. These small, schooling fish belong to the family Pomacentridae and are widely admired for their striking appearance and relatively easy care requirements. Appearance […]

Gold and Silver at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards!
Friday night saw the Whitsundays swoop into Darwin to attend the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards, with Ocean Rafting bringing home gold in the Adventure Tourism category and silver in the Major Tour and Transport Operators category. More than 180 of Australia’s quality tourism operators came from each state and territory to vie for top honours […]

Meet Our Master Reef Guides
Ocean Rafting is an award-winning high-standard tourism operator who are passionate about the marine environment. Our on-water team consists of Skippers, Master Reef Guides and Passionate Eco-hosts who are proud ambassadors of the UNESCO World Heritage Great Barrier Reef and they can’t wait to share the wonders of this incredible Marine Park with guests from […]