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Red Cat Adventures Honoured with “Best of Queensland” Award for 2025

Red Cat Adventures, has been recognized as a 2025 Best of Queensland Experience by Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ). This prestigious accolade underscores the company’s commitment to delivering exceptional, high-quality visitor experiences in the Whitsundays.  The Best of Queensland Experiences Program evaluates tourism operators against rigorous criteria, including customer satisfaction, online reviews, social media presence,…

Have you ever wondered how Red Cat Adventures began?

Co-founder Julie Telford shares her incredible story of building the business alongside her husband, celebrating its successes, and confronting the challenges along the way. This podcast focuses on the power of positive thinking in achieving success. Julie recounts how the company started with a vision to create unforgettable experiences in the Whitsundays, all while juggling…

Master Reef Guides – Cohort 8!

SUPER STOKED to have two of our very own involved in the Eighth cohort of Master Reef Guides! Shannon & Kaz have been part of the Red Cat Adventures family for a number of years now providing unforgettable experiences for all of our guests day in and day out and we couldn’t be happy for…

Red Cat Adventures Celebrates Success at 2024 Queensland Tourism Awards

SeaLink Whitsundays’ Red Cat Adventures was proud to continue its service excellence streak being awarded Silver in the Tour & Transport Operator category at the 2024 Queensland Tourism Awards, hosted last Friday, at The Star Queen’s Wharf in Brisbane. The awards, organised by the Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC), celebrated the achievements of Queensland’s top…

Gold, Silver, Bronze & Best of Queensland for SeaLink Whitsundays Team!

The SeaLink Whitsundays team celebrated outstanding success at the 2024 Whitsunday Tourism Awards, bringing home a remarkable collection of accolades. Red Cat Adventures was named the region’s top choice for Adventure Tourism, winning Gold in this category and Silver for Major Tour and Transport Operator. Whitsunday Jetski Tours also shone brightly, earning Silver in the…

SeaLink Whitsundays Stands Up to Domestic Violence Through Dancing CEOs Initiative

SeaLink Whitsundays is proud to announce its participation in the 2025 Dancing CEOs initiative, with Business Development Manager, Julie Telford, joining ‘Team Whitsundays’ to support Women’s Legal Service Queensland (WLSQ) and raise crucial funds for women and children affected by domestic and family violence. Mrs Telford is part of a dynamic team of prominent local…

SeaLink Whitsundays Celebrates the next generation of Skippers

SeaLink Whitsundays, together with the Whitsunday Sailing Club proudly announces the completion of its second cohort of students in the Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) Coxswain’s Course programme. This innovative initiative is helping shape the future of the marine industry by providing local school students with the skills, training, and opportunities they need…

Red Cat Adventures Wins 2022 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award for Attractions

Airlie Beach, Queensland – 4th July , 2022 – Red Cat Adventures today announced it has been recognized by Tripadvisor as a 2022 Travelers’ Choice award winner for Attractions.  The award celebrates businesses that have received great traveler reviews from travelers around the globe on Tripadvisor over the last 12 months. As challenging as the…

Striking Gold at Qantas Australian Tourism Awards

Double Wins for Red Cat Adventures at Qantas Australian Tourism Awards Asher and Julie Telford aptly symbolised the proverbial ‘cats on a hot tin roof’ as they entered the Sunshine Coast Convention Centre on Friday night. Having weathered the Covid apocalypse that had wrought havoc on their industry for the past two years, the Whitsunday…

Double win at 2019 Australian Tourism Awards  

Red Cat Adventures brings home the gold Asher and Julie Telford could never have imagined ‘the cat was in the bag’ when they walked into the 2019 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards in Canberra on Friday night.At the end of the ceremony their Whitsunday business, Red Cat Adventures, was the recipient of not one, but…

Thundercat Whitsundays - All Inclusive Day Tour
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Thundercat offers an exhilarating ride around the Whitsunday Islands all in one day. The three-time Australian Gold Award-winning tour visits the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet lookout and offers two snorkelling opportunities on the fringing Great Barrier Reef. Thundercat is designed for stability and speed, so it’s perfect for passengers concerned about seasickness. The all-inclusive package departing from Airlie Beach is suitable for families, couples, and groups wanting to experience once-in-a-lifetime moments.

Tongarra Day Sailing Tour From A$199

Get ready for a fun day out on the water! We’re kicking things off with an easy check-in, then cruising straight to Langford, a stunning island paradise where the sand is as white as the vibe is chill. Kick back on the spacious deck with comfy beanbags, soak up the sun, and get ready for the ultimate day of adventure!

We offer a variety of exciting activities, including banana boat rides, snorkelling among vibrant reefs, and a stroll along the beach to take in stunning views. Our fantastic crew is dedicated to ensuring you have a memorable time, and when you’re ready to refuel, we’ll provide a delicious lunch to keep you energised.

As we sail back to Airlie Beach, enjoy some cold drinks and snacks while we catch an epic sunset. Adventure, good vibes, great tunes, and a whole lot of fun—this is the Whitsundays like you’ve never seen it before!