ABOUT AIRLIE BEACH
UNIQUE JOURNEY AWAIT
We Know Where to Find Real Treasure
Airlie Beach began as a small coastal settlement supporting the region’s farming, timber, and cattle industries before becoming one of Australia’s most popular tropical tourism destinations.
The Whitsundays region has deep cultural significance for the Traditional Custodians of the land and sea Country, whose connection to these coastal landscapes stretches back thousands of years.
Over time, Airlie Beach developed into the gateway to the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef, while still retaining its relaxed coastal charm, tropical lifestyle, and strong connection to the surrounding mainland landscapes and communities.
Airlie Beach is the vibrant gateway to the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef, surrounded by tropical coastline, rainforest mountains, and beautiful mainland scenery.
Known for its relaxed atmosphere, warm climate, and stunning natural beauty, Airlie Beach is the perfect base for exploring waterfalls, wildlife, beaches, scenic drives, and eco-certified adventures throughout the Whitsundays region.
Beyond the reef and islands, visitors can discover hidden mainland experiences including rainforest waterfalls, kangaroos on the beach, wild platypus encounters, and authentic tropical North Queensland landscapes.
This Is Us
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Irfan Syahputra
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Online Relations
As Guest Experience & Online Relations Coordinator for Airlie Adventure Tours and Whitsunday Shore Excursions, Irfan manages guest communication, online enquiries, and customer feedback across the company’s digital platforms.
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Ben Avery
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Local Tour Guide
As a tour guide for Airlie Adventure Tours and Whitsunday Shore Excursions, Ben helps guests experience the natural beauty, wildlife, and hidden mainland attractions of the Whitsundays region.
With a relaxed and friendly approach, Ben enjoys sharing local knowledge, scenic locations, and authentic Queensland experiences while creating a fun and welcoming atmosphere on tour.
His passion for nature, adventure, and great guest experiences helps visitors discover a different side of tropical North Queensland beyond the reef and islands.
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Jeni Borellini
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Local Tour Guide
As one of the friendly local guides at Airlie Adventure Tours and Whitsunday Shore Excursions, Jeni brings more than 30 years of local knowledge and Whitsunday living experience to every tour.
Having called Airlie Beach home for decades, Jeni loves sharing the region’s hidden gems, local history, scenic landscapes, and relaxed tropical lifestyle with visitors from around the world.
Her warm personality and passion for the Whitsundays help create welcoming, authentic, and memorable experiences for every guest.
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Cara Robinson
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Head Eco Guide
As Head Eco Guide for Airlie Adventure Tours and Whitsunday Shore Excursions, Cara leads the company’s eco-tourism experiences with a passion for wildlife, nature, and authentic guest connections.
Known for her friendly personality and local knowledge, Cara helps guests discover the hidden beauty of the Whitsundays mainland through relaxed small-group adventures focused on waterfalls, wildlife, rainforest environments, and sustainable tourism.
Her passion for eco-tourism and genuine Australian experiences helps create memorable and educational tours for visitors exploring tropical North Queensland.
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Daniel Eaton
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Operations Manager
As Operations Manager for Airlie Adventure Tours and Whitsunday Shore Excursions, Daniel Eaton oversees the day-to-day coordination of tours, fleet logistics, scheduling, and guest operations across the Whitsundays region.
Focused on safety, reliability, and smooth tour delivery, Daniel plays a key role in ensuring every experience operates efficiently while maintaining the relaxed and welcoming atmosphere the company is known for.
With a strong understanding of local touring operations and guest experience, he helps deliver eco-certified small-group adventures showcasing the best of tropical North Queensland.
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D'artagnan Caldicott
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CEO & Founder
As CEO of Airlie Adventure Tours and Whitsunday Shore Excursions, D’artagnan Caldicott leads the company’s vision, operations, tourism development, and guest experience across the Whitsundays region.
Passionate about eco-tourism, local storytelling, and authentic Queensland experiences, D’artagnan focuses on creating relaxed small-group adventures that showcase the hidden mainland beauty of tropical North Queensland beyond the reef and islands.
Working closely with local communities, tourism partners, and cruise ship operators, his goal is to position the business as a leading eco-certified mainland tourism operator in the Whitsundays.
TURNING UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS INTO YOUR ULTIMATE ADVENTURE
From wild platypus encounters and kangaroos on the beach to tropical waterfalls, scenic coastlines, and hidden mainland experiences, Whitsunday Shore Excursions helps cruise ship guests discover the real beauty of the Whitsundays beyond the reef and islands.
Our eco-certified small-group tours are designed to create relaxed, authentic, and memorable experiences filled with wildlife, nature, local stories, and the hidden gems of tropical North Queensland.