Airlie Beach: Kangaroos on the Beach at Dawn – Mackay, Australia
Watch wild kangaroos at sunrise on a Whitsundays beach, enjoy a Drovers Breakfast of bacon and egg damper rolls, then relax with coffee at Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation.
PRICE: $104
per person
Welcome the day in true Australian style — watching wild kangaroos at sunrise by the sea, enjoying Breakfast with the wallabies, and finishing with coffee at a local coffee plantation. Operated by Airlie Adventure Tours, proudly Eco Certified by Ecotourism Australia, this small-group experience offers the perfect mix of wildlife, local flavour, and laid-back Whitsundays charm.
Departing Airlie Beach before dawn, travel north along the scenic Whitsunday Coast to a peaceful beach where kangaroos and wallabies gather at first light. As the sun rises over the Coral Sea, watch these curious marsupials feed, hop, and interact in their natural environment. The morning glow over the water creates unforgettable photo opportunities — a moment that feels truly Australian.
Your eco guide provides insightful commentary on kangaroo behaviour, habitat, and conservation in the Whitsundays region. With small groups and a respectful viewing distance, this is an authentic, low-impact encounter that supports wildlife welfare and sustainable tourism.
After you’ve taken in the magic of sunrise, enjoy a hearty Drovers Breakfast right on the beach — fresh bacon and egg damper rolls cooked and served Aussie-style. It’s the kind of simple, delicious hot bacon and egg breakfast wraps, reimagined for a relaxed Whitsundays morning. Enjoy your meal with the sound of the ocean in the background, surrounded by nature.
Next, travel to Whitsunday Gold Coffee. Here you’ll have time to grab a barista coffee or sweet treat (at your own expense), chat with locals, and soak up the fun atmosphere before heading back to Airlie Beach.
Along the way, your guide will share more about the Whitsundays’ coastal environment, sugar cane farming heritage, and native wildlife — turning this short morning adventure into a deeper connection with North Queensland’s people and places.
Whether you’re a photographer, nature lover, or just keen for a true-blue Aussie experience, this eco-certified sunrise tour is a beautiful way to start your day — full of warmth, wildlife, and local character.
This combination of wildlife and culture makes for a truly unique morning — a journey that goes beyond sightseeing to celebrate the Whitsundays’ natural and human heritage. With limited group sizes, personal guidance, and eco-certified practices, it’s a gentle, educational experience for all ages.
By the time you return to Airlie Beach mid-morning, you’ll have seen the Whitsundays in a whole new light — through the eyes of its wildlife, its people, and its land.
* This tour requires a minimum of four people to operate. If the minimum number is not met, you will be contacted the afternoon beforehand to organise a refund or alternative travel dates. Please feel free to give us a call if you have any concerns or need further information.
Watch wild kangaroos at sunrise on a Whitsundays beach
Guided sunrise wildlife viewing with Eco Certification.
Drovers Breakfast (bacon & egg damper rolls)
Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation
Local commentary and photo stops
Return transfers from Airlie Beach
Guided sunrise wildlife viewing
Drovers Breakfast (bacon & egg damper rolls)
Water Bottle Refills
Local commentary and photo stops
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