SeaLink Whitsundays is celebrating a clean sweep at the 2025 Whitsunday Tourism Awards, proudly taking home Gold, Silver and Bronze in the prestigious Best Day Tour – Water category, alongside recognition for land-based adventure.

The annual gala, held at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre, brought together 230 tourism operators, industry leaders and community representatives to celebrate excellence across the Whitsundays' vibrant visitor economy.

Recognised globally as the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and home to the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, the Whitsundays is one of Australia's most spectacular destinations. Its turquoise waters, pristine islands and world-class visitor experiences make it a cornerstone of the nation's tourism industry—and SeaLink Whitsundays' success is a testament to the strength of the region.

🏆SeaLink Award Results:

• 🥇 Whitsunday Jetski Tours – Gold, Best Day Tour – Water
  Winning Tours: Thundercat, Tongarra Sailing Adventures, and the Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Adventure.
• 🥈 Red Cat Adventures – Silver, Best Day Tour – Water
  Winning Tours: Airlie Adventure and Two Island Safari.
• 🥉 SeaLink Whitsundays – Bronze, Best Day Tour – Water
  Winning Tour: Purely Whitehaven.

• 🥉 Red Cat Adventures – Bronze, Best Day Tour – Land
  Winning Tour: Falls to Paradise.

These honours, judged on customer experience feedback, are a true reflection of the passion and dedication of SeaLink Whitsundays' teams, both on the water and behind the scenes.

General Manager Asher Telford proudly shared, “This recognition reflects the strength of all the teams at SeaLink Whitsunday – Red Cat Adventures, Whitsunday Jetski Tours, and SeaLink. What makes it even more meaningful is that the recognition comes directly from our guests and the Whitsunday community so it really means a lot to us.”

“We are privileged to operate in such an iconic destination and are grateful for the collaboration and support we receive locally. Our focus on delivering high-quality tours and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests is at the heart of everything we do, and it's wonderful to see that commitment recognised,” Mr Telford continued.

This success builds on global recognition, with Whitsunday Jetski Tours recently named #1 in the world in Tripadvisor's Best of the Best Experiences Awards. Red Cat Adventures and SeaLink Whitsundays have also consistently been ranked among Australia's and the world's top operators, showcasing the Whitsundays' strength on both national and international stages.

“Congratulations to all the finalists and winners, and a special thank you to Tourism Whitsundays for hosting such a fantastic event,” Mr Telford said.

SeaLink Whitsundays Operations Manager Nathan Linnell added, “I'm incredibly proud of what our team has achieved. Our crew bring so much energy, passion and commitment to every single tour, and these awards are a true reflection of their hard work and the heart they put into everything we do.”

Travel with Purpose

Beyond delivering award-winning tours, SeaLink Whitsundays' brands are proud to support the environment and local ecosystems. Their initiatives include:

• Supporting reef monitoring and conservation through Whitsunday Jetski Tours and Red Cat Adventures in partnership with the Great Barrier Reef Foundation's Reef Trust and community action grants.
• Backing marine conservation and seagrass monitoring projects to protect the delicate ecosystems of the Great Barrier Reef.
• Holding Advanced ECO Certification and Climate Action Leader status, embedding sustainability into every journey.

Book an Award-Winning Experience

To book your place on one of the Whitsundays' most recognised and celebrated tours, visit:

• Whitsunday Jetski Tours (Gold Winner) – Whitsunday Jetski Tours
• Red Cat Adventures (Silver + Bronze Winner) – Red Cat Adventures
• SeaLink Whitsundays (Bronze Winner) – SeaLink