SeaLink Marine & Tourism’s Red Cat Adventures and Whitsunday Jetski Tours operations in Australia are enhancing accessibility for all guests, especially those with accessibility needs, on their tours.
This initiative underscores SeaLink’s commitment to inclusivity, ensuring every traveller can enjoy exploring the Great Barrier Reef, without barriers.
Red Cat Adventures operates snorkelling tours from Airlie Beach and Mackay, taking guests to explore the vibrant marine life of the Great Barrier Reef. The Wildcat vessel is now equipped with wheelchair-friendly features, including tie-down points, to ensure the safety and comfort of all passengers.
Whitsunday Jetski Tours operates two half-day tours daily from the Coral Sea Marina, South Village – the Airlie Adventure (1.5-hour jet ski tour) and the Two Island Safari (two-hour jet ski tour). Guests can drive their own jet ski out to view the Whitsunday Islands from the protection of the coastline, exploring Airlie’s bays, islands, and enjoying some turtle spotting.
Key enhancements to both services include the wheelchair-friendly Wildcat vessel, which features secure tie-down points and spacious areas; accessibility features, which are clearly provided to guests with disabilities so they can make informed decisions about their adventure; a dedicated accessibility page on the website that outlines the specific accommodation offered and provides guidance on how to make the most of available services; marked accessible tours so guests can easily find and select tours that meet their requirements; and training all staff so they can assist guests with varying needs.
In addition, SeaLink Whitsundays, Red Cat Adventures and Whitsundays Jetski Tours are all Ecotourism Australia’s Advanced ECO certified, reflecting their ongoing commitment to responsible tourism and the preservation of the Whitsundays.
Red Cat Adventures and Whitsunday Jetski Tours recently hosted five carers and 14 clients from the Endeavour Foundation on board Wildcat for a sightseeing trip around Airlie Beach – they also explored the Whitsunday waterways with Whitsunday Jetski Tours.
Red Cat Adventures’ owner Julie Telford said: “We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in the enhancements we’ve made to our vessel and the information we provide our guests.
“We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where all guests can enjoy a holiday to beautiful Whitsundays, including snorkelling and jet ski adventures.”
