About Whitsunday Islands

The Whitsundays, lying just off the Queensland coast, next to the Great Barrier Reef is an archipelago of 74 tropical islands. People arrive from all over the world to experience its hiking trails, dense rainforests, and white sandy beaches. Swim with sea turtles and rainbow-colored fish and sink your toes in the world’s most beautiful beach. Bring out the adventurer in you onto the Great Barrier Reef and indulge in the various water sports like sailing, snorkeling, and swimming. Float down on a tandem skydive and take in the incredible views. Or just enjoy your me-time on the secluded beaches in hidden bays.

Must See

There are many attractions contained within the Whitsunday Islands. A few of these are:

  • A One-day Escape to Long Island
  • Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours
  • Go Sailing with Sailing Whitsundays
  • Enjoy all the offerings of Hamilton Island
  • Spend a day at Daydream Island Resort and Spa
  • High-speed Adventure with Ocean Rafting
  • Take a Scenic Flight with Air Whitsunday Seaplanes
  • Dive the Outer Reef with Cruise Whitsundays
  • Visit Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Islands.

How to reach

There are many ways of traveling to the Whitsunday Islands by air, car, train, bus, etc.

The most convenient way to travel to the region is by a flight to either the Proserpine (Whitsunday Coast) Airport or the Hamilton Island Airport and then ferrying across to the mainland.

Approximate flying time: Sydney to Airlie Beach - 2 hours 15 minutes. Brisbane to Airlie Beach - 1 hour 30 minutes. It costs around $ 292  to $ 705.

Tips

  • While you plan your trip to Whitsunday Islands there are a few things you may need to keep in mind.
  • You will get to see the famous photo of a reef shaped like a heart so please keep your cameras ready to capture some great scenic beauty.
  • There aren’t a whole lot of walking trails in the Whitsundays as it’s mostly a place for water-based activities so keep your swimsuits, flip flops, ready.
  • You get to experience a lot of activities here like snorkeling etc.
  • Be sure you have plenty of sunscreens, and stay as hydrated as possible. Bring mosquito repellant.
  • Make sure you are well aware of box jellyfish and the Irukandji as they are plentiful and can deliver a seriously painful sting. 
  • Please make sure you are safe and follow the safety rules when you are swimming.

Visit Time

Sunday:            Open 24 hours.

Monday:           Open 24 hours.
Tuesday:          Open 24 hours.
Wednesday:     Open 24 hours.
Thursday:         Open 24 hours.
Friday:              Open 24 hours.
Saturday:          Open 24 hours.
 

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Time you can spend

6 to 7 hours

 

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