Top Things to do in Whitsunday Islands
Top 10 Things to do in Whitsunday Islands, Queensland
The Whitsunday Islands are a collection of 74 tropical mini-paradises, floating in peaceful waters that double as a marine park and are a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Plan a romantic getaway or a fun family vacation that’s filled with sun, sailing, golfing, snorkeling and diving, all served up with a little slice of heaven.
Restaurants in Whitsunday Islands
1. Whitehaven Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2,394 reviews
Uninhabited Whitsunday Island is home to this beautiful beach, one of the world's most spectacular.
Reviewed By 1962SteveB - Brisbane, Australia
This is a must do when you go to Airlie and the Whitsundays. Highly recommend using Cruise Whitsundays that offer a guided walk at Hill Inlet, a delicious lunch and great service. Make sure you snorkel at the southern end reef, there are thousands of fish and live coral galore. Yep, it is not all dead.
2. Hill Inlet
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5.0 based on 834 reviews
Reviewed By AnnieJuly
We did an Ocean Rafting (fantastic!) tour which included the walk up to Hill Inlet Lookout! WOW ???? The view is absolutely out of this world!! Don’t think you could get a better ‘beach’ view anywhere in the world!! It’s a relatively easy walk (even got toilets there)!! No filter required!!! Sublime!!
3. Passage Peak
4. Whitsunday Passage
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
Whitsunday Passage is a luxury 40ft Adams racer cruiser charter.
Reviewed By joniquelife - Australia, null
The Whitsunday Islands features the most magical snorkelling spots but make sure you wear your stinger suit! A place in Australia that you must visit from the magical beaches it offers to the excellent coral/fish you will see. An absolutely spectacular place! “Jonique Life” Follow our journey around Australia on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube as we highlight wonderful experiences and magical places you can add to your ever growing bucket list.
5. Hamilton Island Go Kart Track
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4.5 based on 158 reviews
You don't need a licence to enjoy all the fun and excitement of go-karting in Hamilton Island's Palm Valley. Take the wheel on the exhilarating outdoor track and reach speeds of up to 45 kilometres per hour. What you'll love about Hamilton Island's Go-Kart Racing: - All the family can join in, with kids riding as passengers in double go-karts. - Open daily, from 9.30Am - 5.00Pm. - Hire includes all safety equipment. - Enjoy all the thrill of racing, in a tropical setting at Palm Valley.
Reviewed By GrahamC444 - Gosford, Australia
Ceratainly worth venturing to this part of the Island to get your adrenaline rush. As well as this, we undertook an ATV tour of the Island and it is one of our highlights. This is a must do adventure.
6. Hamilton Island Marina
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4.5 based on 946 reviews
The Hamilton Island Marina is located in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, where your boating paradise awaits. With a jet airport serviced by Virgin Australia, Qantas and Jetstar, and with direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns and Brisbane, upon arrival you are just minutes away from being on your vessel. Cruise and explore hidden bays, iconic beaches and discover your own piece of the Great Barrier Reef. Take advantage of all Hamilton Island has to offer, including a variety of restaurants and bars, an abundance of water sports and activities, spa treatments, golf and more - the lifestyle options are endless!
Reviewed By 244alih
The marina is the entry to the island via boat. Airport is also a couple of min away. It's a cute little seaside town with restaurants and shops surrounding it: bakery, fish and chips, Romano's Italian restaurant, tavern, yatch club, icecream shops, pharmacy, IGA with bottle shop and the location for water tours. Water is crystal blue and it's nice to sit looking over the marina eating dinner. Some restaurants were closed which I assume due to COVID but unsure. Only place to buy fresh seafood is the IGA. There is a free bus going to and from the marina to hotels every 10 min. We visited this area a lot when we were here for 4 days. Very clean on the streets. Lots of golf buggies which you can hire and cruise around the island instead of getting a bus or walk (costly though). All staff wonderful! Not one bad encounter which was great.
7. Catseye Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 834 reviews
Reviewed By T6259VVrobertf - Hamilton Island, Australia
We snorkelled at low tide, and swam with sea turtles, sting rays, colourful fish, uncovered flatheads - and found beautifully colourful coral.
8. Hamilton Island Art Gallery
9. Hamilton Island Race Week
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4.0 based on 4 reviews
Hamilton Island Race Week is one of Australia's favourite yachting events and a firm fixture on the international sailing calendar. Competitors, family and friends come together to enjoy the convivial atmosphere and unique camaraderie of the event's on-water and off-water carnival. Every August, spectators and yachties from around the globe sail to Hamilton Island for Hamilton Island Race Week - Australia's largest offshore keelboat regatta. Perfectly situated on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef, amongst Queensland's 74 Whitsunday Islands, Hamilton Island offers an experience like no other: glorious weather, azure waters, brilliant beaches, awe-inspiring coral reefs, fascinating flora and fauna, fine food and wines, and activities almost too numerous to mention.
10. Hamilton Island Wildlife
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3.5 based on 693 reviews
Hamilton Island Wildlife is one of only a few places in the world where you can experience the thrill and excitement of a koala encounter. This is an excellent opportunity to get up close and personal with one of Australia's most famous and unique animals. Other experiences include Breakfast with the Koalas, personal encounters with animals including our Koalas, Dingoes, Snakes and Lizards, our Keeper Tours (free with admission) and the Twilight Tour and BBQ. For more info visit our website or drop us an email!
Reviewed By PennyD1985
This is a little gem of a place on the island. The staff are lovely, the animals are well cared for and there is a lot on offer for such a small facility. For general admission, visitors can do a tour with a keeper at feeding time (if you go at the right time), there are a couple of exhibits were you can walk through with ‘free range’ inhabitants and unlimited entry means you can go back as many times as you like during your stay. We also did breakfast with the koalas and a meet and greet with Aubrey the dingo. The keepers are knowledgeable and keen to share information about the selection of animals at the facility, and it’s obvious they care about the furry, feathered and scaled residents. Would highly recommend for visitors of all ages.
