The Whitsundays is a collective term that refers to The Whitsunday group of islands just off the coast from Airlie Beach. Technically there is an invisible line that separates The Whitsundays from Airlie Beach. This invisible line is only located 1 nautical mile outside of Coral Sea Marina which means that you will generally be…
Airlie Beach, as per the name is a beach town that has several beaches accessible by land. Of course, the main reason most people visit Airlie is to visit Whitehaven Beach, though that is not actually located in Airlie Beach. This article focuses on the beaches you can access without hopping onto a boat. Airlie…
Airlie Beach is our small coastal town on the north coast of Queensland. Airlie is famous for being the gateway to The Whitsundays which often leaves the town itself overlooked. Airlie Beach, as a destination itself, is mind-blowingly beautiful and full of adventure for everyone including backpackers, retirees and families. Below is a collection of…
Airlie Beach is one of the most beautiful places in Australia. Not only is it the gateway to The Whitsundays, it’s also amazing by itself. Airlie BeachAirlie Beach LagoonAirlie Beach SunsetAirlie Beach LagoonPort Of AirlieAirlie Beach SunsetAirlie Beach At NightPort Of AirlieAirlie Beach SunsetAirlie Beach LagoonAirlie BeachAirlie BeachAirlie BeachAirlie BeachCoral Sea Marina Airlie BeachAirlie BeachAirlie…
Accommodation Prices Airlie Beach is cheaper than staying on one of the Island resorts by a long shot. Resort prices start from $300 per night and go as high as $40 000 per night for luxury penthouses. Airlie Beach accommodation can be had from $100 per night. >>>> Which Whitsunday island is the best? Tour…
The Whitsundays are spectacular no matter where you look. When you come and visit our backyard make sure you bring your camera. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKUr_JZLNko Whitehaven Beach Whitehaven Beach Whitsunday Islands Hill Inlet Lookout Airlie Beach Whitsunday Islands Whitsunday Islands Whitsunday Islands Whitehaven Beach Whitsunday Islands Whitsunday Islands Sailing Whitsundays Palm Trees Whitsunday Islands Whitsunday Islands Whitsunday…
Unfortunately, there are no official free camping areas anywhere near Airlie Beach. Wind the clock back 15 years and you could just about pull up your campervan anywhere, since then the local council has cracked down and taken that away from us. Car parks that used to be full of people camping are now paid…
Airlie Beach is basically a one-street town that has a bar every 10 to 20 meters. Here is a list of the best ones. Boaty’s Airlie Beach Boaty’s is located right at the top of the main street next to the roundabout. Boaty’s has been an institution for locals since the eighty’s and while it…
Accommodation If you are looking for the best island to stay on then there are only a few options. Hayman IslandHamilton IslandDaydream IslandLong Island All of these islands have beautiful resorts with stunning views though there are two islands that really stand out from the rest Hamilton Island which is the most well known and…
Thankfully, The Whitsundays is a very safe place to visit. Being that The Whitsundays is part of Australia, it means that we follow all of the workplace health and safety laws, national legislation and more. From a tourist perspective, that means you will be looked after by qualified crew. Unlike in Thailand and Bali, where…
The simple answer is no, Cairns is not in The Whitsundays. Cairns is located roughly 1000km north of the northernmost island in The Whitsunday Group. Cairns is your access point to the outer Great Barrier Reef and Airlie Beach is your access point to The Whitsundays. While both locations have a lot to offer, we…
The good news is that The Whitsundays are in fact part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Unlike visiting the reef from Cairns where the ocean is unprotected and often quite violent, The Whitsundays has been given shelter in the form of islands. The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park includes the fringing reefs that…
Thundercat offers an exhilarating ride around the Whitsunday Islands all in one day! This Australian GOLD national award-winning tour visits the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet lookout, and two snorkelling spots on the Great Barrier Reef.
Sure to be one of your favourites, Wildcat offers a ride like no other! This all-inclusive day tour will immerse her guests amongst the hidden wonders above and below the island waters east of Mackay.
This all-inclusive sailing day tour takes you off the beaten track to experience the Whitsunday Islands’ secret spots. Explore the most incredible range of marine life and witness the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef from above and below.
An all-inclusive day tour exploring Cedar Creek Falls! Swim in the rockpools at waterfalls surrounded by tropical flora and fauna, followed by a chill-out session at the Northerlies Beach Bar & Grill.
