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…
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…
In this article, we aim to help you make an educated choice for your next holiday. Let’s start with the basics for each location. Airlie Beach Cairns Small town Friendly locals Safe nightlife Lots of great food Great Barrier Reef Whitehaven Beach Whitsunday Islands No traffic lights Beautiful everywhere you look Great climate Epic views from hotels Sailing boat tours Small group tours Uncrowded lagoon Lots of parking You can walk everywhere No need for a car Public transport 2 beaches Big town Mostly friendly locals Lots of great food Great Barrier Reef Fitzroy Island Green Island Port Douglas Daintree Rainforest Lots of traffic Lots of traffic lights Large tour boats with 200+ people Lagoon Parking is difficult to find You will need a car Public transport No beaches Town Size Airlie Beach is more or less a one-street…
Airlie Beach is located on the North Queensland coast roughly halfway between Brisbane and Cairns. There are four main ways to get to Airlie Beach and the decision really depends on how much time you have and how you like to travel. The Aeroplane Flying into Airlie Beach from literally anywhere is going to be your fastest method of getting here. Direct flights are available from a handful of locations around Australia with those missing out on direct routes having to transfer in Brisbane. If you are coming from Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Hobart, Perth, Darwin or Cairns, then flying will most likely be your best option. There are two airport options that you could choose in order to get to Airlie which are Proserpine and Hamilton Island. As a rule of thumb, flights to Hamilton Island will be more…
This tropical paradise is known as the gateway to The Whitsunday Islands because all Whitsunday tours to Whitehaven Beach depart from here. Not only is it a gateway to something amazing, but Airlie Beach also has a lot to offer itself. While you are here though, make sure you head out and see The Whitsundays. >>>Full article on how to get to Airlie Beach Airlie Beach is exactly; 272 km from Townsville / Magnetic Island – 3 hours 507 km from Mission Beach – 5 hours 619 km from Cairns – 6.5 hours 1098 km from Brisbane – 12 hours 1263 km from Byron Bay – 14 hours 1869 km from Sydney – 20 hours 1952 km from Alice Springs – 21 hours 2383 km from Melbourne – 28 hours 2535 km from Adelaide – 28 hours 2718 km…
However, it has happened. Most commonly, crocodiles that are spotted around the Airlie Beach area are in marinas such as Coral Sea Marina. While it is extremely rare, it can always be a possibility. Crocodiles don’t live in the Airlie Beach area but in passing through they may stop in to the marina and hang out for a few days. The reason for this is because crocodiles like ‘dirty’ water to hunt in and marina water is the closest thing to ‘dirty’ water that we have around here. South of Airlie Beach, we have the inlet to the Proserpine River, which does have crocodiles. Luckily for us, they very rarely venture beyond the mouth of the river. Are there crocodiles in The Whitsundays? Again, the simplest answer here is just a solid no. There are not usually crocodiles found…
When is the best time of year to visit Airlie Beach and The Whitsundays? Spring is the best time to visit, more specifically, the months of September to November because the weather is perfect and town is pumping. Why? Weather Weatherwise this is our best time of year because it’s hot, but not too humid for our friends that are not used to tropical heat. The humidity only starts to ramp up around the end of spring which makes for nice cool nights for the majority of the season. Average daily temperatures in Spring hover around 27 degrees which is ideal for sipping a cocktail by the pool or heading out to explore The Whitsundays. Sea Conditions Spring is by far the best time to be out on the water in The Whitsundays because we will…
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.
