The Whitsundays – Airlie Beach, Islands and Sailing
The Whitsundays
Located in the Heart of the Great Barrier Reef, The Whitsundays is a truly diverse destination. Explore 74 island wonders, iconic Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, the beach towns of Airlie Beach and Bowen and the quaint hinterland villages of Proserpine and Collinsville.
Travel inspirations to The Whitsundays
The Best of The Whitsundays
Adventures in The Whitsundays
Where to stay
Book Your Stay in The Whitsundays.
Reef View Hotel
You will be surrounded by pristine beaches and a kaleidoscope of coral and marine life. Hamilton Island is a perfect base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef.
from $358
Intercontinental Hayman Island Resort, An IHG Hotel
With unique suites and beachfront villas and lagoon and poolside rooms, the resort is perfectly suited for those in search of an iconic, luxurious, island experience.
from $481
Heart Hotel And Gallery Whitsundays
Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays features an unrivalled location, literally in the heart of the cosmopolitan seaside resort village of Airlie Beach.
from $179
Big4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
Amidst 26 acres of botanic-like gardens you’ll find a range of accommodation options including camping and caravanning, studio cabins and magnificently appointed three-bedroom condos.
from $187
Coral Sea Resort
This resort offers an enticing range of facilities, impeccable views, exceptional hospitality and a passionate team that are dedicated to delivering extraordinary experiences that exceed expectations.
from $293
Daydream Island Resort
Daydream Island Resort and Living Reef – this stylish and tranquil island resort offers a range refurbished spacious and modern rooms and suites with stunning views overlooking the pool and garden landscapes or with ocean views.
from $259
Elysian Luxury Eco Island Retreat
Elysian Eco Retreat is a family owned-&-operated, adults only, boutique island retreat located in the Whitsundays and is the first 100% solar powered resort on the Great Barrier Reef.
from $772
Magnums Accommodation Airlie Beach – Adults Only
Magnums is an “over 18 only” budget holiday retreat situated right in the town centre of Airlie Beach.
from $109
Mirage Whitsundays
Mirage Whitsundays Luxury Apartments consist of unique, waterfront, poolside and ocean view 3 Bedroom Apartments, 2 Story Villas, 3 Story Townhouses and Penthouses.
from $244
Reef Gateway Hotel
Located a short 10 min drive to the Airlie Beach main street and just 25 mins to Whitsunday Coast Airport. Reef Gateway Hotel is the ideal place to enjoy your time in the beautiful Whitsundays.
from $118
Cruise Whitsundays
Visits the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach and islands, the multi-award winning Reefsleep overnight experience and Australia’s first underwater accommodation, Reefsuites is one of Australia’s most unique accommodation options.
Explore Group
Operating from Hamilton Island and Airlie Beach in Australia, Explore Group offer a variety of experiences including; snorkelling, diving, nature walks, sightseeing, dining and sailing.
Ocean Rafting
Offers the ultimate access to the stunning and iconic Hill Inlet beach and special snorkel sites at Hook Island and Border Island ensure a memorable underwater experience.
Ocean Roads Whitsundays
The Whitsundays’ newest tour group offering Sundowner Cruises’ fun sunset cruises, Lady Enid Sailing’s premium adults-only sailing tours, and the new Creek to Cape bus tours of the Whitsunday hinterland and coast.
Red Cat Adventures
Providing exceptional trips around the Whitsunday Islands. Experience Hill Inlet and the Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsundays hinterland.
Whitsundays Sailing Adventures
Offers tours and trips at the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, scuba diving and sailing the Whitsundays Islands with both day and night tours.
Wings Sailing Charters Whitsundays
All-inclusive premium private overnight yacht charters and specialised event charters.
Autumn
In The Whitsundays, autumn is really just an extension of summer, with consistently warm days it is a beautiful time to visit.
Winter
Winter in the Whitsundays is magic as it welcomes some of our migratory aquatic friends such as whales and manta rays. It is also a great time to come and experience the stellar line-up of events happening in the region!
Spring
Spring offers some of the best sailing conditions, with bright warm days and a steady breeze, the waters are bliss.
Summer
Summer in North Queensland is perfect to experience one of the many beaches, summer also welcomes occasional tropical showers and uncovers some of our hidden waterfalls.
Airlines
With daily flights from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Cairns into the Whitsunday Coast (Proserpine) and Great Barrier Reef (Hamilton Island) airports, getting here is easy!
Seasons
The weather in The Whitsundays is tropical with a climate of hot summers, warm winters and bright spring and autumn days, creating the perfect conditions for the region’s lush rainforests, picturesque waterfalls, healthy hinterland harvests and, of course, stunning beaches. The water temperatures remain a welcoming 25 degrees celsius most of the year round.