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Whitsundays Guide

Everything you need to know about Australia's most beautiful sailing destination. From what to do, to when to visit, to where to go.

Things to do

What To Do in Airlie Beach

Whether it be the night of your stay aboard, or some time post-charter, there’s always something on in Airlie Beach.

What To Do on Hamilton Island

Reprovision, top up water, drop rubbish and stretch your legs. Buggies, the yacht club and the swim-up bar are all a short walk from the marina.

Rental Equipment

CHARTER ACCESSORIES

Rental Equipment

Add paddle boards, fishing gear, beach games, extra cold storage or satellite internet to your charter. Snorkel gear is already included for every guest, free of charge.

Snorkelling

MARINE PARK

Snorkelling

Cruise the islands of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Snorkelling gear is provided free on all boats - some of the best reef snorkelling in Australia is right here.

Fishing

FISHING

Fishing

Rod holders are fitted to every boat. Coral trout, sweetlip and mackerel are all on the cards outside the green zones.

Bushwalking

ISLAND TRACKS

Bushwalking

Marine park walking tracks run from most major anchorages. Whitsunday Peak, Hill Inlet lookout and the Ngaro Sea Trail are the pick of them.

Islands & Anchorages

Discover the Islands

74 islands to explore within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Here are the most popular stops on any charter route.

Palm Bay

LONG ISLAND

Palm Bay

It is home to Palm Bay Resort, the only resort on Long Island that welcomes visiting boats.

Hamilton Island Marina

HAMILTON ISLAND

Hamilton Island Marina

The one full-service stop on most itineraries. Fuel, water, provisions and a night off the galley if you want one.

Plantation Bay

LINDEMAN ISLAND

Plantation Bay

Plantation Bay sits on the quiet south-eastern side of Lindeman Island, one of the southern-most anchorages in the Whitsundays.

Neck Bay

SHAW ISLAND

Neck Bay

One of the most remote anchorages you can reach on a bareboat charter, and it’s seldom visited. The bay takes its name from the narrow sandy spit that forms it.

Chalkies Beach

HASELWOOD ISLAND

Chalkies Beach

Chalkie's Beach has the same soft, white silica sand as Whitehaven, with coral reef at either end that is great for snorkelling.

Coral Sea Marina

AIRLIE BEACH

Coral Sea Marina

The one full-service stop on most itineraries. Fuel, water, provisions and a night off the galley if you want one.