Whitsunday Islands

The 74 Islands of the Whitsundays form the largest offshore island chain on Australia ’s coastline. With ten resorts on eight islands there is something for every visitor. Whether it is Eco-style, family friendly, all-inclusive, activity based, food and wine focused or pure luxury, there is a resort experience to suit everyone.

BRAMPTON ISLAND. At the southern end of the Whitsundays, Brampton Island is almost entirely National Park. With a rhythm of its own there are activities to enjoy at every imaginable tempo - from fast and furious water sports, to relaxing by the pool, pure escapism at the island spa, fine dining or the sunset cruise. For the highly adventurous, try the Jet Ski Safari to circumnavigate the island and explore beautiful beaches and secluded spots. The channel between Brampton and neighbouring Carlisle Island disappears at low tide, enabling guests to walk across to uninhabited Carlisle Island . Boat access is available, complete with tours of the island’s 1000 year old Melaleuca Forest .

DAYDREAM ISLAND . Daydream Island Resort and Spa is easily accessible from accessible from Shute Harbour , Airlie Beach or nearby Hamilton Island . Unique to the island is a man-made outdoor aquarium, a stunning network of reef lagoons containing over 40 marine fish species and 50 coral varieties. Visitors can snorkel or dive the island’s fringing reef. Recreational activities also include water sports, mini golf, movies at the scenic open-air cinema or swimming in one of the island’s pools. Others choose to be pampered at Daydream’s award-winning Rejuvenation Spa, which offers a range of health and beauty treatments. The resort offers nearly 300 rooms and 9 suites to choose from and, for those in love, the Endeavour Wedding Chapel.

HAMILTON ISLAND . Hamilton Island is Australia ’s largest island resort and one of the most popular. It has one of the main airports for the Whitsundays and its colourful harbour serves as a major gateway to the Great Barrier Reef . Hamilton Island ’s village offers a number of shopping and dining experiences and a variety of activities including water sports, action-packed day trip cruises or high flying aviation options. You will always be entertained on Hamilton Island . Accommodation choices, from a wide range of hotel, apartment and villa options to the exclusive Beach Club’s five-star luxury suites and infinity pool, suit all types of holiday makers.

HAYMAN. Recognised internationally for its luxurious surroundings and outstanding chefs and cuisine, Hayman is the epitome of holiday indulgence. The private island resort’s large and well-appointed suites and guest rooms edge up to the huge lagoon pool and overlook a scene of tropical perfection of neatly manicured gardens and a stretch of white sandy beach. After shopping at the island’s boutiques, book Hayman’s award-winning, Spa Chakra. Kids can hang at the Kids Club and Hernando’s Hideaway. Hayman is an ideal option for visitors with refi ned tastes, from couples to families seeking an up market holiday experience.

HOOK ISLAND . Famous for its underwater observatory that takes visitors 6 metres below the surface for a view of its fringing reef, the island is also home to the Hook Island Wilderness Resort. The resort provides a value-for-money island holiday at the entrance to the Whitsunday Passage and offers a combination of camp sites, dormitory or cabin-style accommodation with either ensuite or shared facilities. Caf?, bar, pool and water sports are available.

LINDEMAN ISLAND . Australia ’s only Club Med island resort is located in the Whitsundays on Lindeman Island . The all-inclusive Club Med concept provides the perfect way for couples and families to enjoy the wide range of sports and activities on offer, such as joining the circus and trying out the flying trapeze or a round of golf overlooking the nearby islands. Why not take in one of the island’s many bush walks for breathtaking hilltop views, or just chill out on one of its secluded beaches. Lindeman Island boasts 670 hectares of World Heritage National Park .

LONG ISLAND RESORT. Surrounded by rainforest and nestled into a sheltered bay, Long Island Resort makes for a great tropical hideaway. Visitors can be at one with nature as they snorkel the surrounding coral reef or relax with a cocktail in hand on the pristine beach. With loads of activities to choose from, including two enticing swimming pools, the resort is great for families; while the young at heart can enjoy the island’s Sandbar and regular entertainment activities.

PARADISE BAY ECO ESCAPE. Imagine arriving by helicopter to your own secluded island, with waterfront bungalows, National Park rainforest and private beach. This is the life at Paradise Bay Eco Resort. With no television, phones, young children or day visitors to disrupt your day, relaxation definitely comes first. A friendly chef and hostess are on-hand to care for your every need, while an experienced skipper waits to set sail to explore the beaches and coral gardens of the surrounding islands. The island’s all inclusive tariff, only accepts a maximum of 16 guests at any one time, and does not charge a singles surcharge.

PEPPERS PALM BAY . In a secluded part of Long Island , amidst a grove of tropical palms, the resort is designed for privacy, peace and tranquility with just 21 stylish bure’s. Peppers’ reputation for quality accommodation is further enhanced by excellent cuisine at La Riviera restaurant and the rejuvenating treatments available at the Endota Spa. Peppers Palm Bay is an idyllic location for enjoying the finer things in life.

SOUTH MOLLE ISLAND . South Molle is a firm favourite with guests coming for the relaxing South Seas ’ atmosphere and the palm-fringed beach set amongst sheltered waters. If relaxation is not your style the range of water sports and 33 free activities, including a 9 hole golf course, will keep you busy. South Molle Island offers a choice of accommodation from beachfront units to affordable family options and a separate wing for the budget backpacker accommodation. The island has over 420 hectares of National Park and 16 kilometres of trails to explore that lead to beaches, bays and great views from Mt Jeffreys.

FAMILY FRIENDLY. Most of the island resorts in the Whitsundays provide accommodation facilities that cater to families as well as couples. Dedicated kids’ clubs offer a range of safe and fun organised activities and equipment. Children are looked after under the watchful eyes of childcare professionals to ensure that parents - as well as children - get the most out of their holiday. Resorts with kids’ clubs include Club Med Lindeman Island , Daydream Island Resort and Spa, Hamilton Island , Hayman, Long Island Resort and South Molle Island .