Plan

South Molle Lookout

Everything You Need To Know

Planning a Whitsundays visit centres on three decisions: when to travel, where to base yourself, and which experiences to prioritise. The dry season from April to November delivers warm temperatures, low rainfall and excellent water visibility for snorkelling and diving, while June to October adds seasonal events like humpback whale sightings to sailing and reef tours.

Most visitors spend three to five days in the region, enough time to experience Whitehaven Beach, snorkel the outer reef, and explore the island without feeling rushed. The mix of mainland towns, resort islands and national park camping means budgets from backpacker to luxury all find suitable options.