Shute Harbour to Hamilton Island

Port of Airlie is a main departure point for ferry transfers to Hamilton Island Marina, operated by Cruise Whitsundays. Timetables can change, so the operator timetable should be used to confirm departure times and final boarding requirements.

What to plan for:

• Arrive at the Cruise Whitsundays terminal at least 30 minutes before departure to allow time for parking, luggage labelling, and ticket collection
• Check in steps and meeting points are confirmed on the booking confirmation
• Weather and peak periods can impact schedules, so the operator timetable is the safest source of truth

Port of Airlie is a key mainland departure point for ferry transfers to Daydream Island. Services and seasonal schedules can change, so departure times, meeting points, and check in requirements should be confirmed on the operator booking and timetable pages.

Key planning notes

• Arrive early to allow time for parking, luggage labelling, and check-in
• Confirm the exact terminal details on the booking confirmation
• Check the latest timetable on the day of travel, especially in wet season conditions