Long Island
Where Nature Slows The Clock.
Nine kilometres long and 400 metres wide, with most of the island protected as national park. Seventeen kilometres of self-guided walking tracks. Both resorts are adults-only.
Experiences
Long Island's 17km of national park trails connect secluded beaches, coastal lookouts, and sheltered bays. Add snorkelling from the fringing reef, kayaking from Palm Bay, or a water tour to Whitehaven Beach and Heart Reef booked through the resort tour desk.
Traveller Tips
The scheduled boat to Long Island departs Shute Harbour at 10:30am and 4:50pm daily. The crossing takes about 30 minutes. Book your transfer in advance during peak periods.
Palm Bay Resort welcomes day visitors aged 16 and over. Elysian Retreat is for overnight guests only and does not accept day visits.
The island's walking tracks are self-guided and free to use. Carry water and sun protection. Most trails start from Palm Bay or the Sandy Bay camping area.
Private moorings are available at Palm Bay for guests arriving by bareboat or private boat.
Getting To Long Island
Long Island is served by a scheduled boat from Shute Harbour, departing at 10:30am and 4:50pm daily. The crossing takes about 30 minutes. Helicopter transfers are available from Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island via Helireef.
Getting To Long Island
Long Island is served by a scheduled boat from Shute Harbour, departing at 10:30am and 4:50pm daily. The crossing takes about 30 minutes. Helicopter transfers are available from Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island via Helireef.
Can I visit Long Island as a day visitor?
Day trips to Palm Bay Resort operate from Shute Harbour with return boat transfers included. You get around five hours on the island with access to the pool, kayaks, and walking tracks. Palm Bay is child-free and open to visitors aged 16 and over.
Elysian Retreat does not accept day visitors and is for overnight guests only.
Can I visit Long Island as a day visitor?
Day trips to Palm Bay Resort operate from Shute Harbour with return boat transfers included. You get around five hours on the island with access to the pool, kayaks, and walking tracks. Palm Bay is child-free and open to visitors aged 16 and over.
Elysian Retreat does not accept day visitors and is for overnight guests only.
Find Your Way.
Long Island FAQs
How do I get to Long Island?
The crossing takes about 30 minutes. Helicopter transfers are also available from Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island via Helireef.
Can I visit Long Island as a day visitor?
Palm Bay is child-free and open to visitors aged 16 and over. Elysian Retreat does not accept day visitors.
What walking tracks are on Long Island?
Trails start from Palm Bay Resort and Sandy Bay, leading to secluded beaches and lookouts over Whitsunday Passage.
Are the resorts on Long Island adults-only?
Elysian Retreat is for guests aged 18 and over and does not accept day visits.
What is the best time to visit Long Island?
The island is well-suited to wildlife walks year-round, with calm waters for snorkelling throughout most of the year.
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