Hayman Island is the northern most of the Whitsundays and near the Great Barrier Reef. The small island is privately owned but open to the public with several amenities including golf, tennis, a kids’ club and several swimming pools. Additionally, there are many other activities including snorkelling, scuba diving, water skiing, fishing, tube rides, helicopter rides to view the Reef, or just walking around enjoying the scenic beauty. The resort has several dining areas each with its own style of food.
Part of the wonderful Whitsundays and situated to the east of Hook Island, Border Island has all the ingredients for a dreamy overnight anchorage. Part of the Marine National Park Green Zone, Border Island is ideally placed for hitting some other Whistunday favourites such as Tongue Bay and Chalkies. Set sail for the northern shore of Border Island where the blissful Cateran Bay is waiting with its secluded sands and shaded green slopes. On Border Island, the snorkelling is exceptional and you can flit away with bright coloured fishes and plate coral - notable snorkelling spots include Cateran Bay and Pitstop Cay. For those who want to dry off from all that swimming and snorkelling, you can head up to the Border Island Lookout. Hiking across the grasslands, you are treated to incredible views that stretch out across the island and beyond.
Of all the wonders of the Whitsundays, Whitehaven Beach is the star of the show. Endless tributes and accolades have been crafted in pure praise of this beach with its silky snow-white sands, bold blue and green shades, and bucket-list beauty. One glance and you will see exactly why Whitehaven is consistently awarded the best beach in Australia and even the far-flung world. Sculpted by the miracle of nature and stretching on for 7km, the sands of Whitehaven have been studied and proven to be made of a whopping 98 percent pure silica which is how they earn their bone-white shades and their silk through the finger's touch. The sand is celebrated as being so fine it can even clean diamonds. For charter guests wanting to make the most of their time on Whitehaven, you can visit Tongue Point for some of the best views. You can also hike through the national park, swim, snorkel and hit the best wining and dining parts in this truly beautiful enclave.
A divine dive site to the north of Australia’s Whitsunday Islands, Hardy Reef and Hook Reef offer shades of blue like you’ve never seen before. Depending on the time of year you travel, you can often spot migrating humpback whales, pods of playful dolphins and even whale sharks in the turquoise waters below. A dream destination for keen scuba divers and snorkelers, this fragile environment is home to deep channels which can be seen from onboard as contrasting cobalt curves between the reefs. With countless diving schools and scattered pontoons, charter guests can also spot the renowned, and highly photographed Heart Reef nearby, adding an element of romance to this trip of a lifetime.
Charter guests are sure to love Nara Inlet. Located on Hook Island, this sweet and secluded bay is rich in aboriginal history along with being a stunning place to splash and swim. Its sheltered position makes it a great anchorage and the nearby waterfall and rockpool lend a whole new angle for those who want to plunge into sweet water. Stashed within the hills you can also see the Ngaro Cave Paintings and explore interactive displays that teach you about the local aboriginal people in the area. Being a sheltered bay means that the waters around Nara are great for paddling, kayaking, and other laid back watersports that help you drift on by.
Whitsunday Island is the largest in the group of the same name. Here you will be enchanted by powdery white beaches, such as the world famous Whitehaven beach, rich marine life and beautiful coral reefs.
Daydream Island, nicknamed the "Jewel of the Whitsundays," is one of the Molle Group's seven islands off the coast of Airlie Beach. Take a walk to Lover's Cove, which features the Living Reef, a man-made outdoor aquarium, and Sun Lover's Beach. With over 40 marine fish species and 50 different types of coral, it's no surprise that scuba divers and snorkelers love it here. There's also the choice of going on a walk through the thick jungle to the island's highest point. Keep an eye out for parrots and small sunbirds on the way.
Considered to be the gateway to the wonder that is the Whitsundays, Airlie Beach is all slick white sands, buzzing bars, and beautiful blue waters. Subtropical temperatures, easy access to the plethora of perfect islands, and the chance to explore the wealth of underwater life that makes the Great Barrier Reef such a bucket list destination - it's no wonder Airlie is a must-stop on the backpacker's route for those travelling Australia. Charter guests are sure to fall in love with this vibrant corner of the world brimming with amazing restaurants and watersports to keep you active. For those who want to leave the ions of blue and white behind and head into cooler climes, the Conway National Park is also right on the doorstep and welcomes you in with its mangroves, gullies, and gorgeous rainforest. Beach lovers should also be sure to head to the iconic Whitehaven Beach - a vision of turquoise and white and one of the most famous beaches in the whole of the world.