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Whitsunday Islands

Whitsunday Islands

7.3
4.6/5
66 reviews
Whitsunday Islands consist of 74 tropical islands scattered in the central waters of the Great Barrier Reef, part of Queensland, Australia. Most of the islands are national park protected areas, with only a few having resort facilities, including Hamilton Island, Hayman Island, Daydream Island, and Hook Island. Each island has a unique style, with offerings ranging from family-friendly activities to relaxing vacations. The archipelago's iconic sights include Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach. Heart Reef is a natural coral formation within Hardy Reef that is heart-shaped when viewed from the air. Because it is protected, it is inaccessible for swimming and can only be seen via helicopter or seaplane. Whitehaven Beach is located on Whitsunday Island and is famous for its high-purity silica sand, which is white and fine. Hill Inlet at the northern end of the beach is a tidal inlet. At low tide, the white sand and turquoise water intertwine to create swirling patterns, which can be viewed from the lookout at the end of the trail. Almost every island is surrounded by fringing reefs, allowing for close encounters with coral and schools of tropical fish through near-shore snorkeling; scuba diving usually takes place further out at the outer Great Barrier Reef. Sailing cruises are a popular way to experience the islands, and many boats are equipped with viewing facilities on the deck and at the bottom of the boat, allowing those who do not want to enter the water to view the underwater coral and fish through the transparent bottom. Winter is a dry and comfortable time, and humpback whales also pass through nearby waters during this period.Whitsundays · 25.2 km from Shute Harbour
Airlie Beach Lagoon
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Airlie Beach Lagoon

4.4
4.5/5
43 reviews
The Lagoon (Airlie Beach Lagoon) in the center of Airlie Beach is the focal point of the town. At one end of the lagoon is a shallow sandy shore area with a children's pool, creating a safe environment for young families. You can also find a shady and quiet place to read in peace by yourself. Airlie Beach Lagoon is also a swimming pool, next to the sea, palm trees are planted by the lake, and the swimming pool is divided into 2 areas for adults and children. Surrounded by grassy hills, it is ideal for sunbathing.Airlie Beach · 7.4 km from Shute Harbour
Whitehaven Beach
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Whitsundays

Whitehaven Beach

4.9
4.6/5
112 reviews
Whitehaven Beach is located on Whitsunday Island in Queensland, Australia. It is famous for its crystal clear white sand and turquoise water. Visitors can arrive by boat, seaplane or helicopter from Airlie Beach or Hamilton Island. Barbecue and camping facilities are available on the beach, and camping must be booked in advance. The sand at Whitehaven Beach contains 98% pure silica, which is fine and difficult to retain heat, so you can walk barefoot on the beach even in midsummer. Dogs and smoking are prohibited on the beach to maintain its environmental friendliness. It has been rated as the cleanest beach in Queensland. The Beach Swim is a 2-kilometer open water competition that has been held at the beach every November since 2009 and is also part of the Hamilton Island Triathlon. In 2018, the local government invested in improving walking trails and camping areas to enhance the visitor experience. The unique sand quality and beautiful scenery of the beach attract many tourists and locals to swim and sightsee.Whitsundays · 26.5 km from Shute Harbour
Hill Inlet

Hill Inlet

3.9
4.5/5
12 reviews
The Whitsunday Islands are located in the center of the Great Barrier Reef. The Whitsunday Islands are the larger islands in the Whitsunday Islands. Hill Bay on the island and the famous scenic spot Whitehaven Beach in the south are far away. Participate in a local tour group. If Tongue Point and Hill Bay are included in the itinerary, you can  take a mountain road to reach the viewing platform of Hill Bay, this viewing platform It can be said that it is a good place to enjoy White Paradise Beach from the land. The white sand beach at the mouth of the river is combined with the blue water, like a sand painting, and the scenery is more beautiful when the tide is low.Whitsundays · 24.3 km from Shute Harbour
One Tree Hill

One Tree Hill

3.1
5.0/5
17 reviews
Standing on One Tree Hill on Hamilton Island, you can enjoy the best views of the Whitsundays. Looking east is Catseye Bay to Whitsundays. From the west, you can see Dent Island (Dent Island), Henning & Plum Pudding Island (Henning & PlumPudding Island) to the Holy Spirit Waterway, and Long & South Molle Island (Long & South Molle Island), until the land of Australia. This place is a great place to watch the sunset, when you arrive at the island, you can come here to see it, the sun goes down, drink a cocktail, and enjoy the view and sunset in the lonely woods.Hamilton Island · 18.4 km from Shute Harbour
Daydream Island

Daydream Island

2.3
4.0/5
16 reviews
Dream Island is a small island in the Whitsunday Islands. On Dream Island, you can snorkel or dive to the surrounding reefs. If you don't like diving, besides swimming, you can participate in various water sports, or play mini golf, and you can enjoy the sea breeze. Watch a long-lost outdoor movie. The island's well-known and award-winning Rejuvenation SPA is well worth trying.Whitsundays · 5 km from Shute Harbour
Catseye Beach

Catseye Beach

3.1
4.3/5
27 reviews
Cat's Eye Beach is a good place for tourists to relax and have fun. Walking on the beach or jumping into the sea for snorkeling is a good choice. When the sun sets, and when the tide ebbs, you can walk directly down to see the vivid corals in the sea. . All guests staying at the hotel on the island can use the free non-electric equipment on the beach, such as boating, snorkeling, windsurfing and so on.Hamilton Island · 19 km from Shute Harbour
Long Island

Long Island

2
5.0/5
1 reviews
The Whitsunday Islands are located in the center of the Great Barrier Reef. Long Island is one of the Whitsunday Islands, about 500 meters from the land to the west. Long Island is 9 kilometers long from north to south, and 1.5 kilometers wide from east to west. In addition to beautiful sandy beaches, the island also has a trail of about 13 kilometers long. There are coral reefs in the sea extending from several bays, which are suitable for snorkeling. The island's resorts, hotels provide accommodation, and there are campsites in Sandy Bay.Whitsundays · 10.8 km from Shute Harbour
Whitsunday Island

Whitsunday Island

2.5
4.5/5
9 reviews
Whitsunday is the larger island in the Whitsundays, and Whitehaven Beach is a well-known attraction on the island. The beach is as soft as mud when you step on it. If you take a helicopter and look down from the sky, the white sand beach extends from the sea along the river to the inland of the island with gentle mountains, like a beautiful sand painting. The northern end of Whitehaven Beach is Hill Inlet. The observation deck on the hill has an ideal view of Whitehaven Beach from land; the southern end of the beach is ideal for snorkeling. There are campsites at Dugong, Nari's and Joe's beaches in the west of Whitsundays, Chance Bay in the south, the southern tip of Whitehaven Beach and Peter's Bay in the north.Whitsundays · 20.5 km from Shute Harbour
Shute Harbour

Shute Harbour

1.7
5.0/5
3 reviews
Saudi Seaport is the main transit port to the Whitsundays, from here you can enjoy the charm of the large and small islands in the nearby waters. The public fishing pier is a great place to fish, and if you're lucky, you can catch the famous Whitsunday tropical fish or squid.Shute Harbour · 725m from downtown

Experiences you can't miss in Shute Harbour

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Sealink Whitsundays Whitehaven Beach + Hill Inlet 1-day tour (including transfer from Airlie Beach)
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Airlie Beach: Glass-Bottom Boat Tour
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Airlie Beach: Bottoms Up Sunset Cruise with Drink
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Airlie Beach: Glass-Bottom Boat Night Tour
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Whitsundays Whitehaven Beach free time half-day tour departing from Airlie Beach/Hamilton Island
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OceanRafting Whitsunday Islands Heart Reef sightseeing/South route/North route 1-day tour
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Duration: 8.7 hrs
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Cruise Whitsundays 1-day tour to Whitehaven Beach + Hill Inlet
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Featured Outdoor experiences in Shute Harbour

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Whitsunday Islands 1 hr scenic flight [See Heart Reef at Great Barrier Reef/Whitehaven Beach/Hill Inlet]
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60-minute scenic flight over Heart Reef and the Whitsunday Islands with Ocean Rafting
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1-day/half-day tour to the Whitsunday Islands Airlie Beach Whitehaven Beach [optional cruise/sailing boat/speedboat]
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Duration: 6 hrs
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Scenic flight to the Whitsundays to see Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet (departing from Hamilton Island)
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Whitsundays sunset sailing boat: multiple boat types | includes refreshments | Airlie/Hamilton round-trip
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Featured Water activities in Shute Harbour

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Lazy Cat Travel Airlie Beach Lightning Cat Whitehaven Beach Snorkeling English 1-day Tour with Lunch Hill Inlet
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Whitsunday Islands speedboating: Whitehaven Beach tour/Hill Inlet lookout + includes lunch/snorkeling
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1-day tour to Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsundays - Optional speedboating on north/south routes + scenic flight to see Heart Reef
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Whitsundays Whitehaven Beach optional speedboat/sailing boat [optional 1-day tour or sunset sailing boat]
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1-day tour to the Whitsunday Islands Hardy Reef cruise [optional round-trip from Airlie Beach/Hamilton]
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What travelers say about Shute Harbour

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coo***anJune 22, 2022
5.0
[Scenery] Sea Fever Sportfishing Whitsundays has a great sea view, and this Whitsunday Island is even better, with mountain views, one sea and one mountain, which is the most distinctive and popular attraction here [Fun] Don't miss the high-rise view

Whitsunday Islands

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BbybellsMay 31, 2023
5.0
the lagoon is very pretty and huge to swim in - the centre of Airlie beach is a beautiful walk

Airlie Beach Lagoon

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多多November 16, 2020
4.0
Beautiful beach, well worth a visit. Cruise Whitsundays took us to the beach by boat. They let us play on the beach for a few hours. There was limited shade so they provided tents for the kids but I recommend you bring your own tent or umbrella. The water was clear and warm. There is no snorkeling here as the sea bottom is just sand. Walk about 750 meters up to a lookout where you can see both sides of the island, it is well worth a visit, not too steep and there are paths all the way up. There are long floor-standing toilets on the beach. However, there are no facilities on the beach so bring your own water, sunscreen and any food you want. Cruise Whitsundays provided us with water, sun protection clothing (which we didn't need in September), balls, volleyball, cricket, sunscreen and tents. A must if you are in the area.

Whitehaven Beach

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yangduoduo17November 16, 2020
4.0
Hill Bay is located in the north of Whitehaven Beach. The most amazing thing about Hill Bay is that when the tide changes, the sea water and the fine sand mix together. It is the most amazing viewing point to see it from a distance (Tongue Point Observation Deck) or from a high altitude (helicopter or small plane)! Take a catamaran from the pier, and when you arrive near Hill Bay, you will transfer to a ferry. After getting off the boat, walk up the mountain for about 15 minutes to reach the observation deck. After staying at the observation deck for 15 minutes, go to the shallows at the foot of the mountain to snorkel. There are many manta rays here!!! Occasionally, you can see a few small lemon sharks. Small sharks don’t eat people!!! It’s just that they swim faster and it’s not easy to take pictures.

Hill Inlet

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WillSumFebruary 21, 2020
5.0
It can be regarded as the highest point on Hamilton Island. In addition to the beach, the mountain climbing activities here are also part of the natural leisure tourism of the entire island. Standing on the high ground overlooking the island's beach and blue water, the effect is very good

One Tree Hill

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孔垂信001November 5, 2019
4.0
There are many plants and some stones on this island, some of which have very strange shapes. You can pick up some stones here and bring them back to China as souvenirs. There are also several clean swimming pools here where you can take a bath and swim.

Daydream Island

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JQKABBQFebruary 21, 2022
5.0
Most of the hotels on the island are similar in condition. Reef View is conveniently located opposite Cat's Eye Beach. Parrots often come to you on the balcony of the hotel to ask for food, so cute. Opposite is Cat's Eye Beach, and there are lounge chairs on the beach. There is an activity center ahead of the beach. There is also a restaurant. "I basically have breakfast there. There are 2 swimming pools next to the restaurant, and you can find them by the pool. When I went there, the islands had not been unblocked yet, so there were few people on the island. So I feel that this beach is no different from a private beach, super cool! You can book various water activities at the activity center, Kayak and standing boat. As long as you provide the hotel room number, they are all free. -About travel. There are no private cars on the island. It is recommended to rent a buggy for a day. This way you can go around the island and see the scenery. There is also a bus around the island, which is free. About food and drink. There is an IGA supermarket and BWS on the island. So you can also come to the supermarket to buy things and cook them yourself~

Catseye Beach

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M515shunyi1618September 8, 2021
5.0
Walking on the beach of Long Island as the sun sets and admiring the afterglow of the sunset is very artistic.

Long Island

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Matthew OstertagNovember 2, 2022
5.0
great place to relax! we with my wife and had an amazing time

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Frequently asked questions

You can give Half-day experience at Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsundays [2 hours of free time with morning or afternoon tea] and Whitsundays Whitehaven Beach 1-day tour | Hill Inlet + beach BBQ | Departs from two docks a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Sealink Whitsundays Whitehaven Beach + Hill Inlet 1-day tour (including transfer from Airlie Beach), Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour in Australia [Professional Diving Boat/Departing from Two Ports/Includes Equipment + Meals], and Airlie Beach: Glass-Bottom Boat Tour. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of October 20, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Shute Harbour is around PHP 4,111.22 – PHP 16,125.73. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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