Staying on the main land at Airlie Beach, but looking for things to do in the Whitsundays? A day spent on Hamilton Island is a must do. With Fantasea offering regular transfers to Hamilton Island, it is easily accessible.
Upon arriving at the terminal in Front Street, you will see the range of shops, cafes etc to tempt you. The deli is a great place to stop for a coffee and cake before exploring. The Marina Village boutiques carry a range of designer labels and specialise in surfing and sailing brands. It is here that you will also find an art gallery, chemist, bakery, gift shop, bottle shop, tavern, the newly completed Yacht Club and numerous restaurants. Sit back and take in the Marina happenings, choose a tour to explore the Great Barrier Reef!
Put on your walking shoes and head to Catseye beach. Catseye beach is a great spot to pull up a lounge and sit under a palm tree taking in the vista and enjoying the warmth of North Queensland. Hire a board or catermarans, swim out to sea on a paddleboard or windsurf. Explore Catseye Beach at low tide, hire a set of flippers and a mask and snorkel, see a range of fish, clams and soft corals right off the low tide mark.
Enjoy walking? Take a hike to Passage Peak and see a side to Hamilton Island and the Whitsundays that most don’t. It takes about 45 minutes and can be hard going in places, but once you reach the summit you will be rewarded with stunning views of Hamilton and the surrounding islands. On a clear day, you may even be lucky enough to spot a whale!
Anyone for golf? The Hamilton Island golf club on Dent Island has now been completed and is ranked in the top 50 golf courses in Australia. If you are not a golfer, take the transfer to the island and enjoy a fantastic lunch at the golf course and enjoy the stunning views it has to offer. A tour of the island and the course is offered and gives you an insight into the island and the development of this fantastic golf course. A great way to spend a few hours.
After a morning of relaxing or exploring, grab a bite to eat, choose from the tavern, deli or numerous restaurants or takeaway places on Hamilton. There is something for everyone. Sit back with a cool drink and enjoy the ambience and tranquility of Hamilton.
Jump on one of the free shuttle buses that service the island. Stop at the Island`s church where so many get married each year…. a stunning setting for a special day. Sunset Hill is a great spot to watch the sunset with a cocktail in you hand. Take a sunset cruise or a sea kayak. Watch the sun set behind the Whitsunday Islands, ending another perfect day in North Queensland before heading back to the mainland.
Your Airlie Beach hotel, Pinnacles Resort and Spa is a great place to return after a full on day exploring Hamilton Island. Enjoy 5 Star fully self contained accommodation in Airlie Beach, the gateway to the beautiful Whitsundays.