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Whitsundays Vacation: Coronavirus Information
Consider protecting your Whitsundays trip with our holiday waiver. Travellers who book a Whitsundays package are eligible to purchase our holiday waiver, which gives travellers ultimate flexibility and covers all change or cancel penalties, one time, for any reason.
Most Whitsundays hotels offer free cancellation. Consider booking refundable hotels rather than non-refundable ones. Just look for the ‘free cancellation’ message during your hotel search. Prices can vary, but right now we believe that flexibility matters.
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Whitsunday Coast Holiday
The Whitsunday coast is best known for the Great Barrier Reef and beautiful tropical islands covered in coastal forest. Snorkel the crystal-clear waters of the Coral Sea and get close to colorful marine life that shelters, feeds and breeds in the reef. Hike through rainforest, set sail for unforgettable sunsets and enjoy luxury oceanfront accommodation. Inland, enjoy country hospitality and lake fishing.
Airlie Beach is the bustling hub for Great Barrier Reef adventures, day tours of the Whitsunday Islands, sailing and water sports. The town next to the Coral Sea is surrounded by the green hills of Conway National Park. Enjoy the fresh tastes of the sea in restaurants overlooking the water. Walk along the coast to Abell Point Marina for boutique shopping and a boat tour to explore the beauty of the Whitsundays.
See the Great Barrier Reef from the air on a helicopter ride from Hardy’s Reefworld Pontoon. View huge barracudas, turtles and reef fish through the pontoon’s underwater viewing chambers. Rent a snorkel or visit the dive station and take a guided tour of colorful corals just off the pontoon. Finish your day with a massage.
On Daydream Island discover an artificial reef of 83 different corals, particularly spectacular when illuminated at night. Hand feed the stingrays and sicklefin lemon shark and spot 140 species of fish darting among the corals.
Experience the biodiversity of Brampton Islands National Park. Bushwalk through eucalyptus forest on Carlisle Island and dry rainforest and hoop pines on Brampton Island. In summer you may spot a turtle nesting on the beaches here around dusk and dawn.
On your way from Airlie Beach to Proserpine, stop off for a bushwalk through towering strangler figs and a swim at Cedar Creek Falls. Go barramundi fishing in Proserpine’s Peter Faust Dam or tour the Proserpine River to see wild crocodiles. Proserpine’s local airport is the entrance to the Whitsunday Coast for visitors flying in from other Australian cities.
Q: Should I book a car while on holiday in Whitsundays?
A: It all depends on what you want to do. If you're planning to stay in the centre of Bowen for the entire time you're away, you may like to make the most of the city's public transportation system. Journey around town without worrying about expensive parking fees or getting lost. If your number one priority is to discover regional Whitsunday Region, booking a car is definitely the way to go. For a comfy ride, check out our guide to Cheap Car Hire in Whitsundays.
Q: What are the most popular types of hotels for a holiday to Whitsundays?
A: Many visitors spend their getaways in apartments. Some appreciate the amenities and services of private holiday homes or motels, while others prefer hotels. Whatever you're chasing, this place has a hotel that's right for you.
Q: What does a holiday booking with Expedia include?
A: You can choose to plan out every detail of your upcoming holiday or let Expedia help you out with a fantastic holiday package. Flights, hotels and cars — we've got them covered. All you have to do is decide the kind of adventures you'd like to try out.
Q: What is the best way to save money on my holiday to Whitsundays?
A: You'll score some seriously fantastic prices if you bundle your Hotels and Flights. It's a breeze (and easy on the wallet) to create your ideal itinerary with a little help from Expedia. So what are you waiting for? It's time to turn those travel fantasies into reality and see more of this remarkable planet for less.
Q: What are the best things to do in Whitsundays?
A: An outing to Port of Abbot Point is a major highlight of any Bowen holiday. Horseshoe Bay Beach and Dingo Beach cap off the perfect day out in this appealing city.
Whitsundays Flight Deals
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Top Whitsundays Hotel & Accommodation Deals
Reef View Hotel
12 Resort Drive, Hamilton Island, QLDGreat location. Close to marina, shops & restaurants.
Whitsunday Apartments
14 Resort Drive, Hamilton Island, QLDWe had a sea view room and this was excellent, we enjoyed sitting on the couch with our coffee and watching the ferries go past. We liked having our own kitchen facilities, though the stove top, toaster and kettle were looking pretty dated. Wonderful staff that were always helpful.
Per night/room
4 Apr. - 5 Apr.
Airlie Beach Hotel
Corner The Esplanade and Coconut Grove, Airlie Beach, QLDStaff were very helpful. Shower could have been better, floor got soaked no matter what you did
Per night/room
3 May - 4 May
Coral Sea Marina Resort
25 Oceanview Avenue, Airlie Beach, QLDThis property is extremely well located with a 10 minutes walk to main street of Airlie Beach and the facilities are very well maintained.
Per night/room
4 Apr. - 5 Apr.
at Marina Shores
159 Shingley Drive, Airlie Beach, QLDMagnificent view of the ocean from apartment 349. Undercover balcony in addition to a rooftop balcony allowing star gazing and 150° views
Per night/room
4 Apr. - 5 Apr.
Mantra Club Croc
240 Shute Harbour Road, Cannonvale, QLDEverything was amazing, the staff, the room, the pool and the buffet in the morning was wanderful!!
Palm Bungalows
3 Resort Drive, Hamilton Island, QLDOur bungalow was centrally located to the pool, beach, resort facilities and walking distance from the town centre.
Club Wyndham Airlie Beach
Mount Whitsunday Drive, Airlie Beach, QLDNice property. Walking distance to the main strip but the walk is long with very steep hills. Loved the pool. The breakfast included was fairly limited and was the same every day. Room and view were very nice.
Top Activities in Whitsundays
#1Whitehaven Day Sail & Snorkelling in the Whitsundays
Meet your skipper under the white umbrellas at the roundabout at Abell Point Marina North and prepare to board a magnificent tallship, where you have the opp...
#2Whitsunday Islands Jet Ski Tour - Two Island Safari
OPEN WATER JETSKIING - CRUISE DAYDREAM AND SOUTH MOLLE ISLANDS - 2 HOURS JETSKIING A great tour for the more adventurous traveller who wants to maximise thei...
#33-Day Sailing & Snorkelling Adventure on an 82-Foot Racing Yacht
Discover a trove of natural treasures during a 3-day sailing adventure on board Spank Me, an 82-foot racing yacht. Cruise around the Whitsunday Islands and g...
#4Tall Ship Sunset Cruise
Slip into the sunset in style on a classic schooner, a 62-ft tall ship as she sails across Pioneer Bay. Enjoy a glass of bubbly and nibbles (bread/cheese/dip...
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