When to visit the Whitsundays
What’s great about The Whitsundays is that the tropical climate means hot summers, warm winters and bright spring and autumn days - so really you can go anytime!
The ocean temperatures remain around 25°C almost year-round.
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How to get to the Whitsundays
The Whitsundays is located along Queensland’s central coast, approximately 1,120km north of Brisbane.
Although it sounds like a far way away, getting to The Whitsundays is a piece of cake, with a wide variety of options available.
Air
You have the option of flying in - The Whitsundays has two airports with flights available from Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, Rockhampton and Sydney.
There’s the Whitsunday Coast Airport, Proserpine and Great Barrier Reef Airport, Hamilton Island. If you're set on Airlie beach we recommend the Proserpine airport as it’s a quick 20-minute drive into town and there are coach services, such as Whitsunday Transit which will drop you off at the door of your accommodation!
Road
The perks of an interstate holiday include a good old-fashioned road trip! The Bruce Highway links Queensland's coastal cities and towns and runs right through Prosperine. Airlie beach is an extra 20-minute drive off the highway.
Either drive it yourself or jump on one of the many coaches that operate a regularly scheduled service into Airlie Beach.
Rail
The Spirit of Queensland links Prosperine to all the major destinations from Cairns, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.
Where To Stay in The Whitsundays
It’s no secret that we love Airlie Beach. It’s the perfect coastal town to settle into for your stay, with amazing restaurants, shops and entertainment.
With so many options on your doorstep, an airconditioned apartment is the perfect place to stay during your trip. Waterview Airlie Beach is located within walking distance of the main street and offers beautiful ocean views.
What to do in the Whitsundays
Whitehaven Beach
No matter where you are staying, this is the one bucket list item you need to get done! The world-famous Whitehaven beach is nature at its best, offering over 7km of pristine sand and crystal clear water.
With stunning walking trails and one of the best beaches in the world, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet are a perfect day trip.
There's a range of day trips that take visitors to the beach, but we recommend an ocean rafting tour which also offers some chance of a lifetime snorkelling opportunities!
Airlie Beach Festival of Music
The Airlie Beach Festival of Music is the perfect time to visit Airlie Beach. Spend your days exploring the beautiful Whitsundays and listen to an awesome lineup of music in the evening.
Not only is it one of the most picturesque festival locations in the world, but the coinciding Passport to Airlie national talent search means the main street, bars and restaurants are full of incredible local Aussie acts.
Scenic Flights
Yes, walking on Whitehaven beach is incredible, but the view from above? Out of this world. If given the opportunity we would recommend taking a flight to see the stunning Whitsundays from above, Ocean Rafting offers amazing flights that give a completely new perspective on the region's beauty.
Airlie Beach Foreshore Markets
If you're lucky enough to be in Airlie on a Saturday, take a morning stroll through the markets, we promise you won’t regret it. With amazing local designers and an awesome backdrop, it’s the perfect place to walk off breakfast!
Airlie Beach Lagoon
Whether you’re on a romantic getaway, on a girl's trip or bringing the kids, Airlie Beach Lagoon is the perfect place to cool off after a fun day out. The man-made lagoon is right on the water, offering a picturesque place to take a dip and BBQ!