Helicopter flight over reef, qualia, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland © qualia

The Whitsundays Activities and Programs

The Whitsundays is made up of 74 islands located in the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef.

Home to some of Australia’s best beaches, The Whitsundays offers land, air and water experiences that are sure to create an unforgettable experience.

Island experiences

Hamilton Island Golf Course, Dent Island, Whitsundays, Queensland © Tourism Australia

Reefsuite Pontoon, Whitsundays, Queensland © Journey Beyond

Whitsundays tip

Cruise Whitsundays has Australia’s first underwater ocean accommodation, adding two ReefSuites to their pontoon which already offers the chance to sleep under the stars on the Great Barrier Reef.

Sail to Whitehaven Beach

Enjoy an exhilarating sailing trip aboard 20 metre (66 foot) catamaran S.V. On The Edge, before anchoring at the famous Whitehaven Beach for a picnic lunch.

Play island survivor

Hamilton Island’s Survivor Challenge will have your team competing in a range of physical activities with the ocean as your backdrop.

Give back to the Reef

Make a meaningful impact on Hayman Island through a coral rejuvenation class on Blue Pearl Bay, as part of InterContinental Hayman Island Resort’s Insider Collection of experiences and initiatives. The resort’s marine biologist will educate teams on local reef life and sustainability practices they can take home with them.

Sunrise yoga

Kick-start your day with a sunrise yoga session for up to 40 people on Dent Island, followed by a healthy breakfast at the Hamilton Island Golf Club.

See the Reef from above and below

Take a scenic helicopter tour over Heart Reef with Hamilton Island Air. Land at the new Heart Reef Pontoon and unwind with canapés or snorkel the surrounding lagoon reef.