Hamilton Island (Queensland)
Relaxing Snorkeling, diving
Hamilton Island : travel and visit
In the middle of the Great Barrier Reef
Located in the Whitsundays, on the east coast of Australia, East of Mackay, Hamilton Island is certainly the place to go to enjoy an unforgettable experience on the reef.
Indeed the island, accessible directly by plane from the main Australian cities, is located in the center of the Great Barrier Reef. If you ever wanted to see wild turtles at 10 metres from the beach, this is the place to go!
The island has been developed so you can enjoy the most of your holidays even if you stay for a couple of days.
Cars for visitors are prohibited on the island. You will drive a funny golf cart. Fun experience guaranteed. You can hire them by the hour, the day or a week. However, public transports are free on Hamilton Island. Buses are operating every 15 minutes from lots of locations. If you feel like walking: ‘no worries', the island is only 11kms long.
What is so good about Hamilton Island? The water is around 25 degrees ideal to fight winter.
Where to go near on the Hamilton Island?
What to do on Hamilton Island?
- Visit the Great Barrier Reef and the heart reef: take a boat from Hamilton island to go to the Great Barrier Reef. Many activities available on the reef such a scuba diving, snorkeling and helicopter tours.
- Day dream Island: this is the destination if you want to have the best Spa and Massage experiences. Accessible by boat from Hamilton Island, Day Dream island holds hotels, restaurants and all facilities for your comfort.
- Whitehaven beach: this is one of the nicest white sand beach in the world. Spend a day or an afternoon on this wonderful beach. Boat trips are available everyday.
- Jet Ski: enjoy a ride on a very powerful jetski and discover the whitsundays like never before.
- Quad bikes: take a tour on the island with the best possible machine to go around the island.
What to do on Hamilton Island?
Indulge yourself
- Sea Kayaking: start your day on a sea kayak and spot wild turtles and birds while paddling. Several yours are available.
- Helicopter ride: fly over the Great Barrier Reef, whitehaven beach and the whitsundays.
- Spa / Massage: many different types of massages and Spa treatment are available. Enjoy being pampered and get the relaxation time you deserve.
- Tennis courts: they are available near the reef view hotel as well as basketball playgrounds. A great opportunity to spend time with your family or your partner.
- Painting courses: what about learning to paint in one of the most beautiful island in the world? Hamilton Island offers painting courses, don't miss out.
- Golf: even on Hamilton Island you will find a golf course and a great one! A good way to spend a good time with your mates.
What you have to try on Hamilton Island
Sea Kayaking from the beach
The best way to spot wild turtles is with a canoe. All year long, turtles are nesting near Hamilton Island. With a bit of patience, you can easily spot some. What an experience to be 50 cm from a wild turtle. You will also be able to spot sea eagles and other amazing fish. You have to try it! This activity is sometimes included in a package with your hotel booking.
Where to stay on the on Hamilton Island?
Reef View Hotel
There are many places where you can stay on Hamilton Island from luxury apartments to bungalows. If you wish to enjoy a great view, we really suggest to go the reef view Hotel. The quality of the accommodation and their great restaurant will make your holiday break to look like paradise.