Wit sundays manual

International Product Manual
2013/2014

CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION............................................................................................................................................................3
Where are we?.................................................................................................................................................................................3
How to get here...............................................................................................................................................................................3
Getting around the Whitsundays........................................................................................................................................4
13/14 Calendar of Events ..........................................................................................................................................................4
Cruise Whitsundays – Resort Transfers........................................................................................................................5
ISLAND ACCOMMODATION.....................................................................................................................................................6
Daydream Island Resort and Spa ......................................................................................................................................6
Hamilton Island...............................................................................................................................................................................6
Hayman................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Long Island Resort........................................................................................................................................................................7
COASTAL ACCOMMODATION................................................................................................................................................8
The Whitsunday Coast...............................................................................................................................................................8
Airlie Beach........................................................................................................................................................................................8
Bowen....................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Cannonvale........................................................................................................................................................................................8
Hydeaway Bay and Dingo Beach.......................................................................................................................................8
Proserpine ..........................................................................................................................................................................................9
Seclusion.............................................................................................................................................................................................9
Backpackers.....................................................................................................................................................................................9
B&Bs .......................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Indulging..............................................................................................................................................................................................9
Hotels........................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Airlie Beach Hotel........................................................................................................................................................................10
Coral Sea Resort...........................................................................................................................................................................10
Self-Contained Apartments ........................................................................................................................................................11
Peninsula Apartments Airlie Beach..................................................................................................................................11
TOURS & ATTRACTIONS............................................................................................................................................................. 12
Diving the Great Barrier Reef............................................................................................................................................... 12
Whitehaven Beach...................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Explore Whitsundays.................................................................................................................................................................13
Queensland Yacht Charters .................................................................................................................................................14
Cruise Whitsundays – Great Barrier Reef Adventures.......................................................................................14
Cruise Whitsundays – Camira............................................................................................................................................ 15
Air Whitsundays – Panorama Tour................................................................................................................................. 15
Air Whitsundays – Reef & Whitehaven Scenic.......................................................................................................16

GENERAL INFORMATION
Where are we?
Location
The Whitsundays is centrally located on the Queensland coast, in the heart of Australia’s Great Barrier
Reef. A geographical area comprising only 100 magic miles (220km), the Whitsundays stretches from the
golf greens of Laguna Whitsundays in the south, northeast to Conway National Park and the coastal town
of Airlie Beach as well as north to beautiful Bowen. To the east are the 74 Islands of the Whitsundays and
The Great Barrier Reef. Its sheltered turquoise waters, pristine beaches, lush forests and breathtaking
beauty make the Whitsundays the perfect location to scuba dive, relax, hike, sail or snorkel.
Whitsundays Weather
Situated on the same latitude as Rio de Janeiro and Tahiti, the Whitsundays enjoys a tropical climate, with
daily temperatures varying little from month to month. The days are warm year-round and evenings are
sultry in summer but cooler in winter, requiring only a light jacket or sweater.
How to get here
Air: The Whitsundays has two main airports, Great Barrier Reef Airport, Hamilton Island (HTI) and
Whitsunday Coast Airport, Proserpine (PPP).
Great Barrier Reef Airport, Hamilton Island (HTI)
Located on Hamilton Island, the airport HTI is serviced by Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Link with
direct flights from Cairns, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and connection points beyond.
Info: www.virginaustralia.com.au
www.jetstar.com.au
www.qantas.com.au
Ferries operate from Hamilton Island to Shute Harbour and Abell Point Marina on the Whitsundays coast
and include connecting island transfers.
Info: www.cruisewhitsundays.com
Whitsunday Coast Airport, Proserpine (PPP)
Whitsunday Coast Airport is located in Proserpine, approximately 30 minutes by car from the
Whitsundays. The airport is serviced by Virgin Australia and Jetstar offering daily flights from Brisbane and
connection points beyond.
Info: www.virginaustralia.com.au
www.jetstar.com.au
Island Flights
Transfers are available from the Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP), Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) and
Mackay Airport (MKY) to all Whitsundays Islands and coastal resorts. Convenient connecting services are
available by aeroplane, helicopter and seaplane to / from the Islands and the Whitsundays coast.
Approximate Direct Flight Times: Cairns to Hamilton Island 1 hr 25 mins (Qantas Link)
Brisbane to Whitsundays 1 hr 35 mins (Virgin Australia & Jetstar)
Sydney to Hamilton Island 2 hrs 20 mins (Virgin Australia &
Jetstar)
Melbourne to Hamilton Island 3 hrs (Jetstar)
Road: Coach companies Greyhound Australia, Premier and Oz Experience service the Whitsundays with

over 10 services daily into the coastal community of Airlie Beach. The Bruce Highway is the main route
connecting Brisbane and Cairns running through the heart of the Whitsundays region.
Getting around the Whitsundays
Once in the Whitsundays, a variety of travel and transfer options are available around the Whitsundays
and to / from the Islands by land, sea and air. A comprehensive list of transfer options accompanies each
resort listing. Following is a basic guide to services available. For further information, contact:
Air Whitsunday (Seaplanes)
T +61 7 4946 9111
E reservations@airwhitsunday.com.au
F +61 7 4946 9100
W www.airwhitsunday.com.au
Hamilton Island Air
T +61 7 4948 9207
E res@whitsundayairservices.com.au
F +61 7 4946 8139
W www.hamiltonislandair.com.au
Airlie Beach Limousines
T +61 7 4948 3085
E limos@whitsunday.net.au
F +61 7 4948 3085
Shute Harbour Secured Parking and Storage
E secure@shuteparking.com.au
T +61 7 4946 9666
W www.shuteparking.com.au
F +61 7 4946 9909
Car Hire - Avis, Hertz and Europcar have car hire
outlets in Airlie Beach. Local rentals companies are
Fun Rentals and We Do Scooters.
Whitsundays 2 Everywhere
T +61 7 4946 4940
E whitsundaystransfer@bigpond.com
W www.whitsundaytransfers.com
Cruise Whitsundays (Ferries)
T +61 7 4946 4662
E info@cruisewhitsundays.com
F +61 7 4946 4382
W www.cruisewhitsundays.com
Whitsunday Taxis
T +61 7 4944 4930
E whitaxi@wilpat.com.au
F +61 7 4946 4677
GSL Aviation
T +61 7 4946 9097
E info@gslaviation.com.au
W www.gslaviation.com.au
Whitsunday Transit
T +61 7 4946 1800
E info@whitsundaytransit.com.au
F +61 7 4946 1344
W www.whitsundaytransit.com.au
13/14 Calendar of Events
The Whitsundays is home to some big events and festivals. The fun and excitement of Airlie Beach and
Hamilton Island Race Weeks are a major drawcard, not just for sailors, each August. There's always
something exciting on every month throughout the year. Browse our Events Calendar here:
www.whitsundaysevents.com.au

Cruise Whitsundays – Resort Transfers
Product description
Cruise Whitsundays operates an efficient and streamlined transfer service connecting the airports with
island and mainland resorts. “Resort Connections” connects Hamilton Island Airport to Daydream Island
Resort & Spa, Long Island Resort and Airlie Beach. They also operate a convenient connecting service from
Whitsunday Coast Airport (Proserpine) through to the islands.
Hamilton Island
Operating directly from the airport pontoon, just 100 metres from the arrivals hall, a vessel will meet each
flight. Once the vessel has all guests it will depart and cruise to Daydream (30 minutes) on to Long Island
(40 minutes), then to Airlie Beach (60 minutes). Times vary according to the route/departure time.
Departing guests similarly arrive directly at the airport on a vessel timed to suit flight departures.
Whitsunday Coast Airport
A dedicated meet and greet coach service at the airport will transfer passengers to Abelll Point Marina,
Airlie Beach (30 minutes) or Shute Harbour where ferries depart for the island resorts. Guests flying out
similarly are met from the ferry at Abelll Point Marina, Airlie Beach or Shute Harbour by a dedicated coach
and transferred to the airport. Services are timed to suit flight departures. The coach sector is provided by
“Whitsunday Shuttle Service”.
Which Resorts
Cruise Whitsundays service operates between Whitsunday Coast Airport via Abelll Point Marina –
Daydream Island Resort and Spa – Long Island – Hamilton Island Airport.
The Vessels
“Barracuda”, “Orca” and “Swordfish” were purpose designed and built for this service. They are 19 metre
catamarans, carry 123 passengers (70 inside / 53 on the upper viewing deck) and cruise at 24 knots.
Creature comforts include air conditioning, large plasma screens to provide information on the area, and
a bar serving a full range of drinks and snacks.
Timetables – How does it work?
The vessel departure / arrival times are timed to give the best possible connection with all flights. The
“Resort Connections” schedules will change every six months in line with the airline schedule changes. Just
tell them which flight your clients are arriving / departing on and they’ll provide the transfer times. Please
check the website for the current timetable at www.cruisewhitsundays.com or contact them on
info@cruisewhitsundays.com. If flights are delayed they will do everything possible to reschedule
arrangements to meet arriving guests.
Reservations details
You can book with your favourite wholesaler, through the resorts when you book your clients
accommodation, or directly with Cruise Whitsundays.
To book:
P +61 7 4946 4662
F +61 7 4946 7322
(seven days, 6am to 8pm)
E reservations@cruisewhitsndays.com.

ISLAND ACCOMMODATION
Daydream Island Resort and Spa
Daydream Island Resort and Spa encompasses the entire island, offering 296 rooms (including 9 suites).
Unique to the resort is a man-made outdoor aquarium, a stunning
network of reef lagoons containing over 40 marine fish species
and 50 coral varieties. Recreational activities also include water
sports, mini golf, movies at the open-air scenic cinema or
swimming in one of the island’s tropical swimming pools. The
resort’s award-winning Rejuvenation Spa offers a range of health
and beauty treatments overlooking the Coral Sea and Whitsunday
Islands, and the Endeavour Wedding Chapel overlooks Lovers
Cove.
PRODUCT DETAILS RESERVATIONS DETAILS SALES & MARKETING DETAILS
Daydream Island
Resort and Spa
PMB 22, via Mackay
QLD 4740, Australia
T +61 7 4948 8488
F +61 7 4948 8499
E info@daydreamisland.com
W www.daydreamisland.com
T +61 7 3259 2350
F +61 7 3259 2399
E reservations@daydream.com
6/7 Hudson Rd
Albion QLD Australia
T +61 7 3259 2359
F +61 7 3259 2399
Jessica Ireland
Leisure Sales Manager
M +61 448 016 783
E
jessica_ireland@daydreamisland.com
Hamilton Island
Hamilton Island is situated in the middle of Queensland’s Whitsunday
Islands and at the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Here you’ll
experience everything that is great about Australia – beautiful natural
surrounds, calm waters, warm weather, fascinating coral reefs and
diverse flora and fauna.
Hamilton Island is the perfect getaway to explore the unique tropical
environment of the Whitsundays. You’ll be spoiled for choice with
enough activities on Hamilton Island to keep you entertained for weeks on end, including snorkelling the
reef, sea kayaking and scenic helicopter flights. Or perhaps you’d prefer to do nothing at all and simply lay
around one of six pools or on stunning Catseye Beach.
You’ll also find a wide range of accommodation on Hamilton Island, from free-standing bungalows to the
amazing views of the Reef View Hotel or the absolute luxury of qualia. If self-catering is more your style,
choose one of the privately-owned Holiday Homes.
When it comes to food and wine, Hamilton Island has almost as many dining options as you’d expect to
find on the mainland, from gourmet pizzas by the marina to a long lunch at Sails Restaurant. Or for
something more casual select from a range of takeaway outlets and bars.
Hamilton Island is accessible with direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Cairns and ferry
connections from Shute Harbour and Abelll Point Marina on the mainland.

Hamilton Island
The Whitsundays
QLD 4083, Australia
T +61 7 4946 9999
F +61 7 4946 8888
E guest@hamiltonisland.com.au
W www.hamiltonisland.com.au
Level 3, 100 Pacific Highway
St Leonards, NSW 2065 Australia
T +61 2 9433 0444
F +61 2 9433 0499
E trade@hamiltonisland.com.au
Level 3, 100 Pacific Highway
St Leonards, NSW 2065 Australia
T +61 2 9433 3333
F +61 2 9433 0488
E sales@hamiltonisland.com.au
One and Only Hayman Island
Hayman Island is the northernmost resort island in the Whitsundays and
boasts some of the best fringing reef snorkelling in the region. The
island’s landscape is generally sparse, although home to a small
population of the rare and endangered Proserpine Rock Wallaby. The
picturesque beaches range from sandy to coral and many of Hayman’s
protected bays are popular with boats for snorkelling and anchoring overnight.
Hayman, Great Barrier Reef
QLD 4801 Australia
T +61 7 4940 1234
F +61 7 4940 1567
E reservations@hayman.com.au
W www.hayman.com.au
T +61 7 4940 1838
F +61 7 4940 1858
E
reservations@hayman.com.au
Level 9, 117 Macquarie Street
NSW 2000, Australia
PO Box R1763 Royal Exchange
NSW 1225, Australia
T +61 2 8272 7007
F +61 2 8272 7008
Paul Andarakis
Associate Director of Sales
E Andarakis@hayman.com.au
Long Island Resort
Long Island is home to two resorts: Breakfree Long Island Resort, and
Paradise Bay Island Resort. Breakfree Long Island Resort is located on
Happy Bay, offering standard accommodation for the budget
conscious under swaying palms, overlooking the soft sandy beach.
Guests can enjoy two pools, extensive outdoor entertainment areas
and a range of watersports including snorkelling off the beach.
Arriving by helicopter is just the beginning of the indulgence at
Paradise Bay Island Resort. With no TV, phones, children or day
visitors to disrupt your holiday, relaxation is the number one priority. A friendly chef and hostess are on
hand to care for your every need, while your private skipper awaits to set sail and explore the surrounding
beaches and reefs. Paradise Bay offers an all-inclusive holiday for a maximum of 16 guests at any one time.
Breakfree Long Island Resort
Whitsunday Passage,
Whitsundays QLD 4802
Australia
T +61 7 4946 9400
F +61 7 4946 9555
W www.oceanhotels.com.au
T +61 7 4946 9400
F +61 7 4946 9555
E longisland@oceanhotels.com.au
W www.oceanhotels.com.au
Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence
Street Cairns, QLD 4870 Australia
T +61 7 4050 1310
F +61 7 4050 1330
Alex Blake
Director of Sales
E dosm@oceangroup.com.au

COASTAL ACCOMMODATION
The Whitsunday Coast
The Whitsunday Coast is a cosmopolitan and inviting peninsula that stretches from the central town of
Airlie Beach to stunning and secluded beaches along the coastline and inland to picturesque hinterland.
Airlie Beach provides the ideal mainland base for holiday fun and adventure in the Whitsundays, where
accommodation styles are as varied as the accents that can be heard in the main street.
Airlie Beach
Vibrant and alive, Airlie Beach is the beating heart of the Whitsundays. It is the epicentre of access to the
islands and the reef by day, and by night offers such an array of dining and nightlife that every night is a
Saturday night! Airlie Beach provides the ideal mainland base for holiday fun and adventure in the
Whitsundays, where accommodation styles are as varied as the accents that can be heard in the main
street. Backpacking hostels, luxury apartments, and villas set on the hillsides are the ideal base for
watching stunning sunsets over the islands and launching your holiday activities on the water. It’s a social
and lively place with fabulous restaurants, clubs and bars to party well into the night, and a beautiful
swimming lagoon set in parkland overlooking the islands to rejuvenate during the day. Just minutes from
town, discover quiet, undiscovered coves, beaches and rainforest, and a diversity of landscapes so
contrasting to the blues of the ocean.
Bowen
Bowen is another good Whitsunday Coast base for your Whitsundays holiday. Located 45 minutes north of
Airlie Beach, this sleepy seaside town boasts seven beautiful beaches that remain largely undiscovered by
tourists. There is also a good range of accommodation from backpackers to four star absolute beach front
apartments.
Cannonvale
Just three minutes to the west of the tourist hot spot of Airlie Beach you’ll find its quieter, less known, but
just as beautiful cousin Cannonvale. A perfect place to base the family, Cannonvale is conveniently located
close to all the sights and sounds the Whitsundays has to offer. Cannonvale’s beautiful sheltered beach is
perfect for splashing about with the kids away from the big crowds. There are children’s play areas, public
barbecues and picnic spots along the water and at the end of the beach you’ll find a curious molten rock
formation begging to be explored, with rock pools to be combed over at low tide. As the main residential
centre in the area, the town has good shopping facilities as well as cafes, banks and the area's main post
office. Launch your trailer boat at the boat ramp at the Volunteer Marine Rescue Club on Altmann Avenue.
From Cannonvale you can easily get to Abell Point Marina or Shute Harbour to jump on board a cruise to
the spellbinding Whitsunday island archipelago and Great Barrier Reef. Follow the boardwalk around the
waterfront from Cannonvale right into the heart of Airlie Beach for a leisurely afternoon stroll or to get a
bit of exercise.
Hydeaway Bay and Dingo Beach
Hydeaway Bay and its sister town Dingo Beach are situated at the northern end of the Whitsundays,
accessible by road from Airlie Beach. Quiet and secluded, these little hamlets are perfect for those seeking
some rest and relaxation on long, sandy beaches with hardly another soul in sight. Endless horizons and
picturesque views dotted with islands can be seen from numerous vantage points, and the hungry, thirsty
or weary can stop for a bite to eat, a refreshing beverage or a night's sleep at one of the two eco
establishments at Cape Gloucester or private holiday houses by prior arrangement.

Proserpine
Proserpine offers a change of pace and scenery from that of the vibrant Airlie Beach. Just 20 minutes
inland from Airlie Beach, Proserpine is a charming, typical Australian country town offering traditional
country hospitality. There is a range of accommodation from caravan parks and backpacker
accommodation to motels conveniently located on the Bruce Highway for the tired traveller.
Seclusion
Further inland from Bowen, Collinsville is a quaint country town, far enough away from the tourist hubs to
be a country retreat, but close enough to retain that same friendly and welcoming attitude of all the
Whitsundays locals. The region also has several secluded beach townships a short drive from Airlie Beach,
offering caravan park accommodation, private holiday homes and eco resorts at which to stay. The long
walks on the beaches are gorgeous and you will feel as though you’ve uncovered a hidden gem a little way
‘off the beaten track’.
Backpackers
Airlie Beach has long been a popular destination, etched into the itineraries of international backpackers
for years. Located halfway between Cairns and Brisbane, Airlie Beach is the stop for beautiful beaches,
swimming, snorkelling, diving and sailing. At night, Airlie is a vibrant hub for backpackers with plenty of
accommodation to choose from to rest your weary head after a night of partying. If you’re on a driving
holiday there is a wide range of holiday parks and backpacking hostels with cheap van parking for one or
multiple night stays.
B&Bs
There are a number of small and private bed and breakfast establishments on the Whitsunday Coast. At
each you will enjoy the friendly welcome of a Whitsundays local and the fresh, local produce our region
has to offer. A B&B is a great place to stay for personalised and friendly advice, company and hospitality.
The outlooks are varied, with some located in lush tropical surroundings and others with beautiful ocean
views. The choice of breakfasts also range from multi course gourmet indulgences to organically prepared
meals.
Indulging
The Whitsunday Coast has a large range of four to five star resorts to stay in, most located perfectly to take
advantage of those stunning views over the Coral Sea to the Whitsunday Islands. You’ll definitely feel like
you’re on an exclusive island holiday from the moment you check in.

Hotels
Airlie Beach Hotel
The Airlie Beach Hotel offers a total of 80 rooms, comprising 56 hotel rooms, 4 self-contained suites and 20
motel rooms. The hotel’s central location is ideal for exploring the many features offered by our coastal
village town, and combined with other coastal attractions and the vast array of cruises and day tours to the
Great Barrier Reef and the many islands; the Airlie Beach Hotel is also
ideally located to allow guests to fully enjoy the entire Whitsunday region.
Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Capers at the Beach Bar / Grill whilst
watching the sun disappear below the horizon or experience just how
good a wood fi red pizza really is in our award winning Mangrove Jacks
Cafe Bar. Our famous Cactus Jacks Text Mex Restaurant has the
best Margaritas - are you up to the challenge?
PRODUCT DETAILS RESERVATIONS AND SALES & MARKETING DETAILS
Airlie Beach Hotel
Corner The Esplanade & Coconut Grove
Airlie Beach, QLD 4802, Australia
T +61 7 4964 1999
F +61 7 4964 1988
W www.airliebeachhotel.com.au
Cnr. The Esplanade and Coconut Grove
T +61 7 4964 1999
F +61 7 4964 1988
Pascal Schaeffer
Reservations Manager
E reservations@airliebeachhotel.com.au
Coral Sea Resort
Positioned on the absolute ocean front and just a short stroll via seaside
boardwalk to the enchanting Airlie Beach village; with its relaxed
atmosphere and collection of eclectic shops and cafes; lies the Coral Sea
Resort, your Airlie Beach accommodation. A stroll in the opposite
direction crossing a separate boardwalk with the sea below is Abelll Point
Marina, your direct access to the Whitsunday Islands and the Great
Barrier Reef.
Coral Sea Resort features a variety of hotel rooms including deluxe suites and one, two and three bedroom
apartments, penthouses and beach houses. All Airlie Beach accommodation is serviced daily. Coral Sea
Resort offers an enticing array of facilities including, an award winning oceanfront restaurant, private
dining seaside gazebo, cocktail lounge, fitness room, disabled and lift access, massage facilities, private
Jetty, water sports, 25 metre pool, wedding chapel, 200 seat function room, resort shop and tour desk.
Coral Sea Resort
25 Ocean View Ave, Airlie Beach
QLD 4802, Australia
T +61 7 4964 1300
W www.coralsearesort.com
Coral Sea Resort
25 Ocean View Ave, Airlie Beach
QLD 4802, Australia
T +61 7 4964 1300
Greg Waites
General Manager
E gm@coralsearesort.com

Self-Contained Apartments
Peninsula Apartments Airlie Beach
Peninsula Airlie Beach is Airlie Beach's most luxurious 5 star beachfront accommodation situated on
Shingley Drive Whisper Bay at the northern approach to Airlie Beach - alongside the newly extended Abell
Point Marina - prime waterfront location. Peninsula Airlie
Beach boasts 15 apartments ranging from 2 bedroom up
to 4 bedroom penthouse apartments.
As the name suggests, Peninsula Airlie Beach occupies a
rare and highly prized setting. The apartment buildings
stand boldly on a point of land the very shape of a
dolphin's dorsal fin, jutting out into the Coral Sea.
All Airlie Beach Apartments are complete with a marina
berth at the doorstep - making Peninsula Airlie Beach the ideal base for those wishing to cruise the
Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef without living aboard.
Peninsula Airlie Beach
144 Shingley Drive
Airlie Beach 4802 QLD Australia
T +61 7 4964 1600
W www.peninsulaairliebeach.com
Peninsula Airlie Beach
144 Shingley Drive
Airlie Beach 4802 QLD Australia
T +61 7 4964 1600
John and Sandy Hanrahan
Managing Directors
E info@peninsulaairliebeach.com

TOURS & ATTRACTIONS
Diving the Great Barrier Reef
One of the most highly regarded diving destinations on earth is the Great Barrier Reef, located in the heart
of this natural wonder is the Whitsundays – the weather and water temperatures of the Whitsundays is
the perfect mix for all year round scuba diving. The adventure sport of
scuba diving has grown over the last few years, not only for the certified
but also for those who wanting to give it a go. With this in mind more
Whitsunday charter boat operators are gearing up to cater to the scuba
diving fraternity. With dives sites like the ‘Stepping Stone’ and the
‘Cathedrals’ makes the Whitsundays really unique. Experienced and not
so experienced scuba divers can chose to take day trips to the Island
and the Great Barrier Reef aboard high-speed catamarans, or enjoy an
extended reef excursion from 1 – 5 nights with virtually unlimited scuba diving – including night dives.
The fringing reefs of the Whitsunday Islands are noted for their high diversity of coral, teeming with unique
fish and other marine life. Some of the best island dive sites are around Hazelwood Island, Blue Pearl Bay,
Dolphin Point and East Reef on Hayman Island. On Hook Island the variety of sites are all quite exceptional,
you have The Woodpile, Alcyonaria Point, Luncheon Bay Manta Ray Bay, Maureen’s Cove and the
Pinnacles. The outer Great Barrier Reef provides ideal diving sites and some of the best are the Southern
face of Bait Reef, Henry’s Bommie, Little Fairey Inlet, Tina’s Arm (Fairey Reef), Knuckle Reef and Hardy
Reef. The Whitsundays is a diver and snorkeler’s delight, with the islands fringing coral reefs easily
accessible on a large range of tours around the region.
The geography of the islands means it is possible to find a cove or bay that is protected in almost any
weather so that diving and snorkelling can be enjoyed in any condition. For this reason the Whitsundays is
popular for both the novice and the experienced diver or snorkeller. The fringing reefs offer spectacular
corals and fish, with each island and each individual bay offering a different experience. The ‘outer’ Great
Barrier Reef is renowned for spectacular diving, with unparalleled coral diversity and reef life. The
‘Stepping Stones’ and the ‘Cathedral’ are two of the Whitsundays iconic dive sites. The fleet of charter
boats that depart daily for the islands and reef offer a range of opportunities to scuba dive and snorkel to
explore this underwater wonderland. Certified divers must carry their certification card with them and for
beginners, introductory dives are available on most tours.
Dive the reef with:
 Cruise Whitsundays
 Explore Whitsundays
Whitehaven Beach
Whitehaven Beach is a definite "must-see" in the Whitsundays. The crystal clear
aqua waters and pristine silica sand of Whitehaven stretch over seven kilometres
along Whitsunday Island, the largest of the 74 islands in the Whitsundays. It
defines nature at its best and provides the greatest sense of relaxation and escape.
As soon as you arrive it’s easy to see why it is the most photographed beach in
Australia and has been named "Queensland's Most Beautiful Beach" by 'Keep
Australia Beautiful' and Queensland’s Friendliest Beach more than once. cnn.com
recently named Whitehaven Beach the 'world's top eco-friendly beach 2010'. At
the northern end of Whitehaven Beach is Hill Inlet, a stunning cove where the tide
shifts the sand and water to create a beautiful fusion of colours. As the tide shifts,
the white silica sand and turquoise shades of the inlet blend seamlessly to create a

breathtaking view of swirling Whitsunday colours.
For the best view, journey to the lookout at Tongue Point on Whitsunday Island. Time your lookout
experience on low tide to fully experience the beautiful fusion of colours that surface. For bareboats, the
best spot to anchor is in Tongue Bay, and tender into the beach to commence the short walk up the hill to
the lookout across Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach and back down the other side to secluded Betty's
Beach, at the tip of Hill Inlet.
There are several ways to experience the beauty of Hill Inlet. Many companies offer day trips to
Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet by ferry, power boat or luxury yacht. Most overnight sailing trips also stop
here. Self-sufficient boaties and campers can even anchor overnight off the beach, or book a national park
campsite and camp on the southern end of the iconic Whitehaven Beach itself. More on camping here.
Scenic helicopter and seaplane flights over Hill Inlet promise amazing aerial views as the magical waters
and sand dance below. However you choose to explore Whitehaven Beach, it will be an experience that
you will remember for a lifetime.
Visit Whitehaven with:
 Air Whitsundays
 Cruise Whitsundays
 Explore Whitsundays
Explore Whitsundays
Since 1985 we have been providing 2-6 day live-aboard Whitsunday Sailing tours. Guests can choose
between Maxi Sailing, Sail Training, Adventure Sailing, Tall Ships or Deluxe Sail/Cruise. Explore
Whitsundays is the Marketing and Reservations arm of the highly respected and well known Whitsunday
Sailing Companies:
 Australian Tall Ship Cruises
 Southern Cross Sailing Adventures
 Prosail Queensland
 Whitsunday Marine Academy
 Tornado Diving
Our professionally trained crews will take the worry out of navigating around the reef and islands, so that
our guests experience the best of the Whitsundays. During a typical 2-3 day tour there will be time to
snorkel/dive coral reefs teeming with marine life, visit stunning sand and coral beaches for swimming
and sunbathing, and go for fully guided island walks. Our crews also provide interpretive talks about the
Marine Park and Islands. To top it off we also supply and prepare all meals, so that guests can experience a
relaxing and memorable holiday.
Explore Whitsundays
PO Box 1463, Airlie Beach
QLD 4802, Australia
T +61 7 4946 6876
F +61 7 4946 6133
W www.explorewhitsundays.com
Shop 1, 4 The Esplanade
T +61 7 4946 4999
F +61 7 4946 4722
E res@explorewhitsundays.com
QLD 4802, Australia
T +61 7 4946 6876
Allen Grundy
Marketing Manager
E al@explorewhitsundays.com

Queensland Yacht Charters
Queensland Yacht Charters have been well established in the
Yacht Charter Industry for over 20 years. We offer our clients a
choice of quality bare boats (sail and power) or fully crewed
private charters. Our clients are assured of attentive service
and a quality product second to none. With a fleet of over 28
vessels, we can offer many styles to suit all tastes and budgets.
With Bavaria, Beneteau & Catalina monohulls and Fountaine
Pajot & Seawind Catamarans from 32ft up to 48ft you are
spoiled for choice. Queensland Yacht Charters are based in
Airlie Beach at Abell Point Marina. You are close to all the
facilities, the main town centre of Airlie Beach and shopping centres which you can enjoy prior to
embarking on your holiday. Clients do not need to have a qualification to charter a vessel, although some
on water experience is required for power boats and some basic sailing experience is required for sailing
boats. Should you be a little rusty, then a sailguide can be arranged for the first half day or longer if
needed. Honeymoon We can arrange honeymoon packages with 3 nights accommodation on the mainland
or a resort and 5 nights on charter with gourmet food package/seafood platters. Complimentary
champagne is also included on arrival.
PRODUCT DETAILS & RESERVATIONS SALES & MARKETING DETAILS
Queensland Yacht Charters
(member of Dream Yacht Charter Group)
Abell Point Marina, Airlie Beach QLD 4802
PO Box 293 Airlie Beach, QLD 4802
T +61 7 4946 7400
F +61 7 4946 7698
E reservations@yachtcharters.com.au
W www.yachtcharters.com.au
PO Box 293, Airlie Beach, QLD 4802
T +61 7 4946 7400
F +61 7 4946 7698
Christophe Vanek
E christophe@yachtcharters.com.au
Cruise Whitsundays – Great Barrier Reef Adventures
Experience the ultimate Great Barrier Reef Adventure. Cruise on
board the luxurious vessel “Seaflight” to Knuckle Reef Lagoon,
acclaimed as one of the Barrier Reef’s most spectacular, pristine sites
by independent marine biologists. “Seaflight” is a 37 metre
wavepiercer ideally suited to outer reef cruising with its superior sea-
handling abilities. It is the only vessel in the Whitsundays fitted with a
computerised stabilizer system which reduces the incidence of motion
sickness by up to 70%. The vessel has spacious air conditioned
lounges, huge outer viewing decks, generous seating space and 2 bars serving drinks and snacks. Your base
for exploring the Reef is on Queensland’s most innovative and spacious reef pontoon. As well as all the
usual features it has Queensland’s largest and most spectacular underwater viewing chamber (you’ll feel
like you are in there with the fish) and a giant waterslide. A full range of activities are offered with
snorkelling, diving, helicopter scenic flights, massage services, semi-submersible and glass-bottom boat
rides. The pontoon is located inside the circular Knuckle Reef giving it excellent shelter and the water is
only 11 – 14 metres deep providing greater security and better viewing of the ocean floor. The Reef has a
vast array of spectacular coral and an abundance of fish and marine life. Morning and afternoon tea and a
superb buffet lunch are included. If you want your clients to travel in style and experience the wonders of
the Barrier Reef at its best then ‘Cruise Whitsundays’!

Cruise Whitsundays – Camira
“Camira” – 85ft of pure awesome fun! Experience the wonders of
the Whitsundays on this full day excursion exploring magnificent
Whitehaven Beach, secluded bays and inner reef sites on board
one of the world’s fastest sailing catamarans. Swimming,
snorkelling, beautiful beaches and bays, a superb barbecue lunch
and the thrill of high speed sailing – put it all together and you
have the most varied, exciting day out on offer. “Camira” is a
world first with her sleek lines, spacious deck areas and
breathtaking performance. She is capable of sailing at up to 30
knots. This is a fully inclusive day trip. All activities, morning and afternoon tea, a delicious barbecue lunch
and drinks are included with beer, wine, soft drinks, tea and coffee available throughout the day. (Alcohol
from 11.00am).
PRODUCT DETAILS SALES & MARKETING DETAILS
Cruise Whitsundays
Abell Point Marina
QLD 4802, Australia
T +61 7 4946 4662
F +61 7 4946 7322
E info@cruisewhitsundays.com
W www.cruisewhitsundays.com
QLD 4802, Australia
T +61 7 4967 7244
F +61 7 4946 4382
Jacky Fleming
Sales Manager Australia
E jacky@cruisewhitsundays.com
M +61 4 2728 0090
Air Whitsundays – Panorama Tour
This tour includes snorkelling and coral viewing from our private semi-
submersible inside the calm waters of Hardy Lagoon in the Great Barrier
Reef Marine Park. The vessel has an underwater viewing chamber, sun
and shade deck areas, along with easy access into the water. This is
followed with a relaxing one hour visit to Whitehaven Beach. Frequently
voted as one of the world’s top ten beaches, this striking stretch of silica
beach on Whitsunday Island is the perfect location to enjoy a picnic and
relax. All tours to our Great Barrier Reef location are scheduled
around low tide; being surrounded by a reef wall it creates a
suspended coral lagoon for the aircraft to land and controlled offshore
waters for guests to snorkel in. During low tide our location is only 2-
6 metres deep providing the first time snorkeller with more
confidence due to the comfortable conditions, while the more
experienced can enjoy the abundance of sea life and coral that the
added protection of the reef wall has provided.
NOTE: The Great Barrier Reef component and the Whitehaven Beach component of this tour can be sold
individually.
Where you go:
 Scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Whitsunday Islands
 Two hours at Air Whitsundays private glass bottom boat, comprising one hour of coral viewing
and relaxing and out hour of snorkelling in a private sheltered lagoon.
 One hour visit to Whitehaven Beach
 All snorkelling equipment, snorkelling tuition and floatation devices for inexperienced
snorkelling

 Beach umbrellas
 Australian sparkling wine and 100% fruit juice, local spring water and an assortment of
Australian brand snacks and treats
 Comprehensive in-flight commentary
Air Whitsundays – Reef & Whitehaven Scenic
Relax in absolute comfort as our seaplanes showcase the main
group of the Whitsunday Isles and the breathtaking expanse of the
Great Barrier Reef marine park. During the course of this 60
minute scenic flight you will take in views of Shute Harbour, the
Molle Group of Islands, Daydream Island, Whitsunday Passage,
Hayman Island, Hook Island, Whitsunday Island (the largest
national park island in the group), Whitehaven Beach, the amazing
swirling sands of Hill Inlet and then accelerate across the Coral Sea
to Bait
Reef, home of the amazing stepping stones, Hook Reef and Hardy Lagoon (the most photographed location
of the entire Great Barrier Reef marine park!). We will also show off one of our biggest natural wonders to
you, the perfectly shaped Heart Reef. This flight is the perfect accompaniment to a Whitsunday sailing
holiday, or is ideal for those who have already snorkelled the Great Barrier Reef, visited Whitehaven Beach
or simply for those who don’t like to get their feet wet. To top off this amazing flight we will descend to
500 feet whilst at the reef to take in all the sights of the Great Barrier Reef so you can possibly spot a
turtle, rays or in the right season, pods of humpback whales. We will also show off with a touch and go
water landing at the reef so you can experience the sensation of landing on the ocean’s surface in a
seaplane.
Where you go:
 Seaplane scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Whitsunday Islands
including Hayman
 Touch-and-go water landing at the Great Barrier Reef (subject to weather conditions)
 Comprehensive in-flight commentary
PRODUCT DETAILS SALES & MARKETING DETAILS
Air Whitsunday
Terminal One, Whitsunday Airport
Shute Harbour Road, QLD 4802, Australia
T +61 7 4946 9111
F +61 7 4946 9100
W www.airwhitsundays.com.au
Terminal One, Whitsunday Airport
Shute Harbour Road, QLD 4802, Australia
T +61 7 4946 9111
F +61 7 4946 9100
E operations@airwhitsunday.com.au

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