Airlie Beach is the mainland gateway to the Whitsunday Islands, where turquoise water, white-sand beaches and coral reefs define one of Queensland’s most spectacular coastal regions. From sailing between tropical islands to visiting Whitehaven Beach and the Great Barrier Reef, the Whitsundays are best explored on and around the water.
Best Time to Visit
May–Oct
Recommended Stay
4–6 Days
Getting Around
Boats, Ferries, Tours & Car
Known For
Islands, Sailing, Whitehaven Beach & Reef
Popular Trips
Whitehaven Beach, Great Barrier Reef & Hamilton Island
Main Airports
Whitsunday Coast (PPP) & Hamilton Island (HTI)
Recommended Deals
WINE, BAYS & HOT SPRINGS
Start
Melbourne
10:00 am
Finish
Melbourne
6:30 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Wine Tasting
Age
From 18 years
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $175
Instagram-worthy destination
Start
Melbourne
11:30 am
Finish
Melbourne
11:00 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Adventure
Age
No age restriction
Bus
Up to 30 passengers
AUD $118
Coastal / Adventure
Start
Melbourne
7:35 am
Finish
Adelaide
7:30 pm
Duration
3 days
Style
Nature & Wildlife
Age
No age restriction
Bus
Up to 20 passengers
AUD $895
Active
Start
Melbourne
5:20 am
Finish
Melbourne
8:30 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Adventure
Age
No age restriction
Bus
Up to 40 passengers
AUD $139
Top Rated Wildlife Experience
Start
Melbourne
11:45 am
Finish
Melbourne
10:00 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Group
Age
No age restriction
Bus
Up to 40 passengers
AUD $138
PENGUIN PARADE EXPRESS
Start
Melbourne
3:00 pm
Finish
Melbourne
7:00 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Food & Wine
Age
No age restriction
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $115
GOURMET FOOD & WINE TOUR
Start
Melbourne
10:00 am
Finish
Melbourne
6:50 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Food & Wine
Age
From 18 years
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $205
SOUTHERN COAST DISCOVERY
Start
Melbourne
10:00 am
Finish
Melbourne
6:00 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Adventure
Age
From 8 years
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $95
Local Food & Wine
Start
Melbourne
8:00 am
Finish
Melbourne
6:00 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Food & Wine
Age
No age restriction
Bus
Up to 8 passengers
AUD $145
Top Overnight Escape
Start
Melbourne
7:35 am
Finish
Melbourne
7:30 pm
Duration
2 days
Style
Family
Age
From 6 years
Bus
Up to 24 passengers
AUD $475
Top Rated Wildlife Experience
Start
Melbourne
7:35 am
Finish
Melbourne
8:30 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Family
Age
From 6 years
Bus
Up to 24 passengers
$165
AUD $120
Top Short Break Getaway
Start
Melbourne
7:35 am
Finish
Melbourne
5:35 pm
Duration
3 days
Style
Coastal
Age
From 6 years
Bus
Up to 24 passengers
AUD $695
MURRAY RIVER & WINE
Start
Melbourne
7:30 am
Finish
Melbourne
6:30 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Wine Tasting
Age
From 8 years
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $190
MORNING WINE ESCAPE
Start
Melbourne
9:45 am
Finish
Melbourne
2:45 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Wine Tasting
Age
From 18 years
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $145
MELBOURNE TO ADELAIDE
Start
Melbourne
8:30 am
Finish
Adelaide
5:00 pm
Duration
4 days
Style
Adventure
Age
From 16 years
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $2195
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