Hamilton island

Hamilton Island is nestled amongst the Whitsunday Islands, a group of 74 islands just off the Queensland coast at the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Hamilton Island is one of the most popular Whitsunday islands offering an idyllic island experience. Set amidst pristine surroundings, Hamilton Island offers a multitude of activities to participate in and luxurious accommodation options to suit the most discerning traveller.

You’ll be spoiled for choice with sea-kayaking, game fishing, scenic helicopter flights and ‘Breakfast with the Koalas’ at the Koala Gallery. Of course, you might simply want to concentrate on doing nothing at all, and lay around one of the pools or simply relax on the beach. Hamilton Island is also a gateway to other gems in the Whitsundays including Heart Reef, Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach.

Every taste and budget is accounted for on Hamilton Island. From the luxurious and intimate beachfront setting of the Beach Club to the sweeping views of the Coral Sea at The Reef View Hotel. If it’s a little more independence you’re after, you can choose from the Polynesian style Palm Bungalows or the Palm Terraces which are both ideal for families. All accommodation has easy access to the beach, restaurants and resort centre.

Hamilton Island is easily accessible with direct flights from Sydney (two hours), Melbourne (three hours), Brisbane and Cairns (one hour) with easy connecting flights from all other capital cities, makes getting there a breeze.

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Brampton island

Located at the southern end of the world-renowned Whitsunday Island Passage, 32km North-East of Mackay and 50km South of Hamilton Island, Brampton Island is the ideal haven for couples seeking a romantic escape. This large and beautiful National Park Island is surrounded by sparkling azure waters, twelve golden sandy beaches, coral gardens and an array of National Park walking and jogging tracks – each affording spectacular views or the perfect secluded beach for a romantic picnic, holiday, vacation or honeymoon destination.

With fewer rooms than many of the resorts at the nearby Whitsunday Group of Islands, and with no day trippers to interrupt the peace and solitude, you will undoubtedly find a special place for you and your partner to be truly as one. To reconnect with your true self and your partner, we simply recommend you leave the kids at home! Brampton Island is all about fun, reward, romance, adventure or pure escapism. Brampton Island has twelve beautiful beaches, with seven being easily accessible via the National Park walking trails.

Just off shore is a diverse range of fringing reefs where you can discover an amazing array of marine life and soft and hard corals. After an adventure of snorkelling and exploring, treat yourself and your partner to a rejuvenating massage, facial, or body wrap in The Sea Spa.

Brampton Island has a rhythm of its own and there are activities to enjoy at every imaginable tempo – from fast and furious water sports and heart-thumping sports activities, to relaxing by the pool or enjoying a rejuvenating massage. As the sun sets, the fun continues and we invite you to join in the lively atmosphere of our theme nights and live entertainment. The Brampton Island team is delighted to assist you with planning your days and arranging your activities. It’s your choice to do it all or do nothing at all.

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Hayman Island

Hayman Island is located in the beautiful Whitsundays just off the Queensland coast, and home to Hayman Island, one of the world’s finest resorts. Hayman Island is the epitome of tropical paradise for holiday, vacation or honeymoon destination.

On a sparkling sunny day the colour of the water of Hayman Island’s lagoon and Whitsunday Passage are simply stunning – the hues range from turquoise to emerald and sapphire. There’s excellent snorkelling directly off one of the beaches on Hayman Island in Blue Pearl Bay. Some argue this is the best beach snorkelling in the Whitsundays Island.

Hayman Island offers guests plenty of activities that range from bushwalks to tours of the nearby Great Barrier Reef. Cruise or fly by helicopter to see Heart Reef, Hill Inlet or Whitehaven Beach, it’s all possible at Hayman Island.

At the resort, all rooms have magnificent views of the Whitsundays or the tropical landscaped gardens. Visitors receive the best of both worlds, combining magnificence with the natural beauty of a tropical paradise. The most discerning traveller will be satisfied, but most likely delighted, at the luxurious amenities at the resort. Nearest Airport: Hamilton Island ( 15 Kilometres )

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daydream island

Daydream Island is just 1 kilometer long and half a kilometer wide. It is the closest Island to Shute Harbour; it is just 5 kilometers away from the mainland. Daydream Island is a very popular destination for day visitors, but its recently refurbished resort has almost 300 rooms that can also cater for families (a childcare program is offered to guests), weddings or conferences.

The resort boasts a splendid Rejuvenation Day Spa and a unique man-made Outdoor Aquarium. This Aquarium is a network of reef lagoons containing over 40 marine fish species (including the bright and engaging Clown Fish) and 50 coral varieties. Daydream Island also ahas a superb mini-golf course and an outdoor movie cinema as well as a wide selection of dining facilities which range from Cafes to a premier restaurant. Daydream Island has small but beautiful beaches; one of the beaches is fringed by outcrops of live coral and colorful fish. There are also some short bush walks through thick vegetation, spectacular parrots and tiny sun birds can sometimes be seen amongst the treetops.

Daydream Island has all the usual water activities which are available on the other islands; this includes snorkeling, sailboarding, sea kayaking, parasailing, jet-skiing and reef fishing. There is a choice of volleyball, croquet, badminton and tennis for the land lovers. Daydream Island is a very popular island because it is so accessible (Ferry from Hamilton Island Airport, or coach to Shute Harbour from Proserpine Airport, then ferry; alternatively Helijet or Seaplane from Hamilton Island or the mainland). It has so much to offer in such a small space. Daydream is the place to be.

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Hayman Island

Hayman Island is located in the beautiful Whitsundays just off the Queensland coast, and home to Hayman Island, one of the world’s finest resorts. Hayman Island is the epitome of tropical paradise for holiday, vacation or holiday destination.

On a sparkling sunny day the colour of the water of Hayman Island’s lagoon and Whitsunday Passage are simply stunning – the hues range from turquoise to emerald and sapphire. There’s excellent snorkelling directly off one of the beaches on Hayman Island in Blue Pearl Bay. Some argue this is the best beach snorkelling in the Whitsundays Island.

Hayman Island offers guests plenty of activities that range from bushwalks to tours of the nearby Great Barrier Reef. Cruise or fly by helicopter to see Heart Reef, Hill Inlet or Whitehaven Beach, it’s all possible at Hayman Island.

At the resort, all rooms have magnificent views of the Whitsundays or the tropical landscaped gardens. Visitors receive the best of both worlds, combining magnificence with the natural beauty of a tropical paradise. The most discerning traveller will be satisfied, but most likely delighted, at the luxurious amenities at the resort. Nearest Airport: Hamilton Island ( 15 Kilometres )

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