How long is boat ride from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven?

Travel time from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven via boat ranges from just over one hour for high-speed vessels to around two hours for sailboats. If you are lucky enough to travel to Whitehaven Beach on a helicopter or seaplane adventure the trip time can be as little as 15 minutes if you fly directly there.

How long does it take to get to Whitehaven Beach?

Whitehaven Beach is just a thirty-minute trip on a high-speed catamaran, and Hamilton Island offers several Whitehaven Beach day trips and Whitehaven Beach tours. You can explore the beach via a helicopter or seaplane from the island, and can also sail to Whitehaven Beach on one of the island's yachts.

How long does it take to sail from Hamilton Island to Airlie Beach?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Hamilton Island Marina and arriving at Port of Airlie. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a ferry to Whitehaven Beach?

The best way to get to Whitehaven Beach is by catching a ferry from Arlie beach which takes 1 hour and 20 minutes (34 km). This ferry ride is usually done via a guided tour. Seaplanes and helicopters are another way to get to Whitehaven Beach. Sailing yachts are also a popular way to travel.

Can you get to Whitehaven Beach without a tour?

Hi Kel, You can only get to Whitehaven Beach for the day through an organised tour. Cruise Whitsundays have ferries which offer half day and full day tours to the beach. There are plenty of day tour options in the area, from sailing to rafts to fast catamarans.

Ferry boat ride from Port of Airlie to Whitehaven

Can you swim at Whitehaven Beach?

Swim in the pristine ocean

It's possible to swim at Whitehaven Beach year-round thanks to the tropical waters sitting at a delightful 26 degrees. The shores are shallow, making Whitehaven a safe beach to swim off.

What is the best time to go to Whitehaven Beach?

The winter months of June, July, and August offer visitors comfortable temperatures, but the water can be chilly. Most tourism experts cite September (early spring) as the ideal time of year to visit the Whitsundays.

Can you drive from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach?

The distance from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach is only 33km, however travel times will vary depending on the vessel you choose to travel on, the tide and local weather. Travel time from Airlie Beach to Whitehaven via boat ranges from just over one hour for high-speed vessels to around two hours for sailboats.

Can you kayak to Whitehaven Beach?

Just a short kayak paddle from Whitehaven Beach is Hill Inlet—a stunning cove filled with a fusion of colours. The beach is beautiful but it's at the lookout, just a 15min climb along an easy walking track, where Mother Nature will blow your mind like an episode of the Big Bang Theory.

How do I get from Airlie Beach to Whitsundays?

The quickest way to get from Airlie Beach to Whitsunday Islands is to ferry which costs $60 and takes 1h 10m. Is there a direct ferry between Airlie Beach and Whitsunday Islands? Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Airlie and arriving at Hamilton Island Marina.

Is there shade on Whitehaven Beach?

This is called Whitehaven Beach. In fact, the sand at Whitehaven Beach is so white that it never gets hot. Almost all the sunlight reflects off the sand. That means you can walk around barefoot, even in the middle of summer, without ever burning the bottom of your feet.

How long does it take to get to the outer reef from Airlie Beach?

Question: How long does it take to get to the reef? Answer: It takes approximately 3 hours to get to Hardy Reef from Airlie Beach, depending on the weather and sea conditions. For Hamilton Island departures, travel time is approximately 2 hours.

Can you get a boat from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Airlie and arriving at Hamilton Island Marina. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day.

What is so special about Whitehaven Beach?

Whitehaven Beach is a pristine, award winning beach on Whitsunday Island, the largest of the 74 islands in the Whitsundays. Whitehaven Beach stretches over seven kilometres and boasts brilliant white silica sand that is among the purest in the world.

Can you stay on Whitehaven?

You can choose to spend the night on Whitehaven with your family, where you'll be able to pitch a tent at the National Park Campground at Southern End, right on the sand of the iconic beach. Or seek seclusion on the other side of the island at the elevated Chance Bay campground.

Can you take jet ski to Whitehaven Beach?

As long as the weather is permitting, you can pull up your jet ski just about anywhere! jet skis to Whitehaven Beach. You don't have to worry about it being low tide, because a jet ski is small and light, so you can ride along in the shallows.

Can I camp at Whitehaven Beach?

Whitehaven Beach camping area is open 24 hours a day. Check-in to your camp after 2pm and check-out by 11am on the day of departure. Camping area features: The dazzling white, pure silica sands of Whitehaven Beach are one of the best known Whitsunday drawcards.

How do you camp on Whitehaven Beach?

Can I kayak at Airlie Beach?

Departing from Shingley Beach (next to Coral Sea Marina) a kayak allows you to explore the magnificent coastline of Airlie Beach.

Can you walk from Whitehaven Beach to Hill Inlet?

Yes! It is a short and relatively easy walk from Whitehaven Beach to Hill Inlet Lookout! From Tongue Bay, on the northern side of Whitsunday Island, it is a short 250-metre walk to Whitehaven Beach along the Beach Track.

What facilities are on Whitehaven Beach?

Whitehaven does not have any infrastructure and therefore has limited facilities. There are some outhouses and toilet facilities available on the north and south end, and some walking tracks, boardwalks and viewing platforms, as well as some picnic area's on the south end.

Can you swim at Airlie Beach in February?

February is a hot and very rainy time for sunbathing in Airlie Beach. February is an excellent month for swimming in Airlie Beach with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Airlie Beach in the months of August, September, October, December, for the best beach weather.

What is the best island to visit in the Whitsundays?

Do you have to wear stinger suits in the Whitsundays?

1) Wear a stinger suit

Stinger suits (wetsuits) are provided to each guest, at little or no cost, to minimise any risk of being stung whilst in the Whitsundays waters. It is important to wear your wetsuit during any water-based activities, including swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving!

Are there sharks at Whitehaven Beach?

Whitehaven Beach is perhaps best known for its dazzling white sand, crystal clear waters and perfect photographic opportunities, but is often a good place to see sharks. It's home to both blacktip reef sharks and baby lemon sharks, which use the calm and shallow waters waters as a nursery.