Whitsundays TOP 17 things to see and do
• Cruise or fly to the Great Barrier Reef and indulge the senses in the
colours, smells and sounds of this world heritage listed icon;
• Let your feet sink into the white silica sand of Whitehaven Beach;
• Sail around the Whitsundays 74 Islands;
• Relax by the Airlie Beach Lagoon by day, and enjoy the vibrant
festive atmosphere of Airlie Beach by night;
• Spend an unforgettable night on the reef;
• Scuba dive at some of the best reefs in the world, including the
‘Stepping Stones’ and the ‘Cathedral’;
• Snorkel amongst 1,500 species of fish and 400 types of coral;
• Fly over the coastline, islands, Whitehaven Beach and the reef.
Romantics can not miss Heart Reef;
• Hike to the lookout at Hill Inlet for stunning views of the swirling
sands and down the length of Whitehaven Beach;
• Go fishing for tropical reef fish, barramundi and deep sea delicacies;
• Skydive over the islands and enjoy magical views on the way up,
and down!;
• Have a picnic on a deserted island or secluded beach;
• Go whale watching (July-September) or crocodile spotting;
• Indulge in fresh local seafood and produce;
• Shop in speciality boutiques;
• Hike through tropical rainforest and National Park for
spectacular views;
• Watch the sun set over the Coral Sea and Whitsunday Islands.