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Whitsunday region

A Whitsunday experience could be arranged around 4, 5, 7 and 10 day itineraries with an abundance of activities.

With a maximum steaming time of 2 hours between most locations, great marina facilities and an excellent service industry, this region is an integral part of any Australian cruising itinerary.

Day 1

Hamilton Island to Cid Harbour anchoring in the calm waters of this deep anchorage location, beach walks, swimming, enjoy the pristine surroundings of the magnificent Whitsunday Islands.

Day 2

Cid Harbour to Nara Inlet - walk to the aboriginal cave paintings, swim and soak up the sun at yet another calm anchorage nestled between the steep slopes of Hook Island, steam from Nara to Hayman Island - visiting the world class resort facilities, diving or snorkelling at Blue Pearl Bay.

Day 3

  • Option 1 - Sea Plane to Hardy Lagoon at Hardy Reef from Hayman Island
  • Option 2 - Steam out to Hardy Lagoon, Hardy Reef and enjoy the activities on offer at the Fantasy pontoon - diving, snorkelling, helicopter view of the reef, glass bottom boats etc. Visit Black Reef - anchorage at Black Reef

Day 4

Steam back towards the Islands visiting Whitehaven Beach, Solway Pass, returning to Hamilton Island to enjoy the activities on offer at the Island.

Other activities available in the Whitsunday's:

  • Skydiving
  • Skin diving
  • Fishing
  • Horse riding
  • Golf
  • Disco

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