WHAT TO DO ON HAMILTON ISLAND
Hamilton Island is nestled within the 74 island wonders and the Great Barrier Reef, it is the largest inhabited island within the Whitsunday Islands. Endearingly known as 'Hamo' to the locals in the Whitsundays it is one of Australia's best holiday spots. This little corner of the Whitsundays is home to pristine beaches, vibrant coral reefs and some of the most luxurious accommodation. You'll be spoiled for choice when visiting Hamilton Island with so many exciting adventures and activities.
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DISCOVER THE GREAT BARRIER REEF
One of the top things to do while visiting Hamilton Island is experience the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a luxury helicopter flight over the famous Heart Reef, which is a naturally formed coral reef in the shape of a heart. You'll also have the chance to see the breathtaking sight of Whitehaven Beach from the air during your scenic helicopter flight with Hamilton Island Air.
Another way to fully experience the Great Barrier Reef is to jump onboard a snorkel and dive boat with Explore Group Hamilton Island. This full day trip from Hamilton Island will allow you to take the plunge into the Great Barrier Reef. You'll love discovering the the abundance of coral and marine life this outlandish landscape has to offer. |
SAIL TO WHITEHAVEN BEACH
If relaxing and unwinding onboard a sailing catamaran is more your style, then you can't go past 'On the Edge'. Explore Group Hamilton Island offers a full day trip departing from Hamilton Island. You'll enjoy sailing around the Whitsunday Islands, exploring the iconic Whitehaven Beach and snorkelling the fringing reef at Haslewood Island.
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EXPERIENCE THE ISLANDS EXCLUSIVELY
Escape the large tourist crowds on board your very own private charter around the Whitsunday Islands. You'll love exploring the secluded beaches and bays, snorkelling the fringing reefs and exploring the island hiking trails at your own pace. A private charter with Freedom Exclusive Charters allows you to customise an itinerary to suit you. Choose from the Express, Half Day, Full Day or Sunset Cruise options departing from Hamilton Island.
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MEET THE LOCALS AT WILD LIFE ZOO
Get up close and peronal with some of Hamilton Islands authentic Australian perosnalities. Meet the cutest animals at WILD LIFE Hamilton Island including koalas, kangaroos, dingoes, cassowary and a salt water crocodile. Enjoy breakfast with the Koalas or maybe cuddle a koala, take part in the snake, reptile and bird encounter or meet our friendly native dog species the dingo. The WILD LIFE Hamilton Island Zoo operates 7 days a week and offers guided tours where you can help feed, talk and touch some of the animals.
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TREAT YOURSELF TO A SPA DAY
Treat yourself to a trip to the day spa at Hamilton Island. Wumurdaylin day spa is designed to give you complete relaxation and rejuvination using natural Australian products. The perfect addition to your luxury escape at Hamilton Island in the Whitsundays.
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GETTING TO HAMILTON ISLANDFly into Hamilton Island
Hamilton Island is the only island within the Whitsundays with its own commercial airport. The Hamilton Island Airport services direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Cairns. Hamilton Island airline providers include Jestar, Quantas and Virgin Australia. If you are being transfered to another island location via private transfer you will need to meet at G Arm, Hamilton Island Marina. Fly into Whitsunday Coast Airport Guests of Hamilton Island can fly into the Whitsunday Coast Airport just south of Proserpine. Upon arrival to the Whitsunday Coast Airport you will be required to organise bus or taxi transfers to transport you to Shute Harbour. It will take you around 30 minutes to arrive at Shute Harbour where you will board your private boat transfer with Mars Charters to Hamilton Island Marina. Shute Harbour is the closest departure point to Hamilton Island which gives you the quickest transfer possible to Hamilton Island. |
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