Chinese Travellers In The Whitsundays
The Whitsundays is a popular holiday destination for a mix of travellers with all budgets and styles of trips in mind. With more and more foreign travellers and families from China in the region, the Whitsundays has expanded to suit the market and has determined what it is the tourists are wanting. The Whitsundays has a year-round summer, plenty to offer, and an abundance of exciting activities. From scenic flights to family sailing to visiting tropical island resorts, your time in the sunny Whitsundays won't be boring!
Here are some of the best things you can do in the Whitsundays for Chinese Travellers and Families!
1. Fly over Heart Reef
This world phenomenon reef, which has naturally formed into the shape of a heart, continues to be on the top of all travellers ‘to do’ list. The reef can only be viewed from above, with a number of scenic flights to choose from. Heart Reef is a very small part of the larger Great Barrier Reef, but it is definitely breathtaking once you see it!
2. Visit Whitehaven Beach
Only accessible via boat, Whitehaven Beach is situated on Whitsunday Island. The beach in known around the world for its pure silica white sand which stretched seven kilometres along the island. The shallow, clear waters along the shoreline compliment the beach which is perfect for wading around and taking photos. Choose from a wide selection of day tours and overnight tours that stop at Whitehaven Beach.
3. Hill Inlet Lookout
Also situated on Whitsunday Island, Hill Inlet is notorious for its lookout area which gives you a birds-eye view of the magical swirling sands of Whitehaven Beach below. The lookout is one of the most photographed places in the world and is accessible via a short bush walk on Whitsunday Island. Be sure to bring your camera if you're visiting Hill Inlet as the views are phenomenal. Most tours that visit Whitehaven Beach also visit Hill Inlet lookout. Browse through the tours that mention Hill Inlet and you're in for the treat of your life!
4. Scuba Dive on the Great Barrier Reef
For many first time divers, it is a once in a lifetime opportunity to scuba dive on the Great Barrier Reef. Many overnight boats offer the chance to scuba dive around the Whitsunday Islands, while a small number of tours head to the outer Great Barrier Reef to dive. The most popular dive spots are Bait and Hardy Reef. If you're a certified diver, or you've never done it before, we have tours that cater to both. Check them out!
5. Have a sailing experience
The Whitsundays are famous for being one of the best sailing destinations in the world and offers a large number of day and overnight sailing trips to suit all people. Varying from family-friendly sailing, overnight adventure sailing, day sails to sunset sails. Some tours even give you the opportunity to learn to sail and even have a go yourself! Definitely a rewarding and wholesome experience, while you soak in the beauty of the Whitsundays.
6. Stay in an island resort
Home to the 74 magical Whitsunday Islands, the region is also home to the famous Hamilton Island, Daydream Island Resort, Hayman Island and Long Island. These exotic island resorts are perfect for all travellers, including honeymooners, seniors and families, with great accommodation styles and island activities and facilities.
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