Easter In The Whitsundays
Customarily, Easter in the Whitsundays welcomes a large influx of visitors looking to spend their holidays by sun-kissed shores! From families to backpackers and couples to retirees, the Easter Weekend is the perfect opportunity for everyone to relax in tropical paradise, enjoy the colourful streets and events, and of course, enjoy some chocolate! If you're planning on visiting Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays this Easter, check out our guide to navigating the crowds, booking into your perfect boat and planning your holiday seamlessly - Easter Bunny and all!
Browse our top family-friendly trips for the upcoming Easter School Holidays!
How do visitors spend the Easter Long Weekend?
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The long Easter weekend will see a wealth of visitors, many booking tours over the weekend itself, and day trips in between. The Whitsundays is set to host families, couples, students and backpackers, all visiting to soak up the beauty of the Whitsundays. While many people flock to Airlie Beach, Hamilton Island or Hayman Island to relax and chill out, it's a given that most people coming to the Whitsundays want to sail, cruise and explore the area on their vessel of choice. Typical visits from Airlie Beach include stops at Whitsunday Island, for travellers to experience the magic of Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout, along with snorkel stops in fringing parts of the Great Barrier Reef! The streets are forecast to be full, the boats sailing, the pubs lively, and the sun shining these Easter school holidays!
Perfect Family-Friendly Day Trips For Your Easter Long Weekend
Is Easter in Airlie Beach busy?
The Queensland school holidays span between 5 April to Monday 21 April 2025, with Good Friday falling on 18th of April this year. The Easter school holidays are generally deemed a "busy" time to be in Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Region. However, it's far less busy than the Christmas School Holiday period and boasts arguably better weather (April weather vs December weather in the hot tropics is way more bearable!).
With an array of Easter Events set to take place, the Easter long weekend is bound to be brilliant. The mood is set to be light, the town will be filled to the brim with fun activities and locals and tourists alike will be ready for a good time!
Check out our local guide to Easter Events, from egg hunts to live music!
Easter Weekend Boat Availability
Looking to make the most of the Easter holidays and book a last-minute getaway for you and your tribe? While the Easter Weekend is busy and does book up in advance, it's also a brilliant time to get out on the water and explore the Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven Beach, the Great Barrier Reef and other gems. Overnight trips with private accommodation are the fastest-selling trips, but even so, day trips are always popular and flourishing.
Day trips, scenic flights and on-land tours are always great last-minute options if you still want to experience the best of the Whitsundays after missing out on your vessel of choice. It's important to note that the farther in advance you book, the better chance you will have of getting on your tour of choice.
If you're struggling to book into your dream private charter, day trip or overnight adventure due to availability, get in touch with our travel experts for any last-minute spots!
What is the weather like for March and April in the Whitsundays?
Whitsunday weather during the Easter School Holiday period in Airlie Beach from late-March through to April is fantastic! Following the end of the wet season, visitors will experience a huge drop in humidity and heat (sigh of relief!). Your days sit between 22 to 28 degrees Celsius, with the ocean at a pleasant 27 to 28 degrees Celsius. With less rainfall and tropical storms gracing us during Autumn, relax knowing your Whitsunday tour is less likely to be rained out.
Read more on the weather with our in-depth guide to forecasts for March and April in the Whitsundays!
