November In The Whitsundays
November is an amazing time to visit the Whitsundays with summer about to approach. Spend your perfectly warm days soaking up the clear, end-of-spring days in the Whitsunday Islands! November in the Whitsundays are absolutely stunning, with boundless blue skies, glassy waters and cool sands at your fingertips! So, dive into this handy November guide to events, climate, tours and things to do during your upcoming trip to paradise!
November Events in the Whitsundays
Airlie Beach Festival of Music
The ever-popular Airlie Beach Festival of Music is hitting these Whitsunday streets from the 7th to the 9th of November. Taking place over 16 of our favourite local venues, the Airlie Beach Festival of Music has an incredible local line-up featuring some of Australia’s best, home-grown artists. Grab a 3-day ticket or treat yourself to a VIP experience and let the good times roll! Don’t miss the Passport to Airlie Finals, as upcoming artists compete for a spot in next year’s festival line-up in a high-stakes band battle.
Schoolies Week
Schoolies week is normally at the end of November every year. It's when those graduating Year 12 go on a fun holiday with their friends from school! The Whitsundays is a popular Schoolies destination for people around Australia. Read our list of the top things to do in the Whitsundays during Schoolies week this year!
Airlie Beach Morning Markets
The Airlie Beach Markets are simply charming in springtime, and we highly recommend a wander down to these bayside stalls in November. Don’t forget your basket and keep cup, as you mosey on through the rows of boutique food, knick-knacks and coffee stalls for a slow morning of the simple pleasures!
The Best Whitsunday Experiences To Have In November
Enjoy the warm, sunny, and long days in November in the Whitsundays. Summer is almost on the way, but the area is less crowded than the peak holiday season. It's the perfect time to explore the islands and reefs. With dazzling turquoise waters and salty breezes, where else would you rather be?
Here are our favourite Whitsunday Island experiences for these perfectly clear, warm spring days!
Explore the Whitsundays this November!
Overnight Catamaran Trips
Enjoy the warm days and clear nights amongst the Whitsunday Islands with a deluxe overnight catamaran sail. With water toys, fully catered menus, snorkelling and ample time on hidden island gems, this is the perfect way to enjoy the balmy tropical weather.
Sunset Cruises
Soak up the luminescent sunset hues as you enjoy a glass of bubbly on an enchanting sunset sail! A truly magical afternoon of wonderfully golden memories and island seascapes awaits. The warm weather makes November the perfect time for sunset cruises in the Whitsundays.
Scuba Diving Tours
Adventure is calling on the Great Barrier Reef! From overnight boat trips to quick and affordable day tours, you can explore the underwater world while visiting the Whitsundays in November. The water is nice and clear as it's been dry season all winter, so it's a great time to go scuba diving.
Whitehaven Beach Day Trips
No visit to the Whitsundays is complete without Whitehaven Beach! Spend your day under the sun playing on the white silica sands, checking out the spectacular views from Hill Inlet, and enjoying the Whitsunday scenery. It's the crown jewel of the Whitsundays, and November is a great time to visit as there will likely be fewer crowds than in December.
Why visit the Whitsundays in November?
November in the Whitsundays allows you to escape the busy Christmas crowds and enjoy the pre-summer warmth. The water around the islands and Great Barrier Reef is warm and clear, though you do have to wear a stinger suit. With the Whitsundays pretty much all to yourself, November is a simply fabulous time to visit this island paradise. Whether you’re celebrating the end of the year early or looking for a mid-week getaway, visit the Whitsundays to beat the crowds and slow it down on your next holiday!
