The Best Beaches in The Whitsundays
See all of the best beaches in the Whitsundays!
The Whitsunday Islands are world renowned for their stunning islands, fringing reefs, and sandy beaches. The Whitsundays have extensive coastlines and beaches on the 74 islands that make up the Whitsunday Island group. The area has long been a tourist attraction for international and domestic travellers alike. Here are a few of the most beautiful beaches around the Whitsundays so you can see what makes this area so special.
1. Whitehaven Beach
Whitehaven Beach is debatably the world’s most beautiful beach and is known worldwide for its nearly pure white silica sand. Whitehaven Beach is definitely Australia’s most popular beach and it must be seen to be believed! It is home to Hill Inlet Lookout which showcases the ever-changing, swirling white sands that merge with Whitehaven Beach to make it the famous beach that it is.
2. Horseshoe Bay
This beautiful beach is located in Bowen, which is approximately 1 hour north of Airlie Beach. The beach is made up of beautiful white sand and framed by granite rocks on either side. It's popular with locals and tourists alike.
3. Hydeaway Bay
If you are looking for a quiet and secluded beach that many people don’t know about, then Hydeaway Bay is your beach! Hydeaway is located at the northern end of the Whitsundays and there are several resorts nearby if you want to have an overnight beach escape.
4. Catseye Beach
Catseye Beach is the main gathering spot on Hamilton Island. It is easily accessible to all guests, and it has some great snorkelling and water sports for guests who are looking for water activities. If you are lucky you might spot a turtle or whale if it's whale season.
5. Chalkies
This beach is located just across from Whitehaven Beach and is also home to the famous white silica sand that makes Whitehaven Beach so beautiful. Chalkies Beach has warm tropical waters and has beautiful corals and snorkelling. This is a great alternative if you are trying to escape the crowds of Whitehaven but still want to experience the magic of the Whitsundays.
Most of these beaches are not supervised, so make sure you are cautious when you snorkel or swim!
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