Whitehaven Beach

Whitehaven Beach is arguably the biggest drawcard to the Whitsundays, and we've got everything you need to know before you go! We'll help you decide which end to visit, and how to make the most of your time on this world-famous icon.  

The Whitsundays offers an array of day trips which all feature different highlights but all guarantee one thing: A stop at Whitehaven Beach! Check out all the tours available to Whitehaven Beach below. 

This award-winning beach continues to amaze tourists from around the world, and with so many ways to get there, the possibilities might seem endless! Here are the top 10 ways to see the incredible natural wonder that is Whitehaven Beach! 

The land down under is known for its array of unique and diverse natural landscapes-From the majestic glaring red Uluru exploding out of the stark outback to the lush tropical green rainforests, Australia is host to a wide variety of mother nature’s gifts. One would be remiss to not mention over 10,000 beaches, linking around the continent making it the country with the most beaches in the world. Of those 10,000, Whitehaven Beach stands to be the most popular and iconic, resting in the Whitsunday Islands in the tropical North East of Australia.

With its stunning view, Hill Inlet Lookout is one of the most photographed locations in the world.

Whitehaven Beach, located on Whitsunday Island off the east coast of Australia is world-famous for its fine white silica sand and the beautiful turquoise water that laps its shores but this is not all there is to explore. Once you’re done taking photos from every possible angle, there is no shortage of things to do at Whitehaven Beach!

The dream-like paradise of Whitehaven beach is a spectacular 7km stretch of impossibly white sand located on Whitsunday Island. Famous for its silky smooth white sand and crystal clear turquoise water, Whitehaven Beach is on the bucket lists of travellers worldwide with thousands making the journey each year.

The crystal clear turquoise water that surrounds pristine Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island looks particularly inviting on a hot day as it sparkles in the sun and there would be no better way to cool off than with a quick dip. So, can you swim at Whitehaven Beach?

The unofficial best-kept secret in the Whitsundays, Betty's Beach truly is a hidden treasure on Whitehaven Beach. Nestled on the north end of Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island, this protected cove is the perfect place to hide from the crowds and have your own little slice of paradise in the Whitsunday Islands.  

If you are thinking of making a day trip to Australia’s most iconic beach, you are most likely wondering how long it will take. There are endless options for day trips to Whitehaven Beach and which one you select will depend on your budget and how much time you wish to spend on the beach.