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Top 5 Caravan Parks In Airlie Beach

Top 5 Caravan Parks In Airlie Beach

Stay At Airlie Beach And Explore The Whitsunday Islands, Whitehaven Beach and Great Barrier Reef

Airlie Beach is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Queensland. With its stunning natural landscapes, crystal-clear waters and laid-back beach culture, it’s easy to see why. It is also the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands. If you’re looking for cost effective accommodation, these caravan parks are definitely worth checking out.

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No. 1 | Big4 Adventure Resort

This multi-award winning BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort park is our No. 1 for a reason! Set on 26 idyllic acres of landscaped tropical gardens you’ll find facilities to suit the young and the young at heart. It’s a holiday destination in itself.  With so many features including 32m lagoon style swimming pool, two waterslides, swim in spa and water mushrooms alongside their BIG HUGE MEGA Waterslide Park with 13 waterslides! An adventure playground, kids craft club, 18 hole mini-golf, full size tennis court, animal park, outdoor cinema and sensory room. With endless activities of offer, it’s our top caravan park in Airlie Beach.

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No 2 | Big4 Whitsundays Tropical Eco Resort

Nestled in 7 acres of lush tropical rainforest surrounded by the beautiful mountain range of Conway National Park is Big4 Whitsundays Tropical Eco Resort. Being a only minutes drive to two of the major ports and the main street of Airlie Beach, it is the perfect place to explore all the land and sea has to offer in our little part of the world. With a kids playground, inflatable ninja challenge, jumping pillow and go cart hire for the kids as well as a solar heated swimming pool and movie nights under the stars.

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No 3| NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

The NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park has plenty of accommodation options; from camp sites and comfortable cabins to boutique bungalows and breathtaking Bali villas (pet friendly camping also available). Located just a 2-minute drive south of the town centre and directly opposite Cannonvale Beach this quiet park has a licenced fish and chips shop nearby, a lovely pool and water splash activities for the kids.

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No 4 | Tasman Holiday Park Airlie Beach

Right in the heart of Airlie and within walking distance of the Main Street the Tasman Holiday Park Airlie Beach. What it lacks in facilities it makes up for in convenience. It’s walking distance to the local IGA supermarket across the road from the tavern which has great food and a huge kids area. A coffee van will greet you in the morning near the entrance and every afternoon at 4pm is bird feeding.

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No 5 | Discovery Park Airlie Beach

Tucked into the tropical rainforest Discovery Park Airlie Beach is an ideal comfortable getaway for families. You’ll see Australian wildlife milling about the park, including kangaroos, wallabies, possums, goannas, scrub turkeys, parrots and rainbow lorikeets. It has a resort feel with a swimming pool (including toddler pool) and outdoor spas where you can laze under the umbrellas all day. The kids will be well entertained with a playground, bouncing pillow and a splashtacular water park – the perfect haven for youngsters.

Whilst in Airlie Beach why not visit famous Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet on a day trip or immerse yourself in the Whitsunday Islands on our overnight private charters before or after your mainland stay.

Call us to discuss your options on (07) 4967 7555 or email [email protected].

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