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Whitsunday Island Tours: 8 Incredible Things To See

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Whitsunday Islands Tours: 8 Incredible Things To See

 Your Guide To The Most Beautiful Tropical Islands In Australia

Home to some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in the world, The Whitsunday Islands offer all that you could wish for. Azure water, fringing coral reefs, white sandy beaches, and lush vegetation.

A group of 74 tropical islands located off Queensland, Australia’s northeastern coast The Whitsunday Islands include one of the seven natural wonders of the world – The Great Barrier Reef.

What comes to mind when you think about a Whitsunday Islands tour? Is it Hamilton Island or Daydream Island, or a visit to Whitehaven Beach? As you will discover, a resort stay is incomparable to the vast beauty and activities nature provides.

What if we told you the best way to experience the Whitsundays is onboard the immersive experience of a live-aboard yacht?

Leaving the world behind and setting sail off into the crystal clear waters, all the beauty and wonder of the Whitsunday Islands suddenly becomes accessible.

You’ll experience coastal views at their finest and marvel at marine wildlife from your private deck. Passing through the most famous destination in Queensland, The Great Barrier Reef, your eyes will take in vast clusters of coral and beautiful tropical fish as they swim peacefully to the rhythms of the pristine waters.

It’s time to discover the dazzling beauty of the 8 best places things to do in Australia’s Whitsunday Islands which are only accessible by boat:

#1 The Famous Whitehaven Beach

Sink your toes into the white silica sands of the renowned and award-winning Whitehaven Beach. Swim the crystal clear waters of this insta-worthy destination. Of course, you could take a day trip from your resort – but why the extra expense and limited time frame? Instead, anchor your private yacht and enjoy for as long as you like. Swim the calm and sheltered waters or try paddle-boarding straight off the beach. The southern end offers a range of lookouts and walks which you can do.

The sand is extremely fine and brilliant white which means it doesn’t heat up and burn during the hottest hours of the day. You can comfortably walk on it at all times. One fun thing to do is to clean your jewellery in the sand. Its pure quartz material combined with the seawater enables you to polish your favourite ring or chain with just a little scrub. Watch it shine in the sunlight!

a body of water with Whitehaven Beach in the background