Whitsundays
Daydream Island
Daydream Island is the closest of the Whitsunday Islands to Shute Harbour, lying just five kilometres from the mainland. The island features one of the oldest Whitsunday resorts which has recently been spectacularly refurbished.
Just one kilometre long and half a kilometre wide, Daydream is always popular with day visitors as it is only a short ride from the mainland.
Of its three beaches one is fringed by outcrops of coral and colourful fishlife. The centre and highest point of the island is a small but dense jungle of tropical vegetation inhabited by parrots and tiny sunbirds.
There is snorkelling along beaches with fringing coral, and water-sports including sailboarding, jet-skiing, parasailing, coral viewing in glass bottomed boats, and reef fishing. Play tennis, volleyball, badminton or croquet. Learn to dive or try sea kayaking. You can now also play mini golf on the Island at a spectacular putt putt golf course that needs to be seen to be believed.
To get there you can fly direct to nearby Hamilton Island Great Barrier Reef Airport from most Australian cities and transfer to Daydream Island by ferry. Or fly into Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport, travel by coach to Shute Harbour, and then by ferry over to Daydream Island. Helijet or seaplane transfers are available from the mainland and Hamilton Island.
Hayman Island
Hayman Island is located in the beautiful Whitsundays just off the Queensland coast, and home to Hayman, one of the world's finest resorts. Hayman Island is the epitome of tropical paradise.
On a sparkling sunny day the colour of the water of Hayman's lagoon and Whitsunday Passage are simply stunning - the hues range from turquoise to emerald and sapphire. Hayman Island offers guests plenty of activities that range from bushwalks to tours of the nearby Great Barrier Reef. Cruise or fly by helicopter to see Heart Reef, Hill Inlet or Whitehaven Beach, it's all possible at Hayman Island.
At the resort, all rooms have magnificent views of the Whitsundays or the tropical landscaped gardens. Visitors receive the best of both worlds, combining magnificence with the natural beauty of a tropical paradise. The most discerning traveller will be satisfied, but most likely delighted, at the luxurious amenities at the resort.
Lindeman Island
Lindeman Island is promoted as the warmest island in the Whitsundays, and although no-one is claiming much change in the temperature the international atmosphere certainly rubs off. Situated in 690 hectares of National Park, Lindeman offers sophisticated living and entertainment for adults.
Lindeman Island is covered by nearly 20 kilometres of, bushwalking tracks, beautifully maintained, which take you to the most scenic parts of the island. Stroll through Butterfly Valley or climb Mount Oldfield which is 212 metres above sea level and offers 360 degree views of Pentecost, Hamilton and Whitsunday Islands.
The Island has seven glorious beaches with Gap Beach a fantastic location for snorkelling and oystering.
Humpback whales can often be seen from the shore, a sight not to be forgotten. Dolphins are also frequent visitors.
On Lindeman, golden orchids grow on the mangroves at the end of the beach and over 90 species of birds dart through the trees.
There are a number of tiny islands dotted around Lindeman all a short dinghy ride away and perfect for a day of personal paradise.
Lindeman also has its own airstrip.
Lindeman Island combines natural beauty with sophistication and style for a truly memorable holiday experience.
White Heaven beach
White Heaven beach deserves its name. It's a beach only reachable by boat or helicopter and it has a beautiful white sand beach, and because it's not easily reachable there is space enough for the few people that are there.
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