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Can you catch a ferry to Whitehaven Beach?
The best way to get to Whitehaven Beach is by catching a ferry from Arlie beach which takes 1 hour and 20 minutes (34 km). This ferry ride is usually done via a guided tour. Seaplanes and helicopters are another way to get to Whitehaven Beach. Sailing yachts are also a popular way to travel.
How do I get to Whitehaven Beach?
Whitehaven Beach is just a thirty-minute trip on a high-speed catamaran, and Hamilton Island offers several Whitehaven Beach day trips and Whitehaven Beach tours. You can explore the beach via a helicopter or seaplane from the island, and can also sail to Whitehaven Beach on one of the island’s yachts.
Is there a ferry from Hamilton Island to Whitehaven Beach?
Self Guided Whitehaven Beach Plus Hamilton Island Ferry Discover Whitehaven Beach Plus Hamilton Island on this two islands tour in the world-famous Whitsunday Islands on a full-day tour from Port Airlie, travelling in style aboard a high-speed, air-conditioned catamaran.
How much does it cost to go to Whitehaven Beach from Hamilton Island?
Whitehaven Beach & Hamilton Island Self Guided Tour
| From 1st April 2022 – 31st December 2022 | |
|---|---|
| Adult | $13.00 |
| Child (4 – 14) | $7.00 |
Are there toilets on Whitehaven Beach?
There are public toilets and a campsite at the southern end of the beach. There is a patch of fringing reef at the very southern end of Whitehaven Beach near the rocks, worth snorkelling over. The South Whitehaven Lookout is another gem of a walk.
Do you have to wear stinger suits in the Whitsundays?
The most responsible answer to the stinger suit question is yes, you should wear a stinger suit while swimming in The Whitsundays and here is why.
Can I day trip to Hamilton Island?
Yes, day trips to Hamilton Island are an ever-popular itinerary option for holiday-makers staying on the Whitsundays mainland!
Is Whitehaven Beach safe to swim?
Swim in the pristine ocean The shores are shallow, making Whitehaven a safe beach to swim off. With no significant rips or swells to worry about, and the water temperature delightfully tropical, you may not want to get out.
Can jellyfish sting you through a wetsuit?
To Sum It Up. Yes, a wetsuit protects against jellyfish stings. A wetsuit can also protect against rash, sunburn, and potentially prevent hypothermia. Rashguards can even help prevent jellyfish stings.
Whitehaven Beach can be accessed by boat, seaplane and helicopter from both Hamilton Island and Airlie Beach. A visit to Whitehaven is one of the most popular activities for anyone visiting the Whitsundays and there are a number of tours that offer day trips to the beach.
Where is Whitehaven Xpress?
Located along the sheltered South East edge of Whitsunday Island. Whitsunday Island is in the middle of all the 74 Whitsunday Islands and is a little over a 1 hour fast cruise from Airlie Beach. Whether you want to Chill on the famous beach, Swim in the crystal clear water for longer or Stroll along the shoreline, choose Whitehaven Xpress!
What is Whitehaven Beach famous for?
Whitehaven Beach. Boasting some of the purest sand in the world, Whitehaven Beach is famous for its brilliant white silica sand. In fact, the sand found on Whitehaven Beach is 98% pure silica, which accounts for its bright white colour and is thought to have been deposited on the beach over millions of years by prevailing sea currents.
Why choose Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach?
Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach has never been more relaxing. Whitehaven Beach has often been voted as one of the top beaches in Australia! Therefore it is no wonder why the beach stretching into the distance will take your breath away!