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Activities in Airlie Beach


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    If you have ever dreamed of scuba diving on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, well this is your chance. Whether you're a first timer or a certified diver, want to dive the island fringing coral or visit the Outer Barrier Reef, this is the experience is for you.
     
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    Eco Tallships, Multi Award Winning Reef Island & Eco Interpretation Experiences Sail, Snorkel, Explore, Beachwalk, Bushwalk, Learn or Relax. Combining style, space, grace and the heritage of sailing with a focus on reef, rainforest and wildlife eco interpretation by formally trained crew.
     
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    Performance sailing in comfort. Wide, flat decks above and spacious accommodation below with only twelve guests in a friendly intimate environment. Enjoy the cutting edge speed of this fun sailing adventure aboard a thoroughbred racer. Get involved in the sailing or sit back and take in the view.
     
  • thumbnail of Helicopter Flight and Deserted Island Picnic for 2
    Castaway on a romantic adventure in the Whitsundays! Indulge in an exhilarating birds eye view of the Whitsunday Islands from your private helicopter as you escape to a secluded island. Sip chilled champagne as you savour a gourmet picnic hamper in unspoiled natural beauty. Min 2 people
     
  • thumbnail of Whitsunday Island Scenics for 2
    So you want a little excitement in your life? This is it! Climb aboard our Bell helicopter and take an armchair ride into the Whitsunday sky - this is an encounter you won''t forget and the safest rush you will experience in this lifetime! Min 2 people
     
  • thumbnail of 2 Hour Whitsunday Unlimited for 2
    Be left breathless as your panoramic flight takes you over all the high spots in and around the beautiful Whitsunday Islands. Enjoy a comprehensive commentary as you fly over the majesty of Daydream Island, South Molle Island, Hayman Island, Hook Island, Whitsunday Island and Whitehaven Beach!
     
  • thumbnail of 3 Night Airlie Beach Tallship Sailing
    Nothing matches the feeling of standing on a square rigger with the wind in your face and the smell of salt in the air as you watch the huge red sails billowing aloft. The itinerary is unhurried setting aside time for strolling secluded beaches, snorkeling, diving and hiking national park trails.
     
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    Sea Kayak over fringing coral reefs and explore deserted tropical islands. See giant sea turtles, dolphins and soaring sea eagles from the best seat in the house - out there on the water!
     
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    Spend an exhilarating day exploring islands and beaches by sea kayak. See giant turtles, soaring sea eagles and spectacular reef life "up close and personal".
     
  • thumbnail of 6 Day Whitsunday island Sea Kayak Expedition
    Spend 6 fabulous days exploring the outer Whitsunday islands by sea kayak - camping at night on deserted beaches and snorkeling over amazing fringing coral reefs.
     
  • thumbnail of Helicopter Island Day Adventure for 2
    Spend a day living it up by enjoying a scenic helicopter flight over the amazing Whitsunday Islands as well as enjoying resort facilities on your choice of island - Daydream, South Molle or Long Island. Min 2 passengers
     
  • thumbnail of Helicopter Reef Adventure -2.5 to 3.5 hours for 2
    See all the Whitsunday's has to offer in one day! Discover spectacular views from your "bubble" helicopter of the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef, including Heart Reef. Enjoy champagne on either Whitehaven Beach / snorkeling at secluded Langford Reef and feasting on a gourmet picnic.
     
  • thumbnail of Helicopter Whitehaven Beach Picnic Adventure for 2
    Join us for a scenic adventure! In your private 'bubble' helicopter we'll fly over the breathtaking Whitsunday Islands with plenty of photographic opportunities. Sip chilled champagne as you savour a gourmet picnic hamper in the unspoiled natural beauty of Whitehaven Beach. Min 2 passengers
     
  • thumbnail of Pacific Sunrise - Sail and Dive in Style
    The moment you step aboard Pacific Sunrise Whitsundays, you will feel as though you have stepped back in time to a traditional boutique hotel where high levels of service, low guests numbers and an atmosphere of distinction we part of the norm.
     
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    Sail & DiveCat Adventures - Multi Award Winning Adventure Diving Specialists - Sail, Dive, Snorkel, Explore, Beachwalk, Bushwalk or Relax. Providing overnight live aboard snorkelling and scuba diving voyages that explore the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
     
  • thumbnail of 2-3 Night Whitehaven Beach Sailing Getaway for 2
    Ideal for honeymooners and couples wanting a romantic getaway. Maximum of four couples each with their own private cabin and ensuite ensuring extra privacy.
     
  • thumbnail of 4.5-hr Whitsunday Seaplane, Snorkel & Beach Tour
    There is a good reason why this tour is our most popular! Witness the finest the region has to offer and enjoy the incredible land and seascapes of the World Heritage listed Whitsunday Islands National Park and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park from both the air and on the surface.
     
  • thumbnail of Reef Adventure - Seaplane and Snorkel 3 Hours
    Departing daily, our seaplanes showcase the amazing expanse of the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park from above sea level before landing and transferring to our private semi- submersible at Hardy Reef to experience its beauty from below sea level.
     
  • thumbnail of Whitehaven Experience by Seaplane 2.5 Hours
    Visit famous Whitehaven Beach in style by seaplane. Flights depart daily and include a spectacular scenic flight over the Whitsunday Passage and a number of islands of the Whitsunday Island National Park group.
     
  • thumbnail of Reef & Whitehaven Scenic Seaplane Flight
    This is the most comprehensive scenic flight on offer from Airlie Beach! Relax in absolute comfort as our seaplanes showcase the Whitsunday Island National Park and the breathtaking expanse of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park World Heritage Area.
     
  • thumbnail of Apollo III 2 day / 1 night Whitsunday Sailing Tour
    2 day / 1 night sailing tour - Whitsundays
     
  • thumbnail of Daydream Island & Whitehaven Beach Full Day Cruise
    A full day cruise. Enjoy the morning cruise around the Whitsundays to Whitehaven Beach and then top off the day with an afternoon on Daydream Island. Enjoy lunch at Mermaid's beachside restaurant then an afternoon of activity or just lazing by the pool.
     
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    A half day cruise. Explore the more remote beautiful bays, islands and beaches and see the very best of the Whitsundays National Park on this fully guided half day cruise.
     
  • thumbnail of Whitsunday Crocodile Safari
    See crocodiles and Australian wildlife in their natural habitat on our Whitsunday nature safari. Includes a calm water cruise on Proserpine River with the opportunity to spot crocodiles, wetland wagon-train tour, billy tea, damper and barbeque lunch. Full commentary by our experienced, local guides.
     
  • thumbnail of Daydream Island Stayput - 3 Day/2 Night
    A wonderful Island escape to Daydream Island Resort and Spa, including a full day trip to the Great Barrier Reef or a Camira Sailing Adventure to Whitehaven Beach.
     
  • thumbnail of Long Island Stayput - 3 Day/2 Night
    A wonderful Island escape to Long Island Resort, including a full day trip to the Great Barrier Reef or a Camira Sailing Adventure to Whitehaven Beach.
     
  • thumbnail of 2.5 hour Whitsunday Deserted Island Picnic
    Indulge in an exhilarating birds eye view of the Whitsunday Islands from your private helicopter as you escape to your secluded Whitsunday Island. Sip chilled champagne as you savour a gourmet picnic hamper in unspoiled natural beauty. Swim, snorkel or just enjoy the tranquility.
     

Tourist Attractions in Airlie Beach


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    Airlie Beach

    THE WHITSUNDAYS is a general term applied to a group of 74 islands which form a protective barrier offshore from the mainland village of AIRLIE BEACH. Sheltered in turn by the Great Barrier Reef the islands commonly have fringeing coral reefs & small sheltered beaches. Combined with a 10-15 knot onshore breeze this creates our world renown sparkling blue, SAFE, sailing & cruising waters. The HINTERLAND includes sugar-cane & cattle properties, plus the Conway National Park & State Forest, which contains one of the world's oldest Tropical RAINFORESTS, and is home to some unique flora & fauna, PLUS the Proserpine River WETLANDS- Home of the infamous saltwater CROCODILE. Half & full-day eco-tours available, some self-drive tours, with National Park bush & rainforest walking tracks now including a 3 day Great Walks of Australia through the State Forest & National Park.
     

Things To Do in Airlie Beach


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    AIRLIE BEACH

    GATE WAY TO THE BARRIER REEF AND WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS Airlie Beach is fast becoming Australia's Trendiest Beach, Boating, Nightlife Holiday destination. Silimar to a topography of French Mediterranean Coast Line and Vibrant as Noosa without the high rises and traffic of Hastings street . Airlie Beach caters to the Family , Backpacker, Boaty, Fisherman, upmarket Restaurant goers and the party night club set. Plenty of Hiking and bush walks in the local Conway Ranges within walking distance of Airlie Beach. In summary a holiday destination that caters for all tastes ...old and young.
     

Getting There in Airlie Beach


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    Airlie Beach

    How to get here? You can Drive, Fly, Sail, Bus it or Train it, about the only way you can not get here is by Direct International Flight... but that might just change in the future. Driving - Airlie Beach is located about 20 Km's east of Proserpine which is located on Bruce Highway 1094 km's north of Brisbane or 614 km's south of Cairns. Flying - Both Virgin Blue and Jet Star fly into the Whitsunday Coast Airport (About 35 minutes from Airlie Beach). Bus it - If you really want to, then contact any of the leading bus companies as they all pick up and drop off daily in Airlie Beach Train it - The 'New' Tilt Train, which runs from Brisbane to Proserpine, is a new and different way to travel to the Whitsunday’s. Climate Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday’s enjoys a subtropical climate and is located approximately on the same latitude as Rio De Janeiro, Mauritius, Tahiti and New Caledonia. If you like cold weather then DON'T come to the Whitsunday’s! The Whitsunday’s has arguably the best climate in Australia. When its 40 degrees in Melbourne during Summer, we have a beautiful 30 degree day (30 degrees is about the average temperature for Summer), without the over bearing humidity you find further north. When winter comes around and the heaters and woolly jumpers come out down south, Airlie Beach is enjoying PERFECT winters days, with an average winter temperature of approximately 23 degrees.