Airlie Beach is the entrance to the Whitsundays and we guarantee you’ll have an epic time here! Hit up the incredible Whitsundays on a sailing trip to experience Whitehaven Beach and the beautiful Whitsunday islands and then return to Airlie for a few crazy nights with your new found Crew. Sleep off a few days of action at the lagoon in the day – 1 of our top 5 places in Oz – and we’ve seen it ALL!
Where is it?
Queensland, off the coast of Airlie Beach
Get these ON your bucketlist...
Visit the Whitsundays on a 3 day 2 night sailing trip
Visit the Whitsundays on a 1 day trip
Skydive
Take a scenic flight over the Whitsundays & Heart Reef
Beaches – epic backpacker meal deals {we’re talking dinner plus a drink for $15!}
Boatshed – next to nomads/base this place has the real sailing vibe and does a GOOD steak!
There’s an awesome japanese restaurant on Shute Harbour Road
Hit the town...
Boom – whitsundays afterparty!
Magnums – part of the hostel with a club
Beaches for live music and cheap drinks
Top tips for the Whitsundays..
Airlie Beach is the gateway to the Whitsundays and a hub for backpackers! Check out our tips below to make the most of Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays:
Make sure you arrive into Airlie Beach the day BEFORE your tour begins
Enjoy the chilled vibes around the lagoon
If you are flying, make sure you choose PROSPERINE airport, not Hamilton Island
Bring a zipless bag to take your stuff on board the sailing boats
Our Top Tips
Accommodation
Magnum Backpackers
Nomads Hostel
Day Tours
Ocean Rafting Whitehaven Beach Snorkel Tour
Airlie Beach Skydive
Scenic Flight
Bars
Beaches Bar and Grill
The Boathouse
Boom Club
Restaurants
SushiHi
SideWalk Cafe
The Boathouse
Beaches
How long?
5 Days
We recommend spending 5 days in Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays. Without a doubt the best way to explore the Whitsunday Island and Whitehaven Beach is on a 3 day 2 night sailing tour, allocate a day before and a day after as you’ll want to relax after all that fun!
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