Hamilton Island is just one of many Whitsunday Islands off the coast of Queensland. Hamilton Island is among the largest inhabited Whitsunday Islands with only a sprinkling of residents. Despite Hamilton Island's small size and even smaller population, guests to this island paradise are always in for a treat.
As a destination with the sole purpose of accommodating tourists, visitors can expect world class treatment as this little community has the tourism industry down to an art. This mini destination is big on charm and relaxation, and corners the market on beautiful island settings.
Getting in and around Hamilton Island
Hamilton Island Airport
Getting in to Hamilton Island involves an airport that is as petite as the island itself. The airport accommodates commercial aircraft and travellers can get to Hamilton Island via Virgin, Jetstar and Qantas among others. Travellers can also take a ferry from mainland Australia to Hamilton Island. To get to your hotel, there is a shuttle that meets every aircraft and delivers the travellers to one of the few Hamilton Island accommodations. Some Hamilton Island hotels send a chauffeur to pick up their guests.
Hamilton Island Transport
Getting around Hamilton Island is unique because cars are prohibited for guests. Most people travel around in golf buggies. Golf buggies for hire are available at various locations around the island. There is also a free shuttle service on the island that does an almost continuous route to the main attractions.
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Hamilton Island accommodation
Hamilton Island accommodation are few, but they are still big on quality and service. Because of the rather small community on Hamilton Island, prices tend to run high.
Luxury
Qualia is the height of luxury with a private beach, ocean views and fine dining.
At Beach Club, everything is literally at your fingertips. Indulge in the ultimate luxury vacation at Beach Club. Qualia is the height of luxury with a private beach, ocean views, and fine dining.
At Beach Club Resort, everything is literally at your fingertips. Indulge in the ultimate luxury vacation at Beach Club.
Mid-range
The Reef View Hotel on Hamilton Island offers the kind of luxurious environment and style that travellers are looking for.
Whitsunday Apartments Hamilton Island has everything you need wrapped up in a sleek, modern package. The Reef View Hotel on Hamilton Island offers the kind of luxurious environment and style that travellers are looking for.
Whitsunday Hamilton Apartments have everything you need wrapped up in a sleek, modern package.
Budget
At Palm Bungalows, you're just a few steps away from the beach. This accommodation is complete with ocean views and beach access. Palm Terrace and Palm Bungalows you're just a few steps away from the beach. This budget accommodation is truly complete with ocean views and beach access.
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Things to do in Hamilton Island
Many of Hamilton Island's activities focus on the Great Barrier Reef and the great outdoors. Here are just a few ways to soak up the sun and air in Hamilton Island.
Diving and snorkelling lessons. Not sure how to take full advantage of your underwater landmarks? H20 Diving and Snorkelling offers diving and snorkelling trips as well as certification and classes.
Hamilton Island Golf Club. For the sporting and athletic travellers, Hamilton Island Golf Club offers an 18-hole championship course.
Spa wumurdaylin is the place to treat yourself. With a luxurious menu of spa treatments to choose from, you are spoilt for choice at this relaxing haven.
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Day trips in and around Hamilton Island
Hamilton Island Fishing. Fishing off Hamilton Island is hard to beat. Topnotch Game Fishing offers fishing tours that will eclipse every fishing experience you've ever had.
Hamilton Island Hiking. As most of Hamilton Island is a protected national forest, the natural beauty of this place is very hard to match. Hiking tours take you through breathtaking scenery, and you may even see some of Australia's most enchanting wildlife.
Hamilton Island Sailing. For both beginners and veterans alike, Hamilton Island is the place to go sailing. Numerous sailing companies operate here, bringing a variety of sailing packages for the relaxing traveller and the thrill-seeker.
Hamilton Island Jet Ski tours. For those with a need for speed, a Jet Ski tour is the way to see Whitsunday Islands. Steer your personal jet ski through the maze of the Whitsunday Islands for a white-knuckle experience.
The Great Barrier Reef. Hamilton Island has many options for experiencing the Great Barrier Reef. From snorkelling and diving cruises, to aerial cruises, to submarines, you can find the Great Barrier Reef tour of your dreams in Hamilton Island.
Whitsunday Islands. Hamilton Island is just one among the many beautiful Whitsunday Islands, each with their own personality and charm. Take a tour - either by air or sea - of the many islands that make up this expansive network.
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