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Endless choice Island activities

With over 60 activities available on Hamilton Island, you’ll never find yourself short of things to see and do.

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Explore the Great Barrier Reef

Whether you want to snorkel, dive, sail or even visit by helicopter, we offer plenty of memorable ways to explore the magnificent Great Barrier Reef.

Sail the Whitsundays Island activities

From romantic sunset sailing, to day-trips to Whitehaven Beach, Hamilton Island offers a whole range of ways to explore the Whitsunday Islands.

Plan before you leave Island activities

Make the most of your time on the island by pre-planning your stay.

Need help choosing your activities? Island activities

The Hamilton Island Tour Desk can suggest a range of activities and tours to suit you.

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Things to do on Hamilton Island

There’s plenty to do while you are here on holiday, including tours to the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding Whitsunday Islands, fishing tours and water sports, scenic flights, walking trails and a range of family-friendly, adventure based activities.

Plan ahead

To ensure you don’t miss out on our incredible activities, we recommend pre-booking ahead of your stay.  

Hamilton Island App

A handy pocket-guide to everything there is to see and do during your stay. The app provides a live 'what’s-on' guide, with start-times, locations and hundreds of up-to-the minute listings of the daily activities & entertainment taking place across the island every day of the year. There are also live weather updates, detailed maps and listings of all facilities. Download the app here.

Tour Desk response times

Speak to our friendly team at the Tour Desk, located in the Resort Centre or call 1300 659 133 to book your island activities. Given the high call volumes, we recommend also browsing our website and the Hamilton Island app to discover more about on-island activities. If your booking request is for a date that is more than two months from now, please submit an online booking request– and we will respond to you within seven (7) working days. Your enquiry is very important to us. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Hamilton Island.

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Enjoy a swim at Catsye Beach on Hamilton Island - luxury holiday Hamilton Island

Saver Rate

Save up to 10% off our Nightly Rate when you lock in your stay by paying a non-refundable deposit. Available at the Palm Bungalows, Reef View Hotel and Beach Club.
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Holiday Homes Stay 7, Pay 6

Book 6 nights in a Hamilton Island Holiday Home and stay a little longer with a complimentary additional night.
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Heart Island Adventure

Discover one of the Great Barrier Reef’s most iconic sights in an unforgettable way with a Journey to the Heart tour and three nights' accommodation.
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qualia - Heart Island Luxury Adventure

Experience the ultimate Great Barrier Reef adventure with a Journey to the Heart tour and three nights’ of world-class luxury.
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Explore the Great Barrier Reef by helicopter - Hamilton Island family holiday

Best of the Whitsundays

Staying three nights, explore the Great Barrier with a full day Reef trip, a half day trip to Whitehaven Beach, weekly entry to Hamilton Island Wildlife, complimentary breakfast and more.
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Romantic Escape

Enjoy luxury island accommodation for three nights, including a bottle of sparkling wine on arrival, 'On the Edge' twilight sail, three-course set dinner at Romano's and more.
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qualia - Signature Experience

Spoil yourself with a quintessential qualia experience including seven nights' accommodation, gourmet dinner, daily breakfast and more.
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Watch the sunset over the Hamilton Island Golf Club - Dent Island

Golf Package

Combine a holiday in paradise with a round of golf on the world-class Hamilton Island Golf Club.
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Encounter marine life snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef - Hamilton Island vacation

Great Barrier Reef Adventure

Experience one of the natural wonders of the world, with three nights accommodation, a full day trip to the Great Barrier Reef, complimentary breakfast daily, use of non-motorised watersports, free WiFi and more.
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qualia - Couple’s Indulgence

Enjoy a truly romantic getaway with three nights at qualia, champagne, a luxury sunset cruise, and gourmet picnic on a secluded beach, complimentary à la carte breakfast daily and more.
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Have a relaxing lunch at the Clubhouse on Dent Island - Hamilton Island golf holidays

qualia - Golf Getaway

Play 18 holes at one of Australia’s best golf courses and enjoy three nights’ accommodation, gourmet dinner at Long Pavilion or Pebble Beach, complimentary à la carte breakfast daily and more.
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See the renowned Heart Reef in the Great Barrier Reef - holidays Hamilton Island

qualia - Reef Discovery

Enjoy three nights' at the award-winning qualia, including a Great Barrier Reef Discovery Flight, gourmet dinner at Long Pavilion or Pebble Beach, complimentary à la carte breakfast daily and more.
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Hamilton Island luxury holidays - explore the Great Barrier Reef and Reef by air

qualia - Snorkel & Explore

Experience all the colour and magnificence of the Great Barrier Reef including three nights at the luxurious qualia, a full day snorkel trip to the Great Barrier Reef, complimentary à la carte breakfast daily and more.
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qualia - Whitehaven Beach by Helicopter

Discover the magic and splendour of world-famous Whitehaven Beach from above - with a luxurious helicopter tour, three nights at qualia, gourmet breakfast and more.
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See the amazing Whitehaven Beach from the air - romantic holidays Hamilton Island

Whitehaven Beach by Helicopter

Discover the magic and splendour of world-famous Whitehaven Beach from above - with a luxurious helicopter tour, four nights' accommodation in your choice of accommodation, complimentary breakfast and more.
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Discover the Great Barrier Reef via boat - luxury holidays Hamilton Island

Snorkel & Explore Experience

For a truly unforgettable snorkelling adventure, this package includes three nights, a full day snorkel trip including buffet style lunch, complimentary breakfast daily, use of non-motorised watersports, free WiFi and more.
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Hamilton Island luxury holidays - see Hill Inlet and the Great Barrier Reef by air

Family Whitsundays Adventure

Stay three nights and spend quality family time with a full day trip to the Great Barrier Reef, a half day trip to Whitehaven Beach, entry to Hamilton Island Wildlife, Kids Stay & Eat Free and more.
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Things to see and do on Hamilton Island:

Put your feet up

With the beautiful Catseye beach, and several pools, sun decks, landscaped gardens and incredible views, Hamilton Island makes it incredibly easy to while away the hours with nothing more than a good book and drink in hand.

Sail the Whitsundays

Take one of our tours around the beautiful Whitsunday Islands, and visit the world-famous Whitehaven Beach.

Visit the Great Barrier Reef

Whether you want to sail, snorkel, dive or even tour by helicopter, Hamilton Island is the perfect base from which to explore this natural wonder.  

Play a round of golf

Hamilton Island Golf Club is the only Australian 18-hole championship course on its own island. 

Watersports

If you’re feeling active, you can take advantage of the island’s complimentary catamarans, kayaks, paddleboards, windsurfers and snorkelling equipment.

Enjoy great bars and restaurants  

Sample fresh, regional produce, or relax with a drink in hand, at Hamilton Island’s many renowned restaurants and bars. 

Take a class at the Art Gallery

The Hamilton Island Art Gallery is the perfect setting to unleash your inner creativity and learn from our resident artist, using the beautiful Whitsunday Islands as your inspiration.  

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Flying drones/remotely piloted aircraft at Hamilton Island

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In the heart of the Whitsundays, Hamilton Island is the perfect base for exploring Australia’s Great Barrier Reef: one of the natural wonders of the world.

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