Whether you’re looking for adrenalin-inducing adventure, or something a little more relaxed and scenic, Hamilton Island offers a whole selection of island experiences to suit all ages and fitness levels.
Ways to explore Hamilton Island:
Create your own adventure
Hire a golf buggy and cruise around the island at your own pace, test your skills on the go-karting track, or take an exciting bush tour on a quad bike.
Admire the view
Thanks to its steep, island terrain, Hamilton Island offers some truly magnificent vantage points and walking trails. Simply put your walking shoes on, and find a path that’s right for you. For something different, you can even organise a hiking tour to another island within the Whitsundays.
Go bowling
The island even has its own bowling centre - where you can enjoy a fun glow-in-the-dark evening game.
Hit the water
The waterways close to the island are teaming with marine life. Explore them at your own pace by hiring a dingy, sea kayak or even a stand up paddleboard from Hamilton Island Beach Sports on Catseye Beach.
Take some time out
Take a break from exploring the island, and visit the luxurious and decadent Spa wumurdaylin.
Go shopping
Whether you’re looking for food, fashion or even art, Hamilton Island offers plenty of opportunities to shop (or window shop).
Take a dip
As well as some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches, Hamilton Island offers a whole selection of pools where you can relax, have fun, and quickly settle into island life.
Enjoy live music
A rotation of live music is held across Hamilton Island at venues such as Reef Lounge, The Palms, Main Pool, One Tree Hill and Bommie Deck. Please see here for more information and on the Hamilton Island app.
Work up a sweat
If you’ve had enough rest and relaxation, you can also get active at the island’s fully-equipped gym, hire a tennis court or make your way to the Aquatic Driving Range in Palm Valley.
Take a tour
If you’re after some organised fun, Hamilton Island offer a huge selection of professional tours - ranging from bushwalking expeditions, to audio walking tours that you can download to your own smartphone.
Learn a new skill
For a truly unique holiday experience, Hamilton Island also offers a whole range of classes all year round - including photography lessons, art classes and master classes with renowned Australian chefs.