Hamilton Island: Day Cruise from Airlie + Lunch
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About this experience
The Hamilton Island Day Cruise is a full-day cruise departing from Airlie Beach at 33 Port Drive, taking passengers to Hamilton Island in the Whitsundays for approximately nine hours of self-guided exploration. The island sits within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and is one of the few inhabited islands in the Whitsundays accessible by regular ferry service, making it a practical base for a day on the water and on foot. For visitors planning a broader Queensland itinerary, Cairns attractions offer a comparable gateway to reef and island experiences further north. Once on the island, guests can swim at Catseye Beach or use the main resort pool, hike to Passage Peak, One Tree Hill, or along the South-East Head Trail, and get around using the included island shuttle bus. Lunch is covered at Marina Tavern or Popeyes, with one item per voucher included. Optional extras at additional cost include visiting the koalas at Hamilton Island Wildlife, go-karting, jetboating, and minigolf. Tickets cover the return boat cruise, beach and pool access, the island bushwalk, shuttle bus use, and one lunch item. Hotel transfers, drinks, and additional food are not included. The cancellation policy is date-based, so check your booking confirmation for the applicable cut-off.
Highlights
- Full-day cruise from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island
- Departs from 33 Port Drive, Airlie Beach for easy access
- Around nine hours of self-guided exploration on the island
- Hamilton Island sits within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
- One of few inhabited Whitsunday islands with regular ferry access
- Lunch included as part of the full-day package
What is included
- Boat Cruise
- Access to Catseye Beach
- Access to the pool area
- Lunch (one item per voucher)
- Use of island shuttle bus
- Island bushwalk
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Infant meals (available for purchase)
- Drinks and additional food
Cancellation terms
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience.
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