Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island is the largest inhabited island of the Whitsundays and the only island in the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef with its own commercial airport. The stunning, multiple award-winning resort island is a holiday hotspot for local and international visitors, boasting pristine white beaches, a kaleidoscope of coral and marine life, and year-round mild temperatures. 

For many visitors to the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island (affectionately known as "Hammo") is their first port of call thanks to scheduled air services from mainland cities flying into Hamilton Island Airport. The adjacent marina is the island’s hub with hotels, restaurants, cafes, and shops lining Front Street.

Hamilton Island offers a wide selection of bars and restaurants, an abundance of water sports and Great Barrier Reef tours and activities and year-round cultural events. 

Accommodation ranges from luxury couples’ suites to family-friendly apartments and holiday homes.

The island is also the home of Audi Hamilton Island Race Week – Australia’s largest offshore yachting regatta. 

Top things to do: 

• Charter a luxury boat or superyacht for the day or an overnight adventure, and explore iconic Australian landmarks such as Heart Reef and stunning Whitehaven Beach.  
• Lace up your walking shoes, leave the tourist strip behind and step out on the walking trail to Passage Peak. An easy walk for anyone of moderate fitness, the reward is panoramic views of the surrounding islands rising from the Coral Sea.
• Also not to be missed are the sunsets from One Tree Hill where a small wine bar does a roaring trade over sundowners.
• Tour the island in your own golf buggy or paddle around the island in a sea kayak.
• Make some furry friends at the island's wildlife park and 'Breakfast with the Koalas’ at the Koala Gallery.
• View all the tours and attractions on Hamilton Island.