Airlie Beach is the gateway to the 74 Islands of the Whitsunday's, which populate the crystal clear waters of the Coral Sea - the best of the Great Barrier Reef.

Airlie Beach is at the base of the magnificent Conway Mountain Range, which boasts the famous Great Walk and several other National Walks. Average temperatures are from 21-27 degrees centigrade with a daily 8.5 hours of sunshine. Airlie Beach village offers a full range of tourist facilities including:

• An extensive choice of restaurants & cafe's
• Car hire companies
• Watersports hire
• Daily tours to the Islands & Reef
• Shopping, weekly markets on the foreshore
• Post office
• Bars & nightclubs
• Banks & currency exchange centres
• An excellent base for a great holiday

You are able to partake in all types of Island tours, cruises, scuba diving, snorkelling, sailing, ocean rafting, fishing and seasonal whale watching. Visit the Great Barrier Reef, one of the natural wonders of the world. You can either go by boat, seaplane, helicopter or fly out and return by boat having explored the reef. To view the islands from the air is an unforgettable experience, to scuba dive or snorkel the reef is an experience not to be missed! Learn to Dive and Certified courses are available for the keen scuba diver.

The Islands set in the tropical sea provide almost unlimited opportunities. Cruise your way to Whitehaven Beach, an Island or the fringing reef for a day of adventure or relaxation. If you are more inclined to stay on the mainland, horseback trails, eco-tours, parasailing and visiting the local destinations are a must.

Travel by Air:

WHITSUNDAY COAST airport near Proserpine is 35 kms ( approx 35 minutes ) from Airlie Beach. A Whitsunday Transit bus meets every flight and will drop you at the door, it is cheaper to purchase a return ticket. Taxis are available, if there are three or more people a taxi is an economical proposition. Hire cars and limousines can be pre booked to meet you.

HAMILTON ISLAND airport is next closest option.. Two companies operate Ferry services from Hamilton Island Airport wharf : "

Cruise Whitsunday's come to Able Point Marina in Airlie Beach, a shuttle bus connects with the ferry and will drop you at our door or there are taxis. Due to licensing by the owners of Hamiliton Island it is required that guests electing to use the direct ferry service to Able Point book prior to their arrival at Hamiliton Island Airport. You can do this through your travel agent or your accommodation provider we are happy to arrange this for you.

Fantasea Blue ferries connect Hamilton Island Airport wharf to Shute Harbour

From Shute Harbour there are taxis or a bus to Airlie Beach about 10 Kms.

Otherwise you can take a bus to the harbour on Hamilton Island and then a Blue ferry to Shute Harbour, this option allows you to look around Hamiliton island but make sure you know the departure time of the last ferry

Island Air Taxis offer a service from Hamilton Island airport to a small airport just ten minutes from Airlie Beach. This is a lovely option as you get to see the islands and their surrounding reefs from the air

MACKAY AIRPORT is 150 Kms south of Airlie Beach, a Greyhound bus service operates from Mackay airport to Airlie Beach . www.greyhound.com.au.

Otherwise you can fly by Island Air Taxis or hire a car. There are also coach services from downtown Mackay.

Enjoy a scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands as you transfer from either Mackay Airport or Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach. Island Air is the fastest and most convenient airport and island transfer option.

Travel by Rail:

QUEENSLAND RAIL run regular services from both north and south to PROSERPINE, a Whitsunday Transit bus meets every train and will drop you at our door. It is cheaper to purchase a return ticket if you are continuing your journey by train.

Travel by Coach:

There are regular coach services from both north and south to Airlie Beach.

Travel by Self Drive:

AIRLIE BEACH is 1146 kms north of Brisbane and 640 kms south of Cairns and 24 kms east of Proserpine. The turn off from the Bruce Highway is just north of Proserpine.
From the turn off it is about 25 minutes drive, just before Airlie Beach , as you go up the hill you will see Able Point Mariner on your left. At the roundabout take the next turn right before you enter the village itself, into Waterson Road.1st right again into Airlie Cresent, we are 300 meters up the hill on the right overlooking Able Point Mariner.

Can We Assist?

 Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can assist with local transport. We are happy to book taxis be they road or air on your behalf.

However you travel we hope you enjoy your journey through our lovely countryside. Please ask us about planes, trains and automobiles, we can tell you of our guests experience- just write to us .

Dress Code:

 Dress is casual even at night. Bring light cloths, include a swimming costume, a wrap for the beach or island cruising, a jumper for a cool evening or sailing, Also a wide brimmed hat, sunblock at least 15+ and sand shoes or sneakers