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Whitehaven Beach

Airlie Beach, Queensland

Nature

Seven kilometres of brilliant white silica sand on Whitsunday Island, reached only by boat, seaplane or helicopter from Airlie Beach or Hamilton Island. Stinger suits are sensible from about November to May.

Nearest town
Airlie Beach, Queensland
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
-20.3010, 149.0390
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–April and October–November. Hot in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Where is Whitehaven Beach?

Whitehaven Beach is in Airlie Beach, Queensland, at GPS -20.3010, 149.0390.

Which road trips pass Whitehaven Beach?

Whitehaven Beach is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Whitsunday Coast to Townsville.

What is there to see near Whitehaven Beach?

Places worth a stop nearby: Hill Inlet Lookout (2 km), Airlie Beach Lagoon (34 km), Heart Reef (61 km) and Cape Hillsborough National Park (69 km).

When is the best time to visit Whitehaven Beach?

The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–April and October–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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