Whitehaven Beach

Overview

Whitehaven Beach is a renowned beach located on Whitsunday Island in Queensland, Australia. It is famous for its pristine white silica sand and clear blue waters.

Whitehaven Beach is one of the most famous and picturesque beaches in the world, known for its stunning natural beauty and unique silica sand.

Natural Scenic

Location

Address

Whitsunday Island, Queensland

Neighborhood: Whitsunday Islands

Coordinates

-20.283300, 148.716700

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

saturday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

sunday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Admission

Adults

Free

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

May-September

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds, better wildlife sightings

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

warm and pleasant

• whale watching
• wildflowers

summer

hot and humid

• warm water
• long daylight hours

autumn

mild and pleasant

• mild weather
• clear waters

winter

cool and pleasant

• cool breezes
• whale migrations

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead for tours
Bring ID
Check weather forecasts

What to Bring

essential

ID water sunscreen swimsuit

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

glass containers drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• strong currents
• sun exposure

Medical facilities: first aid available at nearby resorts

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

AUD

Typical Costs

tour $100

parking $5

food $15

souvenirs $20

Dress Code

casual and comfortable, swimwear, beachwear, flip-flops, sandals, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1-2 months
• official tour operators
• 24 hours
• available for tours

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Whitsunday Info

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Tour guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Nearby resorts and cafes

Charging Stations: Cafes and resorts

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Proserpine Airport

Distance: 45 km

Travel Time: 1 hour

taxi

$80 1 hour

shuttle

$20 1 hour

From City Center

Distance: 25 km

bus

$5 45 min

ferry

$15 1 hour

taxi

$50 30 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Stunning natural beauty, peaceful environment

Historical Significance: Traditional land of the Ngaro people

Insider Tips

Free entry to the beach
Best food at nearby restaurants

Local Recommendations

• Try local seafood at nearby restaurants
• Ask for guide recommendations

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello G'day

thank_you Ta

where_is Where's

how_much How much?

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, local indigenous languages

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Whitehaven Beach entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Stunning beach shots

#whitehavenbeach #whitsundayislands

Photography Rules

allowed areas all outdoor areas

prohibited areas none

flash photography allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy restricted

tripod policy allowed

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Hill Inlet Lookout

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Lookout

Champagne Bay

Distance: 5km

Walking: 1 hour

Type: Beach

Reviews

4.8

Based on 1,500 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book tours in advance"
"Visit early"
"Bring plenty of water"

Contact Information

+61 7 4946 9300

info@whitsundayinfo.com.au

www.whitsundayinfo.com.au

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