Sea turtle nests are mainly found on the beaches in the Bundaberg region, south of the Whitsundays. However, they are also popular in the Whitsundays & to assist you when you are out on the tours, below is information provided via the Great Barrier Reef Marina Park Authourity (GBRMPA). Do your best to keep informed about our underwater world in…
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What to do when it is raining in the Whitsundays?
Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays offers land tours so when the weather is not its usual ‘glorious day’ to be out on the water, then these are just some of the tours available. Crocodile Safari – enjoy a cruise up the Proserpine River for a leisure cruise to see the crocodiles in their natural habitat. Best time is winter when…
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Airlie Beach caravan parks – pet friendly as well.
Airlie Beach has quite a good range of caravan parks for those that like camping. If you are a backpacker and you want to stay in your camper van, you can pay a small fee to stay in the caravan parks and use their facilities like other campers. Most campsites also now offer cabins so compare prices as it might…
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Stingers in the Whitsundays
Stingers in the Whitsundays is a concern for many travelling to our destination. When is Stinger Season? Experts prefer not to use the term “stinger season” as this implies that jellyfish are only prevalent during this time. Stings have occurred at all times of the year, however are more prevalent during the months of November to May. November to May…
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Diving in the Whitsundays
Diving in the Whitsundays for certified divers and those wanting to try an introductory dive is available on day boats and overnight sailing boats. Not all boats offer this option and below is a list of those that currently (Oct, 2015) offer diving. The day boats are; Mantaray Charters and they will also take you to Whitehaven Beach as part…
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