Queensland Islands
Where else but Queensland can you experience the natural wonder of the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef? A visit to the Whitsundays is not complete without a day cruise to the outer reef where you can snorkel, scuba dive or view the reef from a glass bottom boat. For a unique reef experience stay overnight at Fantasea’s Reefworld pontoon or spoil yourself with a scenic seaplane or helicopter flight over the famous Heart Reef.
For the ultimate Great Barrier Reef encounter snorkel the reef directly from the beach at Lizard,Double,Green,Fitzroy,Heron,Wilson and Lady Elliot Islands. While Heron, Lady Elliot and Lizard islands are a must for scuba diving enthusiasts.
The Queensland Islands, full of lush rainforests, breath taking national parks and a variety of marine, bird and wildlife, is the place to go if you are a nature lover at heart and are looking to observe some of Australians native animals. Here you get to experience herons, sea turtles and dugongs in their natural habitat.
Depending on what you enjoy and what you are expecting from you holiday, there is an island that is sure to have what you are looking for. To visit the world largest sand island, a great place to explore is Fraser Island. To experience the thrill of hand feeding a wild whale, then you would want to visit the Tangalooma Island Resort. You can also observe nesting turtles from the months of November to May, on Lady Elliot, Heron or Wilson Islands. If your visit is taking place during the months of June to November, then you can experience the migrating of whales along the coastline of Queensland.
For those of you that love any activity which allows you to take in the sun, Queensland does not fall short in supplying them for you. From the heart pumping adventures of jet skiing and windsurfing, to a relaxing sail to Whitehaven beach.
As you see, the Queensland Islands and Whitsundays is a great place for families to visit. They have activities for all ages, and many resorts offer Kids Club facilities, to keep the children entertained, while you enjoy some free relaxing time.