Activities to Enjoy on Hamilton Island, Australia

Catseye Beach, Hamilton Island [Image source]

If you have a holiday booked on Hamilton Island or plan to book one, you may well be wondering what activities and sights there are to enjoy. Well, luckily, Hamilton Island has many things for you and all the family to do. The island is situated between Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef, which means that there are plenty of opportunities to see something amazing. Here are a few of them:

Hamilton Island Icons Trail

This is a free trail you can take the family on where you will see the islands four famous icons. There is a giant chair where you can perch and enjoy the scenery, a giant swing and hammock, and the stunning panoramic views that can be enjoyed from the viewing platform. Along the way, you will find sandy coves and private beaches, as well as a wide variety of native flora and wildlife.

The Go-Kart Track

Who doesn’t love a bit of go-karting? This could be the perfect activity for young teenagers to enjoy, as well as yourself. This go-karting adventure takes place on an outdoor track and is open every day. So, if you are at a bit of a loose end, why not try this.

Passage Peak

This is a walking trail that is recommended to commence at the Scenic Trail Entrance. Although this walk boasts spectacular scenery and wildlife, it is a little on the challenging side with a very steep section. So, it is not suitable for young children, the elderly, or anyone who struggles to do normal activities. ​

The Great Barrier Reef and Boat Tours to Whitehaven Beach

Due to its prime location, Hamilton Island offers a range of snorkelling and boating tours. You can literally benefit from some of the most pristine waters in the world, which is awesome for that vital visibility. Seeing the coral reef is like nothing you will have experienced before. A whole underwater world completely alien to our own. You may even have some scope to go scuba diving. It really is a sight to behold and well worth a boating trip.

Whitehaven Beach tours from Hamilton Island [Image source]

Spa Wumurdayli

Need a day to relax well Spa Wumurdaylin is exactly what you need. It offers a lot of LaGaia products that are specially designed with essential elements infused to enhance your body to its ultimate wellness. Spa’s are always a great way to spend a day and this has got to be one of the more relaxing experiences you can purchase.

Stunning Beaches

No island would be complete without an array of stunning beaches to enjoy. With Coral Cove, Escape Beach and Soth East Head, among others to go to, you won’t have issues finding somewhere private and secluded to call your own for a peaceful afternoon.

Places to Stay

As with anywhere else, there are plenty of different choices when it comes to Accommodation Hamilton Island. You could go to the usual hotel, or maybe you want something a little more private. Holiday homes and apartments are very popular and give you that sense of freedom and being at home that you may not get with a hotel.