A dream beach near the Great Barrier Reef
Considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Whitehaven Beach is located in the Whitsunday Islands archipelago, off the northwest coast of Queensland, and sheltered by the Great Barrier Reef.
This archipelago has 74 islands, including Hamilton Island, very popular with affluent tourists and Australians who come to celebrate their bachelorette party. Whitehaven Beach is located on Whitsunday Island.
The special sand of Whitehaven Beach
If the islands are all more beautiful than the others, Whitehaven Beach stands out for its silica white sand, ultra fine. To the touch, it looks like flour while its cool temperature clashes with the bright sun bathing the 7 km expanse. Best of all, the water is crystal clear, again thanks to the white sand.
How to get to this beach?
Typically, tourists take a Whitsunday Islands cruise, including a stop for a few hours at Whitehaven Beach. The site is preserved by the Australian government. However, camping areas are planned; those less in a hurry will often dock them by boat. Travelers must plan ahead and take their water with them (at least five liters per day and per person), as well as their oil or gas equipment for cooking. Fires are prohibited.
Between beach and tropical forest
The real tip in Whitehaven Beach? To rejoin Hill Inlet, north of the beach, which is bordered by a tropical forest. It is here that all photographers, professionals and amateurs alike, immortalize the blue reflections of the water mingling with the pale color of the sand. An observatory is also positioned at the level of Tongue Point.
What to do in Whitehaven Beach?
Given the clarity of the water, the snorkeling is obviously the most recommended activity. Note, however, that the fun can be wasted during jellyfish season, between November and May. It is strongly recommended in this case to wear a combination.
The colors and beauty of Whitehaven beach can also be savored from the air by taking part in a flight over the archipelago. Several companies offer a route, which sometimes pushes the route to the Great Barrier Reef.
