Stunning Hamilton Island is Australia’s largest island resort with lots to see and do plus a wide variety of accommodation.
In addition to being a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton offers more than 60 activities, including jet ski and quad bike tours, parasailing, target shooting and fish feeding. There are even special performances by the Australian Ballet, several triathlon and ocean swim events, plus world-class sailing during Audi Race Week.
Guests also flock to see native Australian animals at the koala gallery and enjoy browsing specialty stores and galleries. After so much excitement, many visitors simply choose to relax by one of the pools or beaches, or sample local produce at the many restaurants and bars.
Staying on Hamilton Island
Hamilton Island offers six styles of accommodation. From the premium luxury of qualia to family-friendly hotels and self-catering apartments, Hamilton Island will meet your holiday needs and budget.
Houseguests can see the GBR with the Fantasea Reefworld Experience. We are the exclusive provider of reef trips to Hamilton Island houseguests or if you fancy a unique overnight accomodation experience, join us on Reefworld for our Reefsleep experience. Click here to find more info.
Click here for all bookings plus information about the island’s activities, amenities and a diary of events.
The Hamilton Island Experience
Fantasea’s full-day Hamilton Island Experience allows you to enjoy all the island has to offer. It includes free use of the ‘Island Shuttle’ service, the marina amenities and change rooms, plus the main pool and Bougainvillea pool. Fantasea will also supply you with special offers and vouchers prior to boarding your vessel at Shute Harbour.
Once you’re on Hamilton, visit the tour desk at the resort centre to plan your day and then explore the island at leisure on either the complimentary Island Shuttle, a hired golf buggy or just by foot.
If you would like to book the Hamilton Island experience, please click here.
If you’d like to combine your day trip to Hamilton Island with a visit to Whitehaven Beach, click here.
Getting There
Fantasea provides return transit from the mainland (Shute Harbour) to Hamilton Island on a high speed, air-conditioned Fantasea catamaran ferry. Transfers to your mainland hotel are also provided on request. Click here to view Fantasea’s comprehensive ferry service.
