qualia resort aerial view of Catseye Beach lined with palm trees and hobie cats watersports dotted in the sea

Exploring Hamilton Island

The Whitsunday Islands experience starts on Hamilton Island, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.

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Pre-Book Activities in Advance

Pre-booking is recommended for dining, spa treatments, golf and other tours and activities.

Koala curled around tree stump as part of qualia resort experience at Hamilton Island Wildlife Park

Hamilton Island Wildlife

Observe and wonder at the power of nature and get up close to some of the most iconic Australian wildlife. Koalas and kangaroos, snakes and lizards are all in their natural bush environment at the accredited wildlife park on Hamilton Island.

Beach Sports at Catseye Beach

Catseye Beach is the perfect wide-open bay to try out a catamaran, sea kayak or paddle board. The Beach Sports hut provides beach activity equipment to all guests on Hamilton Island and it is a favourite spot for families to soak up the sun and simply have a great day at the beach.

Man enjoying qualia resort experience of stand up paddle boarding at Catseye Beach
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brown palm fronds facing towards the right against black background