Explore the GBR By Day...
For a day spent ashore or in the famed waters of this wonderful region, these are the places to be pampered, the sights to see, the activities to indulge in, and the gourmet treats to discover.
Pampering
Spa Chakra Hayman
Head to one of the Reef’s most luxurious islands for an afternoon of pure indulgence. Spa Chakra Hayman is widely recognised as a premier spa destination and offers lucky guests an exclusive range of individually-tailored beauty and well-being programs designed to soothe, relax, and restore balance and wellness. The Ocean Massage is a Hayman signature experience not to be missed.
Sights
Beaches
Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island is perhaps the most beautiful in all of Australia with its seven kilometres of clear waters and snow-white sands. The lovely Lizard Island has over 20 beaches on which to sunbathe and swim, and Pebbly Beach is perfect for bathing.
Activities
Diving & Snorkelling
Diving and snorkelling on the reef are the reason most travellers dock in North Queensland, and for those new to the sports, there is no better place to undertake a training course and learn. The continental shelf at Agincourt Reef from Cairns, the shipwreck of SS Yongala from Townsville, and the Llewellyn shipwreck from Mackay are wonderful to explore. Lady Elliot and Lady Musgrave Islands are perfect for swimming amongst the turtles
Helicopter Tours
For those who wish to admire the reef from above, helicopter tours offer truly breathtaking scenes from the ocean all the way to the Queensland outback.
Bites
2 Fish
Located in the opulent Port Douglas, 2 Fish is an excellent choice for enjoying an extremely fresh seafood lunch.
Romano’s
On the beautiful Hamilton Island, you will find the vibrant Italian eatery of Romano’s where the delicious menu changes daily but the water views remain spectacular.
Salted Vue
On the mainland, Cairns is home to Salted Vue, where mouth-watering Australian dishes are served up in an elegant setting simply perfect for a long lunch.
Great Barrier Reef
Explore other areas within Australia
- Sydney
- Whitsunday Islands
- The Kimberleys
- Brisbane
- Melbourne
- Great Barrier Reef
- Tasmania
Featured marinas
featured marinas
Ocean Village Marina - Gibraltar
Also part of the Ocean Village group, Ocean Village Marina caters more to the luxury cruisers and superyachts that visit the Spanish coast,
Marina Kalamatas
Set in a prime location for sea-farers travelling through to the Aegean Sea, Marina Kalamatas is a modern marina with approximately 250 ber
Brighton Marina
Brighton Marina is one of Europe's largest as well as Brighton's leading lifestyle destination. Whether your planning a romantic weekend aw
Palm Beach Town Docks
The only public marina on Palm Beach island, Town Docks has been providing berthing for power and sail yachts up to 80m in length since the
Port de Plaisance Solenzara
Port de Solenzara is situated in the village of Solzenzara on the east coast of Corsica, a Mediterranean island positioned west of Italy an
Athens Marina
Athens Marina is located at Faliro Bay on the seafront of the Greek capital of Athens. The marina has a mooring capacity of 130 yachts, inc
Marina of Agios Nikolaos
Located on the north coast of the Greek island of Crete, Agios Nikolaos Marina can accommodate up to 255 boats up to a maximum of 70m in le
Vouliagmeni Marina
Located in the beautiful Gulf of Saronikos just south of Athens, Vouliagmeni Marina is well situated between several beaches and restaurant
Setur Yalova Marina
An essential port of call for yachts travelling to the Sea of Marmara in the North-Western section of the Aegean Sea, Setur Yalova Marina i
Baker's Bay Marina
Found on the northern tip of the Great Guana Cay, the Baker's Bay Marina is a private club which is able to accommodate visiting yachts of
Weymouth Marina
Situated within a sheltered bay at the mouth of the River Wey on the English Channel coast, Weymouth Marina is a modern, purpose-built faci
Shelter Island Marina
As San Diego's largest superyacht marina, Shelter Island Marina is a popular marina for luxury and cruising vessels with approximately 200
Club Nautico Moraira
Built in 1985, the marina at Club Náutico Moraira is situated in the small coastal town of Moraira on Spain’s Costa Blanca strip, 80km nort
Ritz Carlton Marina
On the northern coast of Bahrain The Marina is on the site of The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel and Spa. A small purpose built marina it cate
