Picture this: you’ve been transported by a luxe boat through glistening blue seas to arrive on a tiny island nestled in the golden heart of the north-eastern coastline.
You’re greeted with lush views as the captain lays the anchor and you’re escorted in an adorable buggy to your room overlooking blindingly white sand as the hypnotic rainforest sits still in the background. You’ll probably be woken up by the sound of dolphins in the morning.
It’s Hayman Island baby, and you’re there for a whole damn week of lapping up the utmost luxury, relaxation and awe-striking natural magic on offer.
Located in the northern region of The Whitsundays, Hayman Island is one of Oz’s primo holiday destinations for all things indulgent. It’ll pander to your every need to be completely extra and luscious but also satiate your hunger to discover the most ancient and untouched pieces of the Earth there are.
Despite its size (4km wide, to be exact) there is a multitude of things to get up to while you’re there, but here are 5 to get your imagination running wild.
Get a massage with a view to die for
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There’s truly nothing more relaxing than watching a body of water gently ripple as you sit in silence thinking about absolutely nothing. It’s transcendent. It’s the closest we’d ever come to feeling truly weightless as humans.
If you’re looking to amplify that feeling to the most intense degree, book one of Hayman Island’s famous massage sessions at its world-class spa to pummel any hint of stress or frustration out of you before enjoying the rest of your holiday. You’re on one of the most beautiful islands on the planet, you’re going to want to be completely present for it all.
It speaks for itself – listening to the dull quiver of the water mixed with the next-level peace of a massage is a recipe for complete and utter soothing indulgence. I can already feel the stress knots in my back unfurl just thinking about this.
SeaScooter through the water
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From the looks of it, SeaScootering will get your adrenaline pumping (a healthy, non-stressful amount) while you witness the wonders of the water.
Basically, you’ll strap yourself to a jetski-esque contraption while it propels you through the sea, steered by your body. Tbh, this thing sounds like something ripped straight out of a childhood dream.
Snorkel around the Great Barrier Reef
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Have you ever thought about how incredibly lucky we are to live in the same country as the world’s ~largest~ coral reef that’s literally renowned for its beauty and opulence? It’s a literal living, breathing masterpiece, so don’t take it for granted folks.
If you’re on Hayman Island, it’s prime time to hop into the GBR with a snorkel and get exploring the 5,000 species of marine life and two-thirds of the world’s coral.
Hop on a private sunset cruise
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Sunsets are inherently romantic but even if you’re visiting the island as a single, book one of the private sunset cruises on offer because why the heck not? I feel as though it’s the closest you’ll ever get to feeling like Rihanna on a yacht cruising through St Tropez, completely vibed out.
It’ll be the best way to get next-level views of the various islands and gather inspo for where you’re wanting to go on your next trip.
Take a tour of Whitehaven Beach
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If you’re from a major city, taking a tour of a beach probably sounds unheard of considering copping a parking spot is enough of an ordeal.
However, Whitehaven Beach is that grand, having an expert guide you through its wonders is absolutely the best way to soak it up.
To get there, you’ll need to take a boat tour through the islands before arriving at the glorious 7km strip of white sand and turquoise water. There’s plenty to do there including stand up paddleboarding, luxury catered picnics (with plenty of champagne), sundial building and more that’ll help you forget about any shred of inconvenience pre-holiday life was posing.
If you’re enticed to put your Euro-sulking behind you and island-hop in QLD, you can suss out The Whitsundays website for more info.
