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Top 3 reasons to visit the Whitsundays in Winter

By: Abbie Brooks January 28, 2022
Slap bang in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef lays 74 tropical islands collectively known as the Whitsunday Islands. With a majority of these idyllic islands uninhabited and boasting dense rainforest and white sandy beaches, there’s plenty of unspoilt beauty to behold. There’s no doubting why island hopping around the Whitsunday islands tends to champion the very top of every Australia’s East Coast bucket list. These are the same reasons why it appears within every single East Coast package imaginable! The biggest question, why do people recommend that you travel to the Whitsundays in WINTER?! Let me answer that question for you…

1. The Weather

Let’s face it, the tropical climate of the Whitsundays during the summer months is incredibly unpredictable. That’s why winter is the ultimate time of year to plan your trip here ; the months between June and October host the lowest rates of rainfall and humidity of the whole year. While you might need a warm jumper for the cooler evenings, you can expect much more consistent sunshine and clear blue skys with an average water temperature of 25 degrees. Doesn’t sound like winter, hey? With beautiful clear weather, lower winds and calm waters, this is the perfect time to jump on board an overnight Whitsundays sailing trip or if you prefer, take a scenic flight over the reef!

2. The Whales

Every year, during the months of July and September, the humpback whales migrate north along the East Coast of Australia from Antarctica. They head towards the Whitsundays to make the most of the warm waters and with shelter and protection from the winds and that’s where they make their babies! So, as well as the chance to see adult humpbacks, minke and pilot whales, there’s a very high chance of seeing their baby calfs playing in their new temporary home! While you can snorkel through the reef with turtles all year round, it’s only through the winter months that you can sail through the beautiful sand islands and get the chance to see these beautiful mammals up close and personal (it’s a free bonus!). Take advantage, book an overnight Whitsundays sailing package and wake up at sunrise for the best chance of spotting them!

3. The Freedom!

‘Stinger Season’ can be a worry when travelling to the Whitsunday Islands between October and May. The high season for irukandji and boxed jellyfish means that it is compulsory to wear a stinger suit when swimming in open ocean during this time. While all companies provide stinger suits on their tours all year round, it is deemed safe to swim without them during the ‘winter’ months… yay! So there you have it, winter can be the best time of year to escape the cold cities and head to the north. Contact happy travels asap to lock in an amazing winter deal.