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Hamilton Island is well known for its beaches, marina, restaurants and bars but did you know that there are a number of bushwalking trails that will get you to peaceful coves, deserted beaches and stunning viewpoints. This is the perfect experience to reconnect with nature and make you feel like you are a castaway on a deserted island. All this, not far from the resort area.
In fact, about half of Hamilton Island is not developed and there is plenty of space to get away from everything. If you plan a trip to Hamilton Island, do not forget to bring your bushwalking shoes!
The first hike that you might consider is Passage Peak which is the highest point on the Island. The view is fantastic, but it will get your heart pumping. This is most definitively the best sunrise spot. You will need to check the weather the day before for a clear day and start the trail when it is still dark. If this is what you intend on doing, do not forget your water bottle and your camera!
If you are up for a longer stroll, do the loop at the back of the island. This will take you to South East Head where you will find probably one of the most Instagram ready spots on the island. The vegetation changes and becomes a bit more arid, this area gets blown by heavy winds and salted by sea fog. No tick forest here but rather low vegetation which enables uninterrupted sea and island views. As you may know, the Whitsundays is blessed with 74 islands, and you can see a few from there. Pentecost Island was named by Captain Cook when he travelled in the area on the Endeavour. Also observable in the distance are the Linderman Islands group.
Less of a steep hill but still a healthy heart-pumping activity, take a right at Saddle Junction and head for Coral Cove or Escape Beach. Bring a pick nick and enjoy the secluded beaches all to yourself. Spend the afternoon splashing around, try the big swing and relax.
The loop will also bring you to the big chair, where you can be the king of the hill for a moment and admire the Whitsunday kingdom for an instant. Bring your imaginary crown and you will feel like the middle kingdom is all yours. The steep hills may bring you out your dream but worth the snaps.
If you decide to partake in any of those wonderful bushwalks, don’t forget to wear appropriate footwear, fill up your refillable water bottle, and wear reef-safe sunscreen if you are going to go for a dip in one of the secluded beaches. Don’t forget to leave only footsteps and take only photographs.
So, there it is, just one more good reason to plan a trip to Hamilton Island. I hope to see you soon in the Whitsundays. Until next time, travel safe and give a little bit of love to our planet.
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