Aerial view overlooking the stunning turquoise waters and white sands of the Hill Inlet and Togue Bay in the Whitsundays

Airlie Beach

Coral Sea Marina, Australia

Arrival
07-11 Jan 2026
Start
19 Jan 2026
Editions
2

Welcome to paradise!

A stunning collection of 74 islands in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef makes up the tropical wonder that is the Whitsundays, with Airlie Beach being the gateway to these beautiful islands. While hosted at the Coral Sea Marina Resort, Race Crew will be provided with the perfect base to explore the stunning landscapes of the local area as they take a few days here to unwind and enjoy the many hidden gems.

The azure waters are a magnet for ocean-lovers, with a wealth of diving, snorkelling and watersports on offer on the Great Barrier Reef and the secluded beaches scattered around the islands. However, it’s not all about the ocean- the area is also famous for beautiful tropical rainforest, and you’ll find stunning waterfalls in the Conway National Park which are well worth the hike to find.

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