Is it safe to swim on the Whitsundays?

 

The tropical summer heat has made Whitsundays sailing popular among locals and tourists alike. There are several beaches, creeks, and open oceans on Whitsundays to have a relaxing swim. It is completely safe to swim on the Whitsundays as long as you take care of the following.

Table of Content 

• ·         Beware of the Stinger Season           
• ·         Airlie Beach lagoon   
• ·         Beaches          
• ·         Snorkeling      
• ·         Waterfalls and swimming holes        

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Beware of the Stinger Season 

Unless you are swimming in the freshwater, you have to use a stinger suit for half the year for swimming. The high temperatures lead to an abundance of marine stingers. They can be harmful and potentially deadly to the swimmers. Therefore, for doing any water activities or snorkeling, the months from October to May are recommended. It is highly recommended to wear a stinger suit for self-protection. 

Airlie Beach lagoon 

The Airlie beach is the safest place to stay during the stinger season if you are interested in sailing Whitsundays. There are no marine stingers, and there are lifeguards. It is located in the center of most commercial locations and popular among families and tourists. There are showers, change rooms, and even barbecues. 

Beaches

There are many beaches for sailing in Whitsundays like the man-made Boathaven Beach. Other beaches are Hydeaway Bay on the northern end of the Whitsundays and Horseshoe Bay in Bowen. All of these beaches can be easily reached by car or boat. They are safe in stinger season, have stunning views, and famous for calm water ideal for swimming. This is a great place if you want to take your family or have a getaway with friends or partners.

Snorkeling

The best chance you can have at swimming while on Whitsundays is by boat tours. The best part is when you go snorkeling and discover the underwater beauty of the place. Even in the winter, the water is relatively warm in most areas at 26 degrees Celsius. Except for the stinger season, you can wear bathing suits and bikinis in other months of the year.

Waterfalls and swimming holes

There are inland freshwater places like the Finch Hatton Gorge and Cedar Creek. These have flowing and cooler water away from the ocean. If you are someone who wants to swim inside the forests surrounded by greenery rather than the ocean, then this is the place for you. While Cedar Creek is nearby the Airlie beach, the Finch Hatton Gorge is just a few hours' drives into the mountain. You get to explore the place and have a quick swim all in one.

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So, it's clear that you should always hire a local expert if this is your first time sailing the Whitsundays. You can look up the best local holiday service providers or can save your time and energy by directly contacting the Whitsunday Sailing Adventures. They offer the most diverse range of quality crewed sailing, snorkeling, and scuba diving adventure holidays in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Moreover, they are one of the Whitsunday Charter Boat Industry Association (WCBIA). You can rest assured of having the best moments under an expert's supervision, for sure.