Whitsunday national park islands Ngaro Country Whitsundays

Ngaro track under construction

The Ngaro track will provide a new and exciting opportunity to hike in the Whitsundays. For safety reasons, the Ngaro track is closed to the public while the track and campsites are being constructed. Photo credit: Nah Turnbull © Queensland Government

Photo credit: © Tourism and Events Queensland

Jewel-green islands sparkle in a turquoise ocean. Stunning views, secluded beaches, coral reefs and towering hoop pines complete the picture. All are part of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. The Whitsundays also feature the Whitsunday Ngaro Sea Trail, a unique blend of seaways and picturesque walks and one of Queensland's 10 Great Walks.

Location

Continental islands lying off the Queensland coast 10–40km south-east of Airlie Beach

Welcome

Welcome to the Whitsundays, home to the Ngaro people for at least the past 9,000 years. Many sites throughout the Whitsundays hold special meaning for Ngaro descendents and are a continuing connection to Country. The Ngaro people welcome you to their homeland and hope you enjoy your visit.

Learn moreGetting there

Park facilities

  • Anchoring allowed
  • No campfires
  • Lookout
  • Mooring points
  • No rubbish bins
  • Picnic tables (some sheltered)
  • Toilets
  • Camping
  • Boating
  • Canoeing and kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Swimming
  • Walking
  • Nesting birds
  • World Heritage

Highlights and announcements

  • New hiking experience in the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. Ngaro track under construction

    Image creditNew hiking experience in the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area.Nah Turnbull © Queensland Government

    The Ngaro track will provide a new and exciting opportunity to hike in the Whitsundays. For safety reasons, the Ngaro track is closed to the public while the track and campsites are being constructed.