The essential packing list for your next Whitsunday catamaran adventure!
Are you all booked in and ready to pack for your next luxury catamaran adventure through the Whitsunday Islands? Perfect!
Before you dash out the door to soak up those golden rays, make sure you haven’t forgotten the essentials. To avoid under or over-packing, check out our handy packing list so you can kick back and let the good times roll!
Packing List for a Whitsunday Catamaran Tour
Here is what our local team would recommend bringing for your tour. This is just a general list, so feel free to customise in order to suit your own travel style.
Clothes
- Swimmers
- Sun shirt
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Change of clothes (1 per day of tour)
- Jumper (seasonal)
Footwear
- Thongs
- Walking shoes
Toiletries
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Face and/or body wash
- Deodorant
- Medication
- Sunscreen
- Moisturiser
- Aloe Vera
Electronics
- Camera
- Go Pro
- Phone
- Chargers
- Powerpack
- Waterproof pack
Day pack
- Reusable water bottle
- Small beach towel
- Small beach bag
Little extras
- Snacks
- Alcohol (BYO boats only)
- A book or magazine
- Eye mask for sleeping
FAQs about what to pack for a Whitsunday catamaran tour
How much luggage can I bring on a catamaran tour?
Most catamarans only accept a small, soft bag with the essentials for the tour. Storage space is limited onboard, so large suitcases or bags with wheels are usually not allowed.
Check out where to store excess luggage in Airlie Beach if required!
Do we need to bring linens or towels?
Catamaran tours in the Whitsundays all have fresh linens on the beds, and bath towels are usually provided. You may want to bring your own beach towel!
How much food is included?
All meals are included on your catamaran tour! This may also include snacks and drinking water, tea, and coffee. Feel free to bring your own snacks if you want to, and let us know in advance of any dietary requirements so the crew can prepare.
Can we BYO alcohol?
Yes, most overnight catamaran tours are BYO alcohol. You can purchase your favorite drinks from a bottle shop in Airlie Beach and bring them on the tour to enjoy. Note that many vessels do not allow glass or red wine.
Do we need to bring shoes?
Catamarans in the Whitsundays are generally no-shoes vessels, meaning you are required to be barefoot while you are on the boat. But it's a good idea to pack some sandals and/or walking shoes for on-shore activities, such as the walk to Hill Inlet Lookout or visiting other unique islands and lookouts in the Whitsundays.
Do we need sun protection in the Whitsundays?
Absolutely, the Whitsundays are a tropical destination and sun protection is essential year-round. Don't skip the sunscreen, and always pack extra essentials like a hat, sunglasses, or a sunshirt/sarong to cover up when the sun is at its peak.
