Catseye Beach — Attraction in Whitsundays

After trying on several attempts to get watersports we were told that only a 9am catamaran booking was available this morning 24 November 2020. When we arrived at 8.55 the sign said that the catamarans were actually available at 8am not 9am. Also plenty of catamarans were available – more than 10 from 8am! This was quite contrary to the verbal advice at the hut yesterday. Then we were told that there was no wind and they would not be able to recover the boats. This is when I got frustrated and walked away.

As an experience sailor I could see and video the palms moving in the breeze and my wind cup anemometer was registering between 7 – 9 kphr. More than enough for any catamaran to handle any directional sail – even without experience. I checked the BOM weather site for the latitude and longitude and their numbers were 9kphr because of the weather station location. Regardless of BOM the wind speed measured at water edge was ample. It was clear that the staff simply weren’t happy to accommodate guests and pull the boats out or do recoveries (Albeit in this situation unlikely). This unnecessary blocking from use of equipment was very disappointing and showed a complete misunderstanding of wind.

It is a shame that the personnel are not trained appropriately, tours and sports facilities are so poorly resourced at Hamilton Island. Because the food, accommodation and island is amazing.

Don’t visit Hamilton island for water-sports - steer clear as I heard similar stories from other guests...

Titel: A Tropical Gem on Hamilton Island

Catseye Beach on Hamilton Island is a tropical gem that offers a serene and idyllic escape. Its crystal-clear waters and soft, sandy shores make it an ideal spot for swimming, sunbathing, and simply relaxing. The beach is beautifully maintained, with free lounging areas that enhance the experience. For the adventurous, there's a variety of water sports available, from snorkeling to paddleboarding, where you can explore the vibrant marine life just off the shore. The surrounding scenery is picturesque, creating a perfect backdrop for a memorable vacation. Catseye Beach is truly a slice of paradise, making every visit feel special and every...

We are from Adelaide and to be honest we thought catseye beach was not a patch on the beaches in Adelaide. There was a funny smell at one end of the beach, really unpleasant and when we ventured onto the lawn area at the end we saw why...clearly a gathering for the kangaroos when the sun goes down and they had been busy leaving th eir little deposits. Its nature so we totally get it but phew. The beach is meh but on saying that the waters are crystal clear and shallow for a long way out. The sea is beautiful.... the sand...