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Daydream Island Resort Marina offers an unforgettable Whitsundays island stop, with short-stay berthing and direct access to Daydream Island Resort.
Service area: Daydream Island, Whitsundays, QLD
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Daydream Island Resort Marina creates a special way to arrive in the Whitsundays: by boat, directly into a tropical island resort. Its intimate short-stay berthing and mooring options welcome private yachts and charter vessels seeking a memorable day ashore, a relaxed lunch or an overnight island escape.
Set on Daydream Island’s western side, the marina combines sheltered access with resort facilities, beaches, restaurants and the famous Living Reef lagoon just moments from the dock.
A selection of berths accommodates a range of visiting vessel sizes, with fresh water available at the marina and resort-managed arrival assistance. Advance bookings allow crews to plan a smooth island visit, with access to dining, bars, pools, resort experiences and the island’s signature reef displays.
The marina is perfectly suited to private celebrations, family stopovers and charter itineraries that want to add a polished resort moment to a Whitsundays adventure. The resort team can help shape the visit around dining, accommodation and island activities.
Daydream Island lies in the heart of the Whitsunday Passage, close to Hamilton Island, Long Island and the beautiful bays of Hook Island. The surrounding waters are made for easy island-hopping, snorkelling and relaxed afternoon cruising.
The marina’s island setting makes even a short visit feel like an occasion. Arrive by yacht, explore the resort, enjoy a long lunch or sunset drink, then continue into one of the world’s great cruising grounds.
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