To camp in the Whitsundays is to indulge in what many believe to be the ultimate camping experience – sleeping under the stars on a 'desert isle'. There are many islands to choose from, and the final choice of site may depend on whether you wish to get away from it all, or to be more gregarious. the choice may also depend on a willingness to 'rough it' (with no facilities) or to have creature comforts such as picnic tables, a shelter, bush toilets, and possibly, in season, water at the site. Transport to the islands is another key factor.

The campsites recommended by the Environmental Protection Agency Queensland (EPA) have been selected for their natural attributes, and most campers will find one which is suitable (the list is available from local EPA offices). Campers may, however, request a location of their own choice. Book online at the EPA Queensland website.

Get this information and more, like campsite locations, getting to the islands and tropical tips in the latest edition of 100 Magic Miles of the Great Barrier Reef - The Whitsunday Islands, or pick up a copy of The Whitsundays Book