Shute Harbour
A deepwater port about 10 kilometres east of Airlie Beach. It's the departure point for water taxis to island campgrounds, and for some yachts and tours. A lookout by the harbour offers views over the islands.
Shute Harbour is about 10 kilometres from Airlie Beach. It was severely damaged by Cyclone Debbie in 2017 and reopened with a new pier in 2021. Water taxis to campgrounds on Cid Harbour, Whitehaven and other islands depart from here, as do some sailing trips and charters. The Lions Lookout above the pier offers views over the harbour and islands, and it's free. Major ferries and day cruises mostly leave from the Port of Airlie in Airlie Beach, so check the meeting point when you book.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Conway National Park
- Daydream Island
- Airlie Beach Lagoon
- Cedar Creek Falls
- Cid Harbour
- Hamilton Island
- Whitsunday Cairn
- Langford Island