Overview

  • Features: Remote island with lots of activities
  • Opening Times: TBA
  • Best Time to Visit: June to November
  • Duration: Any
  • Transport Options: Charter boat from Hamilton Island
  • Budget: Moderate
  • Address: Whitsunday Islands, Queensland, Australia
  • Type: Island

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What We Liked

Remote island.

What We Disliked

Not suitable for couples without kids.

Summary

If you’re looking for a remote island in the Whitsundays but still want the action that comes with a holiday in the Whitsundays, Lindeman Island is just the place you’re looking for. While the resort will appeal to travellers of all ages, those who don’t have, or don’t want to share the island with, lots of kids should look elsewhere.

Be One of the First to Visit the Newly Redeveloped Lindeman Island

 

Note: Since December 2014 Lindeman Island has been closed to the public as it is undergoing a major redevelopment. Previously owned by Whitsundays’ Club Med, it was recently purchased for redevelopment by a Chinese conglomerate. We will inform you of the date of re-opening as soon as it is made public.

 

If you’re looking for a remote island in the Whitsundays but still want the action that comes with a holiday in the Whitsundays, Lindeman Island is just the place you’re looking for. Sitting snugly at the southern end of the Whitsundays, pretty little Lindeman Island is far enough away from the hubbub of Hamilton Island and Airlie Beach but compensates with an energy all its own. While the resort will appeal to travellers of all ages, those who don’t have, or don’t want to share the island with, lots of kids should look elsewhere.

 

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Lindeman Island Activities

It’s all hustle and bustle at Club Med and it’s no secret this resort will appeal to energetic types. However, it’s not too difficult to slow the pace down if that’s what you prefer. The GOs (that’s what the staff call themselves – you’re a GM) ensure there are plenty of activities to keep you entertained, and the famous kids club may well ensure you don’t see the little ones all day.

Resort Activities – The resort boasts an archery range, an excellent golf course, tennis and all number of daily classes from power walking to aerobics, dance and stretching. The usual range of water sports equipment is also available here. Children are also kept busy with all sorts of organised activities.

Spa Treatments – Club Med Spa offers body pampering for those looking for a more relaxing vacation.

Walking Trails – The 8-sq-km island is mostly national park which provides some excellent walking tracks on the 20km of trails. One of the most popular trails is the 3.6km journey to the top of Mt Oldfield (210m) where you will be rewarded with stunning vistas of the Whitsundays.

Snorkelling & Diving – A diving school offers various dive courses and snorkelling trips.

Other Entertainment – Every night there’s a live show in the main theatre performed by the young and energetic GOs. It’s great fun, but it’s also corny, but that only adds to the appeal. You’re likely to find yourself dancing and singing along. There’s usually a live band from 6:30pm and at the ‘disco’ gets going from 10:30pm.

 

Lindeman Island Resort

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Since 1992 the Lindeman Island Resort has been operated by the Whitsundays’ Club Med. While it’s a little dated in appearance, a vibrant, youthful atmosphere seems to radiate from everywhere you go. The accommodation serves a purpose, but don’t expect luxury. Unless you want to hoof it up a mountain of stairs, splash out a bit and ask for a resort side room.

All meals and drinks (yep, including alcohol – oh, those cocktails!) are included in the tariff. The Main Restaurant serves buffet-style breakfasts, lunches and dinners. The food is plentiful and varied, but the heaping plates of pastas, rice dishes, lasagnes, etc can get a bit tiresome. The ‘healthy’ section of salads, vegetables, seafood and lean meat seem to be the best quality. The pleasant Nicholson’s restaurant, a smaller a la carte place, only open around two nights a week, is also a great place to dine out.

 

How to Get to Lindeman Island?

Club Med has its own launch that connects with flights from Hamilton Island and is included in your package.

 

Unfortunately, Lindeman Island is closed for a major redevelopment; however, check back here for updates on when it will re-open and you can be one of the first visitors on the new island development.

 

Tell us what you think. What are your thoughts on Lindeman Island and the new redevelopment?

We love to hear from you so please leave your comments below.

 

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