Daydream Island
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Daydream Island Cruising Guide (Whitsundays Group)
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Daydream Island.
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Daydream Island, previously known as West Molle Island is a small island between the north/south running island group formed by North and South Molle island and the mainland. The island is entirely occupied by a resort. There are approximately 6 moorings to the east of the island along with a dinghy landing. The resort rents these moorings for approx $50 per night per vessel, and this gives the crew the run of the island and resort facilities. Facilities include swimming pools, outdoor spa pools, etc, and there are also showers and toilets. Extras such as the restaurant, cocktail bar, massage services, etc, are at an extra cost.
Cruising the region
The tidal currents around the island can be quite strong, however the moorings appear to have good holding in all conditions.
Charts
See Whitsundays.
Radio Nets
See Whitsundays
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Weather
See Queensland
Approach the western side of the island from either the north or the south. Be aware of the currents. Contact the island staff on +61 7 4948 8488 who will direct you to a mooring.
Berthing Options
Anchorages
Due to the currents, attempting to anchor around the island is probably unwise, and the resort probably takes a dim view of this. The only feasible option is to use the resort moorings.
Offshore Islands
See Whitsundays
Yacht Services and Repairs
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
No fuel, water or other similar services are available at Daydream Island, but check nearby Shute Harbour or Airlie Beach.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
See The Resort website.
Internet/WiFi
There was some wi-fi access available on shore but it didn't appear to extend to the moorings.
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
There are no vehicle rentals on the island, but the resort operates a free hop-on hop-off cart service around the main resort facilities.
Garbage Disposal
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Transportation
A ferry / shuttle connects the island with Airlie Beach and Shute Harbour
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
Links to relevant websites.
References & Publications
See Whitsundays
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
- Delatbabel -- I visited there in 2007, and although the moorings are expensive at $50 per night, they are certainly cheaper than a room in the 5 star hotel on the resort. It was a welcome break from cruising the outer islands. We found the staff at the resort to be helpful and attentive beyond belief, considering that between the 5 of us we were paying approximately 10% of the cost of the other guests. Free use of the pools and spas were a welcome and unexpected bonus.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- Delatbabel -- November 2007.
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