So far on the trip we had not visited Hamilton Island, with one water tank almost empty, we decided to take the opportunity to do so.
Cid Harbour is relatively close to most of the key points in the Whitsunday Islands, Hamilton Island is slightly over 1hr (approx. 7nm) from where we were anchored.
We upped anchor early after breakfast, the wind was in the mid 20's as we left Cid Harbour out of Hunt Channel (between Cid Island and Whitsunday Island), seas approx. 1.5m. It was a relatively comfortable motor and sail up to Hamilton Island where we then waited for our turn to enter (with the harbor guide). You have to call or radio the port and not only book the berth but they require you to wait until the harbor guide shows you the way in.
We were experts now and had no real trouble tying up at the wharf berth. Once again, a marina is a chance for showers, washing and resupply, and we took advantage of all of these.
After a walk to the marina office to pay, we then caught a bus over the hill to the main complex and hired a golf buggy (Nicholas and Jasmine were thrilled). We went back to the Marina to have lunch and then a quick tour around part of the island.
We had taken our towels and then went to the Lagoon Pool to swim and relax.
Mummy ducked off in the afternoon for an explore of the shops while Daddy, Nicholas and Jasmine continued swimming.
At the end of the day, after showers at the marina, we all enjoyed dinner at the old Yacht Club.
Back to the yacht and an episode of the "Flash" which everyone was enjoying.