Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

🏕️ Tasman Holiday Parks – Airlie Beach

1 Jubilee Pocket Rd, Airlie Beach QLD 4802

🌄 Description & Location

Set in lush, tropical gardens just a short stroll (or quick bus ride) to downtown Airlie Beach, this vibrant caravan park is a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Conway National Park. Think resort-style swimming pools (including a toddler pool), colourful birdlife, glamping tents, villas, cabins, powered/unpowered sites—and even pedal karts and giant jump pillows for the kids. It’s a perfect blend: adventurous outdoors meets modern comfort.

🏛️ History

Part of the BIG4/Tasman Holiday Parks network, the site reflects the evolution of Aussie holiday parks into full-service hubs with cabins, glamping, pools, and family-focused vibe. Positioned on traditional lands of the Ngaro people, it now lies at the heart of the Whitsunday region’s tourism boom.

🛁 Facilities and Amenities

• Resort-style swimming pool with toddler pool and adjacent BBQ seating

• Modern amenity buildings: showers, toilets, laundries, camp kitchen, and spotless ablution blocks

• Kiosk and convenience store for essentials, plus food trucks rotating nightly

• Playground, pedal karts, giant jump pillow, bike hire, and book exchange

• Free unlimited Wi‑Fi across park

• Outdoor half-size tennis court

• Pet‑friendly powered/unpowered sites; glamping, cabins, villas, motel rooms available

• Private ensuite sites with power, bathroom, BBQ, landscaped surrounds

🚗 Vehicle Access

• Sealed access via Jubilee Pocket Rd with bus stop outside (buses to town every 20–30 min)

• Level, landscaped powered and unpowered sites; some share ensuite bathrooms, others have private ensuites

• On-site parking available; sites suitable for caravans, campervans, tents, and motorhomes

Stay Information (as at July 2025)

• Site type: Formal caravan park

• Powered Sites: Tariff Rate 4–5 Tariff Price Chart at bottom of page

• Unpowered Sites: Tariff Rate 3–4

• Booking: Recommended year-round; essential during school holidays or peak season

• Managing Authority: Tasman Holiday Parks / BIG4 network

• Maximum stay: Not specified—standard park terms apply

• Pets: Allowed on camping sites only (cabins/villas are pet-free)

• Self-contained: Not required

• Entry notes: 24/7 reception; after-hours emergency maintenance contact posted

• Contact: +61 7 4860 1700 | via website booking form

🍻 Nearby Pubs & Clubs

• Il Caffe Trattoria (0.5 km): Italian eatery in town, serves pizza & pasta in evening

• Boathaven Bistro (1 km): Waterfront venue with breezy vibes and fresh seafood

• Airlie Beach Hotel (1 km): Classic pub—live music, local beers, burgers

🎯 Nearby Campgrounds

• NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park (1.5 km): Beachside powered and unpowered sites, pool

• Whitsundays Caravan Park (Town centre, 1 km): Simplified powered camping, close to restaurants

🌿 Nearby Attractions

• Great Barrier Reef & Whitsunday Islands tours: Access via Coral Sea Marina just 3 km away

• Conway National Park: Short drive to rainforest walks & secluded beaches

• Whitehaven Beach: Iconic silica sand beach accessible by day cruise from Airlie

• Molle Islands National Park: Boat-accessible, hiking and snorkeling

🛒 Nearest Supplies

• Airlie Beach township: Woolworths, IGA, fuel, Chemist, bakery, cafes—all within 1–2 km

• Coral Sea Marina Village: Convenience store, seafood, tour operator kiosks

• Airlie Beach Medical Centre: Standard clinic in town

🌟 Reviews Summary

👍 Highlights

• Lush tropical surrounds, well‑maintained resort‑style pool, colourful birdlife, and friendly staff

• Great facilities for families—kids love the pedal karts and jump pillow

• Clean amenities, reliable Wi‑Fi, modern ensuites and camp kitchen upgrades

⚠️ Cautions

• Bird‑feeding noises (cockatoos) can be loud, especially at dawn/dusk

• Cabins/glamping aren’t pet-friendly—campers with pets must stay on sites

• Peak bookings fill quickly; book early

🆘 Breakdown & Emergency Info

• Fuel: Several service stations along Proserpine–Shute Harbour Road in town

• Mobile: Good Telstra/Optus coverage; park has Wi‑Fi

• Repairs: Light mechanical services in town; tow trucks available

• UHF: Road channel 40; Emergency channel 5

• Emergency: Dial 000; Park emergency maintenance directly via reception

• Safety note: Keep valuables locked; park is safe but secure your vehicle

📝 Final Note

Ideal for families, couples, and reef adventurers, Tasman Holiday Parks – Airlie Beach delivers a polished, tropical stay with the freedom of a caravan or campsite. With luxe ensuite powered sites and fun amenities, it’s easy to mix laid-back days at the pool with reef trips or rainforest treks. Bring your pet (if camping), book ahead, and enjoy summer evenings by the BBQ after island explorations.