Stranded in the Whitsundays

Discover the breathtaking beauty of The Whitsunday Islands with iconic private island experiences.

An intimate, exclusive music escape on your own Private Island in Paradise.

Escape the winter for four unforgettable nights of live music performances and exclusive artist meet & greets at the spectacular InterContinental Hayman Island Resort, surrounded by the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef.

Hoodoo Gurus, You Am I and Mental As Anything will perform three exclusive sunset concerts in a luxury island setting. No crowds. No huge arenas. No impersonal concert experience. Just legendary Australian artists, incredible songs and the rare opportunity to see them up close and personal.

With capacity strictly capped, Stranded in the Whitsundays is a private island party designed to feel exclusive, personal and truly once-in-a-lifetime.

August 5-9, 2027

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What We Love

AUSTRALIAN MUSIC ROYALTY

Three legendary Australian bands. One extraordinary island setting. Hoodoo Gurus, You Am I and Mental As Anything bring some of Australia’s most iconic songs to Hayman Island, performing their legendary catalogues in a series of sunset concerts. Sing along to timeless Australian anthems including “What’s My Scene”, “Berlin Chair” and “Live It Up”.

UNIQUE SETTING

This is live music without the barriers. Capped guest numbers, an intimate setting and some of Australia’s most iconic artists performing just metres away. Sink into a bean bag at the water’s edge, dance barefoot in the sand with a cocktail in hand, or simply soak up the music as the sun sets over paradise.

MEET MUSIC ICONS

Get up close with the legends behind the songs. Hoodoo Gurus, You Am I and Mental As Anything will each host exclusive meet & greet sessions, giving you the rare opportunity to meet the artists, share a moment, have a professional photo taken and chat with the musicians behind the soundtrack of your life.

LIKE-MINDED PEOPLE

We’ve created unique music experiences that attract people who share the same passion. And many of them keep coming back, with some guests having joined us for 5, 6 or even 10 events. It’s become a community of like-minded music lovers, repeat friendships and new connections, all brought together by a shared love of music and the experience.

Pricing & Packages

Select The Experience That Best Suits Your Holiday.

Gold Experience

FIRST RELEASE - 6 AVAILABLE

AU$3,490

price is per person, double share.

Event Dates: 5 August – 9 August, 2027.

Inclusions:

Return Luxury Launch Transfers to/from Hayman Island (scheduled times)
Enjoy complimentary drinks, snacks and remote check-in during your transfer.
Accommodation for 4 nights in a King Room – Twin / Double Share for 2 adults. Room types vary between Classic, Lagoon View/Lagoon Ocean View and Courtyard Retreat Rooms.
Buffet breakfast daily.
Tea, coffee & bottled water in villa daily.
Traveller Care Guarantee.
$50 donation to A Perfect Foundation (APF) supporting island & coastal conservation.

Gold Experience

Entry to 3 Exclusive Intimate Sunset Performances.
Music in Paradise Welcome Bag.
Event Poster.
Event T-Shirt.
Meet & Greet with Hoodoo Gurus, Mentals, Tim Rogers & You Am I.
Gold Concierge Service.

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Vip Experience

FIRST RELEASE - 26 AVAILABLE

AU$4,290

price is per person, double share.

Event Dates: 5 August – 9 August, 2027.

Inclusions:

Return Luxury Launch Transfers to/from Hayman Island (scheduled times)
Enjoy complimentary drinks, snacks and remote check-in during your transfer.
Accommodation for 4 nights in a One Bedroom Pool Wing Suite – Double Share for 2 adults.
Buffet breakfast daily.
Tea, coffee & bottled water in villa daily.
Traveller Care Guarantee.
$50 donation to A Perfect Foundation (APF) supporting island & coastal conservation.

Vip Experience

Entry to 3 Exclusive Intimate Sunset Performances.
Music in Paradise Welcome Bag.
Event Poster.
Event T-Shirt.
Welcome Drinks with MIP Team
Meet & Greet with Hoodoo Gurus, Mentals, Tim Rogers & You Am I.
Professional Photo with Hoodoo Gurus, Mentals, Tim Rogers & You Am I.
VIP Concierge Service.

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Ultimate Experience

FIRST RELEASE - 6 AVAILABLE

AU$7,100

price is per person, double share.

Event Dates: 5 August – 9 August, 2027.

Inclusions:

Return Luxury Launch Transfers to/from Hayman Island (scheduled times)
Enjoy complimentary drinks, snacks and remote check-in during your transfer.
Accommodation for 4 nights in a Beachfront Villa /Pavilion – Double Share for 2 adults.
Buffet breakfast daily.
Tea, coffee & bottled water in villa daily.
Traveller Care Guarantee.
$50 donation to A Perfect Foundation (APF) supporting island & coastal conservation.

Ultimate Experience

Early Entry to the Events for the Best Seats.
3 Exclusive Intimate Sunset Performances.
Music in Paradise Welcome Bag.
Event Poster.
Event T-Shirt.
Welcome Drinks with MIP Team.
Meet & Greet with Hoodoo Gurus, Mentals, Tim Rogers & You Am I.
Professional Photo with Hoodoo Gurus, Mentals, Tim Rogers & You Am I.
Ultimate Group Luncheon with Special Guests.
Ultimate Concierge Service.

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Vip Family & Friends Experience

FIRST RELEASE - 4 AVAILABLE

AU$3,950

price is per person, double share.

Event Dates: 5 August – 9 August, 2027.

Inclusions:

Return Luxury Launch Transfers to/from Hayman Island (scheduled times)
Enjoy complimentary drinks, snacks and remote check-in during your transfer.
Accommodation for 4 nights in a Two Bedroom Lagoon/Pool Wing Suite for 4 adults.
Buffet breakfast daily.
Tea, coffee & bottled water in villa daily.
Traveller Care Guarantee.
$50 donation to A Perfect Foundation (APF) supporting island & coastal conservation.

Vip Experience

Entry to 3 Exclusive Intimate Sunset Performances.
Music in Paradise Welcome Bag.
Event Poster.
Event T-Shirt.
Welcome Drinks with MIP Team
Meet & Greet with Hoodoo Gurus, Mentals, Tim Rogers & You Am I.
Professional Photo with Hoodoo Gurus, Mentals, Tim Rogers & You Am I.
VIP Concierge Service.

MAKE AN ENQUIRY

What You Love

5 Customer Reviews

Top 5 Experiences of My Life

17 November, 2025

What an incredible job by the MIP team. They made the trip effortless, a vacation where we could truly relax.

The concerts themselves were beyond amazing. I didn't think Monday's concert could get better, but Wednesday and Thursday did.

The MIP experience has spoiled me for all future concerts.

Alex

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience

22 March, 2025

Music in Paradise exceeded every expectation.

Every detail was taken care of — from transfers to activities.

I already want to come back.

Sarah

Worth Every Single Cent

5 August, 2024

I was hesitant about the price at first, but wow.

Access to artists is unbelievable.

Highly recommended.

James

Absolute Magic

14 January, 2025

From start to finish it was magical.

The resort and music were flawless.

Would go again in a heartbeat.

Michelle

Best Holiday Ever

30 October, 2024

Nothing compares to this experience.

Five nights of concerts in paradise.

Already booked again.

David

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Hoodoo Gurus

Hoodoo Gurus occupy a singular place in Australian and international rock’n’roll history.

Formed in Sydney in 1981 by members of seminal Australian punk bands The Victims and Fun Things, Hoodoo Gurus fused garage-rock grit with pop smarts, sharp songwriting and an unrepentant love of classic rock’n’roll.

InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef

AUSTRALIA

Discover the breathtaking beauty of The Whitsunday Islands with iconic private island experiences.

Breathe in the magic of the Whitsundays! Nestled at the northernmost point of Australia’s Whitsunday archipelago, Hayman Island is the nearest Whitsunday Island to the Great Barrier Reef’s outer reef. Since its launch in July 2019, the story of InterContinental Hayman Island Resort has been intrinsically linked to its exquisite surrounds. The Resort team recognizes that with its doorstep location to one of the world’s natural wonders comes responsibility to treat the surrounding environment with great care and consideration.

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Gold Package: King Room

The Gold Package Rooms – available in king or twin configurations and feature a private balcony / courtyard and ensuite. Spread across three floors within The Lagoon Wing or Beach Wing, each King Room welcomes guests with opulent interiors, king or twin bedding and an open-plan dressing room. Lagoon view rooms have a balcony and Beach Rooms have a private courtyard. A private ensuite features a separate bathtub, shower, luxury amenities and double vanity.

VIP Package: One Bedroom Pool Ocean View Suite

Perched over Hayman Pool with captivating views across The Whitsunday Islands, the contemporary One Bedroom Ocean View Pool Suite offers a private balcony and open-plan living areas. Located across level 2 and 3 of The Pool Wing, the One Bedroom Ocean View Pool Suites offer an elegant blend of interior and exterior design with views across Australia’s largest swimming pool – Hayman Pool – and The Coral Sea from a large private double balcony. Features include a contemporary living room and 4-person dining area, complete with beautiful finishes and minimalist design. The master guest room is complete with a four-poster king size canopied bed and an open-plan bathroom with a separate shower, freestanding bath, double vanity and open-plan dressing room.

Experiences

Enter into a world of destination-inspired activities during your stay on Hayman Island. Each experience — on water, on island, and by air delivers meaningful connection to Australia’s most picturesque surrounds.