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Mission Beach - Birdwatching tours
Openseas Says: Mission Beach is home to the Cassowary a huge flightless bird which is listed as a endangered species. We never saw one which was unfortunate, as we did look seriously around whilst walking the bush/ rainforest tracks. There are signs everywhere saying "please drive...
Step 1: Access to the Dunk Island safely...
Tripack Says: You will have two choice to access this exclusive Island by boat or by plane. I choose the boat which was enjoyable cruise with paradisiac sceneries. What a change compare to my last Swiss lake cruise on a paddle steam boat...I start my cruise from Cardwell which make my...
Step 2: Reach the right Island...
Tripack Says: Dunk Island is one of the most beautiful tropical rainforest island around Australia. So try to not miss it.From Cardwell, I saw many other temptation Islands as...Hinchinbrook Island, Garden Island, Goold Island,Brook Island, Bowden Island,Hudson Island,Kurrumbah...
mattahl Says: I stayed on Dunk Island resort and decided to give their 9 hole golf course a go. I am far from being a pro and I was amazed by the stunning views and I have to say I was impressed by design of the course, some holes were real challenges. I paid $20 which included club hire,...
4 Reviews and 0 Opinions Voyages Resort is the ONLY hotel on Dunk Island so you have to just go with the flow regarding your...
Blarneys.: Up Market-Blarneys.
Openseas Says: Blarneys offers excellent service, atmosphere and food. The menu is mostly meat dishes with some old favourites like steak and kidney pie. If you are looking for an initmate and cozy place for a romantic dinner then you cannot pass Blarney's.It's located south of Mission...
Openseas Says: Horizons is located in South Mission Beach, so this article only relates to those who have a car park at Mission Beach. If you are exploring the mainland and wanting to relax then try Horizons for an intimate dinner or lunch overlooking a breathtaking view of the Family...
cbCafe Coconutz: want to have fun!
Openseas Says: Cafe Coconutz is a laid back casual cafe with a small and intimate courtyard offering okay meals with an Asian flavour. The cafe turns into a bar after dark and its a fantastic place to hang out to meet other travelers and the locals. We had a fabulous night here enjoying...
Fab food.: Mission Beach- Castaway Resort
Openseas Says: If traveling from Dunk Island to Mission Beach and if your in need of a good restaurant, then try Castaways on the beaach.The restaurant in Castaways Resort which is located on the beach approx 5 mins walk along the beach is a little more upmarket offering a good wine list...
Shrubbery Tavern: Locals hang-out
Openseas Says: If wanting to escape from Dunk Island and explore Mission Beach for a day or night then hanging out at Shrubbery's is a cool idea. The tavern has a good size bar which offers a TV for watching your favourite game of footy or cricket. The outdoor restaurant is set amongst the...
Openseas Says: If you are driving to Mission Beach to get to Dunk Island here is a little list of info.Mission Beach to Cairns - approx 2hours.Mission Beach to Townsville - approx 3 hoursMission Beach to Tully - approx 70kmsMission Beach to Bingal Bay - 4.5kmsMission Beach to Wongaling...
Openseas Says: BY COACH. Coaches operate from Cairns Airport and Cairns city. Coaches leave Cairns for Mission Beach and Dunk Island connections. Contact any travel agent in Cairns for timetables. www.premierms.com.au or www.greyhound.com.auMission beach also has a local daily bus service...
A ATM and an EFTPOS facility is located on the island, postal service is also available. An inter-net kiosk is supplied too. The small Blue Butterfly Boutique Shop sells basic pharmacy items and souvenirs. Its located just near the Butterfly Pool.
Updated Dec 18, 2007
Tripack Says: The blue Ulysses butterfly is the famous island symbol. With a wingspan of up to 10 centimetres, making it one of the largest butterflies in Australia, and maybe the most beautiful.The Ulysses butterfly inhabits tropical rainforest areas and suburban gardens. It flies high...
Openseas Says: If you really want to know or have contact with Australians the best thing any traveler can do is shout a beer.....you will then have a friend who will give you any info needed plus more info than you required.
What to do if stung from stingers
Openseas Says: Irukandji – If in doubt of what stinger was involved, apply vinegar immediately to the sting. Observe airway, breathing and circulation. Make sure the patient rests and send for urgent medical assistance. Note that the symptoms of an Irukandji sting can take around minutes...
Openseas Says: • Stingers - Box Jellyfish or Irukandji. - Stinger season is between October to May. • Found in Northern Queensland, Northern Territory, and Northern Western Australia.PLEASE READ ALL LIFE-SAVING SIGNS AND WARNINGS>. The Irukandji (Carukua barnesi) inhabits Northern...
Luggage and bags: If arriving by plane passengers on connecting scheduled flights to Dunk Island may be limited to one suitcase and one small carry-on item of hand luggage each. A limit of 16kg applies (subject to loading restrictions). So travel lightly.
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Bring swimmers, flip flops, shorts, t/shirts and a umbrella, remember its the topics and it does get extremely hot and humid in summer. Good walking shoes if taking any of the walking tracks around Dunk Island.
Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Bring your own medication.
Photo Equipment: Dunk Island is a fantastic spot for photo's, so bring all your photo equipment with you.
Written Dec 18, 2007
Openseas Says: cbIf you have travelled to Mission Beach by car for Dunk Island and want some other activities available which is not supplied on the island, then hop onto a water taxi and pick-up your car and drive to Tully.White water rafting can be found at Tully Gorge which is approx 70...
Openseas Says: Dunk Island has a large 18 hole golf course just located near the airstrip. All equipment can be hired from Voyages resort on Dunk Island. The sports activity shop for information can be located just near the ferry wharf.
Blue Skies and tropical beaches.
Openseas Says: The beaches are gorgeous set amongst tropical gardens, the island is truly a lovely get-away from the normal cities and offers travelers a taste of paradise. Relaxing under a coconut tree and watching the magnificent sunsets with a cocktail in hand !
Ok, I know. Almost nobody can afford a posh 5-star-luxury-resort on a tiny island off the queensland cost. Neither could I. That's why I'm the luckiest girl in the world. I won this amazing trip in......
Dunk Island is located approximately two hours drive south from Cairns and 3hrs north of Townsville. It lies 4km off shore from beautiful Mission Beach . You cannot take your car over to Dunk Island,...
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