(content by Sophie)
Are you looking for a new destination to spend your next holiday? If you are, you’re on the right page. Australia is an amazing tropical destination because it is filled with tons of fascinating islands and dazzling beaches.
According to a new analysis, the country will be inundated with a whopping record of 10 million travellers from overseas this year alone! This is not surprising anymore as the country is known for its lush tropical scenery, wide-open spaces, and its natural wonders. In this piece, we have covered some of the most spectacular islands you can only find in Australia.
1. Fitzroy Island
With the Daintree Rainforest to the North, the Great Barrier to the east and the Atherton Tablelands to the west, Cairn’s location is spectacular. The small port city is your gateway to Tropical North Queensland. Cairns gives access to some truly unique ecosystems: from lush green jungle to a sparkling blue Coral Sea. Indeed, this is where the rainforest meets the reef.
As one of Australia’s most popular holiday destinations, Cairns is well set up for visitors, with a picturesque harbour, air-conditioned shopping malls and classic Australian pubs. The parklands in the compact city centre give you a taste of what it is to come when you set out to explore this tropical region.
Situated just 45 minutes from Cairns, Fitzroy Island is can be reached by regular ferry transfers on the air-conditioned Fitzroy Flyer. If you want to add additional adventure to your trip to the island, choose the Fast Cat Ride which gives you a breathtaking view of Cairns’ rich ecosystem. Combine your Fast Cat Ride with a guided sea kayaking where you and your travel companions can get to explore the wonders under the sea and if you are lucky, you might be able to see Fitzroy Island’s famous clownfish or sea turtles.
Fitzroy Island is a magnificent tropical paradise island where you can find Nudey Beach – Australia’s Best Beach for 2018. It is becoming a popular tourist destination because of it picturesque view, fine sand and pristine crystal-blue waters. The beach is a perfect venue for water activities, such as kayaking, snorkelling, paddle boarding, paddle skis and glass-bottom boats. After some time under the sun, enjoy a delicious tropical meal while admiring the ocean view.
2. Fraser Island
Located just off the coast of Noosa and Rainbow Beach and just above Brisbane, Fraser Island is nestled in an amazing spot which is perfect for a quick beach getaway! Fraser Island is a 184,000-hectare island and is considered as the world’s largest sand island. The island is a real Australian gem for it is filled with grandiose natural beauty, white beaches, cultural heritage, lavish rainforest and more than 200 freshwater lakes.
Fraser Island is the only place on earth where you can find tall rainforests growing on sand dunes at elevations of over 200 metres! Its famous 75 Mile Beach is also known for some of the best fishing in the world and is a great place if an exciting surfing experience is what you are looking for. If you are a camper and yearning for some solitary moment into the woods, Fraser Island will certainly give you the Australian wilderness you are after – with some luxurious resort-style accommodation on the side as an option!
If you are thinking of going to Fraser Island, just take note that there is no road on the island. It has a beach highway so if you want to explore more of what the island has to offer, cruising it by 4×4 is the only way to go! And while you are on the trip, do not miss to get a chance to see some of the most iconic places nearby, such as the Maheno shipwreck, the Lake Mackenzie, Eli Creek, Indian Head and the Champagne Pools.
3. Bruny Island
Bruny Island is situated just off the south-eastern coast of Tasmania, Australia. It is Tasmania’s premier island destination, with its amazing natural beauty surrounded by a wide line of boutique accommodations, food and tour experiences.
If you are planning to go on a new adventure and you have not figured out yet where to go, Bruny Island is the right one for you! The trip going to the island just take a 30-Hobart drive down to Kettering; from there, a 20-minute ferry trip going to the island awaits you!
Bruny Island is surrounded by wonderful coast that serves as a home to abundant marine life. It is also a hub to rare and endangered species such as fairy penguins, fur seals, and white wallabies. If you want some fun out of the ocean, Bruny Island also offers challenging terrains where you can enjoy bushwalking or hiking while you appreciate nature’s beauty!
