Mission Beach Business & Tourism

PO Box 266 | Mission Beach Qld 4852 Australia

T: 07 4068 7099 | F: 07 4068 7066 |

E: enquiry@missionbeachtourism.com

www.missionbeachtourism.com

MISSION BEACH

Bingil Bay

Brookes Beach

Clump Point

Clump Point JettyNarragon Beach

Garners Beach

Lugger Bay

Tam O’Shanter Point

SOUTH MISSION BEACH

WONGALING BEACH

Dunk Island

NINNISFAIL(45km To Mission Beach)

TULLY(22km to Mission Beach)

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Paronella Park(48km to Mission Beach)

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DAY TRIPS

The region boasts a range of unique and exciting attractions only a short drive from Mission Beach.

Imagine more... extend your stay and plan a day trip or two. Indulge in tropical wines, be enchanted by the inspirational story of a man’s dream or schedule a trip to the pristine Great Barrier Reef.

• Paronella Park

• Mamu Rainforest Canopy Walk

• Walking Trails through World

Heritage listed rainforests

• Murdering Point Winery

• Great Barrier Reef & Islands (see the reef where it was fi rst protected)

• Atherton Tablelands

• Waterfalls

• Day Spa

• Indigenous Tours

• Blokarting

• Tropical Fruit Safari

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GO EXTREME• white water rafting • skydiving• blokarting

Prepare for the ride of your life as the wind propels you along pristine beaches. Adrenaline pumping extreme fun!

Increase the pace and seek out the extreme – head to Tully, the unoffi cial white water rafting capital of Australia. White water rafting will give you an instant adrenaline rush as you shoot the rapids of the Tully River. Test your strength as you navigate Grade 3 and Grade 4 rapids leaving you energised…and soaked!

Or if your idea of extreme is at 14,000 feet, local skydiving operators can offer one of the most spectacular skydiving experiences and drop zones in the country. Strap yourself to an instructor and feel the exhilaration of freefall skydiving before parachuting down to the glistening sands of Mission Beach.

REST & RELAX• dining • markets • day spa • art

Nowhere else in Australia is such a range of exotic tropical fruit available – taste the tropical produce and fresh seafood of this magical region at one of the quaint cafes, restaurants, bars and eateries speckled around town.

You can dine at stylish cocktails lounges or enjoy takeaway fi sh and chips on the beach or even treat yourself to a fi ne dining experience at one of our glorious beach front venues. The local live music scene is thriving with local acts performing regularly around town. Experience the local culture and visit the markets held on the fi rst and third Sunday of each month showcasing local produce, clothing, and arts and crafts. Mission Beach is also home to artists and galleries exhibiting local and Australian works.

Mission Beach is a haven for rest and relaxation. Pamper yourself at Queensland’s fi rst beachfront day spa or one of our many professional beauty salons.

RETREAT• resorts • camping • beach house

Retreat to your humble abode or to luxurious comfort – Mission Beach offers a range of accommodation options. For those who appreciate luxury, hilltop accommodation boasting magnifi cent panoramic views overlooking Dunk Island and the Coral Sea are available.

Mission Beach also has a range of affordable accommodation options - beachfront apartments just 20 metres from the beach suitable for families and large groups - and secluded B&B’s.

Pitch a tent on one of the islands or opt for a family cabin at one of the caravan parks at Mission Beach. Backpackers can stay and play, with a choice of accommodation providers. You can also hire out a beach shack, executive apartment or stylishly appointed house.

For information on all tours, accommodation and activities offered at Mission Beach, visit our website:www.missionbeachtourism.com or drop into the Visitor Information Centre at Porter Promenade, Mission Beach.

REEF RAPTURE• snorkelling • diving

Mission Beach is the birthplace of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park for a reason – it is the closest access point from the mainland to the reef than any other destination on the Far North Coast and it accommodates some of the most spectacular coral reefs in the world.

Your senses will be awakened like never before in the spectacular marine wonderland where unspoiled coral reef and diverse and exotic marine life await diving enthusiasts and fi rst time snorkelers alike.

It was from the shores of Bingil Bay Mission Beach in the 1960’s that some of the world’s most ardent conservationists, including Australian Prime Minister Harold Holt changed the perception of the world in regards to environmental protection. And through tireless efforts saved the reef bordering Mission Beach from mining – eventually resulting in the protection of the entire Australian Great Barrier Reef.

Thanks to these great campaigners, visitors today marvel at colourful living coral, sea turtles, lionfish and giant manta rays.

Local tour companies offer half day toursto the reef and cater for all levels of experience.

GO WILD (Nature-Based Tourism)• fl ora • fauna • hiking • culture

One of the biggest drawcards to Mission Beach is the World Heritage rainforests of the Wet Tropics. Sixty per cent of Australia’s butterfl ies can be found here, including the magnifi cent Birdwing and the Ulysses species. Mission Beach is also home to the Southern Cassowary.

Hikers will be tempted by a range of historical and invigorating walks, ranging from strolls to more challenging inclines. Popular tracks include Bicton Hill, Licuala Fan Palm Walk, Edmund Kennedy Walking Track and Lacey’s Creek.

Visit Paronella Park, voted Queensland’s

number 1 must do. An experience that is impossible to describe.

Discover the secrets of our Indigenous culture and dreamtime places with guided tours to Echo Creek Falls.

ADVENTURE• fi shing • kayaking • horse riding

Several creeks empty their waters at Mission Beach, making it an ideal spot for catching Barramundi and Mangrove Jack. Popular fi shing areas include the Clump Point jetty and boat ramp. If you

need a little help to secure your catch, daily charters are available to take you to exclusive fi shing grounds abundant with sought after tropical reef and sport fi sh.

Kayaking tours off the beach and across to Dunk Island are another great way to take in the scenery often sighting dolphins, rays and turtles.

Hire a small catamaran, kayak or tinniefor a hands on experience. For a change of pace, saddle-up and ride along pristine beaches.

Imagine 14km of pristine golden beaches nestled between two World Heritage areas, the spectacular

Wet Topics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef - Imagine Mission Beach .

Celebrated for its beauty and diversity Mission Beach touches the soul and inspires those who visit to

appreciate the abundance of natural wonders that spawned the movement to protect our wonderful

Australian coral reefs and is the proud birthplace of the ‘Great Barrier Reef’ marine park.

Mission Beach is idyllically located between Cairns and Townsville and is a wonderful escape for the

adventure traveller as well as those seeking an eco-friendly sanctuary to relax.

Mission Beach... imagine more.

THE ISLANDS• dunk island • bedarra island

Approximately 4km offshore, Dunk and the Family Group of islands make up Mission Beach’s aquatic playground.

The tropical verge of Dunk Island is wonderful for cool rainforest walks, and day trips to Dunk Island from Mission Beach can be enjoyed with minimum effort.

The remaining islands of the Family Group include Timana, Wheeler, Coombe, Smith, Bowden and Hudson Islands. Campers can stay on Dunk, Wheeler and Coombe with a permit. Camping equipment is available for hire.

There are charter boats available, as well as the water taxi to launch your island escape.