The spectacular north Queensland island, known as Dunk Island, is found approximately 120 kilometers south of Cairns and 160 kilometers north of Townsville. Located just four kilometers off the coast of Mission Beach, Dunk Island measures in at six kilometers long and two kilometers wide. The island also has a beautiful tropical climate spawning an average year round temperature of roughly 29 degrees Celsius.
As history goes, Dunk Island was originally known as Coonangleba, meaning ‘Island of Peace and Plenty’, by the local indigenous Australians that inhabited the area. Only in 1770, when James Cook was exploring the Queensland coastline, did Dunk Island acquire its European name after the Earl of Halifax, George Montagu Dunk. From its historical beginnings to the present day, many people have since visited the island to enjoy its unique majestic nature.
Dunk Island Queensland
Upon Dunk Island there is a magnificent array of activities, attractions, experiences and facilities to take advantage of. The golden beaches, lush tropical rainforests, sparkling creeks and rocky shores are just a few environments popular among visitors seeking serenity. For the sake of the Australian wildlife, the Island’s southern section comprises of approximately 730 hectares of protected National Park. This National Park encompasses over thirteen kilometers of walking tracks, which take walking enthusiasts coiling through intriguing natural habitats.
Access to Dunk Island can easily be made by plane or water vessel. Flights to Dunk Island are operated by Macair and exit Cairns Domestic Airport on a daily basis. Water taxis are also another convenient method of transportation over to Dunk Island. Transfers usually occur on a daily basis and exit from both the Clump Point and Mission Beach jetties.
A day trip or longer stay on Dunk Island is a highly recommended way to enhance any travellers visit to Mission Beach. The island is bursting with a magnificent selection of interesting opportunities, ready to be experienced.
Originally posted 2008-12-13 01:33:31. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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