dunk island

Dunk Island Resort is located on the Great Barrier Reef, approximately 4 kilometres off the Tropical North Queensland coast, midway between Townsville and Cairns. Most of the island is designated as a National Park and the dense rainforest is home to a huge variety of native flora and fauna, including 150 species of birds, and the beautiful electric blue Ulysses butterfly (the island’s famous symbol). With a wingspan of up to 10 centimetres, the Ulysses butterfly is one of the largest butterflies in Australia, and definitely the most beautiful.

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 At Dunk Islandthere is a fantastic array of activities to choose from for the whole family! Take a rainforest walk to the summit of Mt Kootaloo, explore the walking trails through the National Park or snorkel at Muggy Muggy Beach. The resort also features a variety of restaurants and eateries to suit all tastes and budgets. The accommodation at Dunk Island is varied and is suitable for couples, families and groups. Garden Rooms and Beachfront Rooms both have family configurations while Beachfront Suites are located beachside and offer guests privacy and seclusion. All 160 rooms at Dunk Island Resort are well-appointed with five grades of accommodation, each with beach or tropical garden views. On this family friendly island children also stay and eat free, using existing bedding.

catseye beach

With excellent weather, coral reefs, white sandy beaches and crystal clear blue water, Hamilton Island offers travellers the perfect Great Barrier Reef experience! With six accommodation choices to choose from, there is a Hamilton Island Resort that will suit every taste and budget. Hamilton Island is located in the heart of the Whitsundays, and is the largest inhabited island in the group. With its own airport, and direct flights daily from the east coast of Australia, this is the most accessible island on the Great Barrier Reef. Hamilton Island has a year round temperature of 27 degree’s and is the ultimate destination for swimming and snorkelling around the reef, witnessing the natural wonders and the abundant marine life.

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Hamilton Island is the only island that offers guests a choice of 6 hotels. Hamilton Island Bungalow and Terrace are free-standing bungalows with their own balcony overlooking the tropical gardens.  Hamilton Island Holiday Properties offers a range of self contained accommodation, located either resort side or throughout the bushland, sleeping from 1 to 8 people. Famous for its breathtaking views, The Reef View Hotel is one of the most sought after accommodation options on Hamilton Island. Offering affordable, well-appointed suites each with its own private balcony facing the Coral Sea or landscaped tropical gardens. The Whitsunday Holiday Apartments are located on the beachfront and are suited to couples and families looking for the convenience of hotel facilities with the flexibility of self-catering features. The Beach Club offers absolute beachfront boutique style hotel accommodation with stunning views of the Coral Sea. This option is perfect for romantic getaways as it doesn’t cater for children under the age of 18.