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Dunk Island
Dunk Island is a stunning island just off the coast south of Cairns in north Queensland. Most of the island is National Park, with unique tracts of rainforests, pristine beaches and abundant species of wildlife. There are plenty of walking trails on the island so you can fully experience the beauty of the rainforests on the island. Be sure to walk to the top of Mt Kootaloo for spectacular views of the Dunk, the mainland and the Hinchinbrook Channel.
While Dunk Island is perfect for daytrips, there are nine campsites in the National Park and accommodation at the only resort on the island, Dunk Island Resort, if you’d like to stay for a couple days or more. So whether you are backpacking, travelling on a budget or looking for some luxurious resort accommodation, Dunk Island will prove to be the ideal island retreat for everyone.
It is proven to be the best destination for couples, families, honeymooners and rainforest fans as they can all emerge themselves in luxury and tranquillity from the moment that they arrive. You will be greeted by the friendly staff members and quickly taken to your luxurious rooms where you will be delighted to find a stylish and perfectly appointed room that is all yours.
Once you have gotten settled you can then take part in the many activities that are available on the island such as archery, 9-hole golf course, squash, tennis, volleyball and horse riding to just name a few of the land based ones. And out on the water you can hire a catamaran or paddle ski or perhaps go windsurfing, fishing, snorkelling, scuba diving, jet-skiing, parasailing, water-skiing or wake-boarding. There are also motor dinghies and guided kayaking tours that you can book and by night there is live entertainment for all to enjoy.
There are many cruises that depart the island all throughout the year that you can board to visit one of the other nearby islands, or take a trip to the outer reef for some diving or fishing of every kind such deep sea or reef fishing. There are also sunset sailing cruises, glass bottom boat trips and semisubmersible trips that the kids just love to do while you are here.
Dining out is a favourite pastime for everyone, especially when you are on holidays, and while you are Dunk Island you will be treated to only the best of everything including its exceptional food. From the main restaurant which is great for Mediterranean food and seafood buffets through to a simple meal you can pick up at the store you will find a taste tempting meal at any time of the day.
Dunk Island is a place of peace and plenty, where you will have everything right at your fingertips as well as being with a short boat trip to the famous Great Barrier Reef. If you are planning a family holiday, there is a great kids club that offers heaps of things to do, as the parents enjoy a little time out for themselves.
It also makes for the ideal place for couples looking for romance as you indulge, spend some quality time together and watch the perfect sunset. It is a four star resort with all of the trimming so prepare yourself for a wonderful holiday when you plan to come to the outstanding island getaway of Dunk Island.