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Islands & Reef

North Queensland is spoilt for choice with five beautiful and unique tropical islands on our doorstep.

Magnetic Island Accessible daily from Townsville by ferry (25 min transfer) or car & passenger ferry (45 min transfer). View ferry timetables at Sunferries or Magnetic Island Ferry.

Orpheus Island

Camp in perfect natual isolation or retreat in luxury. Orpheus Island is located off the coastline of Ingham and is accessible daily from Townsville via sea plane and launch from Lucinda or Taylors Beach. Orpheus is a national park island featuring a secluded, luxury resort catering to limited guest numbers. Campers are also welcome on the island. Camping permits are obtained through Queensland Parks & Wildlife Service.

Hinchinbrook Island The jewel of this region is undoubtedly the Hinchinbrook Channel and Hinchinbrook Island, the world's largest national park island and home of the internationally acclaimed "Thorsborne Trail". Visit Port Hinchinbrook, enjoy a coffee or cold drink whilst looking out over the marina or experience Hinchinbrook Island through a day trip or by staying at the Hinchinbrook Wilderness Lodge Resort. Accessible via regular ferry transfer (50 min transfer) from Port Hinchinbrook. The island can also organise transfers from Townsville.

Dunk Island Accessible daily by water taxi, ferry service or Quick Cat from Mission Beach. Refer web site for details.

Bedarra Island

Accessible via launch from Dunk Island (20 min transfer). Refer web site for details.