| | | | Places to Stay in Mission Beach Australia |  | AAA Tourism Rated 4.5 Stars which is the highest in Mission Beach. Luxury B&B on 1.5 acres of rainforest and tropical garden. Walk 8 mins to pristine beach via rainforest beach access track. Facilities include pool, BBQ plus other self catering requirements available, 2 guest lounge areas with pool table & bar. Walk to shopping village, pub and restaurants. Guest rooms have TV, DVD player, fridge, air-conditioning plus lockable private exit/entry. Not suitable for children. Hot... |
|  | Each of these delightful cottages (there are only 4 ) is fully self contained and even has its own personal verandah with personal BBQ overlooking the night lit pool. Everything has been thought of here to make that family experience very special. Children are especially welcome as the hosts Roger and Cherelle designed the resort specifically for families with young children.From the beach walk in pool with tropical gardens, hammocks and bench seats scattered in the lush... |
|  | The Lodge is an award winning Queenslander pole home, set in Mission Beach, just 1.5 kms from the beach. Guest accommodation, which is separate to the main house, is fully ensuite. We have a great swimming pool with a waterfall feature - it has just got to be the best in the area. The lush tropical gardens attract scores of birds and butterflies, including the Ulysses. If you fancy a few cuttings from the garden just ask Mick (the head gardener, waiter, repair man etc..). There is... |
| | | | | Tourist Information for Mission Beach Australia | The delightful beachfront town of Mission Beach boasts over 14kms of magnificent sandy beaches. It is here that the rainforest meets the beach which makes Mission Beach a very unique place to visit. Offshore you will find the beautiful Dunk and Bedarra Islands as well as Hinchinbrook Island which is the largest island National Park in the world. Mission beach also boasts the closest mainland access to the Great Barrier Reef.
| Unlike many towns in tropical north Queensland, Mission Beach doesnt have the hussle and bustle of crowded shops and busy roads - it is a vibrant town which makes for a tranquil holiday spot. Mission Beach has a great range of tours on offer including skydiving, the Great Barrier Reef, rainforest walks, white water rafting, island cruises, scuba diving and much much more. But maybe all you fancy is to laze around on the pristine beaches of Mission Beach - in this tropical paradise the choice is all yours....
| If you are in the market for Mission Beach accommodation, look no further. Whether you are on a tight budget or like a little more luxury, Mission Beach has accommodation to suit all needs. Fancy waking up on the absolute beachfront to the sounds of the waves hitting the shore....well make sure Mission Beach is on the top of your holiday list - you wont be disappointed!
| | Things to do in Mission Beach | Wondering what to do in Mission Beach ? Here is some information on tourist attractions to help make you enjoy your stay in Mission Beach more enjoyable.
| | Eateries/Wineries | While on holiday, why not indulge in some of the local restaurants and wineries serving delicious food and wine. We suggest Oliveri's Continental Deli, Zestivale at Castaways on the Beach Resort, Friends Restaurant & Oyster Bar, Ulysses Restaurant and Oceania Bar & Grill. Cherelle Skelly of Cassawong Cottages, a Mission Beach Cottage, suggested Tropical fruit winery with cellar door and daily tastings within 10klm, Award winning restaurants and Banana winery with cellar door and daily tastings. Noel Barrow of Tropical Escape Bed & Breakfast, a Mission Beach B&B, suggested Indian, Thai and Chinese cuisine available, Blarneys Restaurant is in Top 25 in Queensland and Loaf Bakery only uses organic ingredients.
| | Sports/Adventure | There are some great sports and adventure activities to participate in. Cherelle Skelly suggested Skydiving and land on the beach, White water rafting on the mighty Tully, Scuba dive or snorkel the Great Barrier Reef and Play a round of golf at Historic El Arish. Noel Barrow suggested Full day Kayak trips to Dunk Island, Arrange to go camping to a deserted island from Mission Beach, Bicycle Hire is available for your use, Visit the Crocodile Farm at Flying Fish Point or go on an actual crocodile spotting cruise on the Hull River, Hire a tinnie or catamaran and sail to Dunk Island and Fishing Adventure Trips can be organised.
| | Pubs/Bars | There are some great hotels in Mission Beach. Cherelle Skelly suggested Mission beach resort has a3 bands and pokies as well as a bistro and El Arish has a fabulous pub with historical memorabilia decorating the rooms and walls. Noel Barrow suggested Beach Bar and Grill features Hard Banana Bar for your disco pleasure.
| | Specialty Shops | For the ladies, no trip is complete without doing some shopping. Cherelle Skelly suggested Great local seafood shop. Noel Barrow suggested and Helen Wiltshire Art Gallery is a must to enjoy.
| | Historical Sites | If you are interested in history, Mission Beach has some great historical sites. Cherelle Skelly suggested The 'Old Mission' for which Mission Beach derives its name and Local aboriginal community.
| | Trails/Wildlife/Nature | If you like nature and want to see the wildlife, there are some places to go. Cherelle Skelly suggested Pods of dolphins can often be seen off Wongaling Beach, Cassawoaries live and wander through the forests of Mission Beach, See the agile wallabies grazing in paddocks, Ulysses butterflies live in the gardens of most homes and in abundance at Cassawong Cottages, Whales can be seen from the beach on their migration North, Fabulous walking tracks through World Heritage rainforest and Cairns Birdwing butterfly with its magic greens and reds are found throughout the village close against the forest.
| | Festivals/Events | The locals hold some festivals in Mission Beach which are fun for the whole family. We suggest Mission Beach Sailing Regatta. Cherelle Skelly suggested , Banana Festival every year, Arts Festival every year and Mission Beach Aquatic Festival.
| | Main Tourist Attractions | Mission Beach main tourist attractions must be seen if you are spending some time here. Cherelle Skelly suggested Fabulous rainforest walks that are the natural habitat for the endangered Cassowary, White Water raft the mighty Tully River a catagory 4, Skydive from a perfectly good plane over the coral sea and land on the beach outside your accommodation...WOW, One of the 10 'Wonders of the World', visit the Great Barrier Reef from Mission Beach, the closest point to the outer barrier reef and Wet Tropics World Heritage rainforest surrounds Mission Beach. Noel Barrow suggested 14 kms of unspoilt beach is the Jewel In The Crown for Mission Beach visitors, Relax, enjoy the lack of traffic, get into Manyana Mode, Sorry no high rise buildings here to shade the beach, Hire a tinnie, catamaran, paddle board to enjoy the water, Experience the magical balmy nights and tropical downpours in the Wet Tropics, Visit the Tablelands for a picnic or Alligators Nest in Tully, Half and Full Day Kayak Trips to Dunk Island, Local markets held on regular basis with lots of interesting goods on display, Visit Dunk Island for the day and enjoy the rainforest and beach walks of this National Park and Local artists have their works on display in Mission Beach.
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| Licuala Lodge | MISSION BEACH |  | | Queenslander home with separate guest accommodation and great swimming pool. We serve the yummiest brekky in Queensland and included in the price are FREE drinks - tea, coffee, soft drinks and BEER. | | | Tropical Escape Bed & Breakfast | MISSION BEACH |  | | Centrally located in Mission Beach. Walk 8 minutes to beach, restaurants & shopping village whilst still enjoying a quiet location. | | |  | MISSION BEACH ACOMODATION :: HOLIDAY UNITS |
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| Cassawong Cottages | MISSION BEACH | | | Tourism Award Winner for 2004,2005, this eco conservation resort is a family favourite. Opposite magnificent Mission Beach and backing onto natural rainforest, this is a one in a million property.
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