web tourists

Had a good giggle the other day when I saw a newspaper article showed the funny spelling used by web surfers..... got to love Drunk Island for Dunk Island is this wishful thinking perhaps, and how about Permission Beach for Mission Beach I dont quite get that one! But I can understand Dumbo for Dubbo, it somehow seems to suit!

rough passage but calm snorkeling

Calypso Dive have headed out the Great Barrier Reef today, and although the sea looks a little rougher than is idea, they will have a great day. Eddie Reef is well protected and will offer great snorkeling opportunities. Calypso II is also a great vessel for slightly rougher seas, she is designed to take it and performs well. So grab your sea legs and lets go snorkeling and diving in one of the best places in Australia - Mission Beach.

Booking ahead

Everyday one of our customers will ask whether they need to book ahead for the water taxi, quick cat, their accomodation or tour........ the answer will like to give is yes please book ahead. You may be able to get away with 'going with the flow' most of the time but if you want to be assured of making something happen, whether it is a walk on Dunk Island or a night of luxury at the Horizon Resort, you really should book ahead. We are always happy to help with bookings and give great honest advice about Mission Beach.

Mission Beach- A Single Taxi Town

Here in beautiful Mission Beach we only have one taxi service running. We are a very laid back community and 'we don't mind waiting , so when you are visiting please don't worry if you have to wait for your taxi, take time to relax and enjoy Mission Beach's laid back atmosphere.

Villa San Michele

PORT DOUGLAS: Centrally located in the heart of Port Douglas. One and two bedroom apartments.

The view from above

I am so thrilled, another great tour for Mission Beach, Ultimate Helicopter Tours, yeah! The view from above is awesome, normally this sight has been reserved for skydivers, but now the view is available to all. So go for it folks, lets go for a ride and check out the view from above.

Entertainment in Mission Beach

Mission Beach Information Station has made it easy for you to decide what to do in Mission Beach, whether your a local or a visitor, our Entertainment Guide is a great way to find out what is on. Listed are live bands, local festivals, bingo, pool competitions, which DJ's are playing and where and much, much more. All you need to know to have fun in Mission Beach, just click on Entertainment Guide from our homepage at www.missionbeachinfo.com

Ultimate View Helicopter Company

Offering the ultimate view - scenic tours over the region, including the rainforest, Great Barrier Reef, Islands and coastal attractions. Owners, Bungie and Bec are proud of their Robinson 44 Clipper II and with with 18 years of flying experience Bungie is well qualified to pilot this comfortable Helicopter. Range of tours are available, as well as airport and island transfer service.

Markets in Mission Beach

There are two regular markets in Mission Beach, this Sunday, the last in each month, hosts the Mission Beach Monster Market, located at MARCS Park in Cassowary Drive. On the first and third Sunday of the month is the Mission Beach Market, located near the Village Hub in Porter Promenade. Come along and enjoy the local arts, crafts, fruit and vegetables amongst other wonderful things.

Beach Walking

As a Mission Beach local I know I don't walk our beautiful beaches enough. Yesterday I did though, and again remembered why I always love it. Walking along Wongaling Beach we passed many others enjoying the view of Dunk Island as they meandered along with their friends, children and dogs. We were even in the right spot at the right time to watch the sky divers land, a must do adventure in Mission Beach.

Booking your Bus Ticket

If you want to be guaranteed a seat on a Greyhound or Premier bus then you must book first. There are two Mission Beach to Cairns services today who have booked out, that means unless someone doesn't get on the bus then you may not get to where your going when you want to.....oh and that is neither the agent or the bus drivers fault.....as fun as it is to wing it, sometimes you have to plan in advance.

The colour green

What I love about living in Mission Beach is how green it is, all different shades of green. You don't even have to go into the rainforest to see it, although I would strongly recommend any of the walks in Mission Beach that take you for a stroll through there. This is why I don't mind so much when we are having a spot of rain, or even a bit more. On my last visit down south to see my family it was harder to find the green spots. It makes me appreciate how lucky we are here in Tropical North Queensland.

Mission Beach Banana Festival

The Mission Beach State School is holding its annual Banana Festival on Saturday. Visitors are more than welcome to pop in, it is great fun. The Fete starts at 12noon, Live Music (& Bar) from 6pm to late and Fireworks at 8pm. All open to the Public. There are loads of great stalls, games & activities.

Horseshoe Bay Resort

BOWEN: Horseshoe Bay Resort is only 5 kilometres from the relaxed business centre of Bowen ... the Top of the Whitsundays.

Air Whitsunday

AIRLIE BEACH: Seaplane Tours

Enjoy Travellers Resort

CAIRNS: Backpackers

Cape Trib Horse Rides

CAPE TRIBULATION: The only beach ride in Cape Tribulation.

Fantasea Magnetic Island Car Ferry

TOWNSVILLE: Magnetic Island Car Ferry

Cook Street Holidays

TOWNSVILLE: High set renovated old Queenslander set in North Ward, a stroll to The Strand. Longer walk to some of the best restaurants and boutique café’s in Located at 51 Cook Street, Townsville.

Camping

I must say I am in awe of these young things who backpack around Australia with camping gear, they look so weighed down with gear but obviously have the best of fun seeing the real Australia. Mission Beach has some great camping spots, from as little as $10 per night.