Best places to stop on the East Coast of Australia

Agnes Water + 1770

So you’re kayaking on the sea, watching the sunset draw to a close. When all of a sudden a pod of dolphins bob in and out of the water giving you and your fellow kayakers a private show! Sounds like a dream, right? Yeah, you guessed it… Agnes Water and the town of 1770 provides you with an idyllic Aussie setting and helps you become one with nature. But if that isn’t your thing then fear no more! You could always surf the waves, skate down the clear sidewalk or lie horizontal all day in a hammock. 

Airlie Beach (Whitsundays)

The Whitsundays are a group of islands found on the fringe of the Great Barrier Reef and arguably the greatest treasure of Queensland. What better way to waste away three days than to sail around a set of islands on a liveaboard? When you arrive at Whitehaven beach, the magical white sand will leave you gobsmacked. Lie on the beach and soak in the rays or chase lemon sharks and stingrays through the shallow waters!

Another absolute must-see on the East Coast of Australia.

We have day tours from Airlie Beach to the Whitsundays. But we would highly recommend and overnight sailing adventure.

Magnetic Island

Ah the Island of the Barbie Convertibles. The car you always said you’d never hire if you were to do the East Coast, but then get roped into just for the pure hilarity of it… Just me then? Well, I can confirm that it is hilarious, and cliché, but mostly hilarious.

When you’re in your bright pink convertible and you’re feeling like a boss, then you may as well take it for a spin to all the corners of the island. Park up at the fort and take the 2 hike to the fort, the highest point of the Island! Stunning views reward your climb, not to mention the cute koalas you’ll spot on the way!

If all of this sounds far too exciting and you need to let off a bit of steam, then head to Base Bar for an evening of alco-frolicking beach side.

Best places to stop on the East Coast of Australia in Tropical North Queensland

Mission Beach

The most popular spot on the East Coast to face your fears and jump out of a perfectly functioning plane. The only skydive in Australia where you can land right on the beach! An exhilarating big fat tick off your bucket-list! Reward your adventurous efforts with a beach BBQ on one of the prettiest stretches of sand the Coast has to offer.  

Cairns

Cairns is a fantastic gateway to some pretty epic marine life in Australia. Whether you’re into diving, fishing or snorkelling, you’ll be sure to see some big stuff on the Great Barrier Reef.

Make sure you also check out the small but beautiful Fitzroy Island. Spend your day snorkelling in the search for marine life or visiting the sick turtles at the turtle rehabilitation centre.  Paddleboards can be rented from a beachside kiosk and there’s a huge water trampoline so there’s no chance of getting bored!

Book your Great Barrier Reef day tour. 

Atherton Tablelands

Fancy standing in the same spot as Peter Andre flexed his abs? How about flicking your hair in front of a waterfall as if you were in the Mysterious Girl video? Well, the Atherton Tablelands is home to Mila Mila Falls, where that very music video was shot! Bathe in the beautiful refreshing water to cool you down – well if it’s good enough for Peter Andre… 

If you have a set of wheels then you should take time to explore the rest of the Tablelands, especially for a spot of camping at Lake Tinaroo. See if you can catch yourself a fresh Bream for dinner!

Visit the Atherton Tablelands. 

Cape Tribulation/Daintree Rainforest

Some don’t make it this far as Cairns is often the finishing line for many travelers. If you have some spare time and want to immerse yourself in the dense beautiful rainforest that leads to a beautiful beach, then spend some time in Cape Trib. The Daintree Rainforest is a tropical haven and the oldest surviving rainforest in the world! Head down the Daintree River for some croc spotting – just make sure you don’t get too close. .

Book your Cape Tribulation adventure.