Fishing in Mission Beach

There are two companies in Mission Beach who will take you out for a day of fishing, or even a half day if you prefer. They will take you Game, Reef or Island fishing. The weather has been absolutely fabulous for getting out on the water, and they have even been seeing some whales!

Sanctuary Retreat Mission Beach

Here is a great option if your staying in Mission Beach. A unique accredited eco-lodge, set up high, catching ocean views and cooling breezes, and protects the home of the endangered cassowary. Accommodation is in secluded rainforest huts and cabins, walking trails wind through the forest, and a tranquil pool and secluded beach are nearby. Delicious meals and relaxing massage are available to complete your Sanctuary experience. Located in Holt Road, Bingil Bay.

Back home in Mission Beach

I'm back home in Mission Beach after a couple of chilly, actually very chilly days visiting a friend in Canberra. It's always lovely to go away but even better to come home. I missed the sunny weather, sparkling water, beautiful beach and of course seeing the green of the rainforest. If your visiting Mission Beach don't forget to come into the Information Station and we will help you with your holiday plans.

Whale Watching

Its whale watching time of year again in Mission Beach and right up an down the queensland coast. Dunk & Island Sails are offering a fantastic deal. Sail on their beautiful catamaran around Dunk Island and Mission Beach for only $55 per person. The trip departs at 10am and returns at 3pm. BYO food and drinks and be prepared for a fantastic day!!

Mission Beach Information Station

The Mission Beach Information Station is your one-stop shop with the fastest internet connections in Mission Beach as well as Skype, CD & DVD burning, card readers and printing services. Yes, we are laptop friendly too

Eco Creek Bush Walk

Enjoy the spirit of the rainforest. Join a 4 hour guided rainforest experience with the local Aboriginal people. Learn about the flora and fauna, see bush skills demonstrated and trek through virgin rainforest to a spectacular waterfall. This trip includes transfers from Mission Beach and Tully.

Beautiful day in Mission Beach

If you live in Mission Beach or are visiting then you will be loving the fantastic weather we are having. It is perfect for the Outrigger Regatta happening in Wongaling Beach and the annual school fundraiser the Banana Festival. Get out there and enjoy your day!

Coral Sea Kayaking

From Mission Beach you can go and enjoy Dunk Island as nature intended. Sea Kayaking is an active, fun and eco-friendly way to explore the tropical waters. Glide silently over the fringing reef, spotting turtles and rays. Spend the day relaxing on a sandy beach, take a rainforest walk or go for a snorkel. Learn about the island, reef ecology and aboriginal and pioneering history from your friendly and knowledgeable local guide. Extended trips such as 3 day Tropical Island Kayak and 5 & 7 day Hinchinbrook Is & Family Is. trips as available.

Banana Festival

Its the annual Mission Beach Banana Festival this coming Saturday 22nd August. Starting from 1pm and going through till late. Its one of the best afternoon/nights to be had in Mission Beach with entertainment for the children in the afternoon and plenty of entertainment for the grown ups till late into the night with a live band. See you there!!

Mission Beach Information Station

Mission Beach is a haven for backpackers. In Mission Beach backpackers have a chance to chill out between the rowdy nightlife of Cairns and Airlie Beach or can still choose to go hard with world famous white water rafting on the Tully River, skydiving onto the beach, snorkelling or diving the Great Barrier Reef, taking the water taxi to Dunk Island to do a spot of hiking, or heading out for some more nightlife at the local bars and restaurants. The Mission Beach Information Station is the first place backpackers should stop on arriving in Mission Beach. You can see us from the bus stop so stroll across for a free map, loads of information on the local area and real fast internet.

Dunk Island

Dunk Island is perhaps Australia's most famous and beautiful rainforest Island. Dunk Island is located off shore from Mission Beach. Known to its first inhabitants as 'Coonanglegah', meaning island of peace and plenty, Dunk Island has much to offer. Being prodominantly a National Park, Dunk Island has an abundance of rainforest walking tracks and secluded beaches.

Skydiving

A tandem skydive is an exhilarating, adrenalin-pumping, unforgettable adventure. Jump from 11000ft or 14000ft above the golden sands of Mission Beach. Capture it all on video, dvd or photos. Check with us for our latest in store skydiving specials or book on line.

Weather is perfect in Mission Beach

The weather is perfect here in Mission Beach and looks like it will stay that way for the weekend. If your in town visiting or are a local there are so many options for you to get out and enjoy the days. Coral Sea Kayaking are heading over to Dunk Island, Quick Cat and Calypso are both going out to the Great Barrier Reef, Quick Cat Ferry and the Water Taxi are traveling across to Dunk Island and so much more. Come in to the Mission Beach Information Station and we will help you make plans for this fine weekend!

Tropical Island Picnics and Camping

Tropical Island Picnics and Camping in Mission Beach are offering a special tour, Whale, Dugong, Manta Ray and Turtle Spotting. So for approximately 2 1/2 hours you can see what nature has to offer. Come in to the Mission Beach Information Station we will help you book this new tour.

Cafe Bang Bang

Brand new cafe opened in the Woolworths complex. Clean and fresh with good food and great coffee. Pies, cakes, sandwiches and ice-creams to name a few of the lovely options. Open Monday to Saturday 8am to 5.00pm.

The sun is shining

The sun is shining in Mission Beach today and I for one am very pleased to see it. There are two lovely local ladies getting married today and I am sure they were as happy as I was to see the sun out when I got up this morning. Good luck to both of them!

Village Green Sunset Market

Mission Beach has a new market, and its a Sunset one. Visit the Village Green Sunset Market Friday 7th August from 5.00pm. Local arts & crafts with free entertainment from 6.00pm. A raffle with great prizes will be drawn at 7.00pm. So if your in town I think you should definitely go and check it out!

Apollo Jewel Apartments

Beachfront apartments located in Kennedy Esp in South Mission Beach. Quiet position with only 3 apartments. 3.5 star rated 2 Bedroom Apartments with Dunk Island views and Studio Apartment with views from courtyard. Fully self contained, including A/C, kitchens, laundry, TV & DVD and undercover parking. Broadband internet access point. Swimming pool and BBQ facilities in rainforest setting. Walking distance to local shop, childrens playground, water sports and stinger net. Min 2 nights stay. A great place to stay in Mission Beach

Mission Beach Information Station

It has been a crazy morning here at the Mission Beach Information Station. I have been booking bus tickets, car rentals, accommodation and tours. We have a good supply of food and drinks which are selling well this morning as well as people coming in to use the Internet. Oh and I just booked some freight onto the Greyhound bus.....it is all happening here this morning. Come in to the Mission Beach Information Station, I'm sure we can help you!

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