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Islands

Island-hop to happiness

Pack light, dream big. Queensland's got over 900 islands scattered like jewels across the sea, and every single one's plotting to steal your heart. 

Are you the type who high-fives sea turtles on your morning swim? Or maybe your style’s helicopter arrivals and White Lotus-level luxury? Do you collect sunsets like souvenirs, or are you here to wrestle with 4WDs on the world's biggest sandbox?

From beaches so white you’ll need your sunnies to coral gardens that make Finding Nemo look basic, Queensland’s island game is strong.

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Islands offer an escape from the ordinary; a chance to disconnect. Australia’s first carbon-positive island perfectly balances escapism and environmental protection, without forgoing luxury. This is Pumpkin Island’s story.

Find your paradise

Whatever floats your boat (literally), your island soulmate’s waiting.

Mulgumpin (Moreton Island) and Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) are Brisbane's cheeky neighbours. Close enough for weekend mischief, wild enough to make you forget which day it is. K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) is nature showing off, UNESCO style, where off-grid adventures are encouraged and dingo sightings come guaranteed.

The Whitsundays? Pure postcard-worthy swagger. Think yacht life meets barefoot luxury in a sea of turquoise studded with 74 tropical islands.

Off Townsville, Magnetic Island’s brimming with koalas who've mastered the art of island living, while Hinchinbrook’s hiking trails are straight out of a blockbuster.

Holidaying in Cairns? Green Island's the family favourite, Fitzroy’s rocking award-winning beaches and a heart-melting turtle rehabilitation centre, and remote Haggerstone Island does wild luxury like nowhere else. Lizard Island and Bedarra? Pure couple goals.

Then there's our secret weapons down south. Lady Elliot, Heron and Lady Musgrave Islands are where the Great Barrier Reef drops its mic. We're talking snorkelling and diving so epic Sir David Attenborough gave it his tick of approval. Pumpkin Island? You can literally rent the whole thing and live your eco-rockstar fantasy on Australia's first carbon positive island resort.

Sleep under more stars than you knew existed, wake up in luxury lodges that redefine "room with a view," or find that perfect family resort where everyone's happy.

Getting there? Half the fun. Staying there? Pure magic.

Make the most of Queensland's islands

Osprey Reef

Osprey Reef is one of the most spectacular dive sites in the world, located off Cairns in the Coral...

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Norman Reef Dive Site

Norman Reef is the most northern reef visited by charter boats from Cairns and has numerous dive...

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Geoffrey Bay

This bay is a must do on Magnetic Island. Located in Arcadia, Geoffrey Bay has a number of...

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Spiders Ledge

Spiders Ledge is a good place to see sharks at Lady Elliot Island. The reef at this site slopes...

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Vlasoff Cay

Vlasoff Cay is a Tropical North Queensland bucket-list attraction just north of Green Island. It...

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North Horn Dive Site

The most legendary dive site at Osprey Reef is the amazing North Horn. Located at the northern tip...

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Heron Bommie

Heron Island’s most famous dive site is the always spectacular Heron Bommie. Located just outside...

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Mackay Cay

The snow white sand and the crystal clear waters of Mackay Cay act as the ultimate holiday...

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Coral Canyons

A maze of deep gutters is just one of the highlights of diving the Coral Canyons. This dive site...

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The Blowhole

Lady Elliot Island has many wonderful dive sites, but the most dramatic dive site off this coral...

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