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Dunk Island is Australia's most beautiful tropical rainforest island.
This island of peace and plenty offers an amazing variety of activities,
facilities and experiences.
It
was known to the first inhabitants as 'Coonanglebah' - the Island of
Peace and Plenty. Today, Dunk Island Resort continues to be Australia's most
beautiful rainforest island. With an enormous variety of activities to
choose from, it's hard deciding what to do next. You could start the day
with a rainforest walk and take in the spectacular views from the summit
of Mt Kootaloo. After breakfast, glide round the island on a guided jet
ski tour, stopping off for a snorkel over the bommies at Naturalist
Beach. During lunch you can plan the afternoon ahead. Perhaps some water
skiing followed by a game of tennis. Or should that be parasailing
followed by squash?
And
that's just one day on Dunk Island Resort. You've still got to fit in a trip to
the Great Barrier Reef, a visit to the Artists' Colony, horse riding on
the beach, and some fishing! But in between this frenzy of fun you'll
still find time to relax and unwind. It's as if there's a powerful tonic
in the balmy breeze washing away the stress. Dunk Island Resort has a variety of
restaurants and eateries designed to match your mood. The Beachcomber
Restaurant more than caters for all those a la carte cravings. Then
there's the Jetty Cafe, an island favourite with a savvy sidewalk cafe
style. With a
postcard view across the palm-fringed beach to distant islands, the
Plantation Bar is perfect for a quiet drink together.
For
the family, Dunk Island Resort is as good as it gets. The Kids Club has its own meal
times and activities so that mum and dad can enjoy being a couple again.
Imagine the freedom and romance of a sunset cruise, knowing that the
kids are in safe hands and having a ball. Golfers are able to swing
their way around a challenging and scenic 9 Hole Golf Course. Dunk Island Resort's Spa of Peace
and Plenty invites you to visit our Spa which has been created to blend
harmoniously with our rainforest gardens in a subtle Eastern style - a
sanctuary just for you! |
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Getting to Dunk Island |
By Air
From
Cairns, Hinterland operates the connecting flight between Cairns
and Dunk Island (45 minutes). Please note that there is a weight
restriction for baggage on all Hinterland flights. The baggage weight
limit is 16kg per person travelling. This baggage restriction will be
enforced and excess baggage will have to be stored at the clients own
expense. The times below are subject to change.
Flight 2 Departs Cairns 12.15 pm. Arrives Dunk 1.00 pm
Flight 4 Departs Cairns 2.30pm. Arrives Dunk 3.15pm.
Flight 1 Departs Dunk 9.45am. Arrives Cairns 10.30am.
Flight 3 Departs Dunk 1.15 pm. Arrives Cairns 2.00pm.
AUD$220.00 per adult and AUD$101.00 per child return.
By Coach/Launch
Mission Beach Dunk Island Connections and Quick Cat Cruises can provide
transfers from Cairns which takes 3.5 hours from Cairns to Dunk Island.
On arrival at Cairns Airport you just need to check into the Sun Palm
Desk which is located in the terminal of both the International and
Domestic Terminals. Clients need to reconfirm time and pick up point the
day prior by calling 07 4059 2709.
Departs Cairns Airport 7.00 am Arrives Mission Beach 9.45 am. Departs
Mission Beach 10.00 am. Arrives Dunk Island 10.25 am.
Departs Cairns Airport 11.30 am Arrives Mission Beach 1.45 pm. Departs
Mission Beach 2.00 pm. Arrives Dunk Island 2.25 pm.*
Departs Cairns Airport 2.00 pm Arrives Mission Beach 4.00 pm. Departs
Mission Beach 4.00 pm. Arrives Dunk Island 4.25 pm.
Departs Dunk Is land 9.15 am Arrives Mission Beach 9.45 am. Departs
Mission Beach 10.30 am. Arrives Cairns Airport 12.50 pm.
Departs Dunk Island 3.30 pm Arrives Mission Beach 4.00 pm. Departs
Mission Beach 4.30 pm. Arrives Cairns Airport 6.35pm.
AUD$140.00 per adult and AUD$70.00 per child return from 1 April 08 - 31
March 09
*Note this service is a water taxi
Getting to Cairns
Regular flights are available from all Australian
capital cities to Cairns, Queensland with Qantas, Virgin Blue and
Jetstar. Most
airlines have internet only sales available, so you will usually find a
much cheaper air fare by booking online. We are more than happy
to just book your accommodation and transfers.
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| Dunk
Island Accommodation |
Garden Rooms
Set amongst tropical gardens these rooms are a short stroll
from the central complex, resort facilities and beach. Garden
Rooms have a queen bed, ensuite and a small outdoor patio or
balcony. Family configurations are available.
Beachfront Rooms
Situated beachside with easy access to the beach through a
tropical garden, guests can enjoy filtered views over Brammo Bay
from most rooms. Upstairs rooms have balconies and down stairs
rooms have a patio and lead onto the gardens and the beach.
Rooms are comfortable with modern decor and contemporary cane
and timber furniture on a split-level layout. Rooms have a
separated living and sleeping area and ensuite facilities with
combined bath and shower. All rooms feature one king and one
single bed, or family configurations are available with one king
and two single beds. Additional in-room amenities include
bathrobes and fully stocked mini bar. Interconnecting rooms are
available.
Beachfront Suites
Situated beachside the rooms offer virtually uninterrupted views
over Brammo Bay with direct access to the beach. Set in small
groups of four units (two units upstairs, two downstairs),
Beachfront Suites are bright and spacious with a king bed and a
luxurious bathroom with a twin vanity. The interior is
split-level with the upper level featuring the sleeping area and
a comfortable living area on the lower level. Rooms have a
relaxed coastal feel with double glass doors leading onto a
large balcony. Additional in-room amenities include CD Player,
bathrobes and fully stocked mini bar. Interconnecting rooms are
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Dunk
Island Resort Dining |
Beachcomber Restaurant
Dunk Island's main restaurant, specialises in fresh tropical style
cuisine. A buffet breakfast is served daily from 6.30am to 10.30am.
3 course table d'hote dinners are available 5 nights a week (a
special childrens menu is available on these evenings) and themed
buffet dinners are available 2 nights a week from 6.00pm to 9.00pm.Plantation Bar and Deck
Overlooking the beachfront pool, it' s the perfect
place to soak up the rich, tropical ambience of Dunk. Offering a
Modern Australian Brasserie style menu featuring a selection of
gourmet sandwiches, salads, pastas, Asian dishes, cakes, ice-creams,
milkshakes, smoothies, coffees and fresh juices. Open daily for
drinks from 11.00am til late. Features nightly entertainment 6
nights a week.
The Terrace
Situated below Cascades Pool, this restaurant offers
traditional Italian cuisine from 6.00pm to 9.00pm on Wednesdays and
Saturdays. (Seasonal).
Jetty Cafe
An upmarket café serving lunches daily and featuring
fresh seafood cuisine. |
| Dunk
Island for Children |
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When it comes to family fun, Dunk
Island Resort is
truly the Island of Peace and Plenty. There's a whole host of things to
enjoy together. But when Mum and Dad want a little peace and quiet
together, the Kids Club has plenty of great activities for the children. Kids Club caters for children aged 3
to 12 years all year round. During Australian school holidays, a
Keen Teens program operates for children up to 16 years. Under the watchful eye of Dunk
Island Resort's
professional staff, the kids enjoy a range of activities during morning
and evening sessions.
They can join a treasure hunt, nature
arts and crafts, take a rainforest discovery walk, try turtle spotting,
visit Dunk Island's own farm and the list goes on. In the evening, there's
disco parties, stargazing, night walks, movies, night games and more.
Kids Club even caters for the kids at dinner time. In fact, the kids
will be having so much fun, parents can simply disappear! Now that's
cool.
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| SESSIONS |
CHARGES |
| All Year Round (Daily) |
3 - 12 years (inclusive) |
| 9.00am - 12.00pm |
$30.00 |
| 5.00pm - 9.00pm |
$30.00 |
Morning Sessions include light morning tea and Evening
sessions include dinner. |
| Quotes and
Availability for Dunk Island |
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We would love to help plan your
holiday to Dunk Island and welcome genuine enquiries. To help us
provide accurate pricing and availability, please fill out the
simple form below and we will send you a quote within a couple of
hours (usually sooner). Please give as much information as possible
as this will enable us to get the information to you quickly. If you
have any questions please feel free to ask us.
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