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72 hours in Mission Beach: a three-day beach, rainforest and island itinerary
Use three days in Mission Beach for beach time, village cafés, rainforest adventure and island exploration.
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Use three days in Mission Beach for beach time, village cafés, rainforest adventure and island exploration.
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Walk through lowland rainforest to the Bicton Hill summit lookout for views across Mission Beach and the islands.
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Eat, drink and linger at a family-run Bingil Bay café with home-style meals, fresh juices and regular live music.
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Meet local conservation experts and learn about cassowaries, rainforest and coastal habitats at Mission Beach's C4 Environment Centre.
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Paddle, swim, snorkel and camp on guided sea-kayak expeditions around Hinchinbrook and nearby islands from Mission Beach.
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Visit Djiru National Park near Mission Beach for lowland rainforest and a chance to appreciate cassowary habitat in the Wet Tropics.
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Take a day trip to Dunk Island for rainforest walks, beaches, wildlife and national-park camping just offshore from Mission Beach.
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Travel from Mission Beach to Dunk Island and other Family Group islands for a day trip, camping stay or picnic drop-off.
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Explore the outer Great Barrier Reef on a small-group Mission Beach diving or snorkelling trip.
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Browse local produce, food, art, craft and other stalls at Mission Beach’s regular Sunday markets.
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Start a Mission Beach stay with local maps, tropical-safety advice and practical ideas from the accredited Visitor Information Centre.
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Plan a respectful Mission Beach stay around conditions, Djiru Country and Sea Country.
food and drink
Plan a meal at PLENTY restaurant in Mission Beach, with breakfast, lunch and dinner menus in Donkin Lane.
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Stop at Shanti Cafe for coffee, breakfast, smoothies, snacks, beers and cocktails on Mission Beach's Porter Promenade.
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Take a tandem skydive above Mission Beach for coastal, rainforest and island views from up to 15,000 feet.
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Join Wildside Adventures for guided Tully River rafting or a fast boat trip to explore Dunk Island from Mission Beach.
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