Mission Beach is a natural midway point between Townsville and Cairns. It is an unspoilt tropical paradise of World Heritage rainforest fronting 14 kilometres of golden, sandy beach. The relaxed nature of Mission Beach makes it a great place for all sorts of travellers to visit. Whether you are a family seeking calm, safe waters for your kids to swim in or a backpacker on your way up or down the coast, Mission Beach has something for you.
Mission Beach is a haven for rest, relaxation and wellness. Pamper yourself in a beachfront day spa or one of our many professional beauty salons. A ‘feel good’ destination where you can take a yoga class, join the local choir or ukulele group, have a massage or participate in a variety of art, food preparation and wellness sessions.
The natural environment is dinosaur in nature. Walking in the rain forests, viewing the exposed volcanic headland, studying the primitive cycads, are ways that you can appreciate the historic wet tropics. Use the Rotary Walk and Ride Map to navigate your way through the 4 villages, whether on foot, on bike or drive to the day use areas, it is a way to really immerse into nature! Whenever visiting our area don’t forget to be safe and travel safe in the wet tropics!
Imagine your senses being massaged by cool breezes and tropical aromas at a seaside village set amongst lush world heritage rainforest and patchwork green plantations. Taste the local produce, fresh seafood and tropical beef of this magical region at one of the quaint cafes, restaurants, bars and eateries speckled around town. You can dine at stylish cocktail lounges or enjoy takeaway fish and chips on the beach or even treat yourself to a fine dining experience at one of our glorious beachfront venues.
Experience the local culture and visit our markets held on the first and third and last Sunday of each month for most of the year, showcasing local produce, clothing, and arts and crafts. Home to artists and galleries exhibiting local and Australian works, Mission Beach also features an arousing collection of tropical, eclectic boutiques and shops where you can buy the perfect holiday gifts for yourself or family and friends.
Let yourself be charmed by the our small rural communities filled with friendly locals as you are welcomed into the relaxed lifestyle. Retreat to your humble abode or to luxurious comfort – Mission Beach offers a range of accommodation options. Mission Beach also has a range of affordable accommodation – beachfront homes just 20 metres from the beach suitable for families and large groups – and beachfront resorts through to secluded B & B’s. Pitch a tent on one of the islands or opt for a family cabin at one of the caravan parks at Mission Beach. Backpackers can stay and play, with a choice of accommodation providers. You can also hire out a beach shack, executive apartment or stylishly appointed house.
Mission Beach is home to some of the most stunning islands, beaches and jungles on the planet, you’re invited to absorb the exuberance of a real world heritage landscape with us.
Mission Beach is a fantastic spot for fishing, and there are lots of places you can go to fish without a boat.
Bait and Fishing gear can be bought and hired from the Tinnie Shack, Caltex Woolworths, South Mission Beach Boat Hire and Tuskers Cafe
Your perfect wedding destination is waiting for you in Mission Beach. Whether you’re an adventurer or a princess, a romantic, a culture buff or a beach bum, Mission Beach has just the place to suit your style. We have destination wedding specialists including absolute beachfront, who will help you plan your perfect wedding and if you like, couple it with the honeymoon of a lifetime.
First and foremost, a good host town will be one that people will want to attend a conference, meeting, or workshop in. Mission Beach has a range of venues including absolute beachfront. With its distinctive, eclectic flavour and irreplaceable topography, Mission Beach is the perfect host town for your upcoming function.
Surrounded by hectares of National Parks and the Family Island Group featuring Dunk Island just off the coast, Mission Beach is an ideal location for camping. This form of accommodation is a fantastic way to truly experience Mission Beach’s natural surroundings.
Local markets are held in Mission Beach, throughout the year. The Mission Beach Markets are held on the beachfront under the shade of the tropical canopy. Locals and visitors from all over the world enjoy the tropical beachfront location and atmosphere of these very popular markets.
Mission Beach has a rich history and culture. Aboriginal, geological and agricultural history of the area can be found here.
Getting to Mission Beach is easy and there are an abundance of choices for the traveller.
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