Mission Beach Hostels and Backpackers

Backpackers love Mission Beach, with all its natural beauty and array of amazing things to see and do while you are here; it is not hard to see why thousands of backpackers flock here each year! Whether you are making your way up or down the east coast of Australia, Mission Beach should always be top on your list for ports of call. You can enjoy a holiday just lazing on the beach if you want to or experience the many sights and delights of the region such as the Great Barrier Reef, Bedarra Island, Dunk Island, Hinchinbrook Island, pristine rainforests and golden sandy beaches for as far as they eye can see.

Backpackers to Mission Beach have a hard time deciding what to do first! Aside from sunbathing and playing beach games on the 14 kilometres of pristine golden beach there are plenty of activities for the family, thrill-seeker and eco-warrior alike. Take your pick from snorkelling and scuba diving the Great Barrier Reef, cycling from South Mission to North Mission entirely along the beach, sea kayaking, white water rafting on the Tully River, turtle-spotting around Bingil Bay, walking one of the many rainforest trails in search of the cassowary, bird watching, jetskiing around Dunk Island, swimming in crystal clear rainforest creeks, or eating out in one of the many restaurants.

Mission Beach boasts some of the most appealing natural tropical environments found anywhere in Australia. And there is certainly no shortage of ways to see and experience them. An extensive variety of tours and activities cater to all inclinations. From a gentle stroll in the rainforest on an eco tour to hurtling towards the earth while tandem skydiving, we have it all. Perhaps the real question should be - will you need a holiday after your holiday?

And there are plenty of excellent places to stay for all backpackers while you are here, so no matter if you are wishing to watch what you spend or perhaps you are looking to splash out a little while living in paradise for awhile, you can book into whatever kind of style of accommodation you would prefer. From hotels, five star resorts, beautiful suites and apartments and budget style accommodation that is great for backpackers and anyone travelling on a budget.

Spend your days lazing on the golden sandy beaches, or swimming in the blue azure waters of the Coral Sea or even exploring the amazing underwater world that lie beneath the water line and discover what the Great Barrier Reef holds for you. Backpacker love meeting new people so book yourself onto a tour and see who you can bump into and explore the beautiful region the surrounds you!

Being midway between Cairns and Townsville, Mission Beach is easy to get to with a whole host of transport options available. Bus come in daily with the major coach lines or you can hire your own car through Thrifty Car Rentals if you would like your own means of transportation for you trip here. And Mission Beach is a one and a half hour drive south from Cairns International and Domestic Airports, and a two hour drive north from Townsville Airport.

If you would like to arrange your next stop over to Mission Beach and see why so many backpackers before you have fallen in love with this jewel of the Queensland coastline, then call us today before it is too late.