Magnetic Island Accommodation & Travel Information
MACKAY 960km N of Brisbane
The Heart of Queensland.
Located approximately halfway between Brisbane and Cairns on Queensland’s coast, Mackay is a prosperous, relaxed and friendly place with an enviable lifestyle. The Mackay region has long been recognised as the Sugar Capital of Australia, and its wealth of natural attractions and modern facilities makes it a popular holiday destination.
Some of its attractions include the lush scenery of Eungella National Park and the clean mountain streams and the magical Brampton and Keswick islands on the Great Barrier Reef. The dramatic coastline at Cape Hillsborough National Park, with its beach-loving kangaroos is a nature lovers’ retreat.
Things to see and do:
- Platypus viewing at Broken River (dusk or dawn are the best times).
- Rainforest walks at Eungella National Park.
Refreshing swimming holes and waterfalls, and flying fox rides over the rainforest canopy at Finch Hatton Gorge.
- The 31 beautiful beaches and diverse coastline of the Serenity Coast to the south and Hibiscus Coast to the north, including Cape Hillsborough National Park.
- Shopping and alfresco dining on palm-fringed streets of Mackay City Centre.
- Tours of the city’s historic buildings using the Heritage self-walk brochure.
- Dining out at one of the many restaurants on the waterfront of Mackay’s magnificent marina.
- Outdoor activities including jet ski tours, day snorkelling and island trips, parasailing, fishing charters, whale watching in season and guided eco tours to the rainforest.
- Artspace Mackay and the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens.
Seaflights to deserted Bushy Reef and flying fox rides over the rainforest canopy.
- Pioneering history at Greenmount Historical Homestead.
Hay Point Coal Terminal, the largest coal-exporting facility in the Southern Hemisphere – viewing platform.
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