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Lord Howe Island

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Getting to Lord Howe Island

Lord Howe Island is listed as a World Heritage area and is just a 2 hour flight from Sydney. If you are heading out for a relaxed or romantic holiday, Lord Howe Island is where you should stop. There are many beaches and bays shadowed by mountains and make for panoramic views. For a dash of adventure, you can indulge in water sports like snorkeling, scuba-diving, kayaking, stand-up paddle-boarding, kite surfing and windsurfing or you could try trekking up the highest mountain in Lord Howe Island, Mount Gower. There are some amazing restaurants where you get exquisite dishes with a side of magical views. You can get around the island on a rented bike or walk around.

Why Visit ? (Things to see, Things to do, Food, Notes)

Listed as a World Heritage area
World's top fishing destination
Two hour flight from Sydney
Perfect for a relaxed or romantic holiday
Mountains watching over beaches and bays
Trekking up the Mount Gower
Numerous water sports

Getting to Lord Howe Island

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Why Visit ?

As Australia's premier bird watching destination, it educates you about 14 species of seabirds breeding in Lord Howe Island.

There are many breath-taking beaches and bays where you can relax and have a great weekend!

Mt Gower: Lord Howe's highest mountain! It is rated as one of Australia's best day walks. A challenging trek that goes on for 8 hours where you have to climb with the assistance of ropes and walk on rugged terrains. It is an fun and adventurous activity. You get to see some marvelous sights and also the islands rarest plants and wildlife along the way.

You can head to the many beaches and bays and try water sports like snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, stand-up paddle-boarding, kite surfing and windsurfing.

Lord Howe Island is one of the world's top fishing destinations. Though it is surrounded by a Marine Park, it has no commercial fishery and this ensure the diversity of species.

Lord Howe Island offers the contemporary cuisine as well as an internally inspired cuisine. One of the local favorites is the freshly caught kingsfish which is featured on almost every menu.

Beach BBQ's: You can barbecue while watching the waves and standing between the golden sand beaches and spectacular views! The BBQ's are set in the most scenic spots around the 11 beautiful beaches.

Anchorage Restaurant: The restaurant has a cafe style breakfast and lunch menu while the dinner menu changes on a daily basis. It also has an on-site bakery and a licensed bar.

The Co-operative: You find general pantry items, wholefoods, confectionery, yogurt, fine cheeses, a large variety of dried fruit and nuts and local produce such as fish, honey, fruit, vegetables and baked goods. You can buy as little or as much as you want.

You also have beach boutiques, liquor shops, gift shops and bakeries.

Languages Spoken: English

Currency: Australian Dollar

Climate: Lord Howe Island has a mild climate throughout the year making it an amazing getaway any time of the year!

Connectivity: Mobile phone reception in Lord Howe Island is bad but public telephones are readily available.

Trivia: Lord Howde has a breeding program that brought the woodhen back from the verge of going into extinction.

Lord Howe Island Resorts & Places To Stay