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On the eastern side of Moreton Bay, on the coast of
South East Queensland lies one of the most beautiful sand island that is
popularly known as the Gem of Southeast Queensland. Moreton Island which was
initially used by those staying in Brisbane as a weekend getaway is now one of
the most sought after tourist destinations and is visited by thousands of
people on a daily basis. As it is just 58 kilometres from Brisbane one can take
a day trip and so those who are there for work also take off to this beautiful
place for sun, sand and surfs.
The history of the island will take you back in time
when it was inhabited by the Ngugi tribes, some 2000 years ago. The shell
middens in the island clearly indicate the aboriginal occupancy and you can see
them even today. It was later discovered by James Cook who named it Cape Morton
and later Matthew Flinders named it Moreton Island. The island still has the
first lighthouse Cape Moreton which was operational in 1857 and later four
other lighthouses were built to guide the ships safely. The museum here will
tell you a lot about history and with so much to see it is easy why Moreton
Island tours are so much in demand.
Though you will come across a lot of tour operators in
this region you can try Sunset Safaris for the best possible Moreton Island Holiday Packages
at an affordable price. This tour company comes highly recommended by trip
advisor and its popularity has earned it the nickname; People’s Choice Company.
You can choose from a variety of tour packages they offer to see the island or
you can take a more inclusive one which will let you see two more heritage
listed places like Fraser Island and the Great Barrier Reefs.
With the 2 day tour you will get free pick up and
return service from Brisbane and Gold Coast and moreover enjoy a cruise along
the magnificent Moreton Bay. The luxurious MiCat ferry is air conditioned,
extremely comfortable and the tourists can avail the facility of a cafe and
bar. The 4WD coaches will take you for a drive along the beach once you arrive
in your destination and be ready to soak up the beauty and scenic surroundings.
You will be taken to see the museum and Cape Moreton Lighthouse from where you
can watch the turtles, dolphins, whales and Manta Rays swimming close to the
sea. The Humpback whales are seen during the season and if you can then find
out about the timings and visit the place to see these gigantic creatures of
the sea. For swimming there will be a lot of options. You will enjoy the
bubbling waters of the Champagne Pools and swim in the crystal clear waters
near the Tangalooma shipwreck site. You can snorkel down to see the amazing
water park and all the snorkelling gear and body suits will be provided for by
Sunset Safaris. The night kayaking in the same area will be an amazing
experience and though it is an optional activity you are going to have a blast
watching the underwater activities from the transparent kayaks which gets lit
from the lights which are strategically placed under the water. There are also
different accommodation options but one can always try eco glamping for a
totally new experience.
The Moreton Island Snorkelling Tour
will not be over without sand tobogganing where one has to climb up to a sand
dune and come sliding down on a body board. Though this is pretty safe you can
try on smaller dunes before attempting Mt tempest. The Moreton Island tour will
be all the more enjoyable and exciting with Sunset Safaris and you are sure to
go back with plenty of beautiful memories.
To do the reservations, and to know more about the
excursion Moreton Island Travel
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