Australia has fantastic coastal regions to offer. The entire coastline of Australia is 19,700 km long. Plenty of opportunity to find a dreamy place for yourself. But you will also find completely overcrowded areas such as the Gold Coast, which has developed into a real entertainment centre in the past. On this page, we only show a small part of these regions on the east coast of Australia.
The southernmost stretch of coast of the state of Queensland is the most popular and best-known holiday region in Australia for package tourists. Accordingly, this stretch of coast is heavily frequented. The fine sandy beaches are surrounded by skyscrapers. The Gold Coast stretches about 70 km from Coolangatta in the south to Surfers Paradise in the north. The center of the Gold Coast is Surfers Paradise. The entertainment is huge and there is something for everyone. The Gold Coast is a bathing spectacle like Miami.
The Marlin Coast stretches from Cairns to Port Douglas. Here, one dreamlike white sandy beach follows the other. The tropical rainforest in the hinterland with the coastal road Cook Highway is one of the most beautiful roads in Australia. Probably the most popular holiday resorts are Palm Cove and Port Douglas. The fantastically beautiful sandy beaches are worth a trip and a longer stay.
The Sunshine Coast, which is still quiet and cozy compared to the Gold Coast, is characterized by its beautiful sandy beaches. One picturesque bay follows the other, and many of them are actually still deserted. The individual towns of Caloundra, Mooloolaba, Maroochydore, Coolum and Noosa on the Sunshine Coast can be found on a 140-kilometre-long coastal strip, an hour’s drive north of Brisbane.
WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS
The Whitsunday Islands consist of 74 islands off the coast between Mackay and Proserpine are a small paradise. Here you will find what the individual traveller is looking for, bright white sandy beaches and a turquoise blue sea with colourful coral reefs and often steeply sloping wooded mountain tops. Most of the islands are uninhabited. The whole region is a paradise for sailors. The inhabited islands of Daydream, South Molle, Long, Dent, Hamilton, Hook, Hayman and Lindeman are home to luxury holiday resorts.
MORETON ISLAND
The sand island of Moreton Island is located 40 kilometers northeast of Brisbane. It can be reached by ferry in about 45 minutes. It is also home to one of the highest sand dunes in the world. It can only be used by off-road vehicle. Another attraction are the wild dolphins, which swim into the shallow lagoon water in the evening. From July to September, you can take part in organized whale watching tours.
HERON ISLAND
Heron Island is a small coral island that is protected as a national park. Surrounded by a white sandy beach, it is a paradise for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. Colorful coral banks can be found on the outer ring of the island. In spring, numerous bird species are guests here. From October to March, turtles land on the island, which then lay their eggs here.
FRASER ISLAND
is the largest sand island in the world with a length of 120 kilometers. In certain places, the sand piles up to dunes up to a height of 250 m. In the interior of the island, tropical rainforest predominates. The island can only be navigated with an off-road vehicle. You also need a permit. Lake McKenzie with crystal clear fresh water and beautiful beaches is located in the middle of this island and is a great attraction for travelers. There are also some rocks to admire on the island, the Pinnacles, Cathedrals and the Rainbow Gorge of colored sand.
