A scenic drive along the foreshore passing picturesque bays and secluded beaches brings you to the delightful area of Bingil Bay.
Set in a rainforest location is this tastefully decorated fully airconditioned home with a private pool surrounded by tropical gardens, and only a short stroll to the beach.
This large spacious open-planned home has high ceilings with exposed beams, very generous kitchen, substantial dining and lounge areas opening onto the timber deck. This is where you can enjoy cool evening drinks, with the sounds of the birds and ocean in the background while you barbecue your catch of the day.
The main house has two queen-size bedrooms with garden view ensuites. Adjoining the house is a large, air-conditioned room which can sleep up to five. This is a perfect teenage domain away from the rest of the family. Own TV, bar fridge and bathroom.
Close by is the well-known Bicton Hill Walking Track which is a four kilometre graded track and offers fabulous views, and diverse flora and fauna.
Around the corner you are able to eat out at the funky Bingil Bay Cafe. This is the hot spot in Mission Beach for a meal or cold drink in the afternoon.
A perfect combination of peaceful rainforests, accessible beaches and privacy.
Local Attractions
The choices abound - Tandem Sky Dive onto Mission Beach, White Water Raft down the Tully River, Snorkel or Dive the Great Barrier Reef, Fish on the Great Barrier Reef, Kayak over to Dunk Island, enjoy an Island Cruise, End the Day doing a Sunset Sail, take a walk on one of the many Rainforest Walking Tracks and spot a Cassowary, Play a round of golf.
Take a drive to one of the many waterfalls or enjoy a day discovering The Atherton Tablelands.
If relaxation is more your style what could be better than lazing at Breeya by the pool with a good book and a cool drink with the sounds of the birds and ocean to lull you into holiday mode, enjoying the warm balmy nights while dining on the deck, or sample the tasty menus at one of our great restaurants.
Adventure or is up to you!
Transport & Directions
Mission Beach is located on the Great Green Way, Tropical North Queensland coast in Australia between the northern cities of Cairns and Townsville.
FINDING YOUR WAY TO MISSION BEACH FROM CAIRNS
Cairns International and Domestic Airport offers flights from major cities around the World however most travellers fly via Darwin, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Perth.
By Road
The drive to Mission Beach from Cairns is 1.5 to 2 hours along Highway No 1 - also referred to as The Bruce Highway. It takes you through the heart of the region’s sugar cane and banana farming communities. South of Innisfail at the small township called El Arish turn left from the Highway. (Opposite El Arish Golf Course). The distance to Mission Beach is approx. 16km travelling through amazing World Heritage listed rainforest.
Car Hire
Sugarland Car Rentals has an office in Cairns and Mission Beach enabling one way hire options i.e. from Cairns to Mission Beach. There is a drop off fee of approx. $50-00. They offer a courtesy drop off to your accommodation or Cairns Airport between the hours of 7-30am and 5-00pm at the Cairns office and 8-00am and 4-45pm at the Mission Beach Office.
If you wish to hire a car for the entire time during your stay your options then extend to the larger companies eg. Budget, Avis, Hertz or Thrifty Hire Car Companies.
By Limousine
Mission Beach Taxi service offers a Chauffer driven limousine using late model Holden Statesman Sedans and Mercedes Benz. They are able to take up to 4 passengers from Cairns Airport to your accommodation at Mission Beach for approx. $330. For group bookings please contact the Girls at Mission Beach Holidays.
By Coach
McCafferty - Greyhound Coach Service (phone 13 14 99) make regular stops in Mission Beach. These services pick up/drop off at the coach terminal in Wongaling Beach. Please contact Mission Beach Holidays for advice on transferring to your accommodation.
FINDING YOUR WAY TO MISSION BEACH FROM TOWNSVILLE
Townsville Airport offers flights from Darwin, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.
The drive to Mission Beach from Townsville is 2.5 hours to 3 hours along Highway No 1 - also referred to as The Bruce Highway. It is strongly recommended on this drive to have a break at the Frosty Mango – approx. 45mins drive north of Townsville. Here you can enjoy the most amazing selection of homemade ice creams and gelati. Continue on your journey to Mission Beach crossing the Cardwell Range with breathtaking views at the top overlook Hinchinbrook Island and Channel. Just north of the township of Tully take a right turn. Drive through farmland and the world famous Licuala Palm Forrest and on to the beach communities of Mission Beach.
Car Hire
If you wish to hire a car your options are Budget, Avis, Hertz or Thrifty Hire Car Companies. All have offices in the Townsville Airport.
