Known as the Gem of South East Queensland Moreton Island is one of those places that everyone would love to live close by. Located within the city limits of Brisbane capital city of the state of Queensland in Australia this island is filled with scenic spots, beautiful beaches and is great for 4WD, angling, swimming and other exciting Moreton Island Activities Australia like snorkelling and sand tobogganing. This used to be the perfect weekend getaway for those living in the neighbourhood but as more and more people are coming to know about this island paradise it has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in this region.
The island was initially discovered by Captain James Cook and later by Matthew finders but the original occupants used to be the Ngugi tribes and now you can see the shell middens which are still here as silent reminders of the early human occupation. This is also the third largest sand island in the world and along with Fraser Island they are the biggest sand structure on Earth. To see this beautiful island in all its glory you can choose from one of the many Moreton Island Travel Packages offered by Sunset Safaris, one of the most popular and well recognised tour operators and one that comes highly recommended by trip advisor. Their 2 day Get Wrecked Explorer tour is one of the most popular and better than the day tour as you will get a chance to enjoy the night time transparent kayaking experience. This tour company have done pioneering work in introducing the transparent kayaks near the Tangalooma shipwreck site and so apart from the night kayaking you can also take the glass bottom boat tour to see the amazing water world in case you are not comfortable with the idea of going under water. The tourists are also introduced to the marvels of Eco-Glamping where you will stay in tents to enjoy the great outdoors but will not miss out on the luxuries of your home.
The tour includes free pick up and return service from Gold coast and Brisbane and the journey in a luxury MiCat ferry which is air conditioned with well stocked up bar and cafe is the perfect way to start your tour. The journey across the beautiful Moreton bay will give you the opportunity to relax, mix around and enjoy the anticipation of a great adventure which is about to unfold. The 4WD coaches of Sunset Safaris will take you across the island where you will get familiar with its landscape of sand field areas, sand dunes and find rain forests growing on them. There will also be the Champagne Pools, museum and the oldest Light house; Cape Moreton from where you will be able to see the turtles, dolphins, sharks, Manta rays and the whales who of course are seen during the season. You can swim in the Blue Lagoon fresh water lake, in the pools and enjoy snorkelling near the Tangalooma shipwreck site to see turtles, dolphins, reef fishes and corals of vivid hues and many other marine lives. Sand Tobogganing from the top of Mt Tempest is for those who welcome the rush of adrenalin and everyone can enjoy the romantic Honeymoon Bay, 4WD along the magnificent Eastern Surf Beach and sit down to watch the most spectacular sunset that you would have ever come across. As the sun goes down get ready for night kayaking, beach parties, camp fire or a simple walk along the beach as the stars shine down….
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