Dunk Island (part one)

After a relaxing holiday at Airlie Beach we drove to Cairns - a drive of 623 kilometres. Next day we flew on a small plane to Dunk Island.

The weather on the flight from Cairns had been overcast but through the break in the clouds the coastline and numerous islands could be seen.

When the small Hinterland aircraft landed on the Dunk Island airstrip bordered by lush tropical vegetation, a staff member from the resort carried a tray of drinks as he greeted the twelve passengers arriving on the island.

A sign depicting the island’s logo, the Ulysses butterfly, welcomed the guests to Voyages Dunk Island. After registration the guests were provided with an introductory tour of the resort before being taken to their rooms.

It was soon obvious that we were in a tropical paradise.

The balcony, part of our rooms provided a view of the beach as well as parts of the resort.

Many of the rooms overlook Brammo Bay providing views of the beach and neighbouring Purtaboi Island. There was easy access to the beach from our rooms.

The accommodation blocks were set amongst tropical vegetation.

It was an idyllic location for a holiday.