Lord Howe Island, NSW

Located in the Tasman Sea, 600kms east of Port Macquarie, this tiny Australian Island is true paradise. Surrounded by spectacular World Heritage-listed marine area, snorkel the world's southernmost coral reef, wander along the many white-sanded beaches and experience some of the world's best day hikes. Lord Howe Island welcomes only 400 visitors at any one time on the island. This island paradise is only a quick two hour flight from Sydney. On Lord Howe Island, Eateries and Bars are open across various days of the week. It's recommended to pick up an information guide from the Lord Howe Island Museum to find out information about opening hours and make reservations in advice. If you're feeling thirsty, The Crooked Post offers delicious cocktails (highly recommend the Pina Colada) and Lord Howe Island Brewery offers great local brewed beer. Benny's Fish Truck is a must eat while on the island, offering delicious King fish and chips. Lord Howe Island is among the world's top fishing destination with a sheer abundance of fish species surrounding Lord Howe Island. You may wish to venture out on a fishing charter tour for the option to catch something for yourself. Head down to Ned's Beach for some amazing snorkelling and the opportunity to hand feed fish, by purchasing fish food from the Neds Beach shack (cash only). If you're wanting to experience the many great hikes that the island has to offer, book ahead of time the Mount Gower Track tour for the best views on the island or something a little easier, hike up to Intermediate Hill for some of the best vistas on the island.
Snorkelling and diving opportunities are endless on Lord Howe Island with an astounding 500 species of fish and 90 coral species. Hire snorkels from one of the local vendors by the lagoon and explore the world's southern-most coral reef.