Local Attractions
The Cardwell Foreshore has recently been given a $40 Million Upgrade! It is looking absolutely fantastic, after having it's official opening only on the 9th November 2013, it stretches from the Port of Hinchinbrook right around to the Coral Sea Park. With stunning views to Hinchinbrook Island along the entire walk, the Cardwell Jetty is the focal point with Jetty Plaza at its entrance with easy access to the Cardwell Visitor Centre. It also boasts childrens' playgrounds, bbq areas, shelters, an amphitheatre, gym equipment, viewing areas and also another large playground area with bbqs and picnic tables at the Coral Sea Park end. A fantastic way to spend a family day out!
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Things to do
The Spa Pool
The visitor will find wilderness trails, swimming holes and lookouts of the highest calibre scattered throughout the district. Notable waterfalls include Wallaman Falls, Australia's highest single drop waterfall (305m), the remote but spectacular Blencoe Falls as well as the nearby, beautiful Murray Falls.
For the more sporting inclined a game of golf, tennis or bowls is on offer. For even more adventure, how about a white water rafting trip down the nearby Tully Gorge. You can even enjoy some local markets along the beach during our main tourist season.
For the more sporting inclined a game of golf, tennis or bowls is on offer. For even more adventure, how about a white water rafting trip down the nearby Tully Gorge. You can even enjoy some local markets along the beach during our main tourist season.
Fishing from the Jetty at Sunrise
The fishing enthusiast will lack no opportunity in this premier fishing region! From the novice to the expert, all will have the opportunity to go fresh water or beach fishing, prawning and crabbing.
For those who have their own boat estuary, creek, reef and island fishing is easily accessible.
There are also regular reef and estuary fishing trips available that depart from Cardwell.
Alternatively, you can charter sailing yachts and motor boats from Hinchinbrook RentaYacht and discover this unique aquatic wonderland in your own time.
Big Mama Sailing
BBQ Lunch cruise-
6 hours on the water. Morning tea supplied on boarding, fresh scones, jam and cream. We provide a wholesome BBQ lunch of fresh mackerel, beef and chicken skewers, Garden Salad, Potato Salad, coleslaw and fresh crusty bread.
We limit our passenger numbers to 12 or less, which ensures a personalised and relaxing cruise.
Departure time- 9:00am Return time- 3:00 pm
Cost of our lunch cruises- Adult - $95 Child- $55.00 (ages between 4- 12 years old
Sunset Sail Cruise- 2.5 hours on the water. We provide gorgeous antipasto platters and a complimentary glass of champayne on arrival.
We limit our passenger numbers to 12 or less, again to ensure a personalised and enjoyable cruise.
Departure time: 4:00pm Return time: 6:30pm
Cost of Sunset Sail: Adult- $65 Child- $40
We also have a Sunset Sail Special- $50 per person BYO Beverages and Nibbles. Same departure and return time.
Reef Sailing Cruise- Full day on the water. We provide morning/afternoon teas, Wholesome BBQ Lunch( same as BBQ Lunch cruise) and snorkelling gear. A wonderful opportunity to sail to the reef and snorkel. Max of 12 guests.
Departure time: 9:00am Return time: 4 - 4:30pm
Cost of our Reef Sailing Cruise- Adult- $150 Child- $85.00 (ages between 4- 12 years)
Log on to http://www.bigmamasailing.com for further information on current specials.
6 hours on the water. Morning tea supplied on boarding, fresh scones, jam and cream. We provide a wholesome BBQ lunch of fresh mackerel, beef and chicken skewers, Garden Salad, Potato Salad, coleslaw and fresh crusty bread.
We limit our passenger numbers to 12 or less, which ensures a personalised and relaxing cruise.
Departure time- 9:00am Return time- 3:00 pm
Cost of our lunch cruises- Adult - $95 Child- $55.00 (ages between 4- 12 years old
Sunset Sail Cruise- 2.5 hours on the water. We provide gorgeous antipasto platters and a complimentary glass of champayne on arrival.
We limit our passenger numbers to 12 or less, again to ensure a personalised and enjoyable cruise.
Departure time: 4:00pm Return time: 6:30pm
Cost of Sunset Sail: Adult- $65 Child- $40
We also have a Sunset Sail Special- $50 per person BYO Beverages and Nibbles. Same departure and return time.
Reef Sailing Cruise- Full day on the water. We provide morning/afternoon teas, Wholesome BBQ Lunch( same as BBQ Lunch cruise) and snorkelling gear. A wonderful opportunity to sail to the reef and snorkel. Max of 12 guests.
Departure time: 9:00am Return time: 4 - 4:30pm
Cost of our Reef Sailing Cruise- Adult- $150 Child- $85.00 (ages between 4- 12 years)
Log on to http://www.bigmamasailing.com for further information on current specials.
Murray Falls
