CARDWELL - GATEWAY TO HINCHINBROOK Isl.


Cardwell ....
A scenic village which hugs the coast of northern Queensland offers a diverse range of activities for all. Within this unique shire, there are endless opportunities to explore and enjoy the remarkable and outstanding natural attractions.

Cardwell is located on the main north to south Bruce Highway (Highway 1) with many coaches passing through daily. It is easily accessible from the international and domestic air terminals at Cairns and Townsville.

Launch your boat into the sheltered waters of the Hinchinbrook Channel or venture seaward to nearby islands or to the Great Barrier Reef. From Cardwell, branch out on self-drive trips or coach tours to Mission Beach, Tully Gorge, Wallaman Falls (Australia's highest single drop waterfall) or the remote Blencoe Falls.

For much more information about the Cardwell district including maps, tour descriptions, community services, places to eat and photographs visit the official Cardwell web site.


Kookaburra Holiday Park & Hinchinbrook Hostel, 175 Bruce Highway, Cardwell 07 4066 8648 Fax 07 4066 8910 email us

  • Single, double & twin rooms, 4 bed dormitories, family cabins or motel accommodation, all with cooking facilities, as well as camping.
  • Reservations and ticketing for island ferry
  • Luggage storage
  • Hire of camping gear
  • Kiosk, catering to needs of bushwalkers - gas cartridges, fuel (shellite & metho), torches, batteries, candles, matches and insect repellent