Lord Howe Island

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This quiet haven, just north of the jetty on the lagoon side, is ideal for families. You may be lucky enough to spy green turtles swimming in the shallows. It’s an ideal spot to watch the occasional...

There’s a feeding frenzy of a fishy kind at Ned’s Beach on the island’s northeast just below Malabar Hill. Hundreds of fish swim up to the shore for the daily 4pm feeding. Long-time island...

Lord Howe Island is a protected marine park and an ideal spot for snorkelling and diving. It supports the world’s most southerly coral reef. This barrier reef stretches six kms along the west side of...

This secluded, tiny bay seems the perfect place for lovers. It’s away from most of the ‘action’ on the island, but just a swim away from the brilliant coral reef. Many a wedding service has been...

The Lagoon is a beautiful expanse of calm turquoise water enclosed by a six-kilometre long coral reef on the western side of the island. It is a haven for snorklers with coral patches just metres...

The smaller of Lord Howe’s two imposing volcanic peaks, Mount Lidgbird is named after the naval officer who first sighted Lord Howe Island in 1788. Captain Henry Lidgbird Ball was on his way to...

The majestic Mount Gower is the highest point on Lord Howe Island, a volcanic landmass often shrouded in mist. It’s the island’s iconic image with its brooding shape looming over the lagoon. From its...

From Malabar Hill, you can walk along the cliff edge and descend to Kim’s Lookout, about a kilometre to the west. It’s a more demanding and slightly slippery walk, but well worth the effort for the...

A good place to learn about the island is the Museum and Visitors Information Centre. The new centre opened in 2001. It now houses the exhibits and museum artefacts of the Lord Howe Island...