Moreton Island

Welcome to Moreton Island, a location often referred to as an 'adult playground' and a 'fisherman's or snorkeler's paradise.' Situated approximately 40 kilometers off the coast of Brisbane, Moreton Island is the third-largest…

Our journey begins at the Port of Brisbane, where we board the Micat Passenger Ferry, the 'cheapest way' to reach Moreton Island. This vessel is not just a ferry; it is a four-wheel drive transport and a gateway for campers…

Just a short walk from the ferry landing lies the cluster of 15 ships known as the Tangalooma Wrecks. Sunk between 1963 and 1984 to provide a safe anchorage for small boats, these wrecks have become an 'underwater gold mine' for…

Located about a 30 to 40-minute walk south of the wrecks is the Tangalooma Island Resort, the only resort on Moreton Island. This facility offers a range of accommodations, from budget-friendly hotel rooms to luxury beachfront…

Heading inland from the resort, we encounter 'The Desert,' a vast area of massive sand dunes that provides the setting for one of Moreton's most famous activities: sand tobogganing. The dunes here can reach heights of 34 meters,…

As the sun sets, the focus of the island shifts to the jetty for the famous wild dolphin feeding program. Each night, a group of about 12 wild dolphins visits the resort to be hand-fed a small amount of their daily food. …

For those who enjoy 'trekkers' dreams' and 'hardships,' a hike to the summit of Mount Tempest is a must. As the highest coastal sand dune in the world, the climb is a significant physical challenge, but the reward is a panoramic…

As our journey across Moreton Island comes to an end, we reflect on a day filled with the 'rugged' and the 'spectacular.' We have transitioned from the rusted history of the Tangalooma Wrecks to the adrenaline-fueled slopes of…