Lord Howe Island activities
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Thompsons General Store
Thompson's Store is a great place to grab a quick bite, with a tasty takeaway menu including burgers, fish and chips, gourmet rolls, and salads. Thompson's also serves locally-baked bread, rolls, pies pastries, coffee and sweet treats. Th…
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Admiralty Islands
Just 15 minutes by boat from Lord Howe rests an intriguing group of volcanic formations, dubbed the Admiralty Islands. Large pinnacles, coral reefs, larger schools of fish and diving depths of 15-40 metres characterise the islands. Eager…
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Balls Pyramid
23 kilometres southeast of the island, the world's tallest sea stack and the site of some of Australia's most remarkable diving can be found - the 551 metre tall Balls Pyramid. Exploring the caves and waters surrounding the basalt spearhead…
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Marine Adventures
Less than a two hour flight from Sydney or Brisbane is the World Heritage listed Lord Howe Island. Offering marine activities within its pristine waters and stunning surroundings, Marine Adventures can cater for all your holiday needs. T…
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Kirkhope Aviation | Outback Air Tours and Corporate Charter Lord Howe Island
Kirkhope Aviation has a gem of a tour to Lord Howe Island, that gives you four days to discover and explore one of Australia’s most surprising islands. An outback wilderness adventure is a travel experience unlike any other. The vibrant hu…
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PRO DIVE Lord Howe Island Hire Centre
The Pro Dive Boat Shed is located on Lagoon Beach. Choose from a wide range of diving equipment, including: Snorkelling gear Adult's and children's wetsuits Expedition kayaks (suitable for two adults or a family) Single kayaks (also suita…
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Wilsons Bike Hire
Wilsons Bike Hire has the biggest range at the best prices and pride themselves on service. If cycling is not your style, their rental cars - late model four-door automatics - are excellent value. Snorkelling equipment is also available f…
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Little Island
Just over a kilometre from the road, Little Island is a gentle walk along the southwestern shoreline. The walk takes you through ancient forests of Banyan trees and endemic Kentia palms. From March through to September, you can witness th…
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Transit Hill
There are two pathways leading to Transit Hill, which is roughly centred on the island, and you might spot an emerald ground-dove or a golden whistler along the way. Start your stroll near the island's Administration Centre, or walk acro…
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Reef N Beyond Eco Tours
Reef N Beyond Eco Tours are dedicated to providing you with the ultimate Educational Eco Tour experience. Your skipper, with 40 years experience, will strive to deliver you with the marine experience of a lifetime. They provide a range …
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Pro Dive: Lord Howe Island
Lord Howe Island boasts the world’s most southerly barrier reef and is truly a diving paradise. The island’s vibrant undersea ecosystems and plethora of endemic species are protected by both NSW and Commonwealth Marine Parks allowing divers…
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Ned's Beach
Ned's Beach Sanctuary Zone offers a unique opportunity to view an amazing diversity of coral, fish and marine life close to shore. This special purpose zone allows visitors to view and experience hand feeding fish. Be part of a favourite …
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Lord Howe Island Nature Tours
Come on a journey of discovery with naturalist Ian Hutton OAM, as he reveals to you the secrets of Lord Howe's beautiful environment. With the choice of both day and half day guided tours of remote rocky coves, seabird colonies, unique mari…
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Chase N Thyme Bus Tours
More than a tour, Chase 'n' Thyme is a journey through Lord Howe Island, from early settlement to the present day and all the wonderful things in between. Come with your hosts Janine and Peter on an entertaining and informal tour of the isl…
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Islander Cruises
Join Islander Cruises on one of their specialised tours to some of Lord Howe Island's more remote and pristine locations. Bushwalking tours, beach picnics, barbecue tours and Sunset Cruises are available. Also, an incredible snorkelling …
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Erscott's Hole
Home to 500 fish species and 90 species of coral, Lord Howe's snorkelling is second to none. A luxuriant garden of staghorn coral dominates the iconic snorkelling destination that is Erscott's Hole, a natural wonder within a protected inte…
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Blinky Beach
Blinky Beach, on the eastern side of Lord Howe Island, is the best beach to access some amazing waves. Bring along a surfboard, body board, fins, or just head in for a bodysurf, it's the most popular place on the island to catch a clean bre…
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Lord Howe Island Marine Park
Lord Howe Island Marine Park is internationally significant, with the world's southernmost coral reef and the only fringing coral reef lagoon in NSW. The convergence of warm and cool waters results in a unique mix of temperate and tropical …
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North Bay
At the North of Lord Howe lies North Bay, a secluded beach accessible only by foot or water. Travellers admire migratory sea birds and take short walks to Mount Eliza, Old Gulch and Herring Pools from the bay, or laze the day away on the…
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Old Settlement Beach
Weather-sculpted sandstone rocks can be found to the left of the beach and stretches across Old Settlement Beach. Situated to the island's north, the beach is a great place to surrender to relaxation as you enjoy the sun's warm rays and ad…
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Sea to Summit Expeditions
You are invited to climb iconic Mount Gower with fifth generation Islander, Jack Shick. Jack, a veteran guide of over 1000 walks, follows in the footsteps of his grandfather and father, both mountain guides before him. Jack will demonstr…
