Lord Howe Island

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Lord Howe Island, Australia

Lord Howe Island is a World Heritage-listed paradise where at any time you'll be one of only 400 visitors. A holiday on this exquisite subtropical island is relaxing and unhurried; getting around by bike or on foot is the way to go and there are plenty of activities to discover. Explore its beautiful beaches, lagoons, coral reefs and rainforest areas to discover a world of immense natural beauty.

Population:

With approximately 350 permanent residents, some of whom are sixth generation, only 400 tourists are allowed on the island at any one time.

Currency:

Australian Dollar (AUD) $1 = 100 cents

There are two banks on the Island: Westpac and Commonwealth. Credit cards are accepted widely but not everywhere. There is an automatic banking teller available for use at all hours at the Lord Howe Island Bowling Club.

Emergency Numbers:

Fire/Police/Doctor – 000

Opening Hours:

Newspapers:

The Lord Howe Island Signal (published fortnightly)
The Sydney Morning Herald (next afternoon delivery)
The Australian (next afternoon delivery)

Top things to do

Lord Howe Island is a nature lover’s paradise. Go swimming, snorkelling or diving in the crystal clear waters of the most southern coral barrier reef in the world or marvel at magnificent landscapes and ocean views on an excellent range of walking trails and hikes.

The Island

Lord Howe Island is a remarkable example of an island ecosystem developed from submarine volcanic activity nearly seven million years ago. The island’s isolation and its varied landscape of mountains, valleys, hills, lowlands and sea-cliffs have resulted in diverse habitats supporting many distinctive flora and fauna groups including 241 species of indigenous plants, 207 bird species, 500 species of fish and 90 coral species. The Lord Howe Island Group was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1982.

Do and see

Relax on white sandy beaches, discover the world's tallest sea stack, and tackle one of Australia's best day trek trails climbing Mount Gower, Lord Howe Island's tallest mountain, in this World Heritage island paradise. There's even a golf course.

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