Lord Howe Island Travel Guide

By Twanda Cruice


Lord Howe Island Facts

Let us know the humble beginnings of the Island.

In February 17 1788, Lt. Henry Lidgbird Ball directed the Royal Navy who came across Lord Howe Island as they were imminent to Botany Bay.

As they came back, they docked and saw that the island was empty. Lt. Ball already has islands with his name so he opted to name the island to Richard Howe, primary Lord if Admiralty.

The Island Facts

The Island is found near the large group of islands of Australia, 600 kilometers east. It has the following dimensions: ten kilometers long, two kilometers wide and formed like a crescent.

It is like a natural heaven; with awe-inspiring scenes, flourishing plantation, transparent waters, and a protected lagoon and awesome coral reef. Have a nature adventure with the following activities in the island-canoeing, go for a swim, underwater exploration and many more.

Savor every minute by relaxing and recreating yourself. Start with their spas and indulge yourself with their spa treatments. You can also dine at an array of restaurants for you to choose from. Or have nature walks and admire the scenes, Why not go and relax at their golden coasts.

An interesting feature of the Island is Mount Gower where you can an 875 meter walk towards the acme. It will last for until 08-10 hours and a rope is there to hold you. But this is definitely not for the feeble ones! Nevertheless, being at the acme is such a fulfillment and the picturesque views will make it all worth it.

Bird watchers like to visit the island because of its species-richness. There are 14 kinds of sea birds plus 18 kinds of land birds.With the 14 seabird species and 18 land bird species, it makes the place a crowd-favored spot. It is also a habitat for 400 kinds of fishes and 80 different coral reefs.

Scuba divers are often in this island because of the underwater wonders. Appreciate the marine life better with the fishes, turtles and many more.

You can go anywhere you want by foot because of the island size. By the time you arrive on the island, there are receptionists to receive you. You can also rent bikes or cars, but it's more preferable to tour the island on foot to appreciate it more.

There is an array of restaurants that can give luscious food and drinks. You can also shop not only for your basic needs, but other shops are accessible. You can buy souvenirs from souvenir shops; you can go to a beauty salon and others. Expect however, to pay extra since there are shipping expenses.

Best Place to Stay

There are 17 vacation houses to select from on Lord Howe Island run by families. You can choose from houses or properties, from extravagant lodges, to guest houses, dormitory or apartment like.




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