NederlandsTownsville North Queensland
Townsville is the largest city in far north Queensland. Located about four hours drive south of Cairns, Townsville is home to the Cowboys NRL team, the Royal Australian Airforce and the Australian Army regiments. James Cook University chimes in to make Townsville a cosmopolitan City. Just offshore are the tourist meccas of Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef. Townsville accommodation ranges from beachfront apartments and hotels to backpacker accommodation and covers a wide range of properties. The wide range of vacation and luxury accommodation will ensure that your Townsville holiday is remembered like no other.
Holiday apartments and resorts stretch along the strand. Trips and tours to the Great Barrier Reef and the island resorts depart daily. The Casino awaits for those with inclination. Some of the most popular accommodation in the area includes such properties as Seagulls resort, Quest serviced apartments, and Aqaurius On The Beach being among the most sought after.
Your Townsville holiday will be all the better for trying the fabulous beaches and the ferry trip to Magnetic Island. Townsville is the jumping of point to fly by seaplane to the sensational Orpheus island resort. Spend a few nights in absolute luxury and be tempted with some of the finest dining in Australia. Townsville awaits with a Queensland holiday to suit any family.
Take a day trip to Paluma River Gorge about 45 minutes drive north of Townsville and experience swimming in a cool and rocky mountain creek. If you are lucky you might see one of Australia's beautiful Rifle Birds. Discover underwater life at Reef HQ, the world's best living reef experience with over 100 varieties of coral and 200 species of fish. Book a trip to Magnetic Island where you can go swimming, snorkeling, diving and fishing. Natural rainforest beauty surrounds Townsville, you can fish in small creeks and rivers, bushwalk & swim in crystal clear swimming holes.
Many Townsville holiday accommodation packages and specials are available from this website. Don't hesitate to ring our office if you are in Australia on our freecall number 1800 815 378 or email us for all of your holiday enquiries.
