ATTRACTIONS IN 1770 - THINGS TO SEE AND DO

From the home base of 1770 Getaway the full bounty of Northern Queensland's treasures are on offer. Explore the Discovery Coast and its rich history, indulge in the quiet charms of coastal communities, hike and bushwalk amid any number of pristine rain forests, go wild with wicked watersports or simply take it easy with a sunset picnic on a private stretch of deserted beach.

For world renowned fishing, the 1770 Marina offers chartered trips and tours, and for those who'd rather let others haul in the catch, a short walk to restaurants will delight with seafood caught fresh and cooked with a flair for tropical taste-buds.

The surfers need not miss out on this smorgasbord of excitement, and can experience the novelty of surfing the most northern beaches on eastern Australia. Further out form shore a Great Barrier Reef day-trip will allow exploration of the wonders of the unique and beautiful reef from the safety and comfort of a cruiser of glass bottom boat. Of course the snorkeling and diving options offer up close and personal experiences with beautiful coral and marine life.

Whatever the pace, whatever the interest, Getaway 1770 is the right place for an unforgettable holiday. Explore the magnificent coastline, fish the estuaries, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, surf Queensland's most northern surf beaches or take one of the many fantastic tours available. Town of 1770 is the closest jump-off point to the southern part of the Great Barrier Reef, north of Brisbane.

1770 Getaway - your jump-off point to

1770 Environmental Tours - Ride the LARC (Lighter amphibious resupply cargo vessel)

Travel on board the Larc with a day trip to the historical Bustard Bay lighthouse or spend an hour on the 'Sunset Cruise'. Experience a reef adventure on the "Reef Jet".

Discover the Great Barrier Reef with cruises to Lady Musgrave Island & Fitzroy Reef.

-Great Barrier Reef Cruises
-Lady Musgrave Barrier Reef Cruises

The Town of 1770 boasts the closest jump-off point to the Reef north of Brisbane. Approx 80 mins on board one of the fantastic cruises available.

Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
Experience the world's largest coral reef ecosystem.

Parks:

-Deepwater National Park
-Eurimbula National Park
-Sir Joseph Banks Conservation Park

Observe mangrove fringed estuaries, freshwater paperbark swamps, coastal lowland eucalypt forests, weeping cabbage palms to tall rainforests with towering hoop pines. Some great bushwalks, spectacular scenery - perfect for the avid photographer.

Surf Queensland's most northern surf beach
The renowned Agnes Water. Surfboard and bodyboard hire & surf school available.

Oceanrunners - extreme adrenaline
Enjoy a fast 50 min ride in Bustard Bay and see 1770. Barrier Reef charters and eco river/ocean picnic adventure rides available.
Visit the Historical Museum and recount the journey of Lieutenant James Cook and his crew.

From 1770 Getaway

Walk to: Shops, restaurants, surf, beach.
Short drive to: 1770 Marina, Great Barrier Reef Trips, National parks