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Lord Howe Island

The Lord Howe Rockfest takes place in Island Experience Tour, go to http://www. Fast Facts on Lord Howe
March. Music and nightlife take over the marineadventures.com.au/ or http://www.
Island of Dreams as hits echo over the leandalei.com.au/
Lagoon. Heaps of live performers and high Take a guided tour of Mt. Gower, a Bird Watching • Top quality rental equipment available:
quality music for a week of your life. Rockin walk in a lush forest, book your group a • 130 recorded species Scubapro, Mares & Tusa BCDs & Regs. All
on the Rock. conference in paradise, bring a group out • 14 seabird species based on Lord Howe regs have computers.
Community Markets are a festive for a bonding session and take part in one Island • Season operates September to June.
experience on the second Sunday of each of the many adventure weeks, join an • LHI is the only known breeding ground for • Courses available: PADI open water,
month. Fresh local produce, hand crafted ocean swim or a deep-sea dive. plenty of the Providence Petrel Advanced, Rescue, Divemaster, Specialty
pandanus baskets, arts & crafts by talented events. • A breeding program has brought the Courses available: Night, Deep, Navigation,
locals unique to this island are for sale. Dive for a lobster lunch or spearfish, Woodhen back from the brink of extinction Naturalist, Search & Recovery, Underwater
And after an active day head back to walk on the beach, catch big game fish or photography. Discover Scuba Dives (for the
Waimarie Apartments, which are located just throw out a line from the shore. See Diving uncertified).
1.5km to the main shops & 150m to fluorescent fish flow through underwater • Less than 2 hours flight from Sydney or
Lagoon surf beach for a stay in one of caves of mystery. Use tropical currents to Brisbane Snorkeling
their spacious one bedroom self-contained power your dive. Lay on the sand or throw • Water temperatures vary from absolute • The Lord Howe Island waters are home to
fully equipped holiday apartments. http:// a Frisbee. It’s all up to you. low of 17C in winter (Jul-Aug) to 26C in an astounding 500 species of fish & 90 coral
waimarielordhoweisland.com.au/ For a friendly stay, many of our regular summer (Jan to Jun) species.
Some birds migrate here from as far visitors to LHI recommend Hideaway • Over 60 dive sites to suit all levels of • A State Marine Park was declared in 1998
away as Siberia each year to breed. Long Apartments; close to walking tracks, proficiency and interest and a Commonwealth Marine Park in 1999
distance romance. It is a temporary home beaches & shops. Fully equipped with a • Small groups, personalised service, – this is the world’s cleanest and clearest
to millions of seabirds like Noddy, Sooty and BBQ for al-fresco dining. Choose from the exceptional value for money ocean: it’s like swimming in an aquarium!
White Terns, Muttonbirds, Black Winged cottages or 5 spacious 2 room apartments • Dive packages available • The sparkling lagoon is protected by the
petrels and Red Tropic birds. Come and see with all facilities. 02 6563 2054 for further • Weight restrictions apply to flights to world’s southern-most coral reef, creating a
the birds now. details. Lord Howe. You can carry up to 23 kg of spectacular line of white surf against a blue
Try a North Bay Turtle Tour or Nature Pack a picnic and go find a spot. Sit and luggage (1 x 14kg & 1 x 9 kg bags). backdrop of the South Pacific Ocean.
Tour, A Snorkelling Tour, Around the look out to sea. Take it all in, Its All Top Ten.
HIDEAWAYWAYWAY
HIDEA
HIDEA APARTMENTS
t: +61 2 6563 2054

Quality at an affordable price. Sole rate available. e: lhihideaway@bigpond.com
A secluded cottage and five spacious apartments, situated
in tranquil gardens amid a forest of Kentia palms.
Fully equipped kitchens, b.b.q, laundry, television/dvd,
billiard room and library are just some of the facilities
provided. Centrally located to beaches, general store,
museum and marked walking tracks.
Complimentary transfers to restaurants in the evening.
Experience Hideaway's hospitality with everything for a
relaxing holiday.

Leanda Lei Apartments Wilson’s Hire Service

LORD HOWE ISLAND
LORD HOWE ISLAND The perfect way to see Lord Howe Island is

on one of our bikes.
We have the biggest range at the best prices
and we pride ourselves on our service.
But if cycling is not your style our rental cars
- late model 4-door automatics - are excellent
value.
Snorkeling equipment is also available for the
underwater enthusiasts.
Mention this
ad on arrival You can book ahead - definitely advisable
for discount during school holidays and for cars
all year round - or just call in and see us once
bike hire you arrive. We look forward to seeing you.
Centrally located off Middle Beach Road our family owned and p: (02) 6563 2045
operated accommodation is the ideal location to enjoy the island. The main grocery e: cmmnsmwilson@bigpond.com
store is across the road; Visitor Information Centre, cafe/restaurant and Museum
are 150m away; Lagoon Beach and Middle Beach are both 200m away; most other
restaurants are within easy walking distance.
We offer accommodation to suit all visitors – Superior Studio Apartments (king
or twin beds), One Bedroom Apartments (king or twin beds) and Two Bedroom
Apartments (queen and single beds, or queen and king bed).
All apartments have kitchens and private veranda or balcony. We have a large
meeting room, swap library, free phone for local calls, roaming Wi Fi (credit charge
direct to provider applies) • Moments from shops, restaurants,
Set amid spacious lawns and gardens with BBQ areas for your outdoor dining. pristine beaches
Cars (advisable to pre book) and push bikes available for hire on the premises. • Breathtaking views, glorious sunsets
Complimentary airport transfers and transport to restaurants of an evening are • Studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments
provided. • Great value accommodation rates to
Guests at Leanda Lei have priority booking with Marine Adventures Tours satisfy any budget.
(www.marineadventures.com.au) for North Bay Turtle and Nature Tours, We are proud of our friendly holiday lodge
Snorkelling Tours and Around Island Cruises. and want you to feel welcome and enjoy
For All Inclusive Package (airfare, accommodation, most meals and a tour each your stay with us on World Heritage listed
day) contact holidays@oxleytravel.com.au Lord Howe Island.
For further information visit www.leandalei.com.au or phone 02 65632195 www.bluelagoonlodge.com
We look forward to welcoming you to Leanda Lei. (02) 6563 2006

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