Se hva du kan gjøre og oppleve i Lord Howe Island

Lord Howe is home to one of the most picturesque golf courses in Australia, which overlooks the towering Mt. Lidgbird and Mt. Gower. The nine-hole course meanders through the lushly vegetated Kentia Palm forest and out into the gently undulating open fairways along the ocean foreshore - providing the golfer with many challenges along the way.

Neds Beach Sanctuary Zone offers a unique opportunity to view an amazing diversity of coral, fish and other marine life close to shore. And you can hand-feed fish in this haven. Be part of a favourite Lord Howe ritual and help feed eager mullet, wrasse, garfish, silver drummer, spangled emperor and metre-long kingfish.

See up to 90 colourful coral species and 500 types of fish while snorkelling in the crystal clear waters of Lord Howe Island at Neds Beach, Lagoon Beach, Old Settlement Beach, Erscott’s Hole and Blinky Beach.

Lord Howe Island Marine Park brings together a mix of tropical, subtropical and temperate marine life found nowhere else on Earth, making it one of the world’s best diving sites. Discover the numerous atolls, pinnacles and reefs of the Admiralty Islands. Explore the basalt caves and reefs below Balls Pyramid, the world’s tallest sea stack. The waters are home to huge schools of violet sweep, rainbow runners, marlin, dolphins, turtles and rare species such as Spanish dancers, double-headed wrasse and Galapagos whalers.

Five major ocean currents intersect at Lord Howe Island and the waters are teeming with tropical, subtropical and temperate species of fish. The island's shallow lagoons contain trevally, silver drummer, bluefish and the double-header wrasse. Join a fishing boat adventure charter for the chance to hook Lord Howe kingfish, silver trevally, tuna, wahoo, cod species, marlin and more.

Lord Howe Island is great for walking and hiking. Although only 11 km long and 2 km wide, the island has many bushwalking options for a wide range of abilities. The most challenging is the 14 km Mt Gower hike, rated as one of the best day treks in the world. An experienced guide will lead you through this 875-metre ascent, an eight-hour return journey that requires ropes in some sections.

Lord Howe Island is one of Australia’s premier birdwatching destinations, with 14 species of seabirds breeding here in their hundreds of thousands. The island also has more than 130 permanent and migratory bird species, including the unique Lord Howe Island woodhen, vast flocks of migrating shearwaters and rare providence petrels.

One of the best ways to enjoy the crystal clear waters of Lord Howe Island is from a stand-up paddleboard. Rent a board at Neds Beach or Lagoon Beach and look out for wrasses, turtles and myriads of coral as you glide through the calm waters.

Lord Howe Island Marine Park is internationally significant, with the world's southernmost coral reef and the only fringing coral reef lagoon in NSW. The convergence of warm and cool waters results in a unique mix of temperate and tropical species, many of which can be seen in clear waters close to shore. Visitors can swim, dive, snorkel and kayak amongst colourful marine life, enjoy fishing from shore or on a charter boat and simply relax on pristine sandy beaches. Located about 700 kilometres northeast of Sydney, Lord Howe Island Marine Park is a multiple-use marine park that caters for many different recreational and commercial activities. The park protects marine biodiversity and areas of ecological and cultural importance, and provides for sustainable recreational and commercial activities. Visitors from around the world visit the marine park to dive, swim, snorkel, fish and holiday.

The Seven Peaks Walk is Lord Howe's premier five day guided adventure that takes you from pristine beaches and exposed coral platforms to the delicate mist forests on Mt Gower. Along the way, you'll see sheltered swimming coves, subtropical palm forests, freshwater creeks, rugged sea cliffs and volcanic peaks. Some sections of the walk, such as the Lower Road on Mt Lidgbird, wind along exposed narrow ledges (protected by ropes, of course) across a 300 vertical metre cliff. Other sections of the walk take you deep into Jurassic Park style banyan forests with the only rookeries of Providence petrels in the world. When you yell, the curious birds land at your feet, almost hypnotised. It's an incredible experience. The Seven Peaks Walk is a member of the Great Walks of Australia - a small collection of Australia's finest luxury walks.

Just 15 minutes by boat from Lord Howe Island is an intriguing group of volcanic formations. With some of Australia's best dive spots, eager divers flock to the crystal clear waters in this area. Choose from around 25 dive sites scattered around the atolls.

Explore the basalt caves and reefs below the world’s tallest sea stack, with a height of 551 metres. Balls Pyramid is home to huge schools of violet sweep, rainbow runners, marlin, dolphins, turtles and rare species such as Spanish dancers, double-headed wrasse and Galapagos whalers.

Blinky Beach, on the eastern side of Lord Howe Island, is a great spot for a refreshing swim, surf or a relaxing snorkel. It’s the most popular place on the island to catch a clean surf break on some of Australia’s least crowded waves. The fine sands are also ideal for beach fishing.

The museum has a range of innovative displays on the island's World Heritage environment, community and history dating back to 1788, when the British naval vessel HMS Supply was believed to have discovered the island.

Malabar Hill offers sweeping panoramic views of Lord Howe Island encompassing the towering volcanic peaks of Mount Lidgbird and Mount Gower. Its cliffs are the world's largest nesting ground for red-tailed tropicbirds. The best time to see the birds' airborne courting rituals from Malabar is between September and May.

Standing tall at 875 metres, Mount Gower is Lord Howe's highest mountain. Rated as one of Australia's best day walks, the Mount Gower hike is a challenging eight-hour return trek. Walkers traverse about 14 km across the mountain's rugged terrain, encountering some of the island's rarest plants and wildlife along the way.

A secluded beach, North Bay is accessible only by foot or water. Visitors can admire migratory sea birds and take short walks to Mount Eliza, Old Gulch and Herring Pools from the bay, or simply relax on its white sands. Amazing snorkelling opportunities can also be experienced here, with a large variety of fish, turtles and colourful corals.

Weather-sculpted sandstone rocks are dotted across the tiny and secluded Old Settlement Beach. Situated to the island's north, the beach is a great place to swim, relax and admire impressive mountain views. And enjoy a picnic.

The unique Valley of the Shadows trail takes you through remarkable banyan tree forests with aerial roots that give the impression trees are “walking” through the landscape.

This luxury retreat and spa is just behind Old Settlement Beach where the turtles come to swim. The Arajilla Spa & Wellness Centre uses ancient Indian Ayurvedic techniques to offer relaxation and healing through its extensive spa menu and wellness program.

Beachcomber Lodge is one of the original restored island homesteads, secluded among tropical gardens. Splashes of colour from fragrant frangipanis and hibiscus surround the private self-contained apartments and family cottage.

Located on the secluded southern end of Lord Howe Island, Capella commands spectacular ocean, lagoon and mountain views. Hosting no more than 20 guests, this premium, luxury retreat attracts discerning guests seeking a stylish and sophisticated escape.

Earls Anchorage offers a tranquil, private and central location with convenient access to the main beaches on either side of the island and close proximity to many scenic walks. Each self-contained bungalow features a nautical theme with handcrafted furniture by renowned Tasmanian wooden boat builder Ned Trewartha.

It's just a short walk through the rainforest to Neds Beach from this secluded north-east facing property set in a hectare of beautiful subtropical gardens. Guest facilities include private decks, barbecue areas and a library.

Fragrant frangipani and hibiscus blooms colour the lush tropical gardens that surround these private self-contained one-bedroom apartments. The crystal clear waters of Neds Beach are accessible via a short private track through magnificent banyan and palm groves.

Meaning "peaceful waters" in Maori, Waimarie is situated towards the southern end of the island close to the golf course. These two apartments offer a tranquil ambience and superb views of Mt Lidgbird and Mt Gower from private verandahs.

QantasLink offers year-round scheduled services to Lord Howe Island. Flight time is under two hours, with flights departing from Sydney on most days, and from Brisbane on weekends. A seasonal weekly service to the Island is also available direct from Port Macquarie from February to June and September to December.

You’ll quickly understand why Lord Howe Island does not need public transport. All accommodation properties provide free airport transfers for arriving and departing guests. Walking is a pleasure on the island as you’re never far from shops, restaurants or beaches. There are bicycles and helmets for hire and a limited number of rental cars.

Gower Wilson Memorial Hospital provides health services for residents and visitors to Lord Howe Island. This is the only medical facility on the island with three inpatient beds that are used for acute admissions. Complex cases are transferred to the mainland. Consulting and dispensary hours are 9am to 12.30pm Monday to Friday, however, the doctor and nursing staff are on 24-hour call for emergencies.

Country Code: (+61) Area Code: (02) Many island holidaymakers are delighted that Lord Howe Island is beyond the reach of mobile phone calls and internet service. Public phones and faxes are available on the island and an internet cafe is available at the visitors centre.

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