Dunk Island Ferry

About Dunk Island Ferry

Dunk Island Ferry

Book a round-trip transfer to visit Dunk Island from Mission Beach. When you arrive on Dunk Island you are free to enjoy it however you wish at your leisure. Explore the rainforest walking tracks, go snorkeling or fishing, or just find your own slice of paradise and relax.

Quickcoast Ferry
Large Catamaran offering comfortable seating.

Departs Mission Beach at 9am
Returns to Mission Beach at 4:50pm

Get Dunked
Rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with a maximum of 10 guests.

Departs Mission Beach Clump Point Boat ramp at 8am
Returns to Mission Beach at 12pm

Getting to Clump Point Marina
Walking - 30 Minutes walk from Mission Beach Visitor Centre
Driving - 5 Minutes drive from Mission Beach. Free parking available.

Dunk Island Walks

Muggy Muggy Beach

Approx. 3 km return (40 mins)
Grade: Easy

From the spit, walk to the north-east end of the beach to the start of the walking tracks. This pleasant walk winds through rainforest, coastal woodland, and mangroves before arriving at Muggy Muggy Beach. At this picturesque sandy cove, sheltered behind a rainforest clad headland, enjoy a swim and snorkel before returning along the same track. Access to this walking track may be affected by tidal influences at certain times.

Mt Kootaloo

Approx. 7 km return (2 hrs)
Grade: Moderate
From the spit, walk to the north-east end of the beach to the start of the walking tracks. This more strenuous walk winds up a steep track to the 271 m summit. Cyclone-damaged rainforest on the lower slopes allows glimpses over the island and reefs as the track ascends. On the upper slopes, the forest opens out and eucalypts emerge through the canopy. Near the summit, a short branching track leads to a lookout, which offers spectacular views over the Family Islands and nearby mainland. Near the lookout, the remains of No. 27 Radar Station, built during World War II, are slowly being reclaimed by the rainforest. The track continues around the summit, rejoining the main track and returning to the beach. Access to this walking track may be affected by tidal influences at certain times.

Dunk Island Circuit Track

Approx. 9.2 km (3.5-4 hrs)
Grade: Moderate
From the spit, walk to the north-east end of the beach to the start of the walking tracks. Mt Kootaloo, you’ll pass through the magical Palm Valley and then onto Coconut Beach. Not for the faint hearted, this challenging walk will introduce you to Dunk Island’s lush green rainforest where you are likely to encounter the many different species of birdlife.
The islands support many species of birds, insects, reptiles and mammals. The brilliant blue Ulysses butterfly has become a symbol for Dunk Island. The fringing reefs surrounding each of the islands are home to a diversity of reef life. Extensive seagrass beds lie between the islands providing important feeding grounds for sea turtles and dugong.

Family Acitivites Ideas

Find a bird eating spider on the walks.
Take an esky with a BBQ and beers – we have a beach cricket set and soccer ball to borrow.
Snorkel at Muggy Muggy Beach.
Sit and eat oysters off of the rocks on Coconut Beach.
Continue on the circuit track and duck into Coconut Beach before returning to the spit.
Take some fishing gear and catch a big one.
Crack a coconut - PINA COLADAS!