International Destinations
|
|
 |
 |
Travel Insurance
|
|
Welcome to Island Explorer Holidays!
We specialise in package holidays to Christmas Island and the Cocos Keeling Islands, which are located in the Indian Ocean and are considered
part of Western Australia and is a Territory of Australia.
The islands are distinctively unique from each other, Christmas Island is an extinct volcano with an 80km coast line rising up to 361m above sea level and the Cocos Islands are made up of a combination of 27 smaller islands, forming a U shaped coral atoll. Apart from the general appearance of each, the constant 27º-30ºC days offer holiday makers the tropical island holiday experience of a life time. With limited tourism and small populations, the islands offer secure and safe holidays with little influence from the outside world.
Types of holidays to be experienced include:
- Leisure Holidays
- Adventure Holidays
- Eco Tourism Holidays
- Diving Holidays
- Family Holidays
- Romantic Holidays
- Honeymoon Holidays
- Beach and Relaxing Holidays
- Surfing, Kite and Windsurfing Holidays
- Group Educational Holidays
- Wedding Group Holidays
- Fishing Holidays
Christmas Island
Christmas Island is most commonly known for the annual Red Crab Migration and the spawning of these land crabs after the first rains. Whale Sharks also appear at this time feeding on plankton and the Baby Red Crab larvae. The island is also World Heritage Listed for its Fresh Water Mangrove Swamp and has an amazing 35 Endemic Species. Bird Watching and Private Bird Tours are a common interest for visitors, with many different types of Nature Walks and Adventure Tours to choose from, no wonder Christmas Island is known as the Galapagos of the Indian Ocean and a Natural Wonder of the World. Cultural Festivals and Religious Festivals held through out the year provide visitors with an interesting glimpse to the islands cultural mix of Australian, Malay and Chinese heritage. The rugged cliff faces provide excellent snorkeling and rock pools to explore, while Green Turtles and rare Hawksbill Turtles can be seen on occasion on the beach or while snorkeling or diving. Due to minimal commercialisation, Diving on Christmas Island can be described as one of if not the best dive locations available, with Drift Dives, Cave Diving, extreme drop offs and under water caverns to explore, coral covered walls, dolphins, huge sharks and manta rays and an enormous variety of fish species to observe, you are assured of an experience that will last a life time! Enjoy Big Game Fishing, Trolling, Popping and Jigging Private Fishing Charters for Giant Trevally, Dog Tooth Tuna, Yellow Fin Tuna, Sail Fish, Marlin, Barramundi and Wahoo.
Cocos Islands
The Cocos Islands offer a secluded and relaxing holiday destination with palm fringed white sandy beaches to explore. Often described as a seemingly untouched paradise the islands offer a unique view into a by-gone era, with various styles of accommodation from cottages and bungalows to studios and houses available. Enjoy a relaxing beach holiday with many snorkeling and fishing sites with in easy access and safe exploration for both adults and children. The hidden Inner lake offers Bird Lovers and ecologists the opportunity to view many species of flora and fauna including the endemic Cocos Buff Banded Rail, while the protected national park on North Keeling Island is home to many bird species and the famous World War II ship wreck, the SMS Emden. The majority of the Cocos Islands waters are scattered in beautiful dive sites with a mixture of leather corals, plate corals, whip corals and a variety of colorful cabbage corals. The average water temperature is 27oC offering the ultimate diving paradise. The local Australian - Malay community reside on Home Island and ferrys depart daily from the West Islands jetty. Unwind on the various secluded islands with in the atoll or immerse your self in the culture and history. For the adventure seekers, the waist deep tropical waters of the lagoon provide the perfect opportunity to Windsurf and Kite-surf with continuous breezes during the south east trade wind season. Try Glass Bottom Boat Tours or take up Surfing at the secluded left hand break at the Surf Shack or The Spot for beginners surfing. Sight Kat the lone Dugong or local Dolphins in the lagoon or visit the Clam Farm on West Island or Oceania House and gardens on Home Island or Fire Works on New Years Eve at Scout Park.
Christmas Island and the Cocos Islands, picturesque views and breath taking attractions! An Australian Island Holiday Destination in the Indian Oceanwith Duty Free and Tax Free benefits!
