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beaches and islands of Australia
 

Australia is Beach paradise as it has many beautiful beaches. Australia's coastline is 36,735km long and features some of the most spectacular beaches on the planet. Australia is the ultimate destination for those who enjoy the sun, sand and surf. We have a list beaches that one must try to visit on there trip to Australia.  

Rottnest Island (Western Australia-Perth)

A secluded and calm and quiet beach is a very popular day tripper destination noted for its pristine beaches and coastal waters.

Rockingham
(Western Australia-Perth)
Rochingham is situated at a distance of 47 km from Perth. From the sheltered water of Cockburn Sound to open ocean in Wanbro Sound, visitors can swim, surf, snorkel, sail, fish, and catch crabs. There are safe beaches for the children also.

Swan River
(Western Australia-Perth)
Some of the the best city beaches in Australia are found in Perth. Though they can get a bit unpleasant and windy in the afternoon. There are calm bay beaches on the Swan River at Crawley and Peppermint Grove. Or you can try a whole string of patrolled surf beaches on the Indian Ocean coast, including Perth's very popular nude beach at Swanbourne. 
Scarborough is known for its beachside café society, and is great for experienced surfers and sailboarders. Infact the best beach of all is on secluded Carnac Island. Over the past fifteen years lots of nice places to eat and drink have come up.

South Coast
(Western Australia-Perth)
75 km south of Perth is Mandurah, a popular beach and holiday resort where dolphins are often seen in the estuary. Famous for its protected waters, excellent beaches, superb fishing and crabbing, international golf facilities and Mediterranean climate of warm summers and mild winters, thus it is the ideal place for a holiday. 

Mission Beach (Queensland-Cairns)
Mission Beach has 14 km of golden beaches with a backdrop of World Heritage listed rainforests, and with the Great Barrier Reef and Islands quite close. Thus having all of the elements of a remote tropical island.

Surfers Paradise (Queensland)
Surfers Paradise has a sunny sub-tropical climate and has become famous as Australia's most popular holiday destination. With world famous surf beaches, international standard accommodation and exciting attractions, Surfers Paradise has everything for all holiday makers.

Airlie Beach (Queensland)
Airlie Beach is quite lively. Situated right on the coast, 24 km from Proserpine. Explore the magical Whitsundays with day trips that offer sailing, trips to the outer Great Barrier Reef, snorkeling and coral viewing, fishing, rainforest walks, visits to a wildlife park, a chance to explore uninhabited and resort islands, scenic flights and diving.

Port Douglas (Queensland)
Port Douglas sits right on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. With classic palm fringed beautiful beaches to sit, relax, take in the warmth and views and unwind. 

Casuarina Beach (Darwin)
Seven km long Casuarina Beach in Darwin is a popular beach. A small section is set aside for nudists. Beware of box jellyfish from October to May.

Glenelg Beach (Adelaide)
One of the most popular beaches in Adelaide, this suburb south west of the city has a vintage tram running right to the dunes.

Maslin Beach (Adelaide)
Maslin Beach, is in South Australia near Adelaide. This was the first official unclad beach in Australia. This is a very beautiful beach in good condition.

 
 
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