Stay on Dunk Island
Choose between Beachfront Eco Tents or Bayside Camping and make Dunk Island your base for exploring rainforests, reefs, and secluded beaches.
Dunk Island Restaurant
Settle in for relaxed beachfront dining with tropical flavours, cold drinks, and views across the Coral Sea. Walk ins welcome!
Ferry Transfers
Plan your journey to the island with ferry and transfer options from the mainland, making your arrival part of the adventure.
When the road ends, the island begins
Within the shelter of the Family Islands National Park and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Dunk Island lies 4km off the Cassowary Coast township of Mission Beach (between Cairns and Townsville).
Following the devastation of Cyclone Yasi in 2011, Dunk Island is slowly spreading its wings to introduce a new boutique camping and dining experience on The Sand Spit that preserves the natural environment and celebrates the island's cultural significance.
Follow us as we share the journey of an island awakening.
Stay at Dunk
Explore Dunk
Island Map & Guide
Beachfront Eco Tent stays on Dunk Island
Available from Wednesday 1st April 2026
Eco Tents on Dunk Island offer a relaxed camping experience designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding environment.
- Available Wednesday to Sunday, from the 1st April 2026
- Comfortable, pre-set accommodation with no setup required
- Available in Twin Share or King – ideal for couples, families or friends or first time island visitors
- Surrounded by nature, with easy access to beaches and facilities
Eco Tents are a popular choice for guests seeking a more comfortable approach to camping on the Great Barrier Reef. Simple, stylish, and effortlessly island focused.
Bayside Camping on Dunk Island
Camping Dunk Island - Open year-round
Dunk Island’s campground is open 7-days offering 6 spectacular beachfront sites which can accommodate up to 6 people per site.
- Available year round, 7 days a week
- Bring your own tent and camp where the rainforest meets the sea
- Amenities include toilets, showers, BBQs and picnic tables
- Close to island walking tracks, sheltered beaches, and just the right distance from the restaurant
This is traditional island camping. Relaxed, unpretentious, and deeply connected to the outdoors. Perfect for families, groups, and adventurous travellers.
