Equipped
with long array of beaches, untempered hinterland, and relaxed lifestyle,
Cape Byron or Byron Bay is huge hit among the honeymoon seekers. Plenty of
outdoor activities make honeymoon in Byron Bay more thrilling. Attraction in
Byron Bay include the Headland Reserve, the Lighthouse, the National Parks,
Byron Hinterland, Julian Rocks and regional markets. International
accommodation and dining facilities pronounce that anybody would find
honeymoon in Byron Bay extremely satisfying.
Climate
The average temperature of Byron Bay in summer ranges from 21° C To 28°C
while the average winter temperature is between 15°C to 21°C.
Best time to visit
Byron Bay can be visited any time of the year for the temperature remains
almost static in all months of the year. Neither does not soars up too much
nor it drops below exceedingly. This means that activities in the island
can be enjoyed in all twelve months.
Places to visit
Byron Bay Light House - The lighthouse is one of the most visited
places in entire Byron Bay. It is located on the rocky headland of Cape
Byron. The visitors can sweeping of the place from the lighthouse 24 hours.
However, the brilliant views in the mornings and evening will definitely
delight you most.
Beaches - Byron Bay is known for its beautiful beaches where you
can spend some time in seclusion or enjoy thrilling adventure sports.
Beaches are safe for swimming. Even if one is not an expert in swimming,
one can enjoy thoroughly on the beach.
The Tallow beach is a great place for fishing and enjoying the hang gliders
overhead.
The
Pass Clarkes beach is the best palce for surfing.
Watergo's faces north and is also a good spot for surfing.
Belongil beach is a clothing optional beach.
Broken head beach is a quiet and isolated beach surrounded by palms
Nature Reserves - Byron Bay has many natural reserves that you can
visit.
Julian Rocks Aquatic Reserve has plentiful tropical marine life and
creatures from warm temperate seas
Broken head nature reserve is a great place for whale watching during the
winter season.
Brunswick head nature reserve is a charming combination of beach, estuary
and littoral rainforest.
Tyagarah Nature Reserve is a perfect place for bird watching and fishing.
National Parks - The hinterland of Byron Bay has many famous
national parks which you can tour during your honeymoon Nightcap national
park is so pretty that it would sweep you off your feet. With an amazingly
vast variety of vegetation and living creatures, the national park is
immensely popular. The park is also home to threatened plants and
animals-including koalas, red-legged pademelons and Albert's lyrebirds.
Mt Warning National Park is home to world heritage site Mt Warning, remnant
of an extinct volcano. The mount is considered sacrosanct by the people. The
national park is also home to several rare species of animals, birds and
plants. This is a place to enjoy marvellous natural beauty.
Things you must do
Enjoy adventure activities - Byron Bay has vast coastal area that
houses numerous beaches. These beaches are very good to enjoy adventure
sports especially surfing. These beaches are considered among best in the
world for surfing. Apart from surfing, snorkelling, diving, kayaking and
swimming is also possible in these areas.
Enjoy Nightlife - Byron Bay nightlife of is lively with many
nightclubs and hotels staying open till late night. These nightclubs and
hotels offer music and dance. Dancing on scintillating music is a very good
experience.
Enjoy Whale and Dolphin Watching - There is an excellent walking
track from Byron lighthouse. It provides a very good chance to view some
dolphins dance in the waves. If you are visiting Byron Bay during June/July
or September/October, ensure that you do not miss the Humpback whales
passing by the cape Byron. This is going to be the most incredible sight in
your entire vacation.
Not to miss
Festivals and events - Don't fail to enjoy colourful festivals and
events when you are in Byron Bay. Whatever time of the year you might visit,
you could probably take part in one or the other festival of the region.
Some of the important festivals of in Byron Bay are Writers' festival, East
Coast and Root festival and A taste of Byron.
Eating out - Byron Bay offers quality food to the honeymoon
seekers. Hotels and other eating points serve delicious dishes that range
from Japanese to Indian. Food is availabls in thes places till late hours.
Cuisine in these hotels would fully satisfy you.
Getting There
Byron Bay is a famous tourist destination and it can be accessed without
any problem at all.
Brisbane International airport is located at a drive of 2 hours from Byron
Bay. Cars are available at the airport that will take you straight to Byron
Bay.
Two other airports are located in the vicinity of byron Bay- Gold Coast
Airport and Ballina airport.
By car - The Pacific highway connects Byron Bay to Sydney (almost
10 hours drive), Brisbane ( 2 hours drive) and Gold Coast ( 1 hour drive).
By Bus - Daily bus services are available from Melbourne, Sydney
and Brisbane.
For further information you can visit the official website of Australia
tourism www.australia.com.
