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If you’re craving some quality time to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/02/natural-wonders-townsville/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ereconnect with the natural world\u003C/a\u003E, retreat to a floating wilderness and explore \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/hinchinbrook-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EHinchinbrook Island\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Jurassic landform sits eight clicks off the coast of \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/townsville-north-queensland\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ECardwell\u003C/a\u003E. One of Australia’s largest island national parks, Hinchinbrook is pristine, untouched and only 7000 visitors even think to come each year, making it one of Queensland’s most precious \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/11/20/7-more-queensland-islands-youve-never-heard-of/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eisland destinations\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EComposed of a kaleidoscope of colours and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/hinchinbrook-island-national-park\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Elandscapes\u003C/a\u003E, Hinchinbrook’s 399km2 of national parkland flourishes with everything from mountain peaks and lush rainforests to thicket heaths and pearl white beaches.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom a traveller’s perspective, one of the most appealing aspect of Hinchinbrook is that there are no hotels. In fact, there is no accommodation of any kind. On this island it’s camping only, so you can be guaranteed an invigorating experience in nature without the risk of traffic.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis lack of luxe what makes Hinchinbrook such a draw for hikers, kayakers and boaters alike.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhether you go by foot or paddle, let this be your guide to exploring Hinchinbrook Island.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003ETake care during cyclone season, November to April, as extreme weather conditions can limit access to the island as well as threaten the safety of campers. \u003C/em\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EDiscovering Hinchinbrook Island by foot\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412397\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412397\" class=\"wp-image-412397 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hitchinbrook-island-stevarladventures-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Hinchinbrook by foot | explore Hinchinbrook Island\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hitchinbrook-island-stevarladventures-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hitchinbrook-island-stevarladventures-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412397\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/stevarladventures/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@stevarladventures\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHiking Hinchinbrook is the best way to explore the island terrain. On feet, you’ll get to immerse yourself in the wilderness, swim in a plethora of falls, and pace the numerous trails mapping the island. Expect wet boots and sandy soles as you move between rainforest, creek and beach in just a few swift steps, such is the diversity of Hinchinbrook’s topography.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThere are plenty of bushwhacking trails to explore, and most can be done in just a few hours, but the most famous is the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/journey/thorsborne-trail-hinchinbrook-island-national-park\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EThorsborne Trail\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EThe Thorsborne Trail\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412404\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412404\" class=\"wp-image-412404 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/thorsborne-trail-outside.luke_-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Thorsborne Trail \" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/thorsborne-trail-outside.luke_-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/thorsborne-trail-outside.luke_-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412404\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/outside.luke/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@outside.luke\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom ascending to the top of Nina Peak, to a descent to the warren of mangrove-lined channels, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/08/16/how-to-hike-the-thorsborne-trail-on-hinchinbrook-island/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ehiking the Thorsborne Trail\u003C/a\u003E is the best way to really immerse yourself in the natural splendour of the parkland and truly explore Hinchinbrook Island.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENamed after local naturalists, this trail is one of Queensland’s best coastal bushwalking experiences, covering 32km of ungraded track and taking about 4 days to walk. The terrain is rugged and untouched, so hiking experience and high levels of fitness are a must.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBut this is not the kind of hiking adventure that ends with luxury lodges or even a roof over your head at the end of each day. Thorsborne advocates for minimal impact bushwalking, so hikers need to be completely self-sufficient to camp their way along the track and leave nothing but footprints in their wake. If you don’t know where to start, we have some \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/05/what-to-pack-hiking-hinchinbrook-island/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Epacking tips\u003C/a\u003E to help you remember everything you need.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHikers on any trail camp in one of seven designated sites dotted across the island, and a few of these are reserved for Thorsborne hikers only.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn order to uphold the minimal impact standards, the number of hikers permitted on Thorsborne is capped at 40 at a time to minimise the environmental impact. It’s known to book out during peak periods so make sure you book in advance.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EDiscovering Hinchinbrook by boat\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412406\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412406\" class=\"wp-image-412406 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hinchinbrook-channel--691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Hichinbrook boat | explore Hinchinbrook Island\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hinchinbrook-channel--691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hinchinbrook-channel--1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412406\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/april.memorey/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@april.memorey\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBeing that Hinchinbrook is within the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/great-barrier-reef\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef World Heritage Area\u003C/a\u003E, it’s an ideal location for \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-see-and-do/fishing\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ekeen fishers\u003C/a\u003E. The estuaries of Hinchinbrook Channel are home to a wide range of fish from mangrove jacks and king salmon to trevally and queenfish, but the real prize is the barramundi.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Bandjin Traditional Owners roamed Hinchinbrook Island for thousands of years and fishing has always been an integral part of their culture. Visitors hoping to reel one in follow in the footsteps of their ancient practice, and like the Bandjin community, Hinchinbrook is dedicated to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/fishing-on-hinchinbrook-island\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Esustainable fishing practices\u003C/a\u003E and environmental preservation. Make sure to heed their environmental \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/hinchinbrook/about.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eplan of management\u003C/a\u003E and guide to transit lanes to reduce impact on marine and intertidal environments.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMooring on Hinchinbrook means you have your own transport to the estuary fishing around the island, and also gives you a choice of gorgeous \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/hinchinbrook/camping.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ecamping spots\u003C/a\u003E on both the east and west sides of the island. Many boaters choose the Macushla camping area to settle their sand pegs for the night, but arriving by boat also gives you the opportunity to camp at the elusive Haven Camp Area, which not even Thorsborne hikers get to venture to. (Just be aware that access to this spot is tide-dependant).\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EUsing Hinchinbrook as your island base, you can spend your days fishing before returning island-side to cook your catch and sleep under the stars.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENaturally, where there are barramundi there are crocodiles, and estuarine crocodiles are known to make their home in the waters in and around Hinchinbrook Island so it’s worth brushing up on your \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://environment.des.qld.gov.au/wildlife/animals/living-with/crocodiles/croc-wise?_ga=2.188608236.576810528.1582195101-1217234047.1580088190\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ecroc knowledge\u003C/a\u003E before heading out.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhy discover Hinchinbrook Island by kayak?\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412407\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412407\" class=\"wp-image-412407 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/kayaking-hinchinbrook-island-barefoot_creative-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Hinchinbrook Kayak | explore Hinchinbrook Island\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/kayaking-hinchinbrook-island-barefoot_creative-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/kayaking-hinchinbrook-island-barefoot_creative-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412407\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/barefoot_creative/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@barefoot_creative\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor those with sea legs and a sense of adventure, opting for a tour with Coral Sea Kayakers will show you the best of Hinchinbrook with a few more creature comforts than those by boat or boot.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EKayakers have the best of both situations, on a seven-day expedition from \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/mission-beach\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMission Beach\u003C/a\u003E to Hinchinbrook, which includes time on and off the water.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESame as for the boaters, paddling around Hinchinbrook’s waterways will bring you up close with the myriad marine life that swim around these parts. But unlike most watercraft, the kayaks leave minimal environmental impact so participants can explore and enjoy the island without risk of damaging the pristine conditions.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt’s not all paddle time either. There’s just 3-4 hours paddling each day, which is more than enough to give you that rewarding sense of an active adventure while also allowing plenty of time to explore the island. Just remember to dial up the SPF while you are on the water,\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAnother perk is the catering, with the kayaks packed to the gunnels with wholesome meals for the trip. Every evening dinner is made using as much local, organic produce as possible to support local growers. Each bite is a testament to the region, so expect fresh tropical fruit picked along the\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/tropical-north-queensland/places-to-visit/mission-beach\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E Cassowary Coast\u003C/a\u003E, and, if the lines are lucky,  ceviche prepared from fish caught wild and fresh that day. This is the peak of luxe treatment on Hinchinbrook, as kayakers still get to pitch their tents on the beach.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003E*Please note the temporary closure of all Queensland campgrounds in national parks, state forests and state-managed recreation and protected areas, in response to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"geo-post-5668\" class=\"geo geo-post\" style=\"display: none\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"latitude\"\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"longitude\"\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E","title":"Content",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"date":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1584469838000,"title":"Date",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"date_modified":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1580941500000,"title":"Date Modified",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"excerpt":{"dataType":"string","value":"\u003Cp\u003EImmerse yourself in the natural splendour of a floating national park.\u003C/p\u003E\n","title":"Excerpt",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"slug":{"dataType":"string","value":"explore-hinchinbrook-island","title":"Slug",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"featured_image":{"dataType":"string","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/feature-image-tropicalnorthqueensland.jpg","title":"Featured Image",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"post_thumbnail":{"dataType":"string","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/feature-image-tropicalnorthqueensland.jpg","title":"Post Thumbnail",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false}}},"editorial_introducti":{":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-introduction"},"editorial_hero_banne":{"title":"How to explore every inch of Hinchinbrook Island","layoutVariation":"standardWidth","tag":{"colour":"#365ABD","text":"How-to"},"breadcrumbItems":[{"active":false,"title":"Home","url":"/content/teq/sg/en/home.html"},{"active":false,"title":"Islands","url":"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands.html"},{"active":true,"title":"Explore Hinchinbrook Island","url":"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/explore-hinchinbrook-island.html"}],"gallery":{"mediaCollection":[{"mediaType":"image","mediaProps":{"fileFormat":"","sku":"","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/editorial-hero-banner/2020_TSV_HinchinbrookNationalPark_NaturalLandscape.jpg","alt":"Hinchinbrook National Park","title":null,"link":null,"mobileSrc":"","attribution":null,"quality":60},"mediaPropsSlide":null}]},":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-hero-banner"},"editorialauthor":{"name":"Catherine\t Blake","resourcePath":"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/explore-hinchinbrook-island/jcr:content/root/responsivegrid/editorialauthor","publishedDateISO":"2023-10-22T02:46:32.549Z",":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorialauthor","image":{"src":"/home/users/C/CXneAuruq8SV90SKwVPx/profile.profile.image","alt":"Catherine\t Blake"}},"editorial_description":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EEscaping crowds is easier said than done. If you’re craving some quality time to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/02/natural-wonders-townsville/\"\u003Ereconnect with the natural world\u003C/a\u003E, retreat to a floating wilderness and explore \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/hinchinbrook-island\"\u003EHinchinbrook Island\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Jurassic landform is just off the coast of \u003Ca title=\"Things to do in Cardwell \" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/best-things-to-do-cardwell\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECardwell\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"Lucinda\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b2613b2880253d74c49bc3-lucinda\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELucinda\u003C/a\u003E, picturesque villages that sit snug between two of Queensland's most beautiful northern cities, \u003Ca title=\"Townsville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"Cairns\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECairns\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOne of Australia’s largest island national parks, Hinchinbrook is pristine, untouched and only 7000 visitors come each year, making it one of Queensland’s most precious \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/11/20/7-more-queensland-islands-youve-never-heard-of/\"\u003Eisland destinations\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EComposed of a kaleidoscope of colours and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/hinchinbrook-island-national-park\"\u003Elandscapes\u003C/a\u003E, Hinchinbrook’s 399km2 of national parkland flourishes with everything from mountain peaks and lush rainforests to  pearl white beaches.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOn Hinchinbrook Island there are no hotels. In fact, there is no accommodation of any kind. On this island it’s camping only, so you can be guaranteed an invigorating experience in nature.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis lack of luxe what makes Hinchinbrook such a draw for hikers, kayakers and boaters alike.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhether you go by foot or paddle, let this be your guide to exploring Hinchinbrook Island.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ci\u003ETake care during cyclone season, November to April, as extreme weather conditions can limit access to the island as well as threaten the safety of campers and day trippers.\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EDiscovering Hinchinbrook Island by foot\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412397\" style=\"width: 701.0px;\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E \u003C/div\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image0ba4d8b6-6555-441d-8705-85ba62d9bd32":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2020_TSV_HichinbrookIsland_WalkingAndHiking_@stevarladventures.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2020_TSV_HichinbrookIsland_WalkingAndHiking_@stevarladventures.jpg","alt":"Hichinbrook Island","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/explore-hinchinbrook-island/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image0ba4d8b6-6555-441d-8705-85ba62d9bd32.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1697942792187/2020-tsv-hichinbrookisland-walkingandhiking--stevarladventures.jpeg","uuid":"8c5fef43-f54f-4d87-a792-875f3a0bd32c","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/stevarladventures/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@ stevarladventures\u003C/a\u003E",":type":"teq/components/image"},"texted62d710_c55b_4e":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EHiking Hinchinbrook is the best way to explore the island terrain. On foot, you’ll get to immerse yourself in the wilderness, swim in a plethora of falls, and pace the numerous trails mapping the island. Expect wet boots and sandy soles as you move between rainforest, creek and beach in just a few swift steps, such is the diversity of Hinchinbrook’s topography.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412404\" style=\"width: 701.0px;\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E \u003C/div\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image_with_link":{"cq:isCancelledForChildren":true,":type":"wcm/msm/components/ghost"},"texted62d710-c55b-4e88-b89a-c85d56bbe541":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThere are plenty of bushwhacking trails to explore, and most can be done in just a few hours, but the most famous is the\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/journey/thorsborne-trail-hinchinbrook-island-national-park\"\u003EThorsborne Trail\u003C/a\u003E.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EThe Thorsborne Trail\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412404\" style=\"width: 701.0px;\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E \u003C/div\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image98ea5795-7b09-4bab-968c-30e0f982f62b":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2020_TSV_ThorsborneTrail_WaterfallsAndSwimmingHoles_@outside.luke.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2020_TSV_ThorsborneTrail_WaterfallsAndSwimmingHoles_@outside.luke.jpg","alt":"Thorsborne Trail | explore Hinchinbrook Island","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/explore-hinchinbrook-island/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image98ea5795-7b09-4bab-968c-30e0f982f62b.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1697942792248/2020-tsv-thorsbornetrail-waterfallsandswimmingholes--outside-luke.jpeg","uuid":"712d474b-3bb4-40bc-af18-3609a7e93e55","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/outside.luke/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@outside.luke\u003C/a\u003E",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text90f433f0-51d5-4a2e-a475-5538a7e1dd28":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPlease note: The trail is often fully booked out months in advance, so plan to purchase your permit with plenty of time to avoid disappointment.\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom ascending to the top of Nina Peak, to a descent to the warren of mangrove-lined channels, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/08/16/how-to-hike-the-thorsborne-trail-on-hinchinbrook-island/\"\u003Ehiking the Thorsborne Trail\u003C/a\u003E is the best way to really immerse yourself in the natural splendour of the parkland and truly explore Hinchinbrook Island.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENamed after local naturalists, this trail is one of Queensland’s best coastal bushwalking experiences, covering 32km of ungraded track and taking about 4 days to walk. The terrain is rugged and untouched, so hiking experience and high levels of fitness are a must.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBut this is not the kind of hiking adventure that ends with luxury lodges or even a roof over your head at the end of each day. Thorsborne advocates for minimal impact bushwalking, so hikers need to be completely self-sufficient to camp their way along the track and leave nothing but footprints in their wake. If you don’t know where to start, we have some \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/05/what-to-pack-hiking-hinchinbrook-island/\"\u003Epacking tips\u003C/a\u003E to help you remember everything you need.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHikers on any trail camp in one of seven designated sites dotted across the island, and a few of these are reserved for Thorsborne hikers only.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn order to uphold the minimal impact standards, the number of hikers permitted on Thorsborne is capped at 40 at a time to minimise the environmental impact. It’s known to book out during peak periods so make sure you book in advance.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EDay tours on Hinchinbrook Island\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/editorial-hero-banner/2018_TSV_ThorsborneTrail_WalkingAndHiking_137856.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/editorial-hero-banner/2018_TSV_ThorsborneTrail_WalkingAndHiking_137856.jpg","alt":"Hinchinbrook Island","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/explore-hinchinbrook-island/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1697942792289/2018-tsv-thorsbornetrail-walkingandhiking-137856.jpeg","uuid":"836572c9-b760-4db6-9818-814414c400c4","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWhile hiking the Thorsborne Trail can be booked out months in advance, you don’t have to miss out on exploring Hinchinbrook Island thanks to a bunch of epic day tours.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56e8fb689c07263d7683dfb3-hinchinbrook-island-cruises\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Hinchinbrook Island Cruises\"\u003EHinchinbrook Island Cruises\u003C/a\u003E offer half-day tours that will see you traversing the lush greenery and genetically blessed waterways of the island. The Ramsay Bay cruise spans four hours and takes you deep into the heart of Missionary Bay’s mangroves and Ramsay Bay’s unspoiled beach. Along your travels, look out for dugongs, turtles, dolphins, crocs and abundant birdlife.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOr if you want to get your calf burn on, opt for the Nina Peak climb. Score stunning views of the Great Barrier Reef from the northern end of Hinchinbrook Island as you climb 312 metres high. Perfect for those short on time but big on scoping out this region’s unbelievable beauty.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAt \u003Ca title=\"Wild Hinchinbrook Adventures\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-6287fe0cfcfdb205647e300a-wild-hinchinbrook-adventures\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWild Hinchinbrook Adventures\u003C/a\u003E choose between a half or full day Hinchinbrook Channel scenic cruise, a guided Zoe Falls or Mulligan Falls walk, or the Hinchinbrook Island circumnavigation tour - the scenic boat ride will cruise along the eastern side of the island, taking in historical sites, waterfalls and rock formations.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/transport/p-5a5d53f2895de52f291dc74c-absolute-north-charters\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAbsolute North Charters\u003C/a\u003E – who have three generations of adventure experience behind them – run Thorsborne Trail return transfers from Lucinda. Their day trip is fully customisable with available stops at Zoe Bay (perfect for bush walks), Mulligan Falls or Ramsay Bay Boardwalk.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDiscovering Hinchinbrook by boat\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image1e87a06e-d923-4dbf-bec3-1722a9767e99":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2020_TSV_Hinchinbrook_fishing_@april.memorey.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2020_TSV_Hinchinbrook_fishing_@april.memorey.jpg","alt":"Hichinbrook Island fishing | explore Hinchinbrook Island","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/sg/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/explore-hinchinbrook-island/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image1e87a06e-d923-4dbf-bec3-1722a9767e99.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1697942792306/2020-tsv-hinchinbrook-fishing--april-memorey.jpeg","uuid":"bc0ec3fb-6b5c-4bc3-9d5c-6a13469f07c5","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/@april.memorey/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@april.memorey\u003C/a\u003E",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text67b6898a-f855-4ce7-8f72-a48abd5da9f2":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EBeing that Hinchinbrook is within the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/great-barrier-reef\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef World Heritage Area\u003C/a\u003E, it’s an ideal location for \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-see-and-do/fishing\"\u003Ekeen fishers\u003C/a\u003E. The estuaries of Hinchinbrook Channel are home to a wide range of fish from mangrove jacks and king salmon to trevally and queenfish, but the real prize is the barramundi.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Bandjin Traditional Owners roamed Hinchinbrook Island for thousands of years and fishing has always been an integral part of their culture. Visitors hoping to reel one in follow in the footsteps of their ancient practice, and like the Bandjin community, Hinchinbrook is dedicated to sustainable fishing practices and environmental preservation. 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