Considering Christmas Island Accommodation? A Basic Guide to the Island

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Considering Christmas Island Accommodation? A
Basic Guide to the Island
Christmas Island is due west of the northernmost
protrusions of Australia. While it is
directly south of Jakarta, Christmas Island is a
territory of Australia, making it a popular
destination for nature lovers, bird watchers, and
others seeking a relaxing break. If you are
considering Christmas Island accommodation, were
here to provide you with a basic guide of what to
expect from the Island.
The National Park
Although there are various styles of Christmas
Island accommodation, the island still retains
its natural beauty. It is dominated by the
national park where flora and fauna flourish. One
of the main reasons your fellow travellers at
Christmas Island accommodation may be visiting is
the Red Crab. This island is the sole habitat of
this creature, and you will find them all around
the island. Just be sure to watch your feet, as
standing on a Red Crab is more likely to hurt
you, than the crab!
Diving Opportunities
Christmas Island offers some fantastic diving.
The island drastically rises from the
Java Trench, the deepest point in the Indian
Ocean. This creates a great opportunity for
amazing drop off diving, with most of the walls
only twenty metres off the shoreline. Christmas
Island also has a narrow tropical reef before
dropping into the abyss. There are many reefs you
can explore, particularly around the north tip of
the island.
Bird Watching
Since over 63 of the island is a national park,
there is lots of room for nesting
birds. Christmas Island provides a home for many
bird species that are not found anywhere else in
the world. These species are part of the unique
rainforest ecology of the island. Most of
the year, you can see amazing species including
several land birds that are natural to the
island.
Fishing
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Fishing has become increasingly popular on
Christmas Island. While there are lots
of activities here, the Wahoo, Tuna, Sailfish and
other fish species are far larger than
other tropical locations, so many come to the
island specifically for fishing. It is eve n
possible that you may see fish more than 100
kilograms feeding on the waters surface. If you
want to fish
for sailfish, you should plan your Christmas
Island visit for during the pre-monsoon months.
Other Activities and Sights
There are lots of other activities and sights to
keep you busy during your visit. You can
play golf on the island for very reasonable
course fees, take a hike or nature walk, snorkel
or swim in Flying Fish Cove. There are also some
fantastic beaches all around the
island, waterfalls and the Grotto if you want to
enjoy a romantic break.
You can expect tropical weather with a wet season
between December and April and cooler, sunnier
weather from July to September.
If youre considering Christmas Island
accommodation, contact our specialist team
for advice. We can offer some fantastic deals on
Christmas Island hotels, and youll find the
Broome, Kimberley Beyond team ready to answer
any queries about your Broome Tours,
Christmas Island accommodation, transfers or tour
options.