Fraser Island is yet another part of Australia which has been judged suitable to be awarded a place on the World Heritage site list. One interesting fact about Fraser Island is that it is the largest sand island in the world. This beautiful island boasts not only pristine beaches, sheer cliffs and numerous freshwater lakes, but also ancient rainforests teeming with wildlife and lush fauna. The wetlands are also vitally important in terms of ecology, due to many native and endangered species calling the wetlands home. Such animals and plants include rare types of fern and animals such as dugongs, turtles, and migratory birds.
Mission Beach is a stretch of beach located on the East Coast of Australia, for approximately 14km. It is a world heritage site due to the tropical rainforest, located along side sandy pristine beaches and tiny picturesque islands. Regardless of your interests, you will find an activity to please you at Mission beach, hether its snorkelling, diving, bushwalking in the forest or even birdwatching, and many more.