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Christmas Island
Slow down to Christmas Island pace. Where red crabs sidle slowly across the road and locals gather at the Cove on deckchairs to view the tropical sunset over the reef. Explore the plateau rainforest where the local Christmas Island Thrush will hop down from the branches to check you out in detail and rare Abbott's Boobies shriek from their treetop nests.

Take a dive with the whale sharks or hook a huge fish for a wahoo barbecue if you're feeling energetic. Otherwise a lazy snorkel over the reef at Flying Fish Cove will turn up some new fish or underwater scene most days.

Christmas Island is a unique destination of huge natural and cultural tropical diversity. It is an island with that Asian feel, yet it is part of Australia. Each year, the island experiences a massive migration of red land crabs, one of the wonders of the natural world. Many of the island's birds, like many of the crabs, are found nowhere else on the planet. There is plenty of great diving, snorkelling, fishing and exploring on this remote and little-known outpost of Australia.

Three hundred kilometers south of Indonesia in the Indian Ocean, Christmas Island was discovered on Christmas Day, 1651 and settled in 1888. It is the summit of an extinct submarine volcano, rising steeply to a central plateau dominated by stands of tall rainforest. This plateau of limestone and layers of volcanic rock reaches heights of up to 361 meters. The island's 80 kilometer coastline is an almost continuous sea cliff, up to 20 meters in height. In a few places, the jagged cliff face gives way to small caves and shallow bays with sand and coral shingle beaches and rock-pools.

There's fantastic wall diving on the narrow encircling coral reef which plummets to a depth of about 500 meters within 200 meters of the shore. Being surrounded by deep ocean also means that game fishermen of large pelagic fish like yellowfin tuna and wahoo don't have far to travel. Schools of spinner dolphins live in the area and gentle whale sharks visit from October to April.

Tropical Christmas Island has wet and dry seasons with a relaxing 27 degrees celsius average year-round. The wet season is from December to April, during the rest of the year, the south-east trade winds bring slightly lower temperatures and humidity with much less rain.

There are excellent roads (some 4WD) and great walks as well as plenty of temples and restaurants reflecting the Chinese and Malay backgrounds of most of the islands residents. Islanders celebrate Hari Raya Puasa and Chinese New Year as well as Christmas and numerous other festivals and events throughout the year.

Access from the mainland to the island is with the island's own airline as a circle connection with Perth and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands.

Should these island delights be appealing, please continue to discover what is offered!

Getting to Christmas Island
There are flights from both Perth, Jakarta and Singapore to Christmas Island. You can fly to Christmas Island from either Perth direct or through Cocos Islands as well as direct from Jakarta and Singapore.
Apart from yachts, there are no passenger sea voyages to Christmas Island.

From Perth - Australia
National Jet Services flights from Perth travel in a circle including the Cocos-Keeling Islands as well as direct to Christmas Island. If you wish to visit both destinations in the one trip, the airfare is the same, but you must check the schedule to make sure the flight directions suit your planned itinerary.
The days of departure from Perth and Christmas Island/Cocos Islands is Friday and Sunday. Please inquire further for the schedules.
An Apex fare (21 day advance purchase) is A$1098.00 adult return excluding airport taxes.
An Economy fare is A$1680 adult return excluding airport taxes.
Child- A$1126.00. Infant- A$168.00.
The baggage allowance on all flights is strictly 20kg per adult & child.

From Jakarta & Singapore
Christmas Island Community Airlines is run by volunteers for the benefit of Christmas Islanders. Visitors are warmly encouraged to use it. The plane is well service and reliable, however subject to delays of up to 24 hrs due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. Medical evacuations or rough weather). It travel from Jakarta on Thursday, Friday and Sundays each week and Singapore on Saturday. Flights from Singapore are dependent upon numbers (i.e. minimum of 12 passengers).
Please inquire further for the schedules.
Air fares from Jakarta are A$465.00 adult return excluding airport taxes. Child- A$360.00 Infant- A$50.00. From Singapore A$850.00 adult return excluding airport taxes. Child- A$665.00 Infant- A$83.00.
One-way flights are available, please inquire further.

Passengers are strongly advised to obtain travel insurance, which includes cover for delayed flights.
The baggage allowance on all flights is strictly 20kg per adult & child.

Accommodation
There are a number of accommodation outlets for the visitor to choose from- lodges, Bed & Breakfasts or Resort - whatever your style or budget.
Christmas Island also has an amazing range of food for a population so small. You could choose to have a Malaysian breakfast, Chinese Noodles for lunch & dine on local fish in the evening while enjoying the sun set over the Indian Ocean. A number of bars will also ensure a refreshing drink & the chance to meet some friendly locals.

CHRISTMAS ISLAND RESORT
Situated on the cliffs at Waterfall Bay offering spectacular views of the Indian Ocean. Beautifully appointed double & twin rooms, some suites available.

Fully serviced air-conditioned rooms	* Laundry service available
Large Bathrooms	* Meeting rooms available
CNN cable television	* Secretarial services
Mini Bar Fridge	* Barbecue facilities
Tea & coffee making facilities	* Fishing area/platform on Resort grounds
Free local telephone calls	* Snorkeling equipment, fishing rods, mountain bikes
Safe Deposit boxes	and golf clubs available.
Iron & ironing boards.

Room Rates:- A$120.00 per room per night. Includes continental breakfast and rooms serviced daily.

MANGO TREE LODGE
A very welcoming, cosy and stylish hotel overlooking the ocean and backed by rainforest. Ensuring privacy, quietness and tranquil surroundings, ideally situated in Settlement, it is within easy walking distance of the shops and restaurants. Your hosts, who reside on the premises, offer a personalised service with complimentary drink on arrival. The ocean view, large air-conditioned rooms with ceiling fans, each with an ensuite. Many features such as TV, radio/alarm clock, fully stocked bar fridge, complimentary tea/coffee making facilities & private balconies with comfortable furnishing that will ensure your stay is comfortable, relaxing & enjoyable.
All rooms are serviced daily. A la Carte cooked and continental breakfasts are available where you can dine on the open air veranda. A comfortable guest lounge and balcony area is also available with a TV, video and small library. Laundry service and/or laundry facilities available. This property features a garden barbecue and a new Jacuzzi in tropical garden setting. Your hosts will provide airport transfers if needed.

Room Rates: Single- A$100.00 Double- A$105.00 Twin Share- A$110.00 per room per night.

ROUNDABOUT ACCOMMODATION
A spacious refurbished apartment in one of Christmas Island's oldest historic buildings. It is within easy walking distance to Flying Fish Cove, the supermarket and other shops; swimming pool, bank, post office and restaurants. Short term self-catering accommodation for up to 4/6 people available. Centrally located near the Roundabout in Settlement.
The Roundabout accommodation offers 2 large air-conditioned rooms upstairs with one queen sized bed and up to 5 single beds. Downstairs rooms have ceiling fans. Fully equipped modern kitchen with stove, microwave oven & fridge. A sitting room with telephone (incoming and local calls), television, clock radio and double sofa bed. Bathroom with separate shower, 2 separate toilets, laundry with washing machine & ironing facilities.
Room Rates: A$100.00 per night for up to 2 people; A$20.00 per night for each extra person.

SUNSET RESORT
Relax and enjoy the sweeping ocean views as the sun sinks into the Indian Ocean. Centrally located, it's only a short stroll to shops and restaurants. This superb new accommodation boasts spacious, fully serviced, air-conditioned rooms, with king-size double beds or twin share. Each room includes private ensuite. Phone lines & internet access available.

• Each room has television, mini-bar, fridge, tea/coffee making facilities plus a peaceful outdoor setting.
• Adjoining rooms for families or groups available plus folder bed on request.
• Laundry with washer & dryer.
• Swimming Pool.

Room Rates:	Double or twin Oceanview - A$100.00 per night.
	Double or twin Gardenview and Poolview - A$90.00 per night.

Airport Transfers Return- Adult- A$10.00 Child- A$5.00 (3-12 years) Infant- free.
Early check-in fee (From Perth early Friday flight) - A$50.00

CAPTAIN'S LAST RESORT
Your balcony on the water's edge of Christmas Island overlooking the Indian Ocean is an idyllic location to help you get back to nature. Marvel at the many endemic species of land and sea birds fishing on your doorstep amongst the big schools of game fish.
The owners have gone that extra mile to make this place special. Fully self contained and brand new, Captain's Last Resort offers something different on Christmas Island. Private yet close to the newly developed Rocky Point complex situated in the centre of town.

You have the advantage of being able to walk to the shops and many of the Island's Restaurants/Bars - but with brand new kitchen and views you may just choose to dine at home.
Room Rates:- A$75.00 per night or A$435.00 per week.

4WD Island Tours, Car Hire & Places to Visit
If you love getting back to nature, you will love Christmas Island. Sixty three percent of Christmas Island's 135 square kilometers is National Park & the island's close proximity to South East Asia and the Equator has resulted in a diverse range of flora and fauna.
Undoubtedly, the most striking feature of the island's fauna is the crab life. The diversity and abundance of these creatures is overwhelming. The most prolific is the red crab-over 100 million of them- which migrate annually from the upper plateau to the shoreline to breed and spawn.
Exploring the National Park will take you to such places as the Dales Waterfall where you can enjoy a natural fresh water shower whilst enjoying views of the lush rainforest canopy which rises to a height of 50 metres, the spectacular blowholes which show off the awesome power of the Indian Ocean, Margaret Knoll which boasts magnificent views of the east coast- also a great vantage point to watch the island's rare birdlife or maybe enjoy a picnic at Martins Point and watch the sun set over the ocean. Dolly Beach is lined with 100's of coconut palms and consists of many rock pools that you can slink into & laze the day away.
Join a guided tour or hire a 4WD & explore on of the most unique ecosystems in the world yourself!

4WD ISLAND TOURS
Organised island tours with a multi-lingual tour guide to settled areas and the National Park places like Martin Point, Hugh's Waterfall at the Dales, Blowholes and Margaret Knoll. If you have particular requirements and wish to observe various aspects of the flora and fauna in more detail, tours can be made to suit your individual needs. All tours include pick-up and return to your accommodation, drinks are provided and the tour takes around 4 - 5 hours.

Minimum:- 4 people to operate.
Price:- Adult- A$50.00 p.p. Child- A$25.00 p.p. Infant- Free.

CAR HIRE
There are various car rental businesses on the Island to let you explore the island by yourself.
If you are planning to tour/sightsee around the Christmas Island National Park - it is advisable to hire a 4WD.
Vehicles can be delivered to the airport and returned there when you depart or else have them delivered to your accommodation.
Please inquire further for prices.

CHRISTMAS ISLAND PLACES TO VISIT

Flying Fish Cove
Adjacent to the port area and the main mooring sites, the cove is located at the base of the settlement and home to the Kampong (Malay for village) and the mosque.
The cove is suitable for both swimming and snorkelling, although it is advisable to wear reef shoes at all times to protect feet from sharp coral and stone fish. It offers a great shore dive and has some of the best diversity and abundance of tropical fish anywhere. The cove provides some of the most protected ocean swimming on the island. Also a great location to slow down to Christmas Island pace and join the locals watching the sun setting.
Buck House
Located just up the hill beyond Flying Fish Cove, this is the original home of the Administrator. The expansive gardens are used for community events and provide a good view overlooking Flying Fish Cove. A little way past Buck House there is an old gun and buildings that were used to defend the Cove in times of war.
The Grotto Track - suitable for 2WD.
Approximately 5 minutes drive from Settlement located just before the golf course. A mini cave with mix of sea and fresh water pool that is refreshing on hot days or a romantic spot with candles at night. The wave motion through narrow openings provides interesting sound effects.
Lily Beach Track - rough, but suitable for 2WD.
Lily Beach is a keyhole beach with cuts into sheer cliff on either side. There are large trees providing shade and it has a large sandy bottom rock pool, particularly suited to young children at low tide when it is calm, although big waves can crash through anytime and caution is required. Brown boobies nest on the cliffs overlooking the beach. When the seas are up Lily Beach is a spectacular place to watch the waves crashing into the cliffs.
Ethel Beach Track - rough, but just possible for 2WD.
A left turn along a rocky track at the bend just prior to Lily Beach.
There is a sandy channel at the eastern end of the beach that is good entry point for snorkelling when the water is calm. This part of the coast tends to be calmer during the wet season (October to April).
Greta Beach Track - 4WD needed.
Approximately 30 minutes drive from Settlement and then a short three minute walk into the beach through rainforest. This beach is a collection point for interesting flotsam and jetsam washed ashore and is home to thousands of tiny hermit crabs. There is a secluded rock pool at the end of the beach suitable for children when it is calm. This is a major site for crab spawning.

Dolly Beach Track - 4WD needed.
Dolly Beach is one of the prettiest and most secluded beaches on the island and is deserted much of the time. It is popular spot for camping amongst the locals, as it has fresh water and a flat area behind the beach. The car park is approximately a 30 minute drive from Settlement and walking time into the beach through the rainforest is approximately 45 minutes. There are shallow rock pools and a sandy beach surrounded by overhanging coconut palms.
Dolly Beach is the larger of the two beaches where marine turtles nest, the other being Greta Beach. Tracks of nesting adults and of emerging hatchlings can be seen amongst the drifted logs, coconuts and other debris.
Margaret Knoll Track - suitable for 2WD.
Located approximately 20 minutes drive from Settlement, on the plateau beyond the airport. There are great views along the east coast of the island from the look out where you can watch the birds gliding through the air or coming in to roost. Also good for seeing fruit bats (flying foxes) at dusk.

The Dales Track - 4WD needed.
The Dales are a series of inlets where fresh water streams have formed paths to the sea. The year round water means it is a good location for Blue Crabs and the tangled roots of towering trees.

Martin Point Track - 4WD needed.
Approximately 30 minutes drive from Settlement. There is a lookout and picnic area, particularly good for watching the sunset or seeing the power of the swelling waves. Also good for seeing Robber Crabs who are attracted by the smell of food and will climb up onto the lookout, but do not worry they will not bite!
Blowholes Track - 4WD needed.
Approximately 45 minutes drive from Settlement, located on the western side of the island. The Blowholes are a series of rock formations that hiss and spurt water when it is forced through from the ocean swell. There is a viewing platform for your safety, however we cannot guarantee that you will not get wet!!!
West White Beach Track - suitable for 2WD.Approximately 30 minutes drive from Settlement then a 45 min - 1 hour walk into the beach. This is a strenuous walk, with a short cliff descent (rope provided). Definitely not for small children and requires reasonable fitness. A secluded, long beach edged by a series of rockpools with a view across to the Settlement.

Winifred Beach Track - 4WD needed.
Approximately 45 minutes drive through rainforest and then 30 minute walk into the beach. Advisable to go at low tide. A beautiful beach suitable for snorkelling or just relaxing with a cool drink and some lunch.

Diving & Snorkelling
Christmas Island is the peak of an ancient volcano rising from the edge of the Java Trench, Indian Ocean's deepest point and is surrounded by a narrow reef that plunges into a bottomless abyss! Divers & snorkellers can explore this marine wonderland in the comfort of clear warm waters where Acropora & Plate corals play host to a wide & colourful variety of tropical species. Time can be spent in the shallows observing the many personalities of the reef's inhabitants while just metres away divers can experience some of the endless kilometres of spectacular wall diving. Christmas Island is the playground for pods of spinner dolphins that frequent the island year round and you may be lucky to come face to face with one of our most majestic visitors- the whaleshark. These gentle giants visit anytime between October & April and are very interactive with divers & snorkellers.

You'll also get to see the spectacular coastline where the forest meets the rugged cliffs and may even moor at a beach or in one of the caves (aptly named "Boat Cave"). Local dive charters work hard to ensure your safety & enjoyment. They will show you these untouched waters & cater for small groups so you will have the chance to see more fish than people, which is rare in such spectacular dive destinations. This amazing underwater environment is waiting to be explored!!

Indian Ocean Diving Academy.
The fully surveyed boat - Phoenix - is available for diving & snorkelling with dive guides. Dive Charters- Single & double boat-dives as well as snorkelling with drinks & lunch provided on the full day charters. You can also choose to do shore-dives & night-dives. The shop offers a well stocked retail section, tank fills, equipment hire & servicing as well as PADI SCUBA Courses from Open Water Diver to Dive Master.

PRICES:

BOAT DIVING	(Prices based on a minimum of 3 people) Max. 7 persons. Costs are based on per person rate & Gear Hire Not Included.
Double Boat Dives (6 hours)	2 guided dives with qualified divemaster, lunch and drinks between dives, cylinders, weightbelt. A$120.00 p.p.
Single Boat Dive (3 hours)	1 guided dive with qualified divemaster, drinks, cylinder, weightbelt. A$70.00 p.p.
Single Night Dive	1 guided dive with qualified divemaster, cylinder, weightbelt, drink, cyalume stick. A$80.00 p.p.
SHORE DIVING (Prices based on a minimum of 3 people)
Cove Area- Single Dive	1 guided dive with qualified divemaster, cylinder, weightbelt and drinks. A$35.00 p.p.
Cove Area- Double Dive	2 guided dives with qualified divemaster, cylinders, weightbelt, drinks and lunch. A$80.00 p.p.
Other Areas- Single Dive	A$50.00 p.p.
Other Areas- Double Dive	A$100.00 p.p.
Night Dive	1 guided night-dive with qualified divemaster, cylinder, weightbelt, drink, cyalume stick. A$50.00 p.p.

Special Note:-

• Divers must present an internationally recognised "Open Water Diver" Qualification
• It is recommended that they bring their dive logbook.
• Customers must sign a dive waiver form with the dive operator.

SNORKELLING & SIGHTSEEING CHARTER:
Scenic boat cruise and snorkelling - includes snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, and fins) drinks, & guide. Duration is 2 - - 3 hours departing the jetty at Flying Fish Cove.
Price:- A$50.00 per person with a minimum of 4 people to operate.

Fishing - Thrill of the Reel
On a world map of fishing locations Christmas Island will rate only a small dot however fish being caught here are making a big mark amongst the international fishing fraternity! Within a few hundred metres of the boat launching facilities it is possible to fish in 500 metres depth of water for Sailfish, Tuna Wahoo & all the other exciting species you usually find in exotic, tropical locations. Local fishing charters will provide tackle and expertise based on years of fishing in these waters. If you like fast & furious action on big fish in virtually untouched water, then you could catch the fish of a lifetime on Christmas Island!

SHOREFIRE CHARTERS:- Fishing charter specialists. "Pantai Berapi" is a 6.3m cuddy cab fully surveyed sports-fishing vessel. Everything supplied-world class tackle, lever drag reels & custom-built rods as well as staff with years of experience fishing Christmas Island.

Price:- A$280.00 per 4 hour boat charter with 1 - 4 people.

DETAILS AND PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.