Lord Howe Island is a World Heritage-listed paradise located 660 kilometres off the north coast of New South Wales and less than two hours’ flight from Brisbane or Sydney.
At any one time, you’ll be one of only 400 visitors on Lord Howe Island. Relaxed and unhurried, this island is best explored on bicycle or foot.
World Heritage listed for its outstanding natural beauty, remarkable geology and rare collection of birds, plants and marine life, Lord Howe is surrounded by the world’s southernmost coral reef. The pristine waters form Lord Howe Island Marine Park, one of the largest in New South Wales.
Enjoy scuba diving, snorkelling, surfing, kayaking and fishing. Or explore walking tracks and Lord Howe’s 64 unique species of flowering plants and seabird colonies.
A wide range of accommodation styles, sumptuous spa treatments, beautiful hotels and great dining make Lord Howe Island the perfect getaway.
Quick Facts
Lord Howe Island is an Urban Location area within the local government area of Lord Howe Area in New South Wales, it is located approximately 780kms from the capital Sydney and extends over an area of 16.292 square kilometres. Lord Howe Island has a recorded population of 382 residents and is within the Australian Eastern Daylight Time zone Australia/Sydney.
If you are planning a visit to Lord Howe Island we’ve put together some of the things you can see or do while you are here. These include, places to stay, tours and attractions, some upcoming events and places where you can grab a meal. Go ahead, try one of the buttons above. Every destination has something worth seeing so start exploring… If you know Lord Howe Island and think we’ve missed something, let us know and we’ll share it here.