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Michaelmas and Upolo Cays National Park
Cairns, Cairns Area

Free Entry - Entry Information

13 0013 0372
csc@epa.qld.gov.au
www.derm.qld.gov.au/parks/michaelmas-upolu-cays/index.html

Description

Part of Michaelmas and Upolo Cays National Park, Michaelmas Cay is one of the most important seabird breeding sites on the Great Barrier Reef. Michaelmas Cay is a small, low sand cay, covered by grasses and low-growing plants. Upolu Cay is a low, unvegetated sand cay. From the beach access area on Michaelmas Cay, watch seabirds nesting and tending their young without disturbing them. Marvel at the sight of up to 30,000 seabirds occupying the cay at peak nesting periods during summer. Look for sooty terns, common noddies and crested terns. Admire huge flocks of seabirds filling the sky. Go snorkelling to explore the surrounding reefs. Public moorings are provided.

Property Details

Facilities

  • Access With Assistance for the Disabled
  • Public toilet
  • Viewing Platform

Activities

  • Animal Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Walking

Other Information

Children:
Children are welcome.

How To Get There:
40 kilometres north-east of Cairns. Go by charter, private boat or tour operator vessel. Access to Michaelmas Cay is restricted to a roped-off section of the beach and allowed only between 9.30 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.


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Michaelmas and Upolo Cays National Park - Print Brochure
Michaelmas and Upolo Cays National Park
Map of Michaelmas and Upolo Cays National Park
Michaelmas and Upolo Cays National and Marine Park
Cairns
Queensland 4870 Australia

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