Neds Beach, Lord Howe Island

Tourism Australia's Best Beach 2020, No. 14.

This Pacific Ocean paradise offers a real detox nature escape with glorious beaches, towering basalt mountains and forests of kentia palms.

“Everyone loves an island and this haven 750kms north-east from Sydney is world class on every level. With its towering basalt mountains and forests of kentia palms, this Pacific Ocean paradise offers a real detox nature escape. The best of its 15 interspersed beaches is the semi-circular bay of Neds Beach on the island's north-east corner, with a fringing coral reef that offers superb condition for swimming, snorkelling, hand-feeding fish or surfing. Apart from the ongoing search for a chest of treasure buried in 1830, the fortunate visitor will find most of the pleasures are truly scattered all over this jewelled World Heritage listed island, among coves, tranquil lagoons, rich forests and incredible mountains trails. The island's well managed ecosystems are so valued, the numbers of tourists at any one time is capped. Golf clubs optional but leave everything behind including the kid's or company's digital devices.”

⚠️ Ocean conditions can change quickly and rips can form even on calm days. Only swim at patrolled beaches, and supervise children at all times.