Christmas Islands

With its deserted sandy and shell beaches where the only footprints are those made by nesting turtles, intriguing rock pools, unique ecosystems with myriad flocks of endemic birds and abundance of wildlife, crystal-clear waters teeming with colorful marine life, picturesque views, as well as a choice of accommodation outlets ranging from Boutique Hotel to lodge style accommodation, Christmas Island offers a delightful experience away from the fog and fumes of the city. Ideal for nature lovers who love to explore the nature at its best, water sports enthusiasts and adventure seekers, Christmas Islands offer a wide range of attractions and activities to enhance your onshore and offshore experience.

Geographically located in southeastern Asia, 115 miles north of the equator Christmas is an island in the heart of the Indian Ocean, covering a total area of 135 sq km. Also known as Kiribati, Christmas Island is the largest atoll in the Pacific. It is a summit of a submarine mountain, rising to a central plateau dominated by rainforest. Almost two-thirds of the island has been declared a national park, sheltering a limited and highly distinctive native fauna. Christmas Island enjoys a tropical monsoonal climate with temperatures hovering between 21°C and 32°C.

The island boasts rich flora and fauna, which is a result of being close to the South-East Asia and the equator. There are over 200 species of flowering plants on the island of which 16 are endemic, found only on Christmas Island, as well as 25 species of trees that dominate the forest, including orchids, ferns and vines. The land crabs and sea birds are perhaps the most noticeable animals on the island. You can find 50-100 million endemic Red Crabs in Christmas Island that once per year migrate to the sea to lay their eggs, on the way blocking the roads and paths and during this period many tourists and experts from different parts of the world come to observe.

Although Christmas Island is small in size and look like a dot on the world map, it still has a lot to offer any visitor from heritage and nature trails to visiting flying fish cove to diving and snorkeling adventures. All the attractions in Christmas are worth to pay a visit. The must see attractions include: the Grotto, a small coastal cave with mix of sea and fresh water pool, featuring a romantic spot with candles at night, the unusual Hugh's Dale Waterfall, one of the highlights of the islands, where tourists often take a bath under falling streams of clean, cool and drinkable water, Christmas Island National Park, offering to embrace the island's wondrous beauty combined with a variety of island's flora and fauna, Flying Fish Cove, which is reachable through a yacht boasting loads of recreational activities, like swimming, scuba diving, canoeing, snorkeling and much more. Activities you can indulge in include nature walking, bird watching, scuba diving, fishing, taking part in the Dolly Beach Jungle tour and others.