Where you will find a beach that goes on seemingly forever, curving around the coastline… discover beaches with no one else on them... pristine national parks to explore...discover nesting turtles and migrating whales... the Great Barrier Reef... a seaside haven without the traffic jams, where the emphasis is on nature and the pace is ready-made to relax. In the Town of 1770 and Agnes Water, where the sun rises and sets over water, you'll find the ideal place to escape.
Take a look at our extensive list below of things to keep you busy. Also, please visit the Agnes Water 1770 official website.
Things to do and places to stay
Water Activities
Land Activities
Accommodation:
Luxury
Budget/Family
Backpackers
Camping
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1770 Seaquest
Escape the crowds and discover the Fitzroy Reef Lagon with 1770 Seaquest. Made for comfort, this luxury catamaran is air conditioned and has room for 125 passengers but they limit numbers to 70. 1770 Seaquest has been custom fit with a snorkel deck leading down into the reef and glass bottom kayaks are available. Partake in an eco friendly day of snorkeling and sunshine.
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Photo: Cedric Schmidt, 1770 Images
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Spirit of 1770
Visit
Lady Musgrave Island and a coral lagoon for a full daytrip or have a
“back to nature” experience and camp on the island. The Spirit of 1770
catamaran will take you there in absolute comfort. An experience the
whole family will enjoy which includes, snorkeling, glass bottom boat
for viewing the reef, the option of reef fishing, a tour of the island
and a mouth watering buffet lunch.
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Photo: Cedric Schmidt, 1770 Images
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The LARC
The LARC is an award winning eco tour that travels along the coastline of
Eurimbula National Park, through Bustard Bay and four tidal creeks, to
the Bustard Head Lighthouse on it’s full day Paradise Tour. The pink
amphibious vehicle also takes in a sunset tour allowing you to
experience the peaceful solitude and changing moods of our tropical
paradise.
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1770 Liquid Adventures
Opposite the legendary Tree Bar, you’ll find 1770 Liquid Adventures’
equipment for hire. The kayaks and mini catamarans are available to
hire out independently or you can take part in a customised tour that
could include kayak surfing or a 4wd & kayak tour through one of
the national parks. You’ll need to call Luke to book: 0428 956 630.
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Photo: Cedric Schmidt, 1770 Images
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1770 Reef Explorers
Intimate reef tour, no more than 11 people, the freedom to “go WHERE we
want, WHEN we want”. Seeing another boat is rare. A unique experience
guaranteed whilst visiting several different locations on the reef.
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Hooked on 1770 Adventure Tours
Many deep water reef areas within 15 nautical miles of 1770 are prime
fishing grounds. Half day, full day or private charters available. Try
your luck.
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Thundercat 1770
Whether
you like to fly by the seat of your pants or prefer a slower ride,
Thundercat 1770 can deliver. The White Water Explorer is designed to
get you wet and you’ll have a wild time on the open ocean with high
chances of seeing some of the local marine life. Then there’s the
Wilderness River Runner which will take you through calmer waters so
you can take in the amazing flora and fauna that are abundant in this
area. The custom made inflatable racing crafts are designed for speed
and comfort. Call (07) 4974 9772 to book.
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Photo: Cedric Schmidt, 1770 Images
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Reef2Beach Surf Lessons
Surf lessons take place every day of the year except Christmas Day.
Rock on up to the surf shop by 10am and put your name on the list,
simple as that. Lessons go for an hour with a professional surf coach.
Afterwards you can hire a board and practice all day if you’re on a
roll.
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Image: Cedric Schmidt, 1770 Images
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Kite Surf 1770
Kite Surf 1770 is the first kitesurfing teaching school in town, offering to keen
participants any level of kitesurfing lessons, tours, packages, hires
& sales using the latest equipment and fast learning techniques.
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Dive 1770
Scuba Dive the Southern Great Barrier Reef with Dive 1770, visit
Fitzroy Reef or Lady Musgrave Island! Enjoy diving on some of the most
pristine coral reefs in the world.
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1770 Undersea Adventures
Whether you're new to diving or an old hand, 1770 Undersea Adventures caters to all, even snorkellers! They visit some of the most beautiful and untouched areas of the Great Barrier Reef. Wreck diving is also available. Come aboard!
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Land Activities (back to top)
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Photo: Cedric Schmidt, 1770 Images
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Scooteroo
Up
for some adventure? Why not jump on a chopper style 50cc scooter for
an exhilarating 60km ride, spotting wallabies and kangaroos in their
natural habitats along the way. Your Scooteroo
tour will stop at the Town of 1770 to take in the glorious sunset over
Bustard Bay. Very popular with all ages, Scooteroo provide all safety
equipment so you return to base safe and sound.
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1770 Bowls Club
The
members of the 1770 Bowls Club welcome visitors with open arms. How
about a fun afternoon on the green with some funny shaped balls and a
couple of beverages to quench the thirst? Open Tuesday, Saturday and
Sunday at 12:30pm for a 1:00pm start. Free coaching available, licensed
bar. Captain Cook Drive, you can't miss it.
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1770 Golf Course
1770 Golf Course
and driving range. Maybe golf is your thing. You’ll enjoy 9 holes (34
par) over 68 acres of greens built to PGA standard. The course is
surrounded by natural bushland which is home to native wildlife.
There’s also a 250m driving range. Drop in for a game or a hit, no
bookings necessary.
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Discovery Coast Tourism & Commerce
Are you a local business interested in becoming involved within the local community? Join us at the Discovery Coast Chamber of Commerce.
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Accommodation in Agnes Water / 1770Luxury(back to top)
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Agnes Water Beach Club
The Beach Club is located a couple of minutes stroll to the beach, shops and restaurants. The complex consists of 36 stylish two bedroom apartments complete with all the luxuries you desire when on holidays.
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Photo: Cedric Schmidt, 1770 Images
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Edge on Beaches
Edge on Beaches offer luxury, resort style accommodation at affordable prices. The self contained villas are only 300m from the beach. Or you can simply relax around one of four resort pools within the complex.
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Mantra Pavillions Mirage on 1770
Mantra Pavillions is located directly opposite the beachfront and offers one, two and three bedroom self contained luxury apartments including a full kitchen, spa and private balcony/courtyard with BBQ facilities.
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Photo: Cedric Schmidt, 1770 Images
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Sandcastles 1770
Sandcastles 1770 offers a few options of accommodation. You have the choice of a short stop over in their new, air conditioned motel suite’s which sleep up to 4 adults or a longer stay in their luxuriously furnished, fully self contained, studio or 1-6 bedroom Beach Home Apartments. Sandcastles is a very short walk to the beach.
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Family(back to top)
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Photo: Cedric Schmidt, 1770 Images
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Agnes Palms Beachside Apartments
Agnes
Palms offers affordable, family holiday accommodation (apartments and
motel units) in a tropical setting only a few minutes walk to the
beach. The apartments have their own private garden overlooking the
shady, tropical parkland.
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