Top 10 Nature & Parks in Christmas Island, Christmas Island

November 17, 2021 Velvet Mowry

Discover the best top things to do in Christmas Island, Australia including Margaret Knoll Lookout, Christmas Island National Park, Lily Beach, The Dales Hiking Trail, The Grotto, Dolly Beach, Greta Beach, Ethel Beach, Territory Day Park, National Park Bird Feeding.
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1. Margaret Knoll Lookout

Margaret Knoll Road, Christmas Island Australia +61 8 9164 8700 [email protected] http://parksaustralia.gov.au/christmas/do/walks/margaret-knoll
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Margaret Knoll Lookout

2. Christmas Island National Park

Christmas Island Australia +61 8 9164 8382 http://www.parksaustralia.gov.au/christmas/index.html
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4.5 based on 53 reviews

Christmas Island National Park

This national park covers over 60 percent of the island and encompasses a unique variety of flora & fauna.

Reviewed By K9784FVpaulb - Maylands, Australia

The park occupies 65%of the island so its one of the main reasons to come here... Firstly . The red crab migration although its everywhere on this island its best seen in the park and there is not many places to stay in the park itself.Swell Lodge is one..The immense amount of nature moving for the spawning at places like Merrial Beach are a sight to behold..literally crabs piled up 3 to 4 deep and on the floor ,walls and dropping down from above even making for crab waterfalls.The spawning is a highlight of the red crab migration.. Secondly the bird life is one of a kind..you will see plenty of red footed boobies in the low lying panadan palms on the cliffs sailing out to catch their fish and the observant frigate birds ready to intervene in their catch..Not to mention the golden bosun's and doves that make a nice sound in the jungle... Thirdly the scenery is amazing.. the volcanic sea mount that thrust this island up causes fresh water springs to appear in the Dale's you can shower under and drink the freshest of water..so natural...the many sea cliffs that are home to the birds and crabs... And not to mention the park staff who do an amazing job with the wildlife rehab like the reptile centres work at reintroducing endangered lizards back to the island and the rescue birds that may have struggled in their early years due to feather problems... All this and more awaits the intrepid visitors to what I can only describe is an absolute garden of Eden...we are so lucky to have this island as a gem for all of us to enjoy..

3. Lily Beach

Christmas Island Australia +61 8 9164 8700 [email protected] http://parksaustralia.gov.au/christmas/do/beaches/lily-beach
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Lily Beach

Reviewed By ronp1954 - Langford, Australia

Easy beach to get to with no walking required. Spectacular beach which locals advise is safe to swim at. However we were not too sure as it was a rough day with pretty big waves crashing in. Locals advise that the rock walls and the reef absorb most of the powder of the waves, and other tourists tell us they have safely swum there. As we were alone, we decided against it, but we certainly enjoyed the spectacular views

4. The Dales Hiking Trail

Kalgoorlie Road, Christmas Island 6798 Australia http://trailswa.com.au/trails/the-dales-christmas-island
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

The Dales Hiking Trail

Reviewed By Rainbows7 - Perth, Australia

We didn't get to visit Andersen's Dale. The tracks were not readily visible and we tried to follow the stream but met with natural roadblocks as recent rains had caused alot of overgrowth. You will see plenty of crabs - mainly blue, also red and robber crabs as you walk through the Dales area. Hugh's Dale is an easy boardwalk through the cool jungle, leading up towards the freshwater falls. You simply need to go under the falls for a refeshing shower after the hike up (...think Norsca ad; refreshing, cool, clean ????) Also from here are the beautiful views of the jungle, all the way to the ocean. Take some time to sit and reflect here. Also be prepared with the mosquito repellent!!

5. The Grotto

Golf Course Casino Road, Christmas Island 6798 Australia +61 8 9164 8382 http://www.christmas.net.au/experiences/places-of-interest.html
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

The Grotto

Reviewed By 165crwt - Singapore, Singapore

My hubby and I were with our 11yo, 7yo and 2yo. The walk to Grotto is short.. At first, I was skeptical about the short steep slope to get in but after getting in, the rest is history.. It is a piece of heaven on earth, it is very relaxing, calming and the crystal clear water is so cooling to be soak in.. It is a must-go. We went at considered high-tide but it is still safe for kids..

6. Dolly Beach

Christmas Island 6798 Australia +61 8 9164 8700 [email protected] http://parksaustralia.gov.au/christmas/do/beaches/dolly-beach
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4.0 based on 22 reviews

Dolly Beach

Reviewed By 973roxannew - Christmas Island, Australia

White sandy beach with coconut tree backdrop and best place on Island to see our famous robber crabs. Spectacular walk through the jungle to this hidden gem. Stay at Island Time Guest Room and we can offer tour.

7. Greta Beach

Via North South Baseline, Christmas Island Australia +61 8 9164 8700 [email protected] http://parksaustralia.gov.au/christmas/do/beaches/greta-beach
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4.0 based on 10 reviews

Greta Beach

Reviewed By Rainbows7 - Perth, Australia

A stunning picturesque beach of rock cliffs and stacks shaped by the rough big swells (at the time we went) A little too rough for a swim but certainly dip your feet in the waters, just be careful not to get carried away by the strong currents. There was a recent beach clean, so we didn't see too much scattered debris. We saw turtle nesting tracks and plenty of hermit crabs doing their hermit things. I could have stayed here the whole day! Access is by 4WD and a short boardwalk before reaching very steep steps. Make sure you're hands free going down and to look up and around and admire the cliffs that backdrop this lovely beach.

8. Ethel Beach

Lily Beach Road, Christmas Island Australia
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4.0 based on 10 reviews

Ethel Beach

Reviewed By CasFromOz - Perth, Australia

We visited Ethel on a number of occasions and marvelled at the diversity of the underwater life. Just be mindful of the waves coming back over the reef as they can hurt!

9. Territory Day Park

Nursery Ct, Christmas Island Australia http://parksaustralia.gov.au/christmas/do/walks/territory-day-park/
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4.0 based on 3 reviews

Territory Day Park

10. National Park Bird Feeding

Nursery Rd, Christmas Island 6798 Australia +61 8 9164 8382 [email protected] http://www.christmas.net.au/plan-your-trip/all-tours-2/day-tours/national-park-bird-feeding/
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4.0 based on 4 reviews

National Park Bird Feeding

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