Seventeen Seventy

This tropical coastal getaway is the ideal location for you to relax, explore and unwind. Located on Queensland’s Discovery Coast, Seventeen Seventy (1770) can best be described as Byron Bay twenty years ago. The town of Seventeen Seventy (1770) is well known for its laid-back and easy going way of life as is it's sister town Agnes Water.

Known as the “birthplace of Queensland,” Seventeen Seventy was the location that Captain James Cook first set foot in Australia, in May 1770, hence the name!

Seventeen Seventy is the very last place in which Australia’s east surf coast collides into the Great Barrier Reef, which means there is an endless choice of surfing, Great Barrier Reef tours to Lady Musgrave Island and other marine experiences.

Top things to do: 

• Go on a kayak tour along the main beach at sunset.
• Take a boat tour to Lady Musgrave Island, snorkel or scuba dive the untouched reefs. 
• Take a scenic flight and snorkelling tour at Lady Elliot Island.
• Explore the surrounding islands and go on a camping tour to Middle Island. 
• Private charter snorkel tour to Lady Musgrave Island
• Take a tour to the historic Bustard Head Lighthouse. 
• Jump onboard the Lark to Middle Island.
• Charter a boat for a fishing tour and snorkel tour all in one day
• Take a 1 day island tour and go sand boarding, kayaking and a ride on the Aqua Duck
• Ride a Harley Davidson scooter whilst spotting for Kangaroos.
• Private charter boat to explore the reefs and rivers of Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy
• If you enjoy hiking thru National Parks, get a group together with a private guided tour 
• Enjoy a drink at one of the many beachfront eateries as you experience Queensland’s best sunset.

Regardless of what kind of accommodation you are seeking, the town of 1770 (Seventeen Seventy) offers everything from backpacker hostels, camping sites, motels and luxurious resorts. 

Other great locations to visit on the Great Barrier Reef are Hervey Bay for whale watching and the Whitsundays for sailing holidays, luxury charter boats and day tours to Whitehaven Beach and Heart Reef.