
Perfect Tour Conditions This Week!
If your looking for a good excuse to getaway for an epic adventure now is the time! Light winds, excellent visibility, sunshine and a National

Humpback Whale Migration along the East Coast of Australia
Humpback whales make their presence known along Australia’s east coast every year, between April and November, as they migrate to go mate and give birth after a summer of feasting on krill in the Antarctic. This makes for a unique opportunity for residents of the surrounding coastal towns and visitors all across Australia. A one-of-a-kind whale-watching where tens of thousands pass by, many within plain sight!
Migrating Whales Big In Numbers Early
Over the last 6 years of operation i can definitely say that there is a significant increase in whale numbers passing Double Island. I remember

The history of Stand Up Paddling
Nowadays, most of us enjoy Stand Up Paddling, but when did this trend start? And what made it so famous to begin with? You may be shocked, but Stand Up Paddling has been around for millennia. In fact, the first people that started using Stand Up Paddle boards were the Peruvian fishermen who had to rely on this paddling for a very long time. They had rudimentary boats at that point to help them catch fish and bring it back home.

Mind Surfing
We all know these moments in your day. When you glance social media on your phone during lunch break seeing a delicious Nias drainer spiralling down the line with all the correct ocean colours in perfect symmetry and the back ground palms looking majestic, or whilst awaiting your coffee order to be processed gazing at the artwork on the wall by the local kneeboarder depicting your main break firing on all cylinders with nothing but drooling barrels wrapping along the bank, maybe you’ve experienced it this good once or twice over the years but the fire still burns within to surf it in that perfect form.

How to prepare for your next surf holiday to Double Island Point!
It’s nice to be able to get out and catch beginner waves with a brand new view, especially if you’re traveling with friends. Heading to a new location for a surf holiday can be fun, but it always pays to come prepared whenever you’re visiting a place you’ve never been before. We’ve got you covered with a handy guide to help you plan ahead and live your holiday to its fullest!

Sea turtles of Queensland, Australia
Residents of Queensland are fortunate to have such a rich sea life right at their doorsteps. In fact, six of the seven marine turtle species of the world make their homes in Queensland. While the leatherback only visits during the winter, the remaining five stay their entire lives here. Since there is so much to learn about the differences between these beautiful creatures, we’ll cover three of the most prominent.

Benefits of Surf Lessons
Ever thought of taking surf lessons in your holiday? Surf lessons are a true delight, as you get to be active, social, close to nature,

How dolphins communicate (and why you should leave your jet ski home!)
Unlike other sea creatures, Dolphins have their own societal structure, and they do communicate with one another. It’s unlike anything you see in the animal

Rhys, Our Surf Instructor
Rhys Smith, our surf instructor, will be competing in world qualifying events this year. He went to the junior series for five years and signed
It’s been a good summer
“Our tans will fade, but our memories will last forever” The summer holidays have officially finished in Queensland. What a great summer has it been!

To take or not to take your surfboard?
The majority of our surf clients joining us to Double Island Point come to us as surfing beginners who want to try out something new,