Norfolk Island

[MicCanberra]

17 minutes ago, Thecat123 said:

For those who havent been to Norfolk before one wants to do the half day island tour as early as possible to get an idea of the layout of the island and see what is there then go exploring on your own

We had ours on the day we arrived

[MicCanberra]

1 minute ago, qbay46 said:

I'm looking at going for the first time in a few months time, looking for accommodations that includes a car, any suggestions thanks.

Try Channers, they have the packages, apartments, car and flights, also handily located if you want to walk but far enough out for quiet.

[qbay46]

7 minutes ago, MicCanberra said:

Try Channers, they have the packages, apartments, car and flights, also handily located if you want to walk but far enough out for quiet.

Thanks i will have a look

[MMDown Under]

23 minutes ago, qbay46 said:

I'm looking at going for the first time in a few months time, looking for accommodations that includes a car, any suggestions thanks.

Most Accommodation options inc a car and insurance (unique to Norfolk Is).

[cruisine21]

8 minutes ago, MMDown Under said:

Most Accommodation options inc a car and insurance (unique to Norfolk Is).

That’s a real bonus

[Ozwoody]

12 hours ago, cruisine21 said:

That’s a real bonus

Yes everyone we know who has been to NI, have had a car offered if they required it, and definitely get one, you can get up and go when ever you like. out to meals at night, shopping trips etc.

However if you can't drive for some reason, the resorts and the tour operators will pick you up from the major accommodation places.

 

[norfolk53golf]

Interested to read all of these posts. I am a Norfolk Islander of Pitcairn descent born and schooled on Norfolk. Have come home and lived on Island since 2000 so if anyone has any questions just ask away. Freddie Wongs, the Chinese restaurant is now takeaway only big there are other choices now. Bowling club, Leagues Club and RSL all offer meals.!Jolly Roger restaurant closed years ago and has been converted to a private residence. Black Anchor bar is across the road from the Westpac bank which is now closed. There  is a Lounge Bar next to Fish and chip shop.

[norfolk53golf]

Excellent snorkeling at Emily Bay, Slaughter Bay, Cemetary Beach and Bumboras.

[MMDown Under]

6 minutes ago, norfolk53golf said:

Interested to read all of these posts. I am a Norfolk Islander of Pitcairn descent born and schooled on Norfolk. Have come home and lived on Island since 2000 so if anyone has any questions just ask away. Freddie Wongs, the Chinese restaurant is now takeaway only big there are other choices now. Bowling club, Leagues Club and RSL all offer meals.!Jolly Roger restaurant closed years ago and has been converted to a private residence. Black Anchor bar is across the road from the Westpac bank which is now closed. There  is a Lounge Bar next to Fish and chip shop.

Thank you for the information.  

Is Norfolk Island open to cruise ships?

Which airlines fly to Norfolk Island?  Do small planes fly between Norfolk Island and Lord Howe Island, both beautiful islands?

[bazzaw]

On 4/27/2022 at 2:18 PM, NumnuT_OZ said:

Never been to Norfolk either, but looking at satellite image, doesn't seem like there are many beaches?

 

is there any decent snorkelling from beaches on the island?

Craig

 

 

Not many beaches on the Island - don't know about snorkelling but I don't think there is much coral around the island. Most of the "waterfrontage" is cliff faces  , falling away to fathomless depths. Their rubbish dump consists of a bulldozer - which pushes everything and anything over the cliff into the deep blue sea - never to be seen again - after they burn it of course. 

[bazzaw]

IMO - a car is essential on the island - as is a pair of good legs. 

[NSWP]

42 minutes ago, norfolk53golf said:

Interested to read all of these posts. I am a Norfolk Islander of Pitcairn descent born and schooled on Norfolk. Have come home and lived on Island since 2000 so if anyone has any questions just ask away. Freddie Wongs, the Chinese restaurant is now takeaway only big there are other choices now. Bowling club, Leagues Club and RSL all offer meals.!Jolly Roger restaurant closed years ago and has been converted to a private residence. Black Anchor bar is across the road from the Westpac bank which is now closed. There  is a Lounge Bar next to Fish and chip shop.

Interesting new, we were there in 2005, time the Bali bombing happened, stayed at the new Governors Resort which was great.

With all due respect do thee wear this attire these days?🤣

Edited July 5, 2022 by NSWP

[norfolk53golf]

26 minutes ago, NSWP said:

Interesting new, we were there in 2005, time the Bali bombing happened, stayed at the new Governors Resort which was great.

With all due respect do thee wear this attire these days?🤣

No, only visitors who go to the Night as a Convict and it’s white with black broad arrow. We wouldn’t be seen dead in them. : )

[norfolk53golf]

1 hour ago, MMDown Under said:

Thank you for the information.  

Is Norfolk Island open to cruise ships?

Which airlines fly to Norfolk Island?  Do small planes fly between Norfolk Island and Lord Howe Island, both beautiful islands?

 

[norfolk53golf]

Just now, norfolk53golf said:

 

QANTAS fly in 3 days from Sydney and 3 days from Brisbane. No flights between us and Lord Howe. Air Chathams is commencing a weekly flight to New Zealand from September1. Yes we are open to cruise ships big have had none yet. There is one scheduled for later in the year.

[norfolk53golf]

42 minutes ago, bazzaw said:

Not many beaches on the Island - don't know about snorkelling but I don't think there is much coral around the island. Most of the "waterfrontage" is cliff faces  , falling away to fathomless depths. Their rubbish dump consists of a bulldozer - which pushes everything and anything over the cliff into the deep blue sea - never to be seen again - after they burn it of course. 

We have 5 beaches, Emily Bay, Slaughter Bay, Cemetary beach, Bumboras and Anson Bay. Emily and slaughter are exceptionally safe for kids. Plenty of coral, especially at Emily and Slaughter and Cemetary. Great snorkeling and 2 glass bottom boats operate. We have a waste management Centre and most unrecyclable is sent away. We no longer burn and push into the sea.

[NSWP]

48 minutes ago, norfolk53golf said:

No, only visitors who go to the Night as a Convict and it’s white with black broad arrow. We wouldn’t be seen dead in them. : )

Did the convict night, wore the suit…great time.

Edited July 5, 2022 by NSWP

[lyndarra]

1 hour ago, NSWP said:

Interesting new, we were there in 2005, time the Bali bombing happened, stayed at the new Governors Resort which was great.

With all due respect do thee wear this attire these days?🤣

Only if they're Tigers supporters.😁

Edited July 5, 2022 by lyndarra

[NSWP]

3 minutes ago, lyndarra said:

Only Tigers supporters.😁

And these…lol.

[NSWP]

Fish fry, progressive dinner to islanders homes, cocktails on the cliffs, sound and light show, all musts on NI.

[Tripmode33]

Love Norfolk Island. We've been seven times, most recently in February this year. The natural beauty is what attracts us. Swimming in Emily Bay and snorkeling in Slaughter Bay daily are our favourites. Since the increase in Irukandji in Queensland, we no longer swim in Qld beaches north of Sunshine coast (except our favourite beach - Lake McKenzie on Fraser Island). So Norfolk Island is our annual get-away. Much prefer Norfolk Island for safe swimming and snorkeling than Lord Howe Island (as mentioned by others, there's an outlying reef protecting Emily and Slaughter Bays). Water temperature best December to April.

We always stay 7 or 10 days and always in accommodation with full kitchen as love to self cater. Suggest taking own foodstuffs if space permits. Gluten free bread can be ordered a day ahead at bakery next to supermarket if needed.

If first time visitor, suggest buying a museum pass for the historic Kingston area. Much more history than just convicts. Lovely walks of all levels also available around the island.

A very special part of Australia!

[MMDown Under]

11 hours ago, Tripmode33 said:

Love Norfolk Island. We've been seven times, most recently in February this year. The natural beauty is what attracts us. Swimming in Emily Bay and snorkeling in Slaughter Bay daily are our favourites. Since the increase in Irukandji in Queensland, we no longer swim in Qld beaches north of Sunshine coast (except our favourite beach - Lake McKenzie on Fraser Island). So Norfolk Island is our annual get-away. Much prefer Norfolk Island for safe swimming and snorkeling than Lord Howe Island (as mentioned by others, there's an outlying reef protecting Emily and Slaughter Bays). Water temperature best December to April.

We always stay 7 or 10 days and always in accommodation with full kitchen as love to self cater. Suggest taking own foodstuffs if space permits. Gluten free bread can be ordered a day ahead at bakery next to supermarket if needed.

If first time visitor, suggest buying a museum pass for the historic Kingston area. Much more history than just convicts. Lovely walks of all levels also available around the island.

A very special part of Australia!

Thank you for sharing.  I enjoyed holidaying there once, with island activities arranged for every day.  I always planned to return to enjoy independent exploration of this beautiful island, from self contained accommodation. 

[benjoon]

It's wonderful reading all about Norfolk Island as we fly into Brisbane tonight (if Qantas doesn't cancel us) and fly to Norfolk tomorrow.

 

We are really looking forward to our time there. We have a few activities organised as we are the for Christmas in July.

 

We will have a car to explore as much as we can in 7 days.

[MMDown Under]

1 hour ago, benjoon said:

It's wonderful reading all about Norfolk Island as we fly into Brisbane tonight (if Qantas doesn't cancel us) and fly to Norfolk tomorrow.

 

We are really looking forward to our time there. We have a few activities organised as we are the for Christmas in July.

 

We will have a car to explore as much as we can in 7 days.

Have a wonderful holiday on Norfolk Island.  I hope your flight doesn't get cancelled.

[benjoon]

3 hours ago, MMDown Under said:

Have a wonderful holiday on Norfolk Island.  I hope your flight doesn't get cancelled.

So far so good. Our flight to Brisbane seems to be going on time. Checked in at a Perth airport and it’s very quiet.