Joanna James
Mackay is fast becoming an exciting place to travel to, witnessed by the rise in the number of tourists from all over the world. Here is a list of some of the most exciting and fun things to do in Mackay.
The infamous crystal clears waters of the Eungella National Park attracts these shy and cute little creatures. The park is a mere 90-minute drive to the west of Mackay, whether it's dawn or dusk, you can observe the platypuses that feed and frolic in the water, all from the dedicated viewing platforms available here.
If you need a photograph that all your friends on Instagram would be full of envy over, it has to be this. When you're at the Cape Hillsborough National Park, you can take a picture of the changing colours in the sky during sunrise. And the best part is that you might also find a kangaroo in your picture. You will not find a more perfect place where kangaroos happily jump about, all across the beach, chilling out, nibbling and posing for everyone's photos. If you're searching for a great hotel in Mackay, there are so many amazing options to choose from, like Oaks Rivermarque for example.
If you're someone who's on a 'No Sugar' kind of life, this is probably not the place to be. Mackay is a region that produces over one-third of Australia's sugar supply. It is called the sugar capital of Australia for this very reason. When you're here the Sabrina Sugar Shed is an awesome place to check out. It's kind of the like the Willy Wonka tour of sugar. You'll go on an interactive journey as you learn both the history and the production details of the sugar in the region. An interesting thing to note is that is also the only distillery in all of Australia, where they produce their own molasses and massecuite. Which means that you cannot pass the opportunity to try a sample. From delicious schnapps, ginger beer, liqueurs and various gourmet sauces, it's a definite highlight when you visit. The fairy floss, local ice-cream and their rum are available for purchase if you want to say that you truly lived a good life.
If you're looking for an activity that is fun and adventurous, fishing is the way to go. Mackay boasts some of the best spots for fishing in all of Australia. Here you'll find many commercial fishing boats that run daily from the marina. You can easily join as a part of a fishing group and head out for the day. You'll be able to catch a variety of fish like mackerel, jewfish or even bream. If it's a whiting, flathead or smaller beam that you're looking for, head down over to the Pioneer River where you can simply sit back, draw a line and relax. It's also completely free.
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