Mission Beach comprises four villages: South Mission, Wongaling, Mission Beach and Bingil Bay.
• Each village offers warm tropical weather, rainforest and ocean views.
• Begin your visit at the local visitor centre for maps and advice.
• Use our notes below for tried-and-tested favourites.
• Launch small vessels at the protected boat ramp at Clump Point (north of Mission Beach). Parking and wash-down facilities are available.
• For calm-water boating or fishing, use the sheltered ramp at South Mission Beach; check tides and weather before heading out.
• Join local charter operators for day trips to Dunk Island or the Family islands, with snorkeling and beach picnics.
• Mission Beach Water Taxi runs regular transfers to Dunk Island from Wongaling Beach – book ahead in peak season.
• Mad Pizza: Open Wednesdays to Sunday for local pizza.
• Laundro Lounge: Pizzas and coffee; open late with self‑serve laundromat.
• The Garage Bar & Brewhouse: Craft beers and woodfired pizzas; our pick of pizza in town.
• Mission Beach Tavern: Pub‑style meals and sports bar.
• The Chippy: Fresh fish and chips.
• The Elandra: Fine dining with a view that goes on forever; bookings recommended.
• Bingle Bay Cafe: Good coffee, breakfast, lunch and dinner
Nearby country pubs: King Reef Resort (Kurramine Beach), Hotel Tully and El Arish Tavern (all are about 20 to 30 minutes’ drive).
• Dunk Island Spit Restaurant: Open Thursday to Sunday, 11 am to 4 pm; accessible via ferry or water taxi
• Mission Beach Mini Mart: Daily essentials, coffee, snacks and alcohol; open from early morning.
• Woolworths at Wongaling Beach: Full supermarket for groceries (closed on Sundays).
• For more variety, visit IGA in Tully (20-30 minutes' drive) or supermarkets, K-Mart and variety stores in Innisfail (45 minutes’ drive).
• Mission Beach Post Office & Newsagent: Mail services, stationery, magazines and souvenirs.
• Bottleshops: Mission Beach Tavern and BWS at Wongaling Beach.
• Mission Beach Chemist: Local pharmacy for prescriptions and over‑the‑counter medications and basic toiletries.
• Kennedy Walking Track – A 4 km coastal trail with gentle inclines and spectacular views of rocky headlands, rainforest and reefs.
• Shared path between Mission Beach and South Mission Beach – Paved trail ideal for walking or cycling along the shoreline.
• Lacey Creek Circuit – Short 1.2 km rainforest loop (45 minutes) with picnic area, BBQ and toilets; keep an eye out for cassowaries.
• Lugger Bay Lookout & Hull River extension – Walk from Lugger Bay to a lookout (3 km each way) with optional extension to the Hull River for quiet beaches and views.
• Mission Link – Bus and transfer services between Mission Beach, Cairns, and surrounding areas (missionlink.com.au).
• Mission Beach Adventures – Land and water taxi options.
• Cassowary Coaster – Hop-on-hop-off‑style transport around Mission Beach.
• Hop on Tours – Casual affordable door-to-door transport (0461297053).
• Swim between the red and yellow flags at Mission Beach and South Mission Beach Surf Club; lifesavers patrol daily, typically 8:30 am–5 pm.
• During stinger season (November–May), wear protective stinger suits and stay inside the stinger nets.
• Beware of crocodiles: avoid murky creeks, rivers and beaches at dawn or dusk; obey all warning signs.
• Unpatrolled beaches at South Mission and Bingil Bay: swim with care and consider conditions before entering the water.
• Mission Beach Markets – Ulysses Park on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month.
• Rotary Mission Beach Markets – MARCS Park on the 2nd and 4th Sunday.
• Yungaburra Market – Held on the 4th Saturday each month.
• Check local flyers and the visitor centre for festivals and events during your stay.