TRAVELAUX · CC · REGIONAL CHAPTER

Direction Island and Outer Atoll

White-sand islands, reef drift snorkelling and conservation.

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Route and experiences

White-sand islands, reef drift snorkelling and conservation.

STOP 1

Direction Island

Island with long beach and prominent reef snorkelling site.

Choose experiences

Cossie’s Beach relaxation CC-DIR-001

Spend time on a quiet sandy beach with supplies brought along

Approximate time: Allow 1–3 hours; verify operating conditions Local Experiences

Accessibility: Not yet individually verified by Travelaux. Confirm step-free access, terrain, support and facilities before booking.

The Rip snorkel CC-DIR-002

Visit the famous drift-snorkel location only with appropriate expertise and local safety advice

Approximate time: Allow 1–3 hours; verify operating conditions Water Activities

Accessibility: Not yet individually verified by Travelaux. Confirm step-free access, terrain, support and facilities before booking.

Direction Island coastal walk CC-DIR-003

Explore designated island paths

Approximate time: Allow 1–3 hours; verify operating conditions Outdoors & Adventure

Accessibility: Not yet individually verified by Travelaux. Confirm step-free access, terrain, support and facilities before booking.

Island maritime-history interpretation CC-DIR-004

Learn about the First World War naval encounter nearby

Approximate time: Allow 1–3 hours; verify operating conditions Heritage

Accessibility: Not yet individually verified by Travelaux. Confirm step-free access, terrain, support and facilities before booking.

STOP 2

Southern lagoon islands

Low-lying protected atoll and authorised marine trips.

Choose experiences

Outer-atoll island-hop CC-SOU-001

Join a licensed skipper for environmentally sensitive island visits

Approximate time: Allow 1–3 hours; verify operating conditions Local Experiences

Accessibility: Not yet individually verified by Travelaux. Confirm step-free access, terrain, support and facilities before booking.

Green turtle observation CC-SOU-002

Watch marine turtles under wildlife-safe practices

Approximate time: Allow 1–3 hours; verify operating conditions Nature & Wildlife

Accessibility: Not yet individually verified by Travelaux. Confirm step-free access, terrain, support and facilities before booking.

Low-impact lagoon picnic CC-SOU-003

Use landing areas that are open and bring all waste back

Approximate time: Allow 1–3 hours; verify operating conditions Local Experiences

Accessibility: Not yet individually verified by Travelaux. Confirm step-free access, terrain, support and facilities before booking.

Reef photography cruise CC-SOU-004

Take scenic marine photography from the boat rather than sensitive coral areas

Approximate time: Allow half or full day; confirm weather, access and schedules Water Activities

Accessibility: Not yet individually verified by Travelaux. Confirm step-free access, terrain, support and facilities before booking.

Planning & verification

Independent attractions are not automatically bookable Travelaux tours. Timing, access and availability are subject to confirmation.

Source and travel details should be reconfirmed before departure.

A planning guide, not a confirmed travel booking.

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