🎒 A Complete Packing List for Your Straddie Adventure

🎒 A Complete Packing List for Your Straddie Adventure

So, you're heading to Straddie (aka North Stradbroke Island)? 🏝️ Excellent choice, mate. You’re about to experience sun, sea, kangaroos, and seriously good vibes. But before you hop on the ferry, let’s make sure your backpack is ready for adventure—without overpacking your entire bedroom.

Here’s the ultimate, no-BS list of what to bring, what to leave behind, and how our tour makes it all super easy for you!

 

🌞 Must-Haves for a Legendary Day Out

Let’s start with the basics—the essentials that’ll save your skin (literally):

  • 🧴 Sunscreen – Straddie sun doesn’t mess around. Go reef-safe if you can!
  • 🕶️ Sunnies & a Hat – Style + sun protection = win-win.
  • 👟 Good walking shoes or comfy sandals – Especially if you’re tackling the stunning North Gorge Walk.
  • 💧 Reusable water bottle – Hydration = happiness.
  • 🩱 Swimsuit & towel – You will want to swim.
  • 🎒 Backpack – Keep it light, but roomy enough for snacks and gear.
  • 📸 Camera or smartphone – Kangaroos don’t take selfies for you.
  • 🛍️ Reusable bag – For wet stuff or rubbish. We love a tidy island

🍓 Pro Tips & Fun Extras

Now let’s level up your day with some extras you won’t regret bringing:

  • 🥪 Snacks – Fruit, trail mix, or go full Aussie with some Tim Tams or Shapes.
  • 🔋 Portable charger – Because your phone will be working overtime capturing the views.
  • 🔭 Binoculars – Spot dolphins, koalas, or even whales (from June to Oct).
  • 👕 Spare clothes – Salt, sand, and sunscreen = outfit change appreciated.
  • 🧥 Light jacket – Especially if you’re staying till sunset or taking the late ferry back.

📱 Cool Apps to Download Before You Go

Who says tech and nature don’t mix? These apps will make your trip even smoother:

  • 🌦️ BOM Weather – Check the forecast so you don’t get caught in surprise rain.
  • 🗺️ Maps.me – Offline maps = lifesaver if your signal vanishes.
  • 🐚 Seek by iNaturalist – Find out what weird plant or critter you just saw.
  • 🚢 Marine Traffic – Track ferries and boats like a boss.
  • 📲 Instagram/TikTok – Trust us, you’ll want to share this.

 

🌿 Respect the Island – Take Only Memories

We love Straddie—and you will too. But remember: this isn’t Disneyland, it’s sacred Country. It belongs to the Quandamooka people, and it’s home to wildlife, ancient trees, and fragile ecosystems.

Here’s the golden rule:
Take only photos, leave only footprints. 💚

Please:

  • Don’t take shells, sand, or “souvenirs” from the beach.
  • Stay on marked paths—no bush-bashing.
  • Don’t feed or touch the wildlife (no matter how cute that kangaroo looks).
  • Pack out everything you brought in—yes, even that snack wrapper.

Be the kind of traveller Straddie will be happy to welcome back. 🫶

🚐 Pack Light, We’ve Got the Rest!

Joining our tour? You’re in luck—we make your day easy, breezy, and unforgettable:

✔️ Transport from Brisbane – ferry, shuttle, the whole thing.
✔️ Friendly guides with sunscreen, first aid, and local stories.
✔️ All the best stops planned, so you can just relax and enjoy.

🎟️ Ready for the Best Day on Straddie?

The beach is calling, the dolphins are waiting, and your Stradbroke Island adventure is about to begin.
👉 Book your tour now and let us take care of everything but the sunscreen 😎


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