Mackerel Islands are in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
Understand
Of the 10 islands that make up the Mackerels group, two provide accommodation - Thevenard Island and Direction Island. The landscape is very much north Western Australian, abounding with vegetation typical of the region. The casual nature of the Mackerel Islands provides an ideal escape for singles, couples, families and groups
The pristine waters are home to world-class coral reefs that offer a spectacular array of colourful reef fish and coral formations - a diver's and snorkeller's paradise. And the fishing action is up there with some of the world's best.
Get in
By plane
- Thevenard Island has a 1,000-m brick-paved airstrip. Should you require further information on the airstrip, contact the Thevenard Island on (08) 9184 6444 (08) 9184 6444.
Transfers from Onslow to Thevenard Island, are as follows:
- Thursdays Thevenard Islands - Onslow 8AM, Onslow - Thevenard Islands noon
- Sundays Thevenard Islands - Onslow 8AM, Onslow - Thevenard Islands 9:30AM
Times are a guideline only and are subject to change due to weather conditions or other variable factors.
Transfers are conducted via aircraft, but may be replaced with a boat transfer service at times.
Get around
See
Do
Diving
The diving on Mackerel Islands is world class. For bookings call Mackerel Islands Dive.
Fishing
The fishing on Mackerel Islands is exceptional and the Mackerel Islands play host to a large fishing competition every year.
Buy
Eat
There is a restaurant on Thevenard Island
Drink
There is a bar on Thevenard Island