Torres Strait Islands

Blessed with coral reefs, deserted beaches and pockets of rainforest, the 274 islands of the Torres Strait off the tip of Cape York are a fascinating mix of culture, breathtaking scenery and WWII history. The Torres Strait Islands are virtually untouched, a series of stepping stones reaching from Cape York towards Papua New Guinea.
It’s a region with a rich history, dating back 70,000 years when the first Torres Strait islanders migrated from the Indonesian archipelago. Less than 20 of the islands are inhabited and just a few permit visitors.
During WW2, 5000 troops and airmen were stationed on Horn Island, which was the second most-attacked location in Australia after Darwin.Läs mer