Top Things to Do On Norfolk Island

If you're planning a Norfolk Island holiday, you're in for a real treat. This South Pacific gem is the perfect destination for travellers seeking a blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural enrichment. With its stunning natural scenery, historical landmarks, and vibrant local community, Norfolk Island is more than just a pretty face—it's a location that captures the heart and invigorates the spirit.

Norfolk Island holidays offer a plethora of activities and experiences designed to captivate visitors of all ages and interests. Whether you're a nature enthusiast keen to explore lush forests and pristine beaches, a history buff interested in the island's rich past, or simply someone looking to escape the daily grind, Norfolk Island has something for everyone.

For those who enjoy a bit of structure in their travel plans, Norfolk Island holiday packages offer an array of options that combine accommodation, dining, and activities into one convenient bundle. These packages take the guesswork out of holiday Norfolk Island planning, ensuring you can focus on what really matters: enjoying your time on the island.

But if you're more of a free spirit who prefers to create your own adventure, there are also many bespoke Norfolk Island tours available. These guided experiences offer a more tailored approach to exploring the island's many offerings.

In this blog post, we're thrilled to present the Top 5 Things to Do on Norfolk Island. Consider it your go-to guide for Norfolk Island travel, designed to help you make the most of your stay. From natural wonders to cultural landmarks, this list offers a taste of the extraordinary experiences awaiting you on this incredible island.

Things to Do on Norfolk Island

With scenery that is a photographer's dream and a strong varied history, Norfolk Island has many tours and day trips to help you make the most of your time on the island. Even so, it might seem overwhelming trying to narrow down what to see and do when planning your Norfolk Island holidays since there are so many options to choose from. Which is why we have put together 5 top things to do on Norfolk Island that are just a little different from the usual offerings.

Drive over the oldest bridge in Australia

Take a drive down to Kingston Town to see the ruins of the old penal settlement and while you cruise along the coastline towards Emily Bay you will have the chance to drive – albeit very slowly – across the oldest bridge in Australia. Built using convict labour it is one of many around Kingston that still remain to this day. The authenticity of the claim may be questioned by some but when you hear the locals speak and listen to the passion of their history you can’t help but believe it to be true.

Become a plane spotter

Watching the flights arrive and depart from Norfolk is a popular local pastime and one you can easily join in with. For the best view of both the planes coming into and taking off from the airport plus panoramic views of the island, head up to Mount Pitt with your camera and some refreshments then sit back, enjoy the views and get caught up in the excitement of plane spotting.

Watch cargo coming onshore

Being an island community one of the only ways to get bulk cargo and large goods onto the island is via cargo ship. These ships come from Australia and New Zealand bearing essentials goods for the people of Norfolk so when they arrive into local waters there is a buzz of anticipation to see what is what offloaded. The process of offloading is a tricky one as there is no pier for the ship to dock at and offload, all offloading is done at sea with goods being craned off the cargo ship into smaller whalers that are then towed to the pier where a crane swings them up onto dock and the awaiting trucks. The entire spectacle is a must see for everyone on the island so make sure you head down to Cascade Pier or Kingston Pier to witness it first hand.

Take a walk through Norfolk Island National Park & Botanic Garden

With walks ranging from 90m to 1.7kms including wheelchair accessible tracks, there is a walking circuit to suit everyone. Take a stroll through the Botanic Garden observing the local flora and fauna – see if you are lucky to spot the Norfolk Island Green Parrot. Or head down to the coastline and Cooks Monument for breathtaking views of the jagged cliffs and rocky shores. Just don’t forget to take your camera!

Tee Time with a View

Try your hand at a course that has their 4th hole located next an unstable cliff face, but with an amazing outlook of the sandy beach and Pacific Ocean. The golf course on Norfolk Island is located in the UNESCO World Heritage protected area and has the most spectacular coastal views from almost every fairway. Even non golfers will enjoy the stunning 9 hole course.

Take in the Cyclorama

Unsure of what a Cyclorama is? It’s a pictorial representation of a landscape or a battle on the wall of a cylindrical room which gives it a spectacular 3D effect. The award winning Norfolk Island Cyclorama brings to life the history of the island’s people and their connection with the infamous mutiny on the bounty. Music and sound effects composed especially for the painting further enhance the experience.

Wearable Art Extravaganza

Upcycling and recycling has been practised on Norfolk long before 1856 when the Pitcairn Islanders were gifted the island by Queen Victoria. Previous settlements utilised every available local stone and natural fibres to build sustainable communities.

The event categories include recycled, illumination, and natural fibre designs which are sourced locally. The talented entrants range from young children through to Island elders displaying the art of weaving as handed down through the generations by their Tahitian foremothers. The designs are modelled by locals, including the Baunti Beauties who perform the graceful movements of Tahitian dancing.

Using traditions, culture and imagination, the Norfolk Island Wearable Arts Extravaganza demonstrates the benefits to all communities to reuse and recycle.

Norfolk Island Holiday Package Options

Browse our current Norfolk Island holiday package or get in touch with Spacifica Travel on 1800 800 722 to talk to one of our experienced travel consultants about planning and booking your Norfolk Island package.