Overall, this uninhabited island makes for a great daytrip to enjoy its relaxed setting, with awesome beaches for snorkeling and swimming. As an Acupuncturist-at-Sea, I spent a couple days exploring here and love sharing Mystery Island travel tips.
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According to local legend, Mystery Island was considered sacred and only used for certain ceremonial purposes. Folklore also suggests it was haunted by spirits although today it is a popular tourist destination known for its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant marine life.
The island is so small that you can walk along the entire shoreline in 40 minutes. While ambling along the soft sand, enjoy views of the surrounding ocean that shimmers in vibrant turquoise and teal colors.
Massage. Mystery Island has a great set-up for massages. Dedicated huts with warmed and limber hands ready to take away the knots and stress from your body. Priced at AUD$30 per hour - you will be hard pressed to find a better price on any of the other Islands.
Mystery Island got its name when it was used as an airstrip by the Allies during WWII. The island's tiny size and remote location prevented the Japanese from figuring out where the planes where coming from, and so it was called the mystery island.