Bremer Island Banubanu Beach Retreat

Bremer Island Banubanu Beach Retreat offers an escape from the hustle of modern life. Nestled in the north east coves of Bremer Island (known to the locals as Dhambaliya), in Yolngu Sea Country, our maximum of 16 guests enjoy the space and freedom of finding their own island paradise.

The retreat is a unique eco beach retreat like no other. It’s simplicity is its appeal. Guests have the option to participate in an array of highly engaging tours that include traditional Yolngu hunting and cultural tours, a bluewater fishing charter, self guided walking trails, beach fishing and turtle watching.

Through a fishing tour you will be exposed to some of the most abundant and picturesque fishing grounds in the area. Catch your dinner and enjoy your very own fisherman’s basket. Be a part of a world class bird and turtle watching experience and explore the untouched strip of coastline providing exquisite views.

An array of accommodation options are available, to enable you to relax and enjoy this pristine and spectacular island hideaway. To enhance the ultimate camping experience, twin share tents include two jumbo single camp beds, linen and fans. The beach house and Hide Away Cabin caters comfortably for two people. Three deluxe beachfront eco tents are hot property being just metres from the beach and also include a private deck and en-suite.

Guests share the dining experience and have a common area to relax, unwind and share stories (or just enjoy a good book from our collection). Guests are invited to chill out in the recreational area with a book or chat with Helen and Trevor the owners and your hosts about the history of Bremer Island. The facilities are simple so that guests can appreciate beach living and being close to nature.

This is the perfect retreat, if you’re looking for a unique remote island holiday destination.

Experiences

Deluxe Beach Front Eco Tents
Fan cooled tents with ensuites and private decks. Located metres from the beach with uninterrupted sea views. Includes a king bed or two single beds, all meals, toiletries and permit fees.

Days Operating: Daily
Season: Year round
Duration: N/A
Min Numbers: 1
Max Numbers: 4

Hideaway Cabin
Tucked away in a lush monsoonal vine thicket setting allowing solitude and privacy. Includes a double bed, fan, ensuite, all meals, toiletries and permit fees.

Days Operating: Daily
Season: Year round
Duration: N/A
Min Numbers: 1
Max Numbers: 2

Beach House
Tucked away in a lush monsoonal vine thicket setting allowing solitude and privacy. Includes a double bed, fan, ensuite, all meals, toiletries and permit fees.

Days Operating: Daily
Season: Year round
Duration: N/A
Min Numbers: 1
Max Numbers: 2

Twin Shared Tented Accommodation
Set in a garden setting. Includes 2 jumbo sized camp beds, quality mattresses, linen, fly sheets, fans, shared bathroom facilities and all meals.

Days Operating: Daily
Season: Year round
Duration: N/A
Min Numbers: 1
Max Numbers: 2

Fishing Charters
Fish the Arafura sea. Every person is supplied a boat rod with bait, ice and tackle. Caters for all levels of experience and skill. Policy of catch and release, keeping only what is needed for meals for guests.

Days Operating: Daily
Season: Year round
Duration: 1-5 days
Min Numbers: 1
Max Numbers: 4

Cultural Visit
Local Aboriginal community members show guests aspects of their culture. Includes bird and turtle watching and a 3 hour 4WD tour of Bremer Island.

Days Operating: On Request (depends on availability of Yolngu community)
Season: Year round
Duration: 3 hours
Min Numbers: 2
Max Numbers: 8

Traditional Spear Fishing/Crabbing Tour
Learn about the customs and traditions of the local Yolngu community.

Days Operating: On Request (depends on availability of Yolngu community)
Season: Year round
Duration: 3 hours
Min Numbers: 2
Max Numbers: 8

Getting there

Gove is situated half way between Darwin and Cairns. Flights with Qantas Airlink arrive daily. Boat transfers from the mainland to Bremer Island and return are provided (POA). Light air charter costs can be provided on request (15 minute flight).