Australia & South Pacific Lighthouse pictures

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Sitting high above the water’s edge, this historic lighthouse has been a fixture of the Catlins for more than a century.

Discover the hinterland of northern New South Wales, where you can enter ancient rainforests or hunt for antiques in picturesque countryside villages.

Overlooked by a 19th-century lighthouse atop a rocky headland, this beach and its long breakwater wall are perfect for sunset strolls and romantic moments.

Make your way along winding pathways through pretty coastal shrubs to see a historic bluestone lighthouse, ocean views and a colony of shearwater seabirds.

Visit this stunning lighthouse at New Zealand’s northern tip and watch the churning currents where two oceans merge. 

Visit this stunning lighthouse at New Zealand’s northern tip and watch the churning currents where two oceans merge. 

Make your way along winding pathways through pretty coastal shrubs to see a historic bluestone lighthouse, ocean views and a colony of shearwater seabirds.

Rent an SUV and set up camp on a near-deserted beach, walk coastal tracks to spot large marine creatures and explore World War II and Aboriginal relics.

Visit this stunning lighthouse at New Zealand’s northern tip and watch the churning currents where two oceans merge. 

Visit this stunning lighthouse at New Zealand’s northern tip and watch the churning currents where two oceans merge. 

Visit this stunning lighthouse at New Zealand’s northern tip and watch the churning currents where two oceans merge. 

Overlooked by a 19th-century lighthouse atop a rocky headland, this beach and its long breakwater wall are perfect for sunset strolls and romantic moments.

Swim, snorkel and spot rare quokkas at a stunning island destination, with a fascinating history, just off the Perth coast.

Hike through a rainforest and picnic on freshly shucked oysters and artisanal cheese at this rugged island off Tasmania’s southern coast.

Duck into a quirky store to pick up some hippy gear, hike through national parks, or grab a board and get surfing at one of Australia’s favourite beach towns.

Overlooked by a 19th-century lighthouse atop a rocky headland, this beach and its long breakwater wall are perfect for sunset strolls and romantic moments.

Overlooked by a 19th-century lighthouse atop a rocky headland, this beach and its long breakwater wall are perfect for sunset strolls and romantic moments.