Discovered in 1770 by captain James Cook, the island was named in the honor of the prehistoric inhabitants, the one meter long Monitor Lizard.
Byron Bay is famed worldwide for its surfing beaches, scuba diving, whale watching, rural beauty and a laid back lifestyle.
The 'capital' of the Gold Coast, and one of the largest tourist destinations in Australia.
The bays and beaches are the primary attraction on Rottnest, featuring excellent reefs and caves, for swimming, snorkeling and diving.