Discover Waiben (Thursday Island)
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Immerse yourself in the rich Torres Strait Islander culture that has shaped Waiben’s history. The island has played a pivotal role in the region’s pearling and fishing industries.
Thursday Island serves as the commercial, transport, and administrative hub for over 20 communities spread across the vast Torres Strait region, spanning approximately 48,000 square kilometres.
Ready to explore the stunning Torres Strait?
This is how you visit
You can reach Waiben (Thursday Island) by plane from Cairns to Horn Island with a connecting ferry service. You can also visit us via ferry from Seisia (NPA), if you’re driving or caravanning to the tip of Cape York.