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Red Crab. Photo: Chris Bray

Red Crab. Photo: Chris Bray

Christmas Island is a place of immense natural beauty, where a unique ecosystem of plants and animals has developed over millions of years.

The national park is an extraordinary environment, offering spectacular diving, deserted beaches, rare birds and the annual red crab migration, one of the great wildlife wonders of the world.

But we’re not just about nature – our rich multicultural heritage and love of festivals make a trip to Christmas Island a fascinating cultural experience.

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