Dunk Island Weddings
Dunk Island has long been recognised as the isle of peace and plenty. Today, the palm-fringed beaches and lush rainforests of this tropical island are ideal for those who want to enjoy time out or the time of their lives.
The resort is located in a National Park, and lies midway between Townsville and Cairns, one of a few tropical islands that puts you within easy reach of the Great Barrier Reef.
YOUR CEREMONY
Your Celebrant
Once you have confirmed your wedding date with the Wedding Coordinator, they will then confirm a marriage celebrant who will conduct the ceremony. You are of course able to choose your own celebrant, should you wish to do so. The marriage celebrant will discuss with you the legal procedures, as well as the ceremony content.
Legal Requirements
To marry in Australia you must be 18 years of age or over.
Documents required consist of:- Birth Certificate
- Valid 10 year passport
- If divorced – Decree Absolute
- If widowed – Death Certificate of former spouse and previous Marriage Certificate
- If your name has changed by deed poll – legal proof
- Notice of Intended Marriage – available from Australian Embassy in your country
Originals of all documents including Notice of Intended Marriage are required at the resort before the ceremony.
Flowers
A wedding bouquet for the bride and a button hole for the groom are included in your wedding package. Additional flowers can be arranged for your ceremony or reception.
YOUR CELEBRATION
Wedding Cake
A wedding cake for the bride and groom is included in the wedding package. At an additional cost, their chef can coordinate a larger cake to cater for your needs.
Cake options are available upon request.
Your Reception
Your Wedding Coordinator can tailor a reception to suit the size and style of your wedding.
Dunk Island offers a variety of reception options both indoor and outdoor
Your Wedding Coordinator will ensure that you and your guests leave Dunk Island with lifelong memories of your special day.
Exclusively Yours
How do you go about reserving the entire resort, just for your wedding?
Dunk Island is available to reserve entirely for you and your guests.
Take advantage of the intimate setting and service to provide your wedding guests with a truly breathtaking experience to reflect upon for years to come.
WEDDING PACKAGES
Romantic Wedding Package- Celebrant fees and transfers
- Marriage licence and certificate
- Service of a Wedding Coordinator
- Guaranteed one wedding per day
- Bride’s bouquet and groom’s button hole
- Wedding cake for two
- A bottle of sparkling wine
- Balinese flags or tropical bridal arch
Accommodation rates available on request at the time of booking.
- Celebrant fees and transfers
- Marriage licence and certificate
- Service of a Wedding Coordinator
- Guaranteed one wedding per day
- One hour couple massage
- Beachside dinner for two
- Bride’s bouquet and groom’s button hole
- Wedding cake for two
- Balinese flags or tropical bridal arch
- Champagne
Accommodation rates available on request at the time of booking.
- Celebrant Fees and Transfers
- Bride’s bouquet and groom’s button hole
- A bottle of sparkling wine
- Coordinator fee
* Conditions apply. All prices are in Australian Dollars and are inclusive of 10% GST.
Once the accommodation and wedding package have been booked, your details will be forwarded to the Wedding Coordinator at Dunk Island. The Wedding Coordinator will contact you for the finer details and arrangements regarding the ceremony and your special day.
OPTIONAL EXTRAS- Photography packages
- Videographer
- Live musician
- Bride’s hair and make-up
- Signature spa treatment
- Private beach picnic
- Wedding cake (if required for more than two people)
- Chair covers with sash
- Horseback ceremony arrival
- Private island ceremony
- Butterfly release
- Personalised Dunk Island place cards
- Unique dunk Island table gift
All optional extras can be arranged by Dunk Island and prices are quoted at time of enquiry.
LOCATION & GETTING THERE
Your Location
Dunk Island is the perfect setting for a wedding celebration of just two, or up to 320 guests. No matter how many guests you choose to invite, you will both be offered personal service and attention to detail.
Where Do We Hold Our Ceremony?
For a unique ceremony experience, you can exchange your vows on a number of different beaches located around Dunk Island. Alternatively, if you prefer a garden wedding with an ocean view, then Dunk Island Resort is a perfect location for your special moment. The resort books one wedding a day to ensure you have an exclusive wedding and therefore choice of ceremony location.
Getting There
Dunk Island is located approximately 4 kilometres off the Tropical North Queensland Coast. To get to Dunk Island regular flights are available to Cairns from all Australian Capital cities with Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Blue. Once arriving at Cairns you are either able to hop on a short 45 minute flight to Dunk Island with Hinterland Transfers or alternatively a boat or water taxi transfer operates between Mission Beach and Dunk Island daily. Transfers by boat take approximately 2 ½ hours. Also see our Queensland islands weddings page
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