Secluded in one corner, Australia is one vacation spot that can give you all the joys of travelling in one tiny package. It is a self-sufficient adventure extravaganza and if you’re planning a vacation here then, be sure to rent a car from a car rental. Not too difficult to find, you would be able to hire a car and have the freedom to drive around and explore this destination on your own. One place which needs a special mention in Christmas Island. It is home to the unique annual red crab migration and rare and unusual birds. The beaches are a delight in itself and coupled with the beauty of nesting turtles, this island can easily take the crown for being one of the most beautiful islands any nature lover would love to visit. Located 1,600 miles northwest of the Western Australian city of Perth, it is surrounded by the Indian ocean.
One of the best options to explore this rich island with its flora and fauna is by hiring a car from a reasonable car rental. A drive around the island and the exploration of the high level of endemism among its flora and fauna will be an enriching experience. The annual red crab mass migration to the sea to spawn has been described by ecologists as 'one of the wonders of the natural world'. Nowhere else on earth do crabs occur in these numbers and the spectacle is an experience not to be forgotten. Christmas Island is also one of the world’s truly spectacular tropical seabird breeding stations. It’s not just the number and variety of seabirds, or their magnificent splendour, but also their sheer visibility – it is estimated that around 80,000 seabirds nest here annually.
The total land area is 52 sq miles, with 86.3 miles of coastline; so cruising through the island with its scenic view of the coast is an experience you don’t want to miss. That is why I strongly recommend you to make use of the Australia Car Hire service and hire a car for this vacation in Christmas Island. The island is well connected through a network of roads which are in good condition to enjoy a smooth ride. However it might be a good idea to hire a four wheel vehicle to access some parts of the rain forest as the only roads leading you there will be a series of dirt roads so renting a four by four would be a good idea for that adventurous drive.
The island is home to so many unusual species and the scenic beauty is a visual delight. But apart from that it is also a melting pot of cultures, history and industry. Balanced between animalistic instincts and our need for modernity, this island will provide you with everything you require; from nature to culture to an adventurous experience that will be hard to forget.
