About Flinders

Thankyou for visiting our About Flinders page.  This is only a very brief introductory page giving a few general facts about the island. If you would like to find out more check out our links section, which will direct you to sites containing far more detail.  Or feel free to contact us via e-mail.

From time to time we will however be adding to this section. We will post a new feature article once in a while on interesting activities and goings-on on Flinders.  So please come back to this site to read the updates.

Quick Flinders Facts

Flinders Island Land Area: 137, 000 hectares

Population: approx. 700 permanent residents

Shipwrecks: 120 in the Furneaux Group

Bush Walks: There is 200 km of coastline to start with. Plus many inland and mountain walk as well

Beaches: 120 (mostly deserted)

Number of Islands: 52

Climate: Temp range (summer 22oC - 32oC, Winter 5oC - 18oC); annual average rainfall 800 mm.  Yes it does get windy too.

Notes

  • Your car rental can be arranged by calling Flinders Island Car Rental on 03 6359 2168 or 0415 505 655
  • There are no phone facilities at Yakkalla Holiday Cottage.
  • There is a portable cot and a high chair available upon request.