Hundreds of migratory and resident shorebirds take advantage of this ideal nesting and feeding area on the island's eastern side. With beautiful mangrove-fringed estuaries and long sandy beaches, this park is a relaxing retreat. Camp on a small island accessible only by boat, picnic in the shade by the water’s edge and go boating, fishing or birdwatching.

Mouth of Kolan River Conservation Park features diverse coastal vegetation and wildlife. Plants in the park range from casuarina trees along the beach and mangroves along the creek edges to fragile saltpan plants on the river banks. The river mouth is dynamic—ever-changing due to wind and tidal effects.

The park is an important site for nesting shorebirds, with many migratory waders travelling to this area annually—as part of their annual 25,000km round trip! Avoid approaching resting flocks of birds. Noise, speed and movement easily disturb shorebirds. Each time shorebirds fly needlessly they waste hard-earned energy reserves, reducing their ability to survive. Always go slow and go around flocks of birds.