Queensland Heron Island
77 Southern Great Barrier Reef Accommodation Wilson Island
Heron Island is a true coral cay situated right on the World Heritage-Listed Great Barrier Reef. A nature lover’s haven, Heron is renowned for its abundance of birdlife and endless gardens of coral right off the beach. Activities include guided island and reef walks, semi-submersible cruises, the Aqua Soul Spa and the Junior Rangers' programme for kids from 7 to 12 years. Famous for its scuba diving and snorkelling, the island is ribboned by sugar white sands, crystal clear waters and hectares of coral with beautifully coloured marine life. Map Page 70 Reference 15
From £325 per room per night
Long Island Resort Wilson Island is a very special place on the Great Barrier Reef, enabling you to live as a castaway in this paradisaical setting. The sweeping, castor sugar sands and pristine waters are shared by exotic birds, turtles and a large variety of marine life, including colourful coral and fish. Some of the best snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef can be experienced just off the beach.
Imagine hammocks rocking under palm trees, golden sandy beaches, gentle waves lapping onshore with 2,500 acres of tropical rainforest as decor - this is Long Island Resort in the Whitsundays. For the energetic, the resort has a lot to offer, from diverse water sports, to exploring 12 miles of bushwalking paths to snorkeling colourful fish and coral on the fringing reef. Facilities include two pools, tennis courts, kids’ club, bars, spa, restaurant, café and gift shop. Guests can choose between a lovely garden view or beachfront room.
The island welcomes a maximum of only 12 guests at a time and offers tastefully designed, tented accommodation, which looks out to the reef and ocean. Each tent has its own shower and changing facilities within the wash house which is located nearby. Featuring fresh and local produce, all dining options, beverages, snorkelling equipment and return boat transfers from Heron Island are included in the daily rate. If being shipwrecked in style is your dream, Wilson is truly the destination for you.
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From £157 per person
From £795 per room per night
Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort
Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort is a true coral cay island situated at the southern tip of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. The island, regarded as one of the best snorkelling and diving locations on the Great Barrier Reef, is known for its unspoilt coral reef and amazing array of spectacular marine life. Guests at Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort can tour the reef in a glass bottom boat, snorkel to explore the wonders of the reef, learn to scuba dive, take a guided reef walk, enjoy a range of other guided activities, stroll along a deserted beach or simply relax and unwind. With exceptionally clear water all year round, visitors marvel at the inhabitants of this Marine National Park (green zone) where they can encounter turtles, dolphins and the resident manta rays.
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From £371 per room per night
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