Just 45 minutes from Cairns lies Fitzroy Island, a beautiful paradise surrounded by white sandy beaches and covered by the lush green tropical rainforest of Fitzroy National Park. Perfect for families and couples the island offers calm sheltered waters perfect for snorkelling, or if you’re feeling more adventurous the island’s dive centre will show you new depths of the Great Barrier Reef. There are some great walking tracks leading to breathtaking look-outs or simply relax next to the island’s pool.
| Accommodation | From £ | |
| Standard Room | 99 | |
| Deluxe Room | 192 | |
| Extra Person | 23 | |
| Return transfers from Cairns Ad £38 Ch £21. 2 bedroom apartment from £269pn |
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Peppers Resort sits on beutiful Magnetic Island, just a short ferry ride from Townsville on Queensland's Great Barrier Reef Coast. The island is six miles across and popular with locals and visitors alike. There are fine sandy beaches and extensive rainforest walks with a good chance of spotting native koala and rock wallabies. The Peppers Resort overlooks Nelly Bay and is close to the ferry port and island bus terminal. It has a great choice of accommodation and excellent facilities.
| Accommodation | From £ | |
| Standard Room | 116 | |
| Deluxe Room | 139 | |
| Extra Person | 28 | |
| INCLUDES daily breakfast. Return launch transfers from Townsville Ad £20 Ch £10. 1,2 and 3 bedroom apartment also available. |
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A magical coral cay island at the southern end of the Barrier Reef in waters teeming with brightly coloured fish and marine life. Walk from the resort straight onto the reef or swim from white beaches into the living garden of coral. There are dozens of snorkelling and diving sites, with lessons available, as well as guided reef and island walks.
The resort is exclusive to guests, with no day trippers to disturb the peace. At night there is live entertainment and dancing, or enjoy a quiet drink in the Pandanus Lounge.
Living
Comfortable Turtle Rooms, or spacious Reef Rooms with separate bedroom and living area and direct access to the beach. Both have large private balconies or terraces.
Features
En suite bathroom, ceiling fans, tea/coffee making facilities, beach towels.
Facilities
Swimming pool, restaurant, lounge bar, tennis, fishing, Aqua Soul Day Spa, guided nature walks and presentations.
| Accommodation | From £ | |
| Standard Room | 246 | |
| Deluxe Room | 309 | |
| Extra Person | 86 | |
| INCLUDES ALL MEALS and SELECTED DRINKS. FREE TRANSFERS from Gladstone when staying 4 nights or more 01May - 14Sep & 08 - 31Oct. No children under 13. |
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Shipwrecked in style - a nature experience like no other, cast away on a remote and beautiful Barrier Reef Island. Walk with turtles along the silver sands or snorkel from the beach amongst living coral and amazingly coloured tropical fish. Intimate Wilson Island is 40 minutes by launch from Heron and accommodates just 12 guests in 6 luxury floored tents all with ocean views. All meals and drinks are included.
Living
Luxury, ocean-facing tents with king size beds.
Features
Shaded and secluded deck with chairs and hammock, robes and beach towels, private shower and dressing area in shared amenities building.
Facilities
The Longhouse communal lounge and dining area, snorkelling, island reef walks, bird watching,libary.
| Accommodation | From £ | |
| Deluxe Room | 688 | |
| INCLUDES ALL MEALS and return transfers from Heron Island. No children under 13 accepted. | ||
Just 40 luxury suites and villas share this idyllic island resort on Australia's Great Barrier Reef. The fine white sand beaches are fringed by colourful coral, offering spectacular diving and snorkelling. Your stay includes all meals in the elegant Osprey's restaurant or opt for a picnic lunch at one of Lizard's remote beaches - motorised dinghies are free to guests.
Living
Anchor Bay Rooms or deluxe Sunset Point Villas with private balcony or deck and hammock.
Features
Air conditioning, en-suite bathroom, CD player, tea/coffee making facilities, robes and beach towels.
Facilities
Swimming pool, restaurant, lounge bar, gym, tennis, water sports and diving, Azure Spa, nature trails.
| Accommodation | From £ | |
| Standard Room | 895 | |
| Deluxe Room | 1125 | |
| Extra Person | 349 | |
| INCLUDES ALL MEALS and SELECTED DRINKS. No children under 13 accepted. FREE NIGHT 5 nights for the price of 4 11Apr - 31Jul, 01 - 20Dec, 08Jan - 31Mar. |
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