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Heron Island
is a true coral cay right on the
Great Barrier Reef. Here you can swim straight off the beach to an
endless garden of coral where the waters are literally teeming with
beautifully coloured fish and marine life.
 Heron
Island Resort is one of the few Queensland island resorts situated right on
Australia's Great Barrier Reef. It's what you don't see around Heron
Island that makes the resort so special. You won't see any buildings
above the tree line. And you won't bump into any daytrippers either. The
reef experience on Heron is exclusively for guests, a unique experience
few other resorts in the world can offer. There's a relaxed island
lifestyle that sets Heron Island Resort apart, a sophisticated yet
casual resort atmosphere. Here the emphasis is on exploring and
discovering the natural attractions that have made Heron famous around
the world.
 You'll
enjoy some of the world's best reef diving. There's a choice of
spectacular sites just minutes from the beach, and can you imagine a
better place to learn to dive? There is no need for day trips to the
Great Barrier Reef, because you are already there! So you can easily
enjoy 2 dives a day. There are over twenty different dive sites close to
Heron Island.
 Join
a guided reef walk to learn more about the unique ecology of the Great
Barrier Reef or snorkel off the beach and come face to face with the
kaleidoscope of marine life just below the surface. Enjoy a day trip to
explore an uninhabited coral cay or just spend the day lazing by the
pool. At night there's live entertainment, dancing or a quiet drink in
the Pandanus lounge. All meals are included in your tariff and the
Saturday night seafood buffet comes highly recommended. You'll find a
range of accommodation to suit your budget. As you would expect, Heron
Island takes great pride in maintaining their high standards of food and
service.
A Heron Island Resort holiday combines the rare
excitement of nature with all the comforts of an international resort
and is recommended for anyone wanting a true Great Barrier Reef
experience.
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Heron Island Resort
Accommodation |
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 Turtle
Rooms are located in a garden setting, a short
walk away from the beach and close to the central resort facilities.
With two rooms per block, all Turtle Rooms are at ground level and
feature a deck and outdoor area. Rooms are compact and interiors are
bright and fresh.
Family room configurations are available. Queen Bed.
 Reef
Suites are positioned close to the beach and
offer filtered reef and water views through a canopy of beachside trees
and shrubs. The living area extends outdoors to a balcony or garden
setting, interiors are light and comfortable.
Family room configurations are available.
 Beachside
Suites offer spectacular filtered views over the Great Barrier Reef
and are set in a prime beachside location with direct access to the
beach and reef Double glass sliding doors fill the room with
natural light and connect both the spacious bedroom and separate living
area with a large outdoor balcony. The living area features a
divan, comfortable armchairs, coffee table and desk. The Suites offer a
large bathroom, mini-bar and CD player.
Beach House, Point Suites and Wistari Suites available
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| Getting
to Heron Island |
| Regular flights are available from
Australian capital cities to Gladstone with
Qantas.
Catamaran to Heron Island
Heron Spirit is an air conditioned vessel with plasma screens showing
reef videos, bar and free tea/coffee. Travel time is two hours (subject
to tides and weather conditions). Guests arriving by car can leave their
vehicle in the open car park or rent undercover security parking. Guests
arriving via Gladstone Airport will be transferred to Gladstone Marina
(free service). The coach departs Gladstone Airport at 1030 hours on the
forward journey and arrives at Gladstone Airport at 1600 hours on the
return journey. The earliest connecting flight departs Gladstone at
1620. Note: This trip can be quite rough and motion sickness tablets are
recommended.
Departs Gladstone 11.00am Arrives Heron 1.30pm approx. (Flight must
arrive in Gladstone by 10.00am)
Departs Heron island 2.30pm Arrives Gladstone 3.45pm. (Flight must not
depart Gladstone before 4.30pm.)
AUD$220.00 per adult and AUD$110.00 per child (3-12) return - Return
Catamaran
Helicopter to Heron Island
Travel time is approximately 30 minutes. All guests must
confirm helicopter transfers the day prior by telephoning 07 4978 1177.
One suitcase per passenger - maximum 15 kilograms is permitted, soft
luggage is preferred. Lock up facilities are available at Gladstone free
of charge for excess luggage.
Departs Gladstone 11.15am and 1.45pm
Departs Heron Island: 11.45am and 2.15pm.
AUD$510.00
per adult and AUD$280.00 per child (3-12) return - Return Helicopter
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Heron Island Resort
Activities |
| Complimentary Activities |
| Guided reef walks (operate daily
subject to tides) |
| Island ecology walks |
| Guided birdlife walks |
| Stargazing |
| Wildlife presentations |
| Snorkelling lessons in swimming pool
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| Tennis (night & day) & table tennis |
| Natural history slide show |
| Trivia night |
| Other Activities (charges apply) |
| Snorkelling excursions to the reef
edge |
| Junior Ranger Program - children 7
to 12 years |
| Semi-submersible coral viewing
cruises - commentary by reef interpretor |
| Pool tables |
| Diving tours, activities and classes |
| Diving and fishing charters
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| Fishing trips |
| Scenic helicopter flights
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| Sunset wine & cheese cruises
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| Beach Picnic Hampers |
| Spa treatment at the Aqua Soul Spa
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| Turtle Tour (peak nesting times
December - April) |
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| Wining and Dining
at Daydream Island Resort
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Shearwater Restaurant
Breakfast and lunch are buffet style
while dinner features a 3 course table d'hote or Saturday seafood buffet
and mid week Aussie BBQ. Open for breakfast from 7.30am - 9.30am, lunch
is served from 12.30pm - 2.30pm & dinner is served 6.30pm - 9.00pm.
Special diets can be catered for by prior arrangement.
Pandanus Lounge &
Baillie's Bar
The Bar & Lounge features panoramic reef
views, with a cocktail bar, entertainment lounge, dance floor and a
mezzanine level library area. The Bar & Lounge opens to an outdoor
terrace. Open from 10.00am to midnight.
Wistari Room
An air conditioned presentation room for
evening news, movies and sporting events.
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| Heron
Island Quote and Availability Request |
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We would love to help plan your
vacation to Heron Island Resort Australia and welcome
genuine enquiries. To help us provide accurate pricing and
availability, please fill out the simple form below and we will send
you a quote shortly. For fast answers please call 07 3349 5665 to
speak to a consultant.
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