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queensland islands & accommodation

• tropical north queensland islands
  
• whitsunday islands
  
• southern great barrier reef islands
  
• southern queensland islands

tropical north queensland islands

haggerstone island
The incredibly remote and secluded Robinson Crusoe-like experience, voted by Vogue magazine as the most secluded and unspoilt island retreat in the world - located 400 air miles north of Cairns. With just 4 guest lodges, access is only by light aircraft and is only open at certain times of the year. True wilderness right on the Great Barrier Reef.

lizard island
The sophisticated and luxurious 5 star Lizard Island Resort, located 240kms north of Cairns and 92kms north east of Cooktown. Spectacular and private, Lizard has its own airstrip and is also a National Park. Exclusive and beautiful, Lizard offers some of the best scuba diving, snorkelling and game fishing in the world.

green island
Situated on Australia's beautiful Great Barrier Reef just 45 minutes off-shore from Cairns, Green Island is a small coral cay of 15 hectares surrounded by a magnificent coral reef, and one of Australia's premier environmental heritage sites. Green Island Resort has been acclaimed for its sensitive balance between the needs of visitors and the protection of a unique environment. Green Island is a National Park and as such the resort is unique.

fitzroy island
Fitzroy Island is located 50 minutes by high speed catamaran off Cairns, and is a beautiful rainforest clad National Park island. Fitzroy Island has excellent beaches and snorkelling, and has a good choice of accommodation on the island ranging from comfortable bunkhouse style dorm rooms through to private beachside cabins.

bedarra island
There are times when you just don't want to be found, and Bedarra is without doubt one of the better corners of the world in which to disappear. A haven of natural wonders secluded in the warm waters of Queensland's tropical north, Bedarra is as close as one can get to being "members only", while still being available to the public (albeit a tiny and extremely fortunate segment thereof). Bedarra guests certainly feel they belong.

dunk island
Located just 4kms off Mission Beach, Dunk Island also has its own airstrip for access by air from Cairns or Townsville, and has regular water taxi services from Mission Beach. Dunk Island Resort offers 4 grades of accommodation on the island all with private facilities and extensive facilities and activities, which makes this island resort very popular for families.

orpheus island
Since the 1930s, Orpheus Island has quietly lured those seeking sanctuary from the frenzy of the modern world, the environment is distinctly tropical Queensland, offering the ultimate in tranquility, seclusion and privacy. Fringed by sheltered bays of unspoilt sandy beaches and wreathed in spectacular coral gardens, the island is 11 km long and has 1300 hectares of protected National Park around the resort. Orpheus Island caters for only a maximum of 68 guests in 27 private rooms.

hinchinbrook island
Hinchinbrook is Australia's largest island National Park, surrounded by the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef, and is home to a secluded, romantic and intimate resort. There are no jet skis, powerboats or loud nightclubs, just first class accommodation and service amid lush rainforests, sandy beaches, excellent snorkelling and a variety of bird and marine life, including the rare and beautiful dugong.

magnetic island
Located just eight kilometers off the Townsville coast, Magnetic Island is described as a suburb of Townsville, a relaxing residential seaside village. The island is just a 25 minute passenger ferry ride or 45 minutes by car ferry. The island offers a variety of family apartments, resorts and backpacker hostels. Visitors to the island can take their own car across. There is plenty to do on the island, including kayaking, sailing, peruse art galleries, learn to scuba dives or enjoy the string of wonderful cafes, taverns and restaurants.


whitsunday islands

hayman island
Hayman is the most northern island in the Whitsunday Island group. Renowned for its elegance, service and superior location in the Great Barrier Reef, Hayman is a unique 5-star resort. It is the only Australian island to be accepted as a member of the prestigious organisation The Leading Hotels of the World.

hamilton island
Hamilton Island is a place to experience everything or enjoy doing absolutely nothing. Choose from the widest range of accommodation in the Whitsundays, be pampered in Beach Club reserved especially for adults or choose from the selection of hotel rooms, self contained apartments and villas or the quaint palm bungalows. Spoil yourself or your family at Hamilton Island, there are plenty of ways to do it, and all of it is surrounded by beautiful coral-fringed beaches.

daydream island resort & spa
Daydream Island Resort & Spa is a tropical paradise located in the magnificent Whitsunday's on the Great Barrier Marine Park. Daydream Island offers a complete range of facilities to enjoy including the Daydream Rejuvenation Spa, open air cinema or surrounding National Park. A perfect place to recharge your batteries or to take the children for a well deserved break.

peppers palm bay
Long Island
Located amidst the turquoise waters of the Whitsundays on Long Island, lies Peppers Palm Bay, an intimate and secluded tropical retreat. With only 21 waterfront bures, cabins and bungalows, if you want to experience the charms of the Whitsundays without the crowds, then Peppers Palm Bay is for you.

long island resort
Situated in the beautiful Whitsundays,  Long Island Resort managed by  Club Crocodile offers total relaxation, countless activities and an amazing array of entertainment. Go from doing absolutely nothing to doing whatever you want in a short change of location or a quick change of attitude!

south molle island
South Molle Island is located in the heart of the spectacular Whitsunday Passage and features 405 hectares of unspoilt National Park rimmed by scenic beaches, bays and inlets. This is the perfect location to get away from it all, an idyllic tropical paradise with an informal atmosphere and wide-ranging appeal. The resort provides excellent value for couples and families with many included activities

brampton island
This island has a rhythm of its own called the Brampton Beat and there are activities for guests to enjoy at every imaginable tempo - from fast and furious water sport fun, to being flat out doing nothing at all. You can see why it is so popular honeymooners.

southern great barrier reef islands

great keppel holiday village
Located off the coast of Central Queensland, 45 minutes by launch from Rockhampton Great Keppel Holiday Village offers budget tent & motel style accommodation to self contained houses in a relaxed village atmosphere.

heron island
On Heron Island you walk straight from the beach to the reef's edge and the waters are literally teeming with life. You'll explore acres of living coral just metres from your room. That's what sets Heron apart you are actually living on the reef. On Heron, stress is replaced by a sense of adventure and your days are filled with discovery.

wilson island - via Heron Island
Those that are drawn to Wilson Island will see the natural beauty of the island, its seclusion and the freedom from modern-day living as part of its appeal. Wilson Island provides the opportunity to camp out in style in comfortable designer-inspired tent accommodation for a maximum of just 12 guests. Wilson Island is a private island and surrounded by pristine reef and beach environments including rare turtle and bird breeding grounds. The remote coral cay, located just 8 nautical miles from Heron Island, offers seclusion in a setting of unrivalled natural beauty.

lady elliot island
Lady Elliot is famous worldwide for its Green and Loggerhead turtle rookery, along with its extensive Manta Ray population and bird nesting grounds. At Lady Elliot Island guests step right off the beach to snorkel, swim and dive in one of the world's richest marine eco-systems.

southern queensland islands

kingfisher bay
Fraser Island
Set amongst the natural surroundings of the world's largest sand island, Fraser Island, Kingfisher Bay Resort is a unique holiday destination providing adventure and excitement but at the same time a casual atmosphere for the ultimate in relaxation. Kingfisher Bay is built to strict environmental standards, so its guests may enjoy the best of the natural surroundings. Hotel rooms and Villas are featured along with numerous activities, excursions and guest facilities.

couran cove island resort
South Stradbroke Island
Situated on 151 hectares of rainforest and nature reserve, Couran Cove is one of the finest nature resorts in Australia. Just a short trip from the Gold Coast, Couran Cove boasts and extensive array of sporting facilities blended into the unique surroundings. Beaches, wildlife, woodland and a host of activities make this property one not to be missed.