Heron Island Resort

Located on the World-Heritage-listed Heron Island, this resort offers free snorkelling lessons in the outdoor pool and free guided reef walks. Guests can use non-motorised water sports equipment free of charge. Rooms at the Heron Island Resort feature bright living areas, which open onto balconies with garden or sea views. Each has a fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. All include beach towels and sun umbrellas. Resort Heron Island has a day spa offering massages and facials. The tour desk organises a variety of diving and snorkelling tours around many Great Barrier Reef locations. Shearwater Restaurant offers buffet and á la carte options with views over the Coral Sea. Guests can sip cocktails on the outdoor terrace or relax in the Pandanus Lounge. Heron Island is accessible by boat and helicopter from Gladstone. The boat transfer duration is approximately 2 hours journey. The resort runs a courtesy coach to pick guests up from the airport. Additional charges apply for transfers from Gladstone to Heron Island.