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Heron Island Resort - Sunshine Coast

Heron Island Resort

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Natures paradise! Great snorkelling and diving!
  • All Meals Included
  • Kids Stay and eat FREE
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HERON ISLAND RESORT
Heron Island is paradise for the nature lover.  Famous around the world for its spectacular coral reef, its extraordinary variety of aquatic life, migrating whales, nesting turtles and as a breeding ground for an abundance of birdlife.  Here you have direct access to the spectacular beauty of the Great Barrier Reef.  Heron Island offers special 'Kids Junior Ranger' activities during school holidays.

Rates on Heron Island include breakfast, 2 course buffet lunch and 3 course or buffet dinner daily.  Kids 2-12 years stay and eat FREE.

At Heron Island 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 or join a guided reef walk to learn more about the unique ecology of the Great Barrier Reef.  Enjoy a day trip to explore an idyllic, uninhabited coral cay or spend the day just lazing by the pool.

At night there's live entertainment, dancing or a quiet drink at the Pandanus Lounge. Breakfast is included in your room rate and you'll find a range of accommodation to suit your budget. It is the relaxed island lifestyle that sets Heron apart, a sophisticated yet casual resort atmosphere.

Resort Features:
  • Reception from 8.30am to 7:00pm
  • Foreign exchange and travellers cheques
  • Safety deposit facilities
  • Postal service
  • Public telephones
  • Onward flight confirmations
  • Daily activity sheet - The Heron Times
  • Flora and fauna reference literature
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach towels
  • Guest Departure Lounge
  • Guest laundry facilities
  • Cots available free of charge
  • Conference facility for up to 100 people
  • Internet access available at reception
  • Resort Boutique
  • Dive Shop
  • Marine Parks interpretative Centre

The Pandanus Bar & Lounge features panoramic Reef views, with a cocktail bar, entertainment lounge, dance floor, and a mezzanine level library area. A varied live entertainment program takes place each evening.

Picnic Hampers can be collected from 12:00pm and offer the choice of sandwiches for two or a Mediterranean hamper for two.

Complimentary Activities:

  • Guided reef walks (subject to tides)
  • Guided Birdlife walks
  • Wildlife presentations
  • Snorkelling lessons in swimming pool
  • Tennis (night & day)
  • Stargazing
  • Island ecology walks
  • Evening nature slide presentations and latest movies
  • Trivia night

Other Activities: (charges apply):
  • Snorkelling excursions to the reef edge
  • Junior Ranger Program 7 - 12 yrs
  • Semi-submersible coral viewing cruises
  • Scuba diving
  • Discover Scuba (1 day resort course)
  • Learn to Dive courses
  • Fishing trips
  • Scenic helicopter flights
  • Sunset wine & cheese cruises
  • Beach Picnic Hampers
  • Spa treatments
  • Turtle Tour (Dec - April)

All Rooms Feature:

  • Balcony or terrace
  • Ceiling fans
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea/Coffee making facilities
  • Beach towels
  • Clock radio
  • Ironing facilities
  • Extra pillows & blankets
  • En-suite bathroom with shower
  • Hairdryers
  • Umbrellas

Heron Beachside Suites, Point, Wistari and Beach House also offer:

  • Bathrobes & slippers
  • Coffee plungers
  • Mini Bar
  • CD player
  • Evening turndown*
  • Air-conditioning*
  • *Unavailable in Heron Beachside suites

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 or Queen + single bed or Queen + 2x single beds.

Reef Rooms 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.
Reef Family Rooms may be available on request - Please note that views of the beach can not be guaranteed at time of booking and are subject to availability. Queen + day bed or Queen + 2x single beds.

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. King + day bed or 2x single beds + day bed.  Air conditioning not in Beachside Suites

Wistari Suites are situated within a secluded garden setting with filtered ocean views and offer maximum privacy. Interiors are spacious and include a living area with sofa and armchair and separate sleeping area with King or 2x single beds. Wistari Suites are air-conditioned and have a mini-bar, CD player and telephone in the room.  A private outdoor terrace features wooden furniture and a two person hammock. The Suites are a short stroll away from the central resort facilities, beach and walking tracks.

Point Suites are set in a premium position with an outlook that offers uninterrupted reef views and magical sunsets over the Great Barrier Reef. Suites are within easy access of the resort amenities. Point Suites are spacious and include a large ensuite and separate dressing room. A generous living area extends through glass doors to an extensive outdoor terrace with sun lounges and walking out onto the lawn and resort gardens.  Point Suites are air-conditioned and enjoy a range of in-room comforts including a mini bar, a CD player and phone. King or 2x single beds.

The Beach House is located beachside and set within a grove of trees, offering filtered ocean views and a private boardwalk that provides direct access to the beach. With only one Beach House on offer, this accommodation offers maximum privacy and is located a short stroll away
from the central resort facilities and restaurant. The Beach House is air conditioned and features a separate bedroom, with spacious ensuite including a bath and shower. An expansive living area features an oversized sofa and work desk and opens out onto a private patio with outdoor furniture and outdoor shower. King + day bed.

Couples Special for Beach House, Point & Wistari Suites:
Bottle of wine on arrival, evening canapés, nightly turndown service and complimentary snorkelling equipment for 2 adults for the duration of their stay.

Kids Special!
Children 12 years and under stay free using existing bedding. Children eat free when dining with a paying adult at buffet restaurants or from the children's menu.

The Junior Ranger program is runs over the Queensland School Holidays.  It is $65/child to register. There are 2 sessions daily and can be from 30 minutes to 2 hours.  Activities include tree planting, reef walking, beach combing, badge making etc;

DIVE PACKAGE UPGRADE (additional charges apply):
Includes 5 Standard Dives to Heron or Wistari Reefs including air, scuba, weights and boat trip. Additional charges will apply to Children 10-12 years and they may only dive if fully certified and accompanied by an adult. With Gear includes BCD & Regulator. (Minimum 3 night stay).

SPA PACKAGE UPGRADE (additional charges apply):
Includes a Spa consultation to determine best treatments, welcome bottle of Australian Sparkling Wine & two treatments per person for a maximum two hours!

Please Note: There is no mobile coverage on Heron

Getting There:

Heron Island lies on the Tropic of Capricorn (23 degrees south of the equator), 72 kilometres NE off the coast from Gladstone, central Queensland.

A courtesy coach transfer from Gladstone airport to Gladstone Marina is available. The boat service departs Gladstone Marina at 11.00am daily, duration approx 2hrs.

For self drivers - A car park is available at the Gladstone Marina.  This is a secure car park that is locked 24hrs a day and is patrolled by security at night time. 
Rates start at $9.00 per day for outdoor parking and $45.00 per week
Rates start at $11.00 per day for undercover parking and $55 per week

 
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from now until 31 March 2012
Turtle Room PER NIGHT
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, sole use $377
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $399
Reef Room PER NIGHT
Reef Room - Meal Deal, sole use $457
Reef Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $479
Heron Beachside Suite PER NIGHT
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $577
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $599
Point Suite PER NIGHT
Point Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $777
Point Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $799
Wistari Suite PER NIGHT
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $777
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $799
The Beach House PER NIGHT
Beach House - Meal Deal, sole use $807
Beach House - Meal Deal, 2 people $829
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 01 April 2012 until 03 April 2012
Turtle Room PER NIGHT
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, sole use $376
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $398
Reef Room PER NIGHT
Reef Room - Meal Deal, sole use $477
Reef Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $499
Heron Beachside Suite PER NIGHT
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $607
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $629
Point Suite PER NIGHT
Point Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $807
Point Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $829
Wistari Suite PER NIGHT
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $807
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $829
The Beach House PER NIGHT
Beach House - Meal Deal, sole use $847
Beach House - Meal Deal, 2 people $869
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 04 April 2012 until 16 April 2012
Turtle Room PER NIGHT
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, sole use $437
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $459
Reef Room PER NIGHT
Reef Room - Meal Deal, sole use $517
Reef Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $539
Heron Beachside Suite PER NIGHT
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $647
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $669
Point Suite PER NIGHT
Point Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $847
Point Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $869
Wistari Suite PER NIGHT
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $847
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $869
The Beach House PER NIGHT
Beach House - Meal Deal, sole use $877
Beach House - Meal Deal, 2 people $899
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 17 April 2012 until 13 December 2012
Turtle Room PER NIGHT
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, sole use $376
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $398
Reef Room PER NIGHT
Reef Room - Meal Deal, sole use $477
Reef Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $499
Heron Beachside Suite PER NIGHT
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $607
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $629
Point Suite PER NIGHT
Point Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $807
Point Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $829
Wistari Suite PER NIGHT
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $807
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $829
The Beach House PER NIGHT
Beach House - Meal Deal, sole use $847
Beach House - Meal Deal, 2 people $869
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 14 December 2012 until 14 January 2013
Turtle Room PER NIGHT
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, sole use $437
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $459
Reef Room PER NIGHT
Reef Room - Meal Deal, sole use $517
Reef Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $539
Heron Beachside Suite PER NIGHT
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $647
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $669
Point Suite PER NIGHT
Point Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $847
Point Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $869
Wistari Suite PER NIGHT
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $847
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $869
The Beach House PER NIGHT
Beach House - Meal Deal, sole use $877
Beach House - Meal Deal, 2 people $899
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 15 January 2013 until 26 March 2013
Turtle Room PER NIGHT
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, sole use $376
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $398
Reef Room PER NIGHT
Reef Room - Meal Deal, sole use $477
Reef Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $499
Heron Beachside Suite PER NIGHT
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $607
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $629
Point Suite PER NIGHT
Point Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $807
Point Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $829
Wistari Suite PER NIGHT
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $807
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $829
The Beach House PER NIGHT
Beach House - Meal Deal, sole use $847
Beach House - Meal Deal, 2 people $869
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
Prices valid from 27 March 2013 until 31 March 2013
Turtle Room PER NIGHT
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, sole use $437
Turtle Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $459
Reef Room PER NIGHT
Reef Room - Meal Deal, sole use $517
Reef Room - Meal Deal, 2 people $539
Heron Beachside Suite PER NIGHT
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $647
Beachside Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $669
Point Suite PER NIGHT
Point Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $847
Point Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $869
Wistari Suite PER NIGHT
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, sole use $847
Wistari Suite - Meal Deal, 2 people $869
The Beach House PER NIGHT
Beach House - Meal Deal, sole use $877
Beach House - Meal Deal, 2 people $899
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
Prices valid from now until 31 March 2012
SPA Package $270.00
5 Dive Package (no gear) $300.00
Prices valid from now until 31 March 2013
Heli - one way, per child $200.00
Heli - one way, per adult $370.00
Launch - return, per child $99.50
Launch - return, per adult $199.00
Launch - one way, per child $49.75
Launch - one way, per adult $99.50
Prices valid from 01 April 2012 until 31 March 2013
Extra Adult + Meal Package $139.00
Extra Child + Meal Package $69.00
Spa Package per person $285.00
CURRENCY CONVERTER
WE DO NOT CHARGE BOOKING FEES OR CREDIT CARD SURCHARGES
CALL US AND SPEAK TO ONE OF OUR LOCAL CONSULTANTS FOR
EXCELLENT PERSONALISED SERVICE AND LOCAL KNOWLEDGE FREECALL: 1800 663 396
INTERNATIONAL CALLERS: +617 40402100

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