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The Resort
Lady Elliot Island is the most southerly island within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, making it the closest reef island to all southern capitals. It is located on a true coral cay surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef, a diver's paradise with its own airstrip and offering a relaxed and low-key atmosphere.
The island is a part of the Bunker Group which include Heron & Lady Musgrave Islands, and all of them are famous for their unspoilt coral reefs, marine and birdlife. It is a popular scuba diving and snorkelling location due to its interesting dive sites. the resort has no phones, no TV, no radio & no hassles.
Lady Elliot Island's natural beauty and unique environment has earned its place as part of a World Heritage listed area. the resort is low key, relaxed and environmentally oriented, with important turtle and bird rookeries. It also boasts a reef education centre for a close up on nature.
Our consultants regularly visit Lady Elliot Island to improve their product knowledge - view some of their recent photos here.
Accommodation - see
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Lady Elliot Island Resort has 49 rooms and is suitable for families, couples and singles. The resort offers the choice of unique styles of accommodation, all exhibit a casual atmosphere, are fan cooled and free of the usual distractions of working life - no TVs, radios or telephones.
Activities
Turtle nesting and hatching occur seasonally in front of Island Suites & Reef Units. An abundance of nature including nesting seabirds and humpback whales, also seasonal, brings nature to your doorstep. Guided nature and reef walks allows you to explore the island, while snorkelling, diving and glass bottom boat tours let you discover the magic of the sea.
Scuba divers may come face to face with a manta ray or moray eel and snorkellers can see the giant rainbow coloured parrot fish or the beautiful coral trout.
In season Lady Elliot Island plays host to a wide variety of wildlife including nesting turtles (Oct to Apr), whale watching (Jul to Oct) and is a rookery for migrating seabirds.
Dining
Breakfast and dinner are included in the tariff each day. The main restaurant offers buffet style dining with a menu featuring local seafoods and tropical fruits in a relaxed and open environment. The adjoining verandah bar overlooks the reef and provides a meeting place for guests to exchange experiences at the end of the day's adventures. The poolside bistro and bar provides light snacks and refreshments throughout the day.
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Reservations & Enquiries...
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Phone (Australia)
1800 456 236 (International)
+617 3100 7999
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Facilities
• Airstrip • Boat charter • Conference area • Departure lounge • Dive shop • Fishing • Glass bottom boats • Guest laundry • Library • Poolside bar & bistro • Playground • Restaurant • Shop • Reef education centre • Swimming pool • Tour guides • Verandah bar • Water sports & gear
Inclusions
• Daily breakfast & dinner • Daily partial room service • Glass bottom boat tour • Guided reef & island tours • Snorkelling equipment • Sports & many island activities • Use of resort facilities • Guided turtle tour (in season) • Guided bird tour (in season)
Extras
• Fishing trips • Scuba PADI courses • Scenic flights • Snorkelling excursions • Scuba night & adventure dives
Communications
Internet: • Nil • For recharging batteries, power supply is 240v 60hz, adapters may not be available at the resort.
Telephones: • Resort Payphone only (PhoneCards available for purchase)
Mobile Phones: • Nil • International visitors check with your own phone supplier for access in Australia.
Events & Conferences - capacity 50
Lady Elliot Island Resort has a conference room with seating for 50 delegates with natural lighting in a quiet environment. For assistance please contact our
Groups Specialist.
Getting There
Lady Elliot Island lies 80 km north east of Bundaberg and has its own airstrip. Daily air transfers operate between Hervey Bay, Bundaberg, the Gold Coast, Brisbane (with hotel pick up) and Sunshine Coast except for Christmas Day or New Year's Day. Regular flights are available from Brisbane to Bundaberg and Hervey Bay. A personal baggage limit of 10 kilograms applies and a charge will be incurred for extra baggage. All necessary dive gear can be hired on the island. Transfers do not operate on Christmas or New Year's Day.
Children
Families are welcome and Lady Elliot Island Resort has a playground, videos, bubble blowers, games and activities for children. Junior Reef Rangers Club (3 to 12 years) is available free during Queensland School Holidays. Babysitting is upon request and subject to availability.
Awards
• 2003 - Travel + Leisure (US) World's Best Awards "Top 10 Islands - Great Barrier Reef Islands"
• 2003 - Travel Channel (US) World's Best Lists " Experience Nature Top 10 - Great Barrier Reef"
Lady Elliot Island Reviews -
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"We all agreed that Lady Elliot Island was the best holiday we've ever had. We loved that it was simple and unspoiled. The diving was spectacular, the wildlife memorable and every day an adventure.
Full and exciting days combined with peaceful and quiet nights left us all feeling relaxed and rested. We are planning our return trip! Thanks for arranging everything so well, everything went smoothly..."Jenny L. & family, Sydney, Australia
Climate
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