If you're looking for something out of the ordinary, then Lizard Island should be top of the list. This is without question, one of Australia's premier resorts. Being right on the Great Barrier Reef is rare enough, but Lizard Island offers the full spectrum - both the inner and outer Reef experiences.

Here you can snorkel off a secluded beach to discover a garden of giant clams, many a metre long and some reputed to be over 120 years old. And there are 23 more soft, powdery white beaches just waiting to be explored. Lizard Island is renowned for its diving. At the world famous 'Cod Hole', you'll come face to face with a massive yet curious Potato Cod swimming right up to inspect you with child-like curiosity.

Whilst the fish may not respect your privacy, we certainly will. In fact, we'll pack a picnic lunch for two and guide you to a 'private beach' to enjoy this magic location undisturbed.

There are many magnificent walks, and on at least one you can expect to glimpse a Monitor, the lizard after which the island was named. Healthy appetites are then rewarded with superb dining - fresh local produce prepared with European and Asian influence.

You'll find all meals and most activities are included in the tariff and although remote, access is easy.

• Reception is open from 8.00am to 8.00pm
• Major credit cards accepted
• Limited foreign exchange and travellers cheque facilities. (personal cheques are not accepted)
• Guest facsimile facilities
• Book and games library
• Island boutique
• First aid clinic
• Freshwater swimming pool
• Tennis court - night & day (equipment supplied)
• Daily laundry service (dry cleaning service is not available)
• Safety deposit facilities
• Postal service
• The Pavilion Day Spa offering a range of massages, facials and other body treatments.
• Gymnasium
• Disabled facilities available.
• Guest Departure Lounge (with internet access)

Lizard Island Activities

Complimentary Activities
• Catamarans & paddle skis
• Glass bottom boat trips
• Motorised dinghies
• Snorkelling equipment and lessons
• Tennis - day & night (equipment supplied)
• Picnic hampers for beachside lunches
• Self-guided island walks and nature trails
• Nature slide presentations
• Gymnasium

Other Activities (charges apply)
• Diving and snorkelling trips to the inner or outer Reef
• Diving tuition - limited
• Night diving
• Full or half day private game fishing on MV Coocoran (Black Marlin season is from September to November)
• Pavilion Spa treatments
• Research station tours
• Lizard Island Dive & Fishing Charters

* Please note - some activities subject to weather conditions

Lizard Island Location

Lizard Island is Australia's northern most island resort, located 240 kilometres north of Cairns and 27 kilometres off the coast of North Queensland. It is a National Park covering 1,013 hectares with 24 sandy beaches and a lagoon.  

Lizard Island - Azure Spa

The essence of Lizard Island is infused in every spa treatment at the Azure Spa. The Island's timeless beauty, its pristine white sands and tranquil clear blue waters are at once the inspiration and foundation of many of its signature treatments.

The Azure Spa offers a range of treatments that fuse ancient secrets and essential elements with therapies designed to provide total harmony between health, beauty and nature. Each therapy is a blend of marine and other natural elements designed to balance the physical and emotional body whilst refreshing the mind and spirit.

How do I get to Lizard Island?

Air Connections

To Cairns
Regular flights are available from all major capital cities in Australia to Cairns Domestic Airport (CNS) with Qantas (QF), Jetstar (JQ), and Virgin Blue (DJ). Ask Voyages for the best available airfares.

To Lizard Island
From Cairns enjoy a scenic 60 minute flight to Lizard Island (LZR). Witness spectacular views of the coast, the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding islands. This service is operated daily by Macair (CC) which operates out of the Qantas check-in counter at Cairns Airport.

Set right on the Great Barrier Reef and boasting its own beautiful fringing reefs, Lizard Island has the advantage of being able to offer divers both half and full day reef experiences. Lizard's purpose-built dive boat, the MV Serranidae, operates full day excursions to stunning Inner and Outer Reef dive sites, including the world famous Cod Hole, renowned for its huge, but friendly, Potato Cod.

Diving activities on Lizard Island
• Full day diving & snorkelling trips to the Inner and Outer Great Barrier Reef, including the Cod Hole
• Half day reef trips
• Night diving
• Local diving on sites around Lizard Island
• Discover Scuba - an Introduction to Scuba
• PADI Open Water Referral Course - this course must be pre-booked

Lizard Island Dive Sites

Lizard Island is a continental island situated 28km from the North Queensland coast. The island is surrounded by fringing reef, and it is only a 50 minute boat trip to the legendary Outer Great Barrier Reef. A variety of diverse dive locations are available for all levels of diving experience. This northern section of the Great Barrier Reef is renowned for its water clarity and amazing variety of coral species and marine life which attracts visitors from all around the world.

All of our dive sites are under protection of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.

Lizard Island Room Features

All rooms contain the following amenities and facilities

• Air Conditioning
• Ceiling Fans
• Work Desk
• Guest Stationery
• Direct Dial ISD/STD Telephone
• Modem Access
• CD Player
• Aroma-therapy Oil Burner
• Feature Books
• Fully Stocked Mini Bar
• Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
• Bath Robes
• Beach Towels
• Umbrellas
• Hair Dryers
• Iron & Ironing Board
• Private Deck
• Evening Turndown Service

Lizard Island Room Information

The Pavilion

Perched high above the Coral Sea and set on the point of Sunset Ridge, The Pavilion combines complete privacy with a spectacular 270 degree panorama of Anchor Bay, Osprey Island and Sunset Beach.

Extensively refurbished mid 2003, a new expansive decking area incorporates a private plunge pool, sunlounges and a daybed area, inviting guests to relax and take in the stunning views. Leaving the balcony to stroll down a private path, guests will discover another secluded area where chairs and a table have been perfectly positioned to make the most of sea breezes and gorgeous views.

Inside, the Pavilion offers every comfort. Bollinger and a deluxe fruit bowl greet guests on arrival. A laptop computer for downloading and sending emails and high powered binoculars are among some of the special features.

Sunset Point Villas

Sunset Point Villas are set high on Sunset Ridge amongst native eucalyptus bushland. Providing filtered sea views over Anchor Bay or Sunset Beach, these Villas offer privacy and easy access to a string of secluded beaches. Each Villa has a private deck with comfortable Australian timber squatter chairs and a hammock. Inside, the mix of colours and textures creates a calm retreat with the surrounding coastal bushland the inspiration for the understated and elegant design.

Anchor Bay Suites

Set in a broad sweeping arc along Anchor Bay, with easy access to the main Lodge, Anchor Bay Suites offer captivating sea views and each has a pathway leading directly to the beach. Seamlessly blending indoors and out in an elegant and spacious open plan design, a large verandah with daybed is one of the many designer comforts.

Anchor Bay Rooms

Located in a tropical garden setting with easy access to Anchor Bay and the beach, Anchor Bay Rooms have a private balcony with hammock. Interiors are compact but comfortable. Family Rooms offer two separate sleeping areas.

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