Great Barrier Reef - Queensland Islands
On October 26, 1981, the Great Barrier Reef was inscribed onto the World Heritage list. The Park covers 345,000 square kilometres and is both the largest World Heritage listed natural area and marine protected area.
The Great Barrier Reef is made up of more than 2,900 reefs, 600 continental islands and 300 coral cays, the Reef extends 2,300 kilometres from the tip of Cape York to just south of Gladstone and is between 60km and 250km in width.
There are approximately 1,500 species of fish, 360 species of coral, one third of the world's soft coral, up to 8,000 species of molluscs, between 400-500 species of algae, 600 species of echinoderm, 17 species of sea snakes, 22 species of seabirds, 32 species of shorebirds, 6 species of marine turtles, and 30 species of cetaceans.
From secluded natural havens for the ultimate in peace and solitude, to family holidays overflowing with options, Voyages' island resorts offer you a genuinely unique experience every time.
Queensland Island Resort Accommodation
Voyages' premium island destinations, Lizard and Wilson Islands, all have something to offer "above and beyond" the classic Voyages offerings. They deliver personalised service, exquisite food and a host of activities in distinctly unique and intimate settings on the Great Barrier Reef.
Voyages' classic island destinations, Brampton and Heron Islands, offer a diversity of experiences including family friendly adventures, great diving and relaxing beach holidays combined with comfortable resort surroundings.
Lizard Island
Located right on the spectacular Great Barrier Reef, fringed with coral reefs and 24 powdery white beaches. Lizard Island is an idyllic retreat offering sensational diving and snorkelling, reef fishing, gourmet beach picnics and indulgent spa treatments. Featuring 40 elegant villas, Lizard Island is reserved for a fortunate few.
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Wilson Island
Wilson Island is a tiny coral cay and part of the Great Barrier Reef. Its pristine waters host an unimaginable variety of marine life including colourful coral and fish. With designer-inspired tents for just 12 guests, Wilson Island gives you the opportunity to connect with nature.
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Brampton Island
A fun, tropical Whitsunday Island. Brampton Island is almost entirely national park with twelve golden sandy beaches. Sitting at the southern entrance of the Whitsunday Passage, Brampton is a blue water, white sand tropical island. Enjoy exciting activities and fantastic snorkelling. Brampton Island is all about fun, relaxation and pure escapism.
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Heron Island
Heron Island is located on a true coral cay on the Great Barrier Reef. Being an ecological resort, you will be fascinated by your natural surroundings and marvel at life on the reef. Underwater, you can come across turtles, manta rays, colourful fish and other magnificent marine life.
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