Adventurers are flocking to a stunning tropical island in Queensland that has been dubbed the ‘Aussie Maldives’ it is so beautiful.
Lizard Island – situated 240 kilometres from Cairns and some 27 kilometres off the coast of northern Queensland – has been called the ‘most romantic place on earth by actress Kate Hudson.
This is thanks to its 24 white sand beaches, the rugged coastline and crystal clear waters, which are perfect for snorkelling, diving and spotting fish including tuna, mahi-mahi, mackerel and queenfish.
Adventurers are flocking to a stunning tropical island in Queensland that has been dubbed the ‘Aussie Maldives’ it is so beautiful (pictured)
Lizard Island – situated 240km from Cairns and some 27km off the coast of northern Queensland – has been called the ‘most romantic place on earth by actress Kate Hudson
The island has 24 white sand beaches, rugged coastline and crystal clear waters, which are perfect for snorkelling, diving and spotting fish (the island pictured)
While most of the island is national park and therefore teeming with wildlife, many travellers visit for the incredibly luxurious accommodation epitomised by the Lizard Island Resort.
A stay at the five-star villas offers luxury accommodation, gourmet meals daily, picnic hampers, unlimited alcohol and unrivalled views of the island and Coral Sea.
Lizard Island Resort’s villas and suites have been designed to be in harmony with the natural beauty of the island and its surrounding ocean waters, and every room has floor to ceiling windows while many have private plunge pools for guests to cool off.
Lizard Island Resort is accessible by private air charter from Cairns Airport that services direct flights to and from most major Australian airports.
While most of the island is national park and therefore teeming with wildlife, many travellers visit for the incredibly luxurious accommodation epitomised by the Lizard Island Resort
A stay at the five-star villas offers luxury accommodation, gourmet meals daily, picnic hampers, unlimited alcohol and unrivalled views of the island and Coral Sea (sunset pictured)
Many travellers on Instagram shared snaps of their experiences doing everything from hiking to the top of the island at sunrise for 360 degree views to snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef
Lizard Island (pictured) is the northern most island resort on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef – 240 kilometres north of Cairns (map pictured)
While life on Lizard Island doesn’t come cheap – with room rates starting from around $1,500 – there is still plenty to see and do on the island that won’t set you back too much cash.
Many travellers on Instagram have shared snaps of their experiences doing everything from hiking to the top of the island at sunrise for 360 degree views to snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef in some of the best spots including Clam Garden and Blue Lagoon.
Others have enjoyed paddle boarding or a meal at the resort’s Salt Water Restaurant, which mainly features produce from Far North Queensland, as well as fresh seafood and a South East Asian twist.
Dishes are paired with wines hand selected for the resort by Australian sommelier and wine critic Jeremy Oliver.
Those who have visited Lizard Island have alternately described it as ‘incredible’, ‘paradise’ and a ‘treat’ (the island pictured)
A stay at the five-star villas offers luxury accommodation, gourmet meals daily, picnic hampers, unlimited alcohol and unrivalled views of the island and Coral Sea (pictured)
Those who have visited Lizard Island have alternately described it as ‘incredible’, ‘paradise’ and a ‘treat’.
‘My husband and I had the pleasure of staying at Lizard Island Resort over Christmas and Boxing Day, 2020. The magical time that we spent on the island was, without a doubt, our best vacation yet and we will forever remember each moment, person and beautiful experience whilst on our stay on the island,’ one recent reviewer posted.
Another added: ‘This is the best place on earth. Amazing experience – beautiful scenery, incredible coral reefs and diving, and most importantly an A* team who couldn’t have looked after us better’.
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