Orpheus Island

Located just 80km north of Townsville amidst the magical waters of the Great Barrier Reef, Orpheus is a secluded island stretching across 11km of immaculate turquoise coastline and comprising 1,368 hectares of pristine National Park and surrounding World Heritage-listed Marine Park.

Providing comfort in a laid-back luxe setting it is easily accessible from Townsville Airport.  One of the best ways to get to the island is via a 25 minute scenic flight over the picturesque coral-studded sea. 

Accommodation and the lodge is laid without fanfare along a ribbon of serene beach, nestled in the shelter of Hazard Bay on the western-side of the island. The resort features beachfront rooms, suites and villas, a main pavilion bar and alfresco-style dining area, a restaurant, a reading room and an inviting infinity pool that mirrors the Coral Sea.

With a unique ambience and a beautiful balance between contemporary and minimalist island aesthetic, the newly refurbished accommodation ensures a tranquil sanctuary for you to unwind in, whilst private terraces boast Coral Sea views, languid sea breezes and serene Orpheus sunsets.  All rooms offer natural colour schemes, crisp white linen, 32 inch LED TV’s, iPod docks and Daintree Essentials guest amenities.

Resort Inclusions:

• All gourmet meals
• Complimentary inclusion of selected regional wines, beers and soft drinks
• Dining with the Tides experience
• One nature-based experience each day e.g. snorkelling, fishing, sunset cruise or local island tour
• Unlimited use of motorised dinghies, catamarans, sea kayaks, snorkelling equipment and light fishing tackle

The resort accommodates just 34 indulged guests (17 couples) at any one time so Orpheus can become your own private sanctuary!

Goddess Tip:

The island’s signature dining experience is Dining with the Tides. One evening of your stay, enjoy a private dinner on the pier backlit by the sun’s setting rays over the Coral Sea. Your intimate dinner for two will be served under a starlit canopy and minimal interruptions will ensure a unique and romantic dining experience.

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