Orpheus Island Resort is a luxury island resort afloat on the living kaleidoscope of the Great Barrier Reef. Fringed by bays of unspoilt sandy beaches, wreathed in spectacular coral gardens, invigorated with native flora and fauna, Orpheus Island is as captivating as the music of the legendary lyre player.

Since the 1930's, the serene Orpheus Island has quietly lured those seeking sanctuary from the rest of the world. The enchanted isle stretches for 11 kms through warm, clear waters of the Coral Sea, 24 kms off the Queensland coast between Townsville and Cairns.

From the moment you board the scenic flight transfer to watch the passing of emerald islands studding the Coral Sea below you will begin to feel the burdens of modern life slip away ...suddenly your life will begin to slide by in a succession of relaxed, crystal-clear days.

The enchanted isle rises from the sky-blue Coral Sea before you. The magical deeds of the mythical Orpheus are evident all around. With warm, clear waters and fine fringing reef just metres from the shore, Orpheus is a stepping stone to an underwater paradise for divers, snorkellers and paddlers alike.

1100 species of fish and 340 of the 350 known species of Reef coral can be found in the underwater gardens of the Island’s several sheltered bays.

The channel at the southern point of Orpheus is believed to host the Reef’s largest range of soft corals.

The fathomless wonders of the Outer Reef are just a boat charter away. Native flora and fauna surround you from spiky grass trees to elegant wild orchids, from Yellow-bellied Sunbirds to soaring Ospreys, from Reef Herons to Green Turtles.

LOCATION:
On Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef, 190km (120 miles) south of Cairns and 80km (50 miles) north of Townsville.

ACCESS:
Access to the resort is by the Orpheus seaplane.
A scenic flight transfer service operates daily from Townsville (30 minutes).

RESORT AMENITIES:
Spoil Yourself on Orpheus

• Reception is open from 7:00am to 6:00pm
• Postal service
• 1 open air restaurant
• 2 bars
• Quiet lounge area
• 2 swimming pools
• Heated spa
• Luxury 32 foot catamaran
• Laundry service (dry cleaning not available)
• Day and night tennis court (equipment provided)
• Water sports centre
• Gymnasium
• Recreation room
• Internet kiosk
• Major credit cards accepted - guest telephone and facsmile facilities
  

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES:

• Scuba diving,
• Game fishing,
• Outer reef and seaplane charters.
• 1 restaurant,
• 2 bars,
• Quiet lounge area,
• Boutique,
• Tennis court,
• 2 swimming pools,
• Heated spa,
• Water sports centre,
• Gymnasium,
• Recreation room with television, video, games and billiard table.

TARIFF INCLUSIONS:

Accommodation, all meals, use of tennis court, pools, motorised dinghies, canoes, catamarans, paddle skis, snorkelling equipment, light fishing gear and selected interpretive activities.

The accommodation at Orpheus is sophisticated and inviting – all just a stone’s throw from the water’s edge. You will be unobtrusively looked after in unpretentious comfort – with minimal fuss and maximum care.

The Orpheus Retreat rooms are a studio style and come complete with their own private patio and personal spa.

The Nautilus Suites are very spacious offering a huge private patio, separate lounge and bedroom area and personal spa.

Room Amenities
All 21 rooms contain the following amenities and facilities

• Air-conditioning
• Ceiling fans
• King size bed (or 2 singles on request)
• CD player
• Small music selection
• Aroma-therapy oil burner
• Quality toiletries
• Mini bar
• Tea and coffee facilities
• Bathrobe and slippers
• Hair Dryers

Orpheus Island Resort