Heron Island Resort   (Self-Rated)

A Heron holiday combines the rare excitement of nature with all the comforts of an international resort. The reef experience on Heron Island Resort is exclusively for guests, a unique experience few other resorts in the world can offer.

Location
A relaxed island lifestyle that sets Heron apart, a sophisticated yet casual resort atmosphere. Here the emphasis is on exploring and discovering the natural attractions that have made Heron Island famous around the world. Join a guided reef walk to learn more about the unique ecology of the Great Barrier Reef or snorkel off the beach and come face to face with the kaleidoscope of marine life just below the surface.

Rooms
Heron Island Resort has a total of 109 guestrooms in 5 different grades to offer a peaceful stay.

Restaurant
Dining options include Shearwater Restaurant and Pandanus Lounge and Baillie's Bar, offering features panoramic reef views, with a cocktail bar, entertainment lounge, dance floor and a mezzanine level library area.

General
The meeting room accommodates up to 110 delegates in theatre style, and hosts any type of event. When it is the time for leisure, guests can relax in the swimming pool or play some board games. In addition, a wide range of sports and activities are also can be enjoyed here.

Voyages Heron Island lies 72 kms NE off the coast from Gladstone. Regular flights are available from all Australian capital cities to Gladstone with Qantas. Gladstone is a 1 hour and 20 minute flight from Brisbane (or a 6 hour drive).

Boat Transfer
Arrival: The boat transfer service departs Gladstone Marina at 11.00 am daily, final check-in time is 10.30 am if not arriving off a flight at the airport. The courtesy transfer to the Marina leaves the airport daily at 10.15 am, after the arrival of the early morning flights into Gladstone.
Departure: The boat transfer departs Heron Island at approximately 2.00 pm Island time or 1.00 pm EST. Arrival time into Gladstone is approximately 3.45 pm EST and a courtesy transfer is available for immediate transfer to the airport.

Please Note: This service does not operate on Christmas Day.

Helicopter
Australian Helicopters depart Gladstone Airport daily on demand during daylight hours (generally 0800 - 1800). The flight takes 30 min