VENUE IN THE SPOTLIGHT: LIZARD ISLAND

Lizard Island is located 240 kilometres north of Cairns and 27 kilometres off the coast. From Cairns guests enjoy a scenic 60-minute flight to the island, over spectacular views of the Great Barrier Reef and coast.

The island enjoys an average year-round temperature of 27° C.

The resort has implemented the necessary restrictions across some activities and experiences to align with its COVID Safe Plan and the requirements imposed by the QLD Government and local dive authorities.

Luxurious Lizard Island Resort is the northernmost resort on the Great Barrier Reef.

ALL INCLUSIVE LUXURY

Along with luxury accommodation and outstanding service, all stays are packaged with complimentary offerings that include:

• Gourmet meals daily
• Unlimited non-alcoholic beverages
• A fine selection of wine, beer, and spirits
• Your own in-room mini bar, restocked daily
• Deluxe picnic hampers for private beach outings
• Access to your own private motorised dinghy
• Unlimited use of stand-up paddleboards
• Unlimited use of clear view sea kayaks
• Guided tours and walks
• Snorkelling gear for the duration of your stay

Please note that WIFI is available in common guest areas, around the pool and lounge, as well as in The Pavilion and The Villa. Mobile phone coverage, however, is not available on Lizard Island.

ROOMS & SUITES

Lizard Island’s elegant, yet understated, villas and suites have been designed to be harmonious with the island’s natural beauty and surrounding sea.

Floor to ceiling windows allow the outdoor vistas and natural light to stream inside.

GROUP DINING VENUES

Salt Water Restaurant – Up to 80 guests

Simple and relaxed with an emphasis on fresh local produce and the flavours of modern Australian cuisine, this idyllic setting takes full advantage of its sea views.

Beachside Dining – Up to 80 guests

Beachside dining sets up in the sand on Anchor Bay so guests enjoy a ‘bare foot’ dining experience with gas flares scattered around the beach.

Marlin Bar – Up to 80 guests

With a casual feel, a giant marlin and fully functional kitchen, this is a true fisherman’s bar. Marlin Bar can cater for a-la-carte and buffet style service, and a large plasma TV is available for presentations.

Beachside Pavilions – Up to 16 guests

Perfect for watching the sunset while enjoying quality F&B, each of the two Beachside Pavilions can accommodate up to 8 guests.

Arrival Gazebo – Up to 20 guests

This venue is located next to the resort’s Driftwood Bar at one end of Salt Water Restaurant. Gas flares are scattered for ambiance.

Poolside – Up to 100 guests

This stand-up cocktail venue includes dispense bar, gas flares and neon pool lighting for ambiance.

EXPERIENCES

Lizard Island offers a wide range of activities that provide opportunities to fully immerse yourself in the natural attractions of the island and surrounding Great Barrier Reef.

Complimentary experiences include:

• Explore Anchor and Watson’s bay on a stand up paddle board or clear sea view kayaks
• Motorised dinghies
• Snorkelling equipment and lessons
• Tennis – day and night with all equipment supplied
• Picnic hampers for romantic and secluded beachside lunches
• Stand up paddle board
• Nature slide presentations
• Gymnasium
• Self-Guided nature walks
• Naturalist guided Island walks

Private Vessel Charters

The resort offers private charters for fishing, scenic tours, exploring the reef with snorkelling and dive excursions or spending the day relaxing on the water.

Charter itineraries can be tailored to suit your preferences and offer a premium experience that best caters for the weather and tides on the day.

Light snacks and refreshments, lunch with full day charters, and complimentary gear hire, are included.

A range of guided island and reef snorkelling, kayak snorkelling and Scuba dive experiences are also available. Be sure to contact us for pricing and to discuss your preferred requirements.

On-Island Experiences

Lizard Island Resort offers a suite of walking experiences of varying levels of difficulty around the island. From bird watching, and a sunset nature walk, to the 3-hour hike up to Cook’s Look, there’s something to suit everyone here.

There’s also a Research Station tour, as well as Star Gazing experiences and yoga, stretch and balance sessions.

For more information, simply leave us a note in the form below, or CALL US [1300 935 669] to discuss your specific requirements.

We’d love to hear from you!