With emphasis on the titular island and the surrounding Great Barrier Reef, Lizard Island offers five-star experiences to match the five-star accommodation. The experienced and enthusiastic staff and guides will assist where needed. Either explore on your own at your leisure, or be accompanied by an expert guide at additional cost.
Enjoy unlimited use of non-motorised water sports including stand-up paddleboards, clear view sea kayaks, and snorkelling gear, as well as motorised dinghies to beach hop between white-sand beaches.
Discover a kaleidoscopic display of aquatic life in the surrounds of the island. Some estimated 1,500 different fish species exist within the region, with favourite species including Potato Cod, Giant Grouper, schooling trevallies, giant sweetlips, reef sharks, olive sea snakes, green turtles, rays, cuttlefish, anemone fish, giant clams, 300 species of hard coral in surrounding coral gardens, and more. Dolphins are often seen in the region, and seasonal Humpback and Minke whale watching is available between July to September.
Private vessel charters for fishing, snorkelling, dive excursions, or simply basking on the deck of a yacht can all be organised in advance at additional cost. Each journey is accompanied by a skipper who will tailor an itinerary to suit your preferences, including a consultation prior to travel, refreshments, and complimentary gear hire.
On land, take a serene, self-paced journey through the waters of Anchor Bay, go stargazing, stretch and unwind with yoga, enjoy a picnic hamper in an isolated spot on the beach, hike to the highest point of the island at Cook’s Look, or venture on a nature walk and talk with the island’s resident naturalists looking for birds and other wildlife.
Alongside optional add-ons including a Research Station tour and the on-site Essentia Day Spa, there’s activities for all kinds of adventurers at Lizard Island.