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Lizard Island is considered one of Australia’s most stylish and luxurious island retreats and is located in the remote northerly section of the Great Barrier Reef. The island is rimmed by 24 powdery white sand beaches and fringed with colourful coral reefs.  Dining is one of Lizard Island's many pleasures. There is a relaxed lounge with bar and Osprey's Restaurant which offers a menu that changes daily to show case the finest local produce and freshest seafood. As can be imagined activities at Lizard Island are all about the Great Barrier Reef - a World Heritage Site extending 2,000 kilometres along Australia’s east coast. This is the world's most extensive coral reef system and is one of the richest areas in terms of faunal diversity containing the largest collection of coral reefs, with 400 types of coral, 1,500 species of fish, and 4,000 types of mollusc. Scuba diving, snorkelling and fishing safaris can be arranged locally. The kitchen will happily provide you with a picnic hamper and you can head off to find a private beach on which to spend the day lazing and swimming. Out of the water you may like to play tennis, work out at the gym, climb the craggy peak of Cook’s Look Out, walk a guided nature trail or treat yourself to pampering treatments at Azure Spa, afterall – Lizard Island is about indulging your body and soul! FACILITIES Style Luxury Island Retreat Accommodation Guest accommodation is offered in 40 villas – all with private en suite bathroom and a private verandah with ocean or beach views, the ideal place to while away the siesta hour. The décor is best described as contemporary-Australia-seaside, rooms are spacious and furnished with relaxation in mind. All are equipped with air conditioning as well as ceiling fan, ca player, tea & coffee making facilities, a well stocked mini-bar, beach towels, umbrellas, modem access and more. Dining Ospreys Restaurant - simple and relaxed and with fabulous views along the seascape. The menu changes daily and focuses on fresh seafood and superb local produce. The chef includes the flavours of modern Australian, Asian and European cuisine. Gourmet picnic hampers are available for beachside outings.  Bar and Lounge offers comfortable sofas and an inviting bar.   Children Children 12 years and under are not catered for on Lizard Island. Activities / Facilities The Guest Lounge - overlooks the pool and houses the Azure Spa, a small Gymnasium and a lounge where a television, video and complimentary internet access is provided.  Freshwater swimming pool, tennis court - night & day (equipment supplied) , the Azure Spa, gymnasium and disabled facilities are available.  Some activities subject to weather and tidal conditions.  Complimentary Activities : - Catamarans and glass bottom paddle skis Motorised dinghies Snorkelling equipment and lessons, snorkelling from the island's beautiful beaches Tennis - day and night (equipment supplied) Picnic hampers for romantic and secluded beachside lunches Self-guided island walks and nature trails Paddle ski tours Nature slide presentations Gymnasium Other Activities (charges apply) Diving and snorkelling trips to the inner or outer Reef Diving courses (limited) Full or half day private game fishing (Black Marlin season is from August to December) Interpretive glass bottom boat tour - 1 hour Azure Spa treatments Research station tours Lizard Island dive and fishing charters - MV Fascination Champagne sunset cruise - 1 hour Fishing & Dive Charters : Lizard Island operates the luxury vessel, 'Fascination III' exclusively from Lizard Island. Diving : set right on the Great Barrier Reef and boasting its own beautiful fringing reefs, Lizard Island has the advantage of being able to offer divers both half and full day reef experiences. Lizard's purpose-built dive boat, the MV Serranidae operates half and full day excursions to stunning inner and outer reef dive sites, including the world famous Cod Hole, renowned for its huge, but friendly, Potato Cod.  Location Voyages Lizard Island is located 240km north of Cairns and 27km off the coast of North Queensland.  From Cairns Airport it is a 60 minute flight transfer to Lizard Island & they operate twice daily.   Price Range All inclusive prices available on request.  Ask us about the Special Offer "Stay 5 nights & pay 4". Find Similar Properties