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Wilson Island is a tiny coral cay that is both part of the Great Barrier Reef and surrounded by it. Its pristine reef and beach environments include rare turtle and bird breeding grounds and accordingly the Lodge is managed with protection of the wildlife and the environment as the primary concern.  Those that are drawn to Wilson Island will see natural beauty, the seclusion and the freedom from modern-day living as part of its appeal. Wilson offers comfortable designer-inspired tented accommodation for a maximum of just 12 guests.  Bathrooms are not en suite to the tent, but each tent does have its own designated private shower & dressing area in the Washhouse. Toilets and vanities are also located in this building.  The Longhouse is the social centre of the Island and it is here that you may help yourself to drinks and snacks throughout the day as well as enjoy lounging around listening to music, reading, or chatting to other guests.  Meals are served communally and the menu changes daily. On Wilson Island guests are able to enjoy exceptional snorkelling, bird watching, island and reef walks or simply relaxing in a purely natural setting.  Heron Island is not far away and dive excursions can be arranged on the Heron Islands boats.  The island is a prime breeding ground for Green and Loggerhead turtles and a nesting ground for mutton birds, noddies and other sea birds. Working with Marine Park authorities, the managers have made a strong commitment to creating an environment that provides minimum impact by a very limited number of guests in a fragile environment with an ecologically sound facility. FACILITIES Style Unique Tented Beach Camp Accommodation Six permanent tents, each with a view of the ocean, are scattered about the island. Simple but comfortable, the tents are built on a raised timber floor with kingsize beds, feather duvets, bedside lights, comfortable deck chairs. A separate building houses six designated bathrooms, shower & dressing areas.   The Community Tent, with open sides, large comfortable day beds, a selection of magazines and binoculars provides guests the perfect place to relax and enjoy the stunning ocean, reef and sunset views. Dining Meals are simple and fresh. Breakfast is a tropical buffet, with hot breakfasts cooked to order. Lunch is a delicious smorgasbord which can be enjoyed in the Longhouse, or picnic style on the beach. In the evening sunset drinks and canapés are set out before moving to the Longhouse to find the table set for dinner with candles lit. Children Children 12 years and under are not catered for on Wilson Island. Activities Days can be filled snorkelling and exploring the Island, in-season watching turtles and birds nesting, or simply lazing in a hammock and enjoying the views.  Matt and Kristine have an in-depth knowledge and a genuine interest in forest and marine ecosystems, having both trained and worked in environmental sciences. They will share their enthusiasm for the environment with guests whilst leading a range of nature-based activities including rainforest walks, reef discovery walks and snorkelling safaris. Location Wilson Island is located just north of the Tropic of Capricorn, approximately 72 kilometres north east off the coast of Gladstone and 15 kilometres from nearby Heron Island. Access to Wilson Island is always via Heron Island and boat transfers between the islands are included.  Qantas fly to Gladstone (most flights are via Brisbane).  Price Range 3 Night Package (for the price of 4 nights!) from £1560.00 including all meals, selected range of beverages, selected island activities, return return launch from Heron Island. Wilson Island is closed during the month of February for the bird nesting season. Find Similar Properties