Discover Lizard Island
Lizard Island is the northern most island resort on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef - 240 kilometres north of Cairns.
Situated 240 kilometers north of Cairns and 27 kilometers off the Queensland coastline, Lizard Island is a one-hour scenic flight from Cairns, traveling over a 200 kilometers of the Great Barrier Reef. It is here that you will gain your first glimpse of the beauty, scale and diversity of the reef. It is truly a breathtaking way to arrive at the island.
Lizard Island’s amazing location directly on the Great Barrier Reef means that the reef is literally on your door step. So close and convenient for you to explore straight off the beach or by taking a short boat trip to the inner and outer reefs. This is just one of our natural wonders that makes Lizard Island like nowhere else.
Suggested Itinerary for a 5-night stay at Lizard Island Resort
Allow us to tailor you a customised itinerary to ensure you sample the best of Lizard Island and the Great Barrier Reef while still leaving time to take in the serenity of your room.
Day 1
11:00 - Depart Cairns via the Hinterland Aviation Terminal, bound for Lizard Island Resort. Enjoy an unforgettable scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef
12:00 - Arrival at Lizard Island, enjoy lunch in Salt Water Restaurant before checking in to your resort room
14:30 - Visit the resort Beach Club for an afternoon of water activities – pick up your snorkelling gear for your stay and enjoy stand up paddle boarding and clearview sea kayaking over the reef
19:00 - Dinner in Salt Water Restaurant
Day 2
06:00 - Climb to the highest vantage point on the island and experience unbelievable panoramic views of the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding islands on the hike to Cook’s Look. If undertaking this hike without a guide, please register at reception upon departure
09:00 - Breakfast in Salt Water Restaurant
10:00 - Walk or take a motorised dinghy to Watson’s Bay and enjoy snorkelling over the Clam Gardens
12:30 - Lunch in Salt Water Restaurant
14:00 - Relax and enjoy the tranquility of Essentia Day Spa
16:00 - Gin Tasting experience
18:15 - Beachside Degustation Dining in a private pavilion on Anchor Bay
Day 3
07:00 - Breakfast at Salt Water Restaurant
08:15 - Meet at the Beach Club for a Half Day Reef Tour
12:30 - Lunch in Salt Water Restaurant
17:00 - Sunset Cruise with wine and cheese
18:00 - Casual dinner and drinks at Marlin Bar
Day 4
8:30 - Full day excursion to the outer reef for snorkelling and diving. Visit world-renowned dive sites such as the Cod Hole where you’ll experience incredible marine life up close
18:00 - Dinner at Salt Water Restaurant
Day 5
07:00 - Breakfast in Salt Water Restaurant
09:30 - Research Station Tour – learn about the research, conservation efforts and protection of the Great Barrier Reef
13:00 - Turtle Tour – swim with turtles and experience these majestic creatures up close
19:00 - Dinner in Salt Water Restaurant
Day 6
08:00 - Bird watching walk with one of our expert naturalists
09:00 - Breakfast in Salt Water Restaurant
11:00 - Check out
12:25 - Departure from Lizard Island, returning to Cairns
Guests are encouraged to pre-book either their full itinerary or individual excursions prior to arrival.