4 Nights for 2 Adults
Accommodating just 28 people, Orpheus is an all-inclusive, private island lodge, located in the Great Barrier Reef. With only 14 rooms, suites and villas, Orpheus Island is the ultimate in secluded, unspoilt tropical paradise.
The island comprises more than 1,000 hectares of national park and is surrounded by pristine fringing reef you can access simply by stepping out from your accommodation. The Lodge features an alfresco-style dining area, a day spa and an infinity pool that mirrors the Coral Sea.
All stays at Orpheus Island Lodge include three gourmet meals, use of water sports equipment, a selection of wines, beers, spirits, soft beverages, and a daily Orpheus experience.
Accommodation
With a commitment to sustainability, each room embraces the natural environment. Our boutique, all-inclusive accommodation offers 14 contemporary suites, all facing immaculate beachfront. At Orpheus, luxury has never been so comfortable.
North Beachfront Room
Room size: 32.5 sqm
Coral Sea view
Patio
With sweeping views across the coral sea, these rooms are the most popular among guests with a balance of comfort and sophistication.
King Bed or Twin Beds, patio overlooking Coral Sea, Bose sound system, LED TV with free-to-air satellite, Mini bar stocked with beverages and gourmet snacks, LaGaia UNEDITED guest amenities, selection of T2 teas and hot chocolate, Nespresso coffee machine, air-conditioning, heating and ceiling fan, hairdryer, bathrobes, iron and ironing board, yoga mats, beach towels & beach bag, complimentary water bottles.
South Room
Room Size: 46.2 sqm
Beach on your front doorstep
Modern design
Indoor and outdoor showers
Nestled among the tropical gardens, these bungalow style rooms offer privacy only a short stroll to the waters edge.
King or Twin Beds, patio overlooking Coral Sea, outdoor shower, Bose sound system, LED TV with free-to-air satellite, mini bar stocked with beverages and gourmet snacks, LaGaia UNEDITED guest amenities, selection of T2 teas and hot chocolates, Nespresso coffee machine, air-conditioning, heating and ceiling fan, hairdryer, bathrobes, iron and ironing board, yoga towels, beach towels & beach bag, complimentary water bottles.
North Beachfront Suite
Room size: 56.0 sqm
Coral Sea view
Patio
With Coral Sea vantage, these rooms boast a spacious adjoining lounge room, a third guest can easily be accommodated in this room.
King or Twin Beds, separate lounge area with desk, patio overlooking Coral Sea, Bose sound system, LED TV with free-to-air satellite, mini bar stocked with beverages and gourmet snacks, LaGaia UNEDITED guest amenities, selection of T2 teas and hot chocolate, Nespresso coffee machine, air-conditioning, heating and ceiling fan, hairdryer, bathrobes, iron and ironing board, yoga mats, beach towels & beach bag, complimentary water bottles.
South Suite
Room size: 68 sqm
Outdoor bath tub
Modern design
Open layout to capture languid sea breezes
Lounge area
Private terrace surrounded by tropical vegetation
The beautifully appointed South Suites offer secluded sanctuary and are best suited to couples and honeymooners. With an enclosed terrace, lush gardens and overlook the Coral Sea.
King Bed or Twin Beds, separate lounge area, bathroom with double vanity, private terrace, outdoor stone bath, Bose sound system, LED TV with free-to-air satellite, mini bar stocked with beverages and gourmet snacks, LaGaia UNEDITED guest amenities, selection of T2 teas and hot chocolate, Nespresso coffee machine, air-conditioning, heating and ceiling fan, hairdryer, bathrobes, iron and ironing board, yoga mats, beach towels & beach bag, complimentary water bottles.
North Beachfront Villa
Room size: 89.5 sqm
Coral Sea view
Patios
2 x bedrooms
2 x bathrooms
Showcasing an idyllic Coral Sea backdrop, this is the ultimate retreat for families or friends travelling together, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and communal lounge facilities.
2 x rooms with King Beds or Twin Beds, depending on configuration, 2 x bathrooms, shared lounge area with desk, patios overlooking Coral Sea, Bose sound system, LED TV with free-to-air satellite, mini bar stocked with beverages and gourmet snacks, LaGaia UNEDITED guest amenities, selection of T2 teas and hot chocolate, Nespresso coffee machine, air-conditioning, heating and ceiling fan, hairdryer, bathrobes, iron and ironing board, yoga mats, beach towels & beach bag, complimentary water bottles.
About Orpheus Island Lodge
Orpheus is a Queensland Island Resort, set in the heart of one of the world’s natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef. Just a 25 minute scenic flight from Townsville, this tranquil island stretches across 11 kilometres of immaculate coastline, and comprises of a pristine National Park and surrounding World Heritage listed Marine Park. The fringing reef of this Great Barrier Reef Resort is one of the most spectacular and diverse and guests aren’t required to travel offshore to experience it!
Experiences
Orpheus offers guests an array of once-in-a-lifetime experiences; be it a fishing trip where the day’s catch is grilled on an open fire of a nearby cove; an indigenous-led tour of the culturally-rich neighbouring islands; or taking a dinghy and chef-prepared gourmet picnic hamper and discovering the many pristine bays and reefs that fringe Orpheus. Fill your days with other water activities – snorkelling, paddleboarding and kayaking, or take out one of the island’s catamarans and venture out into the surrounding waters of the sheltered bay of Orpheus Island.
Dining
Best suited to the island’s tropical environment, the culinary team delivers an innovative daily-changing menu that showcases the riches of the region.
Awarded a Chef’s Hat in the 2019 by the Australian Good Food Guide, Orpheus is a food lover’s destination where guests can enjoy ‘chef hatted’ restaurant meals at every course.
Celebrating a bounty of locally-sourced, wholesome and freshly grown and caught seasonal delights, you are guaranteed a bespoke epicurean adventure. Each meal is an event within itself featuring quintessential Australian breakfast classics, shared tapas-style lunches celebrating different cuisines from around the globe, and memorable degustation dinners.
With a strong focus on sustainability, the island’s veggie patch provides the chefs with a constant supply of fresh produce and resident chickens lay fresh free-range eggs for guest meals. Fresh prawns, coral trout and painted rock lobster are just some of local delicacies sourced from local fisherman and suppliers.
Each evening, guests are offered the chance to pair each course with a wine from our award-winning cellar list. Honouring a diverse selection of Australia’s finest, the list has been carefully crafted to ensure perfect harmony between cuisine, climate and environment.
Location
Located just 80km north of Townsville amidst the magical waters of the Great Barrier Reef, Orpheus is a secluded island stretching across 11km of immaculate turquoise coastline and comprising 1,368 hectares of pristine National Park and surrounding World Heritage-listed Marine Park.
Location & How To Get There
GETTING TO ORPHEUS
Access to Orpheus is via a 30 minute helicopter journey from Townsville over the picturesque coral-studded sea.
ONE DAILY SCHEDULED FLIGHT EX TOWNSVILLE:
Townsville Airport to Orpheus – departing 2pm, arriving 2.30pm
Orpheus to Townsville Airport – departing 2.30pm, arriving 3pm
There will be no charge for infants under three years of age when seated on the lap of an adult passenger. Children aged 3+ years will be charged at the ‘per person’ rate as for safety reasons they require their own seat.
PRIVATE HELICOPTER CHARTER EX TOWNSVILLE
If the daily scheduled flight is fully booked on your preferred dates of travel, or if the scheduled timings do not coincide with your itinerary, a private helicopter charter may be arranged at an additional cost (subject to availability):
$1,190 (2 passengers – weight & luggage restrictions apply)
$2,400 (up to 6 passengers – weight & luggage restrictions apply)
*Private helicopter charters ex Cairns or other nearby destinations can be arranged (POA)
