Great Barrier Reef Activities

Complimentary Activities
  • Guided reef walks
    A stunning two-hour walk out to the edge of the reef that lets you in on its secrets
  • Island ecology walks
    Learn how the island maintains its ecological balance
  • Guided birdlife walks
    Discover some of the 19 birds that visit or live on Heron Island
  • Stargazing
    The helipad becomes the base for guided exploration of the night sky
  • Wildlife presentations
    Researchers from the island's Research Centre chat to guests about their research
  • Snorkeling lessons in the swimming pool
    Get the basics of snorkeling sorted before taking on the Great Barrier Reef
  • View the fish with seascopes
    Take a bucket with a glass-like bottom to see the underwater world of Heron island easily
  • Tennis (night and day) and table tennis
    Borrow your equipment from Baillie's Bar and get set for a game, set and match on the island's tennis court or table tennis table
  • Nature slide show presentations and marine documentaries
    Get to know the natural secrets of the island without getting your feet wet
  • Trivia night
    Enjoy some friendly competition as you try to outwit the other guests

Other Activities (charges apply - check the Resort Charges PDF)

  • Dive the Great Barrier Reef with more than 20 dive and snorkelling sites, including the Heron Bommie, one of Jacques Cousteau's favourite dives!
  • Enjoy Half-Day Reef Snorkelling Tours offering a kaleidoscope of coloured fish and coral on Heron and Wistari reefs, all within easy reach of Heron Island
  • Enjoy the reef without getting wet on our semi-submersible coral viewing cruises, with our naturalist guide providing commentary
  • Join a Turtle Tour to spot turtles nesting and hatchlings (peak nesting times December through to April)
  • Inspire your children to become eco warriors in the Junior Ranger Program, available for children from ages 7 to 12 years old (only available during Australian school holidays)
  • Enjoy scenic views of Heron Island and the magical reef with a scenic helicopter flight (by prior arrangement)
  • Watch magnificent sunsets on the Sunset Cruises (adults 18+ only)
  • Enjoy a specially prepared Beach Picnic Hamper at any spot you choose on Heron Island.
  • Indulge yourself with a spa treatment at the Aqua Soul Spa
  • Enjoy a guided tour of the southern night sky with Spacewatch. Binoculars and a telescope are provided.

** SPECIAL: Christmas and NYE 2012 Events and Activities **