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Getting to Gladstone

Heron Island lies on the Tropic of Capricorn, 72 kilometres NE off the coast from Gladstone.

Regular flights are available from Australian capital cities to Gladstone with Qantas.

Transfer between Gladstone and Heron Island

By Boat

Transfer duration: approx. 2 hours

Gladstone to Heron Island
A courtesy coach transfer from the airport to the Gladstone Marina. Transfer departs 10.00am, and arrives at the marina 10-15 minutes later. The boat service departs Gladstone Marina at 11.00am daily (excluding Christmas Day).

Final check-in time at Gladstone Marina is at 10.30am, if not arriving off a flight.

Heron Island to Gladstone
The return boat transfer departs Heron Island at approx. 2.30pm Island time (1.30pm EST), arriving into Gladstone approx. 3.45pm EST. A courtesy transfer is available for immediate transfer to Gladstone Airport.

If your flight arrives into Gladstone after 10.00am or if your return flight departs Gladstone before 5.00pm, flying into and from Heron Island by helicopter is the only transfer option available.

Start your holiday experience as you get to Gladstone and choose the Great Barrier Reef scenic helicopter flight to take you to the island.

Transfer pricing information

^{All transfer bookings can be made through Voyages on 1300 134 044 (toll free AU)
or +61 2 8296 8010}

By Helicopter

Transfer duration: approx. 30 minutes

Australian Helicopters operates scenic transfers between Gladstone Airport and Heron Island daily (excluding Christmas Day) on demand during daylight hours (generally 0800 - 1800). Bookings can be made directly with Voyages.

Guests must advise Australian Helicopters of their flight details and number into and departing Gladstone and confirm transfers directly with Australian Helicopters prior to arrival in Gladstone either via phone on +61 7 4978 1177 or email gla@austheli.com or alternatively call the resort directly on +61 7 4972 9055.

A baggage allowance applies for helicopter transfers. Please arrive at the airport at least 30 minutes prior to departure to allow for check in procedures.

Transfer pricing information and timetable

Australian Helicopters Baggage Allowance: Passengers are restricted to one suitcase (maximum weight - 15kg) per person. Excess Luggage storage is available at Gladstone airport free of charge.

Security car lock up facilities are available at Gladstone Marina. The carpark is operated by Compleat Angler Gladstone and can be pre-booked phone 07 4972 7283 or on arrival please see Voyages Marine staff at the Marina.

The cost are approximately - $11 per day or $55 per week for a covered carpark $9 per day or $45 per week for an uncovered carpark. Note:Prices are subject to change without notice.

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