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November–May for turtle season, winter for cooler temps and clear conditions\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EJump to:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#how\"\u003EHow to ge there\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\"#things\"\u003EThings to do\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\"#stay\"\u003EWhere to stay\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\"#eat\"\u003EWhere to eat and drink\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003EFAQS\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EHow to get to Heron Island\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#FFC54D","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/blog-images/2023_GLD_SGBR_HeronIsland_HeronIslandResort_DescentProductions_154230.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/blog-images/2023_GLD_SGBR_HeronIsland_HeronIslandResort_DescentProductions_154230.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d58d5f1565045d9fada-heron-island","alt":"Helicopter flight to the island from Gladstone","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/heron-island-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1774491603203/2023-gld-sgbr-heronisland-heronislandresort-descentproductions-154230.jpeg","uuid":"640a9cbf-d48a-4db3-bf55-aed68d4759f7","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Heron Island, Gladstone, Southern Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_686044404":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca id=\"how\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EGetting to \u003Ca title=\"Long weekend on Heron Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/a-long-weekend-on-heron-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHeron Island\u003C/a\u003E is part of the adventure. Sitting 72km off the coast of Gladstone in the \u003Ca title=\"Southern Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/southern-great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESouthern Great Barrier Reef,\u003C/a\u003E you’ll need to hop across the water to reach it.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStep one is getting to \u003Ca title=\"Gladstone day trips\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone/best-day-trips-gladstone\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGladstone\u003C/a\u003E. 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Price: Adults $99 one way, kids (3-12 years) $80 one way.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHelicopter:\u003C/b\u003E For a faster - and bucket list-worthy - arrival, take a 30-minute helicopter flight from \u003Ca title=\"Gladstone Airport\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/information-services/p-56b262482880253d74c4b141-gladstone-airport\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGladstone Airport\u003C/a\u003E. Expect sweeping aerial views over reef systems and coral cays. Price: Adults $710 one way, kids (3-12 years) $495 one way.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPro tip: \u003C/b\u003EFly one way and ferry the other for the best of both worlds\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhat to do on Heron Island\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#FFC54D","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_757548071":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/web-images/2019_GLD_HeronIsland_Wildlife_138218_desktop.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/web-images/2019_GLD_HeronIsland_Wildlife_138218_desktop.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d58d5f1565045d9fada-heron-island","alt":"Snorkeling with a sea turtle","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/heron-island-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_757548071.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1774491603237/2019-gld-heronisland-wildlife-138218-desktop.jpeg","uuid":"514c1f80-38d0-4605-991b-7a507c3b8239","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Heron Island, Gladstone, Southern Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_849287215":{"text":"\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Ca id=\"things\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003ESnorkel straight off the beach\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you do one thing on Heron Island, make it this. At high tide, you can step straight off the beach into an underwater playground teeming with \u003Ca title=\"Where to see turtles Southern Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/turtles/turtles-on-the-southern-great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eturtles\u003C/a\u003E, reef sharks, rays and technicolour fish.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe best entry points are Shark Bay (don’t worry, they’re gentle shovel nose rays) and the Gantry near Pandanus Lounge.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:\u003C/b\u003E New to \u003Ca title=\"Snorkelling for kids: how to do the Great Barrier Reef as a family\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/diving-and-snorkelling/for-children-and-families-southern-great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003Esnorkelling\u003C/a\u003E? Complimentary lessons run in the Heron Island Resort pool (bookings essential), with gear available from the Marine Centre.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cb\u003EPro tip: \u003C/b\u003ESnorkelling is best two hours either side of high tide\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EDive and snorkel the reef\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWant to go further? With 20 dive sites just minutes from the jetty, Heron Island is an \u003Ca title=\"Dive sites of the Southern Great Barrier visited by David Attenborough\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/diving-and-snorkelling/david-attenborough-southern-great-barrier-reef-diving\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAttenborough-approved playground\u003C/a\u003E. Join a boat tour to nearby Heron and Wistari Reefs and discover a whole new world beneath the surface.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ESnorkel boat tours run daily for people six years and up and include all snorkel gear. Price: Adults $55, kids $40. \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EFor divers, fully equipped boats head out to premium sites daily, with expert divemasters guiding each dive. Price: $95.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know: \u003C/b\u003EThey also offer \u003Ca title=\"Where to get your PADI certification on the Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/padi-dive-certification-great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPADI dive courses\u003C/a\u003E and night dives.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003ESee turtles (lots of them)\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHeron Island is one of the most important turtle nesting sites on the Great Barrier Reef, and yes, it’s as magical as it sounds.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENesting season occurs from November to March each year, with \u003Ca title=\"Turtle hatching guide Queensland\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/turtles/turtle-hatching-season-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ehatchlings\u003C/a\u003E beginning to emerge in early January. Join a guided turtle walk and might see them crawling along the sand to nest, or see hatchlings making their dash to the sea.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know: \u003C/b\u003ETo protect these creatures, there are strict guidelines in place for the viewing of nesting and hatching turtles. Do not use lights or flash photography. If you see a turtle on the beach, remain low and still (they’re very sensitive to movement) and stay 10m away from them.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EStay dry (but still see everything)\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"How to see the Great Barrier Reef without getting wet\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/how-to-see-the-great-barrier-reef-without-getting-wet\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENot keen on getting wet?\u003C/a\u003E You’re still covered.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EI-Spy semi-submersible tour: Venture below the surface in a sub. During the one-hour tour your guide will help you spot turtles, sharks and rays, while explaining the ecology of coral reefs. Price: Adults $70 adults, kids $45.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EGuided kayak tours: Glide over coral gardens with a guide on this one-hour tour, spotting sharks and rays in the crystal-clear water below. Price: From $55 (single kayak).\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_1966070469":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/blog-images/2023_GLD_SGBR_HeronIsland_HeronIslandResort_DescentProductions_154217.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/blog-images/2023_GLD_SGBR_HeronIsland_HeronIslandResort_DescentProductions_154217.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d58d5f1565045d9fada-heron-island","alt":"Guests learning about the research projects conducted on the island","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/heron-island-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_1966070469.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1774491603271/2023-gld-sgbr-heronisland-heronislandresort-descentproductions-154217.jpeg","uuid":"8ea55a62-2120-4e19-8d37-9cb39bce5890","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"University of Queensland Research Station, Heron Island, Southern Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1837017970":{"text":"\u003Ch4\u003ELearn from reef experts\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis is where Heron Island really shines - \u003Ca title=\"Experience the Great Barrier Reef on a citizen science holiday\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/citizen-science-holidays-great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003Emaking reef education fun\u003C/a\u003E. As a guest of the \u003Ca title=\"Heron Island Resort\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d18d5f1565045d9f5b4-heron-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHeron Island Resort\u003C/a\u003E, you’re able to jump on a bunch of free guided tours, including bird, turtle or island walks led by passionate rangers. There's also some pretty special paid experiences to check out. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ENight reef discovery tours: When the sun dips, get hands-on with reef science, and explore the reef flats at low tide, exposing the weird and wonderful that lies beneath. Price: Adults $20, kids 15.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EUniversity of Queensland research tours: Go behind the scenes at the largest island-based research station in Southern Hemisphere, where marine scientists will give you access to their current investigations and experiments in and around Heron Reef. Price: Adults $20, kids $6. \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003ESlow it right down\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBetween snorkels and reef adventures, take a breather.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ESunset cruise: Swap your swimmers for a drink in hand as the reef glows golden while you cruise through the water surrounding the island for 1.5 hours. Upgrade your ticket with a cheese board ($18) for max relax vibes. Price: Adults $70, kids $45 (must be eight years and over).\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EHit the spa: Hit the reset button at Aqua Soul Spa, where you can melt into a massage or facial with floor to ceiling windows offering forest views. \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ECocktail hour: Or keep it simple, grab a drink from Baillie’s Bar, pull up a seat by the water and watch turtles, rays and reef sharks cruise past. Pro tip: The ledge outside the bar is prime turtle-watching territory\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1237210338":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"stay\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EWhere to stay on Heron Island\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#FFC54D","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_196607046":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/blog-images/2023_GLD_SGBR_HeronIsland_HeronIslandResort_DescentProductions_154232.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/blog-images/2023_GLD_SGBR_HeronIsland_HeronIslandResort_DescentProductions_154232.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d58d5f1565045d9fada-heron-island","alt":"Accommodation facilities of Heron Island Resort","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/heron-island-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_196607046.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1774491603335/2023-gld-sgbr-heronisland-heronislandresort-descentproductions-154232.jpeg","uuid":"f4d31f92-bafb-4517-9441-86f88a54d204","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Heron Island Resort, Heron Island, Southern Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1306052315":{"text":"\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFamilies: \u003C/b\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#family\"\u003ETurtle Family Rooms\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cb\u003ECouples:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca href=\"#couples\"\u003EPoint Suites\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cb\u003EPrivacy:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca href=\"privacy\"\u003EBeach House\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThere’s just one place to stay on Heron Island, and she’s a good one. \u003Ca title=\"Heron Island Resort\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d18d5f1565045d9f5b4-heron-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHeron Island Resort\u003C/a\u003E drops you right in the middle of the action, where your “backyard” is the Great Barrier Reef and the soundtrack is seabirds overhead.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERooms here lean simple, spacious and nature-first - this isn’t about five-star frills, it’s about falling asleep to the sound of the ocean and waking up steps from the reef.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor a classic island stay, the \u003Cb\u003ETurtle Rooms\u003C/b\u003E sit tucked among the Pisonia Forest, where birdsong is your morning alarm. They’re compact but comfortable, with ground-level access and a private deck or patio. The Reef Rooms, meanwhile, edge closer to the water on North Beach, offering filtered reef views through native vegetation and a breezy outdoor terrace. Rooms start at $328 per night.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca id=\"family\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EGood to know:\u003C/b\u003E Travelling with the crew? Both room types offer family options, with the Turtle family rooms conveniently located near the pool and just a short stroll to the beach, making them a solid pick for families wanting easy access to everything. Rooms start at $374 per night.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re chasing a little more space (and a touch of air con), the \u003Cb\u003EWistari Suites\u003C/b\u003E are set within lush garden surrounds for added privacy, while still being close to the resort’s main facilities. The Beachside Rooms dial things up another notch, with larger living spaces and sliding doors that open onto a balcony or patio. Suites start at $498 per night.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca id=\"couples\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EFor couples or anyone celebrating something special, the \u003Cb\u003EPoint Suites\u003C/b\u003E (from $650 per night) are where things get a little more luxe. Think sunset views over the reef, private terraces and plenty of room to unwind. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAnd if privacy\u003Ca id=\"privacy\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E is your top priority, the \u003Cb\u003EBeach House\u003C/b\u003E (from $805 per night) is the ultimate escape. Set right on North Beach, it’s a self-contained hideaway with a separate bedroom, spacious living area and a private boardwalk leading straight onto the sand.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_585670674":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"eat\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EWhere to eat and drink on Heron Island\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#FFC54D","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_548486320":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/southern-queensland-country/blog-images/2022_SGBR_HeronIslandResort_153987.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/southern-queensland-country/blog-images/2022_SGBR_HeronIslandResort_153987.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d58d5f1565045d9fada-heron-island","alt":"Family eating at Heron Island","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/heron-island-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_548486320.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1774491603399/2022-sgbr-heronislandresort-153987.jpeg","uuid":"3ef69613-35ca-4fd7-b77d-57bdbb05482f","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Shearwater Restaurant, Heron Island Resort, Southern Great Barrier Reef.",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1405931140":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EAll that reef exploring works up an appetite, and luckily, Heron Island has you well covered.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EShearwater Restaurant is your main dining hub, serving up a generous buffet breakfast each morning (included in your stay). 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