JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser.
Australian Wilderness & Outback Journeys
Private and luxury journeys to The Kimberley, Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Red Centre, Flinders Ranges, Lake Eyre...
Learn more
Greatest Rail Journeys in Australia
A luxury holiday of a life time on one of the great Australian rail journeys. Rail & Sail, Reef & Rail, Outback & Rail...
Discover a secluded island paradise on the Great Barrier Reef at Orpheus Island Lodge. Catering to just 28 guests, Orpheus offers a unique escape from the everyday, where you can swim, snorkel, dive and fish among colourful coral and more than 1,000 species of fish. Take the helm of a motorised dinghy complete with gourmet picnic hamper and discover the many pristine coves and reefs that fringe Orpheus. Enjoy daily curated Orpheus experiences including snorkelling, fishing, island cruising or nature-based guided activities. If you’d prefer to take it easy, relax and succumb to a unique Indigenous-inspired treatment at the Gwandalan Day Spa. Throughout your stay, you’ll be treated to gourmet, ‘chef hatted’ meals at every course.
* The accommodation rating and pricing is a guide only, reviewed by Onlyluxe ...
* The accommodation rating and pricing is a guide only, reviewed by Onlyluxe Travel Experts. Please note that pricing can change at any time. Please contact us for exact pricing and more information.
+ More
Read Less
Orpheus is a private island lodge located in the Great Barrier Reef. Staying at Orpheus, you’ll have the world’s most beautiful fringing reef and more than 1,000 hectares of lush national park on your doorstep.
Orpheus is best accessed by 30-minute helicopter charter from Townsville or 90-minute helicopter charter from Cairns. Both of these towns have their own airports.
Stay in one of just 14 contemporary suites, all facing immaculate beachfront. Each room features air-conditioning, a luxurious king size bed or twin beds, ensuite bathroom and patio overlooking the sparkling Coral Sea. Other amenities include indoor and outdoor showers, Bose sound system, LED TV with free-to-air satellite, mini bar stocked with beverages and gourmet snacks, Li’tya bath products and more.
Awarded a Chef’s Hat in the 2019 Australian Good Food Guide, enjoy ‘chef hatted’ restaurant meals at every course. On arrival, meet with the Executive Chef to discuss your taste preferences and dietary requirements. Each meal is an event within itself, with gourmet breakfasts, shared tapas style lunches and memorable degustation dinners inspired by the natural surroundings using the freshest seasonal produce soured from the island’s own vegetable garden and from nearby regions. Fresh prawns, Moreton Bay bugs and tropical rock lobsters are just some of local delicacies sourced from local fisherman or suppliers.
With its name meaning ‘rest and peace’ in the Aboriginal language, the Gwandalan day spa is the perfect place to rest, relax and restore your body’s balance and wellness. Spa treatments use organic Li’tya products and are designed to reflect the tranquillity and uninterrupted beauty of Orpheus and its endless surrounding seas.
With its unique location set among the Great Barrier Reef, there are boundless opportunities to explore the island and surrounds during your stay. Each day you will be treated to a curated Orpheus experience: snorkelling, fishing, island cruising or a nature-based guided activity. You also have complimentary unlimited access to motorised dinghies, paddle boards, kayaks, catamaran, snorkelling equipment and light fishing gear.
Contact Us to start planning your holiday to ORPHEUS ISLAND LODGE or take a look at our itineraries to The Gret Barrier Reef & Queensland in Australia.