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Discover a tropical paradise along the Great Barrier Reef Drive between Cairns and Port Douglas at the idyllic coastal eco-retreat Thala Beach Nature Reserve. Sitting lightly upon 58 hectares of native forest adjacent to secluded Oak Beach, Thala Beach is the perfect place to get reacquainted with nature. Stay in eco-luxe bungalows or suites, each with incredible views of the Coral Sea or the tropical rainforest, and spend your days taking part in the reserve’s many complimentary tours ranging from coconut tasting to nature/wildlife walks and star gazing.
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Thala Beach Nature Reserve is located 45 minutes north of the Cairns Airport and 15 minutes south of Port Douglas. Sitting spectacularly atop a peninsula with breathtaking views of untouched coastline, it is the only beachfront nature reserve between Cairns & Port Douglas and provides the perfect location to explore the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.
Deluxe eco accommodation is sensitively positioned among the resort’s 145-acre property. Choose from 83 deluxe timber bungalows in four room types catering for all budgets – Jungle Walk Bungalows, Eucalypt Bungalows, Coral Sea Bungalows and the Sandpiper Suite. Australian timber and granite has been used throughout creating an ambiance reflecting the pristine environment. All bungalows are air-conditioned, stylishly decorated, have screened windows and sublime views to the ocean or rainforest surrounds.
Dine among the birds in the surrounding treetops and embrace uninterrupted views from Ospreys Restaurant. Ospreys’ brings to the plate imaginative, cultured ingredients and combinations blending innovation and tradition. Dishes reflect an insightful contemporary approach delivering great flavours and nuance. This combined with top-class presentation and superior service provides a dining experience you will remember long after you leave.
Thala Beach Nature Reserve has everything you need to have a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. Facilities include restaurant and bar, reading lounge, business facilities, valet parking, rejuvenation spa/massage, art and jewellery gallery and library, two free form outdoor rock pools, 24-hour concierge and reception and more.
Included in your stay are complimentary guided nature/wildlife tours with onsite rangers include tree planting, stargazing at an outdoor observatory, beach discovery, wildlife walks and bird-watching tours. Thala Beach’s completely organic 650 tree coconut plantation is home to a unique coconut odyssey tour highlighting the extraordinary qualities of the ‘tree of life’.
Contact Us to start planning your holiday to THALA BEACH or take a look at our itineraries to The Great Barrier Reef & Queensland in Australia.