Heron Island is a true coral cay right on the Great Barrier Reef. Here you can swim straight off the beach to an endless garden of coral where the waters are literally teeming with beautifully coloured fish and marine life.

It's what you don't see around Heron that makes the resort so special. You won't see any buildings above the tree line. And you won't bump into any daytrippers either. The reef experience on Heron is exclusively for guests, a unique experience few other resorts in the world can offer. There's a relaxed island lifestyle that sets Heron apart, a sophisticated yet casual resort atmosphere. Here the emphasis is on exploring and discovering the natural attractions that have made Heron famous around the world.

A Heron holiday combines the rare excitement of nature with all the comforts of an international resort.

Getting There

Heron Island is located 2 hours by catamaran or half hour by helicopter from Gladstone, Queensland. Therefore it is important to co-ordinate travel arrangements to link up your transport.

Regular flights are available from all Australian capital cities to Gladstone (GLT) with Qantas (QF). Gladstone is a 1 hour and 20 minute flight from Brisbane (or a 6 hour drive from Brisbane).

OzWings Australia can assist you with your travel arrangements.

Bookings for return transfers to Heron Island can be made through the conference Registration Page. To fully confirm boat transfers, flight arrival and departure details for Gladstone must be advised.

Boat Transfer

Arrival: The boat transfer service departs Gladstone Marina at 11.00am daily, final check-in time is 10.30am if not arriving off a flight at the airport. The courtesy transfer to the Marina leaves the airport daily at 10.15am, after the arrival of the early morning flights into Gladstone. The coach arrives at the Marina 10-15 minutes later.

The boat transfer arrives at Heron island at approximately 2.00pm Heron Island time. Buffet lunch is served upon arrival at Heron Island.

Departure: The boat transfer departs Heron Island at approximately 2.00pm Island time or 1.00pm EST. Arrival time into Gladstone is approximately 3.45pm EST and a courtesy transfer is available for immediate transfer to the airport.

Flights arriving into Gladstone to meet the boat transfer must arrive no later than 10.00am. Flights departing Gladstone must depart no earlier than 4.20pm.

Attendees who are subject to motion sickness are advised to take medication for the boat transfers. Medication can also be purchased from the Marina Check in on arrival.

Adult One Way	$69.75
Adult Return	$139.50
Child One Way (3-14 years)	$35.25
Child Return (3-14 years)	$70.50

Helicopter Transfer

Heron Island is just a half hour helicopter ride from Gladstone

For those who would like to take the scenic route or whose flight connections simply do not meet the boat transfer schedule, Heron Island has two Australian Helicopters available.

These depart Gladstone Airport daily on demand during daylight hours (generally 0800H - 1800H). The flight takes 30 minutes. Bookings can be made via the Conference Registration Page.

It is essential that Australian Helicopters are advised of exactly how guests are arriving and departing Gladstone (eg flying, driving, train or staying overnight). If arriving by air, flight numbers must be provided as transfers cannot be confirmed until this information is provided.

Baggage Allowance: Passengers on Australian Helicopter transfers to Heron island are restricted to one suitcase(maximum weight - 15kg). Excess Luggage storage available at the airport free of charge.

Adult One Way	$291.00
Adult Return	$495.00
Child One Way (3-14 years)	$146.00
Child Return (3-14 years)	$248.00

Accommodation

• Turtle Room Single Occupancy $273.75 per person per night
• Turtle Room Twin Share Occupancy $187.50 per person per night
• Reef Suite Single Occupancy $300.00 per person per night
• Reef Suite Twin Share Occupancy $213.00 per person per night
• Heron Beachside Suite Single Occupancy $356.25 per person per night
• Heron Beachside Suite Twin Share Occupancy $270.00 per person per night

Room Features Include:

• All rooms have the following features:
• Separate bedroom with ensuite and living area
• Bar fridge
• Clock radio
• Deck area

Hotel Features include:

• Reception is open from 8.30am to 7.00pm
• Foreign exchange and travellers cheques cashed
• Business Services
• Onward flight confirmations
• Daily activity sheet - The Heron Times
• Flora and fauna reference literature
• Swimming pool
• Beach towels
• Board games
• Cots available
• Resort Boutique
• Day Spa
• Marine Centre & Shop
• Heron Kids Junior Rangers Program
• Disabled facilities available.

For further information on rooms available at Heron Island, please click on the following link:

http://www.heronisland.com/accommodation/