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“Nature lovers paradise”

Heron Island Resort

4 of 5 stars
Lenka_Chris
Sunshine Coast QLD
Jan 5, 2010

We spent a week at Heron Island in Dec 2009 + New Years etc and had a great time! Transfers - there are two options to get to Heron Island from Gladstone, Boat or Helicopter. We took the Helicopter...more

“Spectacular sea life...but prepare for awful food, noxious smell and loud birds”

Voyages Heron Island Resort

4 of 5 stars
BaggioCat
Los Angeles, CA
Dec 30, 2009

LOCATION You won't find a better place to snorkel in the Barrier Reef. It's all steps away from your door, and the island is small enough to walk or swim to the ideal spot, Shark Bay, where you will...more

“The island is stunningly beautiful”

Voyages Heron Island Resort

4 of 5 stars
boynerunner
Queensland
Dec 28, 2009

The island is a beauty, the diving and snorkeling are a pleasure. Later on in the afternoon head over to the other side of the island with your snorkeling gear and you can swim with the small reef...more

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