CORAL SPAWNING  | TURTLE SEASON | RENOVATED REEF UNITS | QTA | NEW PACKAGES

SEASONS GREETINGS

On behalf of Peter Gash and the team at Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, we would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for your incredible support of our precious little island, we wouldn't be where we are today without you. Please take care and stay safe
during the holiday season.

Beautiful Christmas Tree Worm captured by @colbaker

CORAL SPAWNING

The coral spawning caught us by surprise this year, it was the first time in memory that we have experienced spawning in November... and in the middle of the day! Normally, the reef begins to spawn 3-4 days after the full moon in November and December, when the water temperature is just right. Billions of eggs are released into the water and the reproductive process of the world’s largest coral ecosystem comes to life. Some of our guests were lucky enough to witness this amazing natural phenomena in the lagoon in front of the resort.

Coral Spawning in the Lagoon captured by @jeremysomphoto 

TURTLE SEASON 2018/19

Green and Loggerhead turtles come ashore on Lady Elliot Island between November and March to nest and lay their eggs. This normally occurs after dark, on the high tide, but on the rare occasion you may come across one early in the morning. We urge all our guests to be vigilant during the nesting season because if the turtles are frightened in any way they may abort the nesting process.

Loggerhead Turtle captured by @taniamuche 

RENOVATED REEF UNITS

We are very excited to unveil three (3) newly renovated Reef Units at Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, I'm sure you will agree that they look awesome! We will be continuing the renovations over the next 18 months replacing the roof, adding external cladding and refurbishing the interior of the rooms including new bathroom fittings and soft furnishings (pictured is one of our Reef Units that only has a queen bed, the majority of Reef Units have a queen bed and bunk beds). 

Please note that there will be minor noise disruptions during the following dates:
12-25 March, 7-28 June & 2-20 September 2019

MASTER REEF GUIDES

Lady Elliot Island was the location of the field school component for the first intake of the Master Reef Guides training. Our Managing Director Peter and Activities Supervisor Jess completed the training.
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority conducted training for Master Reef Guides to be recognised as the world’s leading reef guides, interpreters and story tellers sharing the wonders of the reef through engaging, entertaining and educational experiences that exceed visitor expectations. The program will be officially launched next year when the participants graduate.

GLOBAL ECO ASIA-PACIFIC TOURISM CONFERENCE

Our Managing Director, Peter Gash, joined a highly experienced panel at the annual Global Eco Asia-Pacific Tourism Conference in Townsville to discuss the importance of ecotourism and eco-conscious travel. The Global Eco Asia-Pacific Tourism Conference brings the world’s leading speakers on ecotourism, sustainability and responsible tourism together for a jam packed event. It brings all the key players to the table – tourism operators, protected area managers, tourism organisations, indigenous bodies and researchers.

QUEENSLAND TOURISM AWARDS

Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort took out bronze in the ‘Steve Irwin Award for Ecotourism’ category at the annual Queensland Tourism Awards last month. It's wonderful to be recognised for our commitment to ecotourism, sustainability is the core of our business and we will continue to strive for best industry practice. Congratulations to all the nominees and winners on the night, we are so humbled to be part of
Queensland's amazing tourism industry!

2 NIGHT 'TURTLE TREK' PACKAGE

Escape to Lady Elliot Island from the 28th January to the 31st March 2019 to observe and  encounter our resident turtles both above and below the water and learn about our conservation efforts underway to protect these vulnerable species. See our website for more details and other packages.

From $699.00 per person (twin/triple share)

​Package includes:

• 2 nights accommodation in an Eco Cabin (shared facilities)
• Return scenic flight from Bundaberg or Hervey Bay
• Full buffet breakfast & dinner daily
• 1 x combined glass bottom boat/guided snorkelling tour per person
• Snorkel lesson (if required)
• Snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel & fins)
• Range of free island activities & tours
• Environmental management charge
• Turtle Tours

'REEF RUM & NATURE' PACKAGE

Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, Kellys Beach Resort Bargara and the Bundaberg Rum Distillery have teamed up to bring you 2 amazing packages so you can explore the best of what the Southern Great Barrier Reef has on offer! From swimming amongst the turtles and manta rays in the pristine waters of Australia’s southernmost reef to discovering the story behind the world’s best rum and soaking in Bargara’s natural beauty, you will discover some of Queensland’s best kept secrets.

Explore the wonders of the Southern Great Barrier Reef with a choice of two (2) awesome packages.
For more information, please contact Kellys Beach Resort via email [email protected]
or call +61 7 4154 7200 or 1800 246 141.