Northern Queensland Beach Photo by Australia Tourism Bureau

The world renowned Great Barrier Reef in Australia is the longest coral reef in the world. Queensland Australia's islands stretch along the northern tropical coast from the Torres Strait islands to the beautiful sand islands on the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef. In between are a myraid of cays and extraordinary islands that are spread throughout the crystal clear waters of the Great Barrier Reef.  

The  Islands of Tropical North Queensland each has its own unique feeling---blissful, awesome, beautiful, pleasant, paradise!

Lizard Island is internationally renowned and has recieved many major awards.  Lizard island Resort is right on the Great Barrier Reef, has a National Park, 24 deserted white beaches and lots of marine life.  Even though Lizard is remote, they have yachts and seaplanes to take you there in style.

Bedarra Island, has great facilities have hosted royalty.  Bedarra is one of Australia's most exclusive island Resorts featuring 16 luxurious villas built to mix in with the naturural beauty and surroundings.  Bedarra Island is the perfect Island getaway. 

Near Cairns, Green Island is a lush tropical coral cay that has wonderful reef gardens.  Green Island's extraordinary, tempting, crystal clear turquoise waters are litterally brimming with tropical fish and exotic marine life that will enthrall you for hours. You can take a relaxing stroll through Green Island's lush cool rainforest, or simply bask on white coral sands or the swimming pool. 

Snorkeling on Fitzroy Island’s fringing reefs are very popular with visitors.  Fitzroy Island is the third most northerly island in the Great Barrier Reef.  Fitzroy Island has beautiful butterflies, bushwalks amble through eucalyptis and tropical rainforests, by gleaming coral beaches full of exotic seashells. Fitzroy's snorkelling and diving is renowned.  

Dunk Island is another tropical paradise, balancing mother natures perfect harmony with views of brilliant blue sky. 

Go back to nature on Hinchinbrook island. If you want tranquil peace, Hinchinbrook is blissfull, it is the world's largest island national park with palm-fringed beaches, mangrove waterways loaded with fish and rugged granite crags.  

Orpheus Island has a quaint luxury boutique resort perfect for the discerning traveller and romantically inclines honeymooners.  Orpheus Island's  fringing reefs on the north-east and north-west are wonderful for snorkelling and scuba diving. Orpheus Island has over 1,000 species of tropical fish, 340 species of colorful coral, friendly dolphins, and humpback whales frequent the area in season offering an exhilarating experience.

There's more, a lot more! Our Virtuoso Australia Vacation Specialists know these island intimately and can help you enjoy the process of planning and purchasing your vacatio, tour of cruise. Call 1 800 330 8820 or 1 415 446 5252, or use our vacation planner and be connected propmtly to a Australia specialist.