Tropical North

WILSON ISLAND
A private coral cay in the Great Barrier Reef.

Wilson Island is a sweep of white sand beach that is both part of the Great Barrier Reef and surrounded by it, its pristine waters host to unimaginable variety of marine life including coral and fish. Wilson is also a rare turtle breeding ground.

The island is a prime breeding ground for Green and Loggerhead turtles and a nesting ground for muttonbirds, noddies and other sea birds. Working with Marine Park authorities, the managers have made a strong commitment to creating an environment that provides minimum impact by a very limited number of guests in a fragile environment with an ecologically sound facility.

Hosts: Matt Forrest and Kristine Cambridge

Accommodation / Meals: Six permanent tents, each with a view of the ocean, are scattered about the island. Simple but comfortable, the tents are built on a raised timber floor with kingsize beds, feather duvets, bedside lights, comfortable deck chairs. A separate building houses six designated toilet, shower & dressing areas.

Other features include the Longhouse, a central complex with dining and lounge facilities. The Community Tent, with open sides, large comfortable day beds, a selection of magazines and binoculars provides guests the perfect place to relax and enjoy the stunning ocean, reef and sunset views.

Meals are simple and fresh. Breakfast is a tropical buffet, with hot breakfasts cooked to order. Lunch is a delicious smorgasbord which can be enjoyed in the Longhouse, or picnic style on the beach. Each evening guests enjoy sunset drinks and canapés before returning to The Longhouse to find the table set for a dinner party style gathering of friends, with light music playing and the candles lit.

Activities: Live and enjoy life as a beachcomber. Days can be filled snorkelling and exploring the Island, in-season watching turtles and birds nesting, or simply lazing in a hammock and enjoying the views.
Matt and Kristine have an in-depth knowledge and a genuine interest in forest and marine ecosystems, having both trained and worked in environmental sciences. They will share their enthusiasm for the environment with guests whilst leading a range of nature-based activities including rainforest walks, reef discovery walks and snorkelling safaris.
Please note that all stays on Wilson must be for three nights and are in combination with a stay at Heron Island. Children under 16 are not catered for.

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