The Turtles Are Hatching On Heron Island

After safely baking beneath the golden sands on Heron Island for 60 days, Green and Loggerhead Turtle hatchlings will begin to make their way into the water this December, and will continue to do so all the way to March. A dangerous and tiring journey for such tiny creatures, you can see this precious event with your own eyes by booking a stay at Heron Island Resort.

A coral cay in the Great Barrier Reef, Heron Island is a little bit of luxury off the Queensland coast. With a no-day trippers rule, you can enjoy an exquisite stay without the crowds by sunning yourself on the beach, snorkelling in the precious reefs, sleeping in comfortable private rooms, relaxing with a spa treatment, and, of course, spotting the baby turtles on a guided tour. It’s not only turtles that can be found on this beautiful island. Attracting an array of wildlife and marine animals, Heron Island is swarming with birds like the Sacred Kingfisher, Eastern Reef Egret and Black Noddy. Being surrounded by the blue waters of the Great Barrier Reef, oceanic residents from sea cucumbers and sea stars to rays and reef sharks can be spotted, as well as humpback whales during their migration from June to September – no wonder snorkelling is such a popular pastime.

You can snorkel right off the beach on Heron Island. Shark Bay and the Gantry are ideal for first-timers, but you can get further out on board three daily snorkel trips to Heron and Wistari Reefs for just $50pp. With more than 20 surrounding dive sites, you can also take a Discover Scuba Diving class for $199pp, book a follow-up dive for $160pp, and even complete a PADI Open Water Dive Course for $525pp.

If you’d rather stay dry, you can see the life that lies beneath the water in the resort’s one-of-a-kind purpose-built semi-submersible boat, circle around Heron Island in a kayak, or take a sunset cruise while enjoying Australian wine and gourmet cheeses. There are so many activities to add on to your Heron Island booking that will make it a perfect holiday just for you.

See the turtles hatching, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef and create your perfect holiday at
www.heronisland.com/turtles

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