A National Park covering 1000 hectares and home to some wildly spectacular birdlife, Lizard Island is a secluded paradise with 24 beaches just waiting to be explored. Moor at Lizard Island and discover surrounding slices of paradise like the famous Clam Gardens and Mermaid Cove and Horseshoe Reefs, which are bursting with colorful marine life and giant turtles.

After your day of snorkelling and exploring the wonders that surround Lizard Island, you can head onto dry land for some bush walks or even hike to the topmost area of the island. Finish the day with a picturesque BBQ on the beach, followed by a cocktail at golden hour overlooking the enchanting views that Watsons Bay provides.

The Low Isles sit 15km northeast of Port Douglas and are surrounded by 55 acres of reef. A short cruise from Port Douglas, you can spot clownfish and friendly turtles throughout this untouched and unspoiled tropical jewel. Swimming in vast amounts of corals and huge diversities of reef life are schools of angelfish, damselfish, anemonefish, rabbitfish, moon wrasse, bright green and purple parrotfish, clownfish, and many more.

Moor at Coral Cay and explore its historic heritage-listed lighthouse that’s been operating since 1887 and was the first in Queensland to have porthole windows. Furthermore, learn more about James Cook’s explorations in the museum that has also been in operation since 1878. Woody Island is a perfect place to snorkel as it’s a protected area and has managed to remain in its natural environment and promotes the studies of Indigenous flora and fauna. Home to only native plants, wild birdlife, and natural ecosystems, Woody Island is a rare treasure. Woody is known for its natural conservation and is a vital habitat for many species.

Walker Reef is best described in two parts. Known for its ‘Crevice Wall’ and swim-throughs, the reef makes for a great introductory dive site. The ‘Crevice Wall’ boasts a 14m scaling of multiple openings for divers to explore. Visitors to this exceptional site will find exotic fish hiding in the safety of the crevices including red bass, spotted sweetlip, coral trout, barramundi cod, and red emperor.

The other alluring part of Walker Reef is the series of swim-throughs on a group of bommies off the main reef wall, they start at 18m and gradually shallow towards the edge of the reef. Here you can find schooling fusiliers, white tip reef sharks, grey reef sharks, anemones, parrot fish, turtles, batfish, damsel fish, and moray eels are just a few of the beautiful species that visit the Walker Reef.

Curacao Island is famed for both its east and north-west locales. Its eastern side being dominated by plate corals of all colours, shapes and sizes and its north-west for its large sloping wall and being home to arguably the biggest diversity of corals of all the inner sites. In all its glory, Curacao Island is home to an abundance of beauty and biodiversity waiting to be explored. A collection of large sea whips, fans, barrel sponges, enormous patches of spaghetti coral, plates, staghorn boulder and brain corals cover the secluded section of the North-West Bay, while the eastern side is ruled by large boulder corals and stunning fish species including parrot, trout, butterfly, angel and surgeon fish. With so much to discover and an incredible uniqueness that complements it, Curacao’s fringing reefs are full of diverse and incredible sea life.

Believed to be over 180 million years old and the oldest tropical lowland rainforest on earth, the Daintree is a rare jewel in the crown of mother nature. The unique climate and history of the Daintree Rainforest has resulted in the highest concentration of endangered plant and animal species that are rare or threatened by extinction than anywhere else in the world.

Meander along rainforest-lined boardwalks, glimpse a southern cassowary and its chicks, be dwarfed by ferns, cruise the Daintree River for prehistoric crocodiles, reconnect with mother nature whilst discovering her distinct landscapes and diverse flora and fauna, and stumble upon secret swimming holes. Where lush tropical rainforest meets sweeping white sand beaches and fringing coral reefs, this region is a magical place to moor for the night.

Explore Australia’s largest island National Park by tender boat from the M.Y. Flying Fish. A kaleidoscope of colours and landscapes, Hinchinbrook Island showcases rugged mountains, meandering creeks, pristine rainforests, secret waterfalls, natural infinity pools, white beaches and mangrove-line estuaries.

Highlights of this experience include guided walks along rainforest-clad trails to the famous Zoe Waterfall and saltwater crocodile spotting in the island’s waterways. If you want to walk on the wild side, consider hiking a section of the Thorsborne Trail, an epic 32km hike considered one of the best hiking experiences in the world. The perfect day trip for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

The John Brewer Reef ‘Coral Greenhouse’ is located in the heart of the Greater Barrier Reef Marine Park and is the largest Museum of Under Water (MOUA) installation, sharing a message of reef conservation and restoration. It is the first-ever underwater building created by artist Jason de Caires Taylor. Weighing more than 58 tonnes, the ‘Coral Greenhouse’ is filled with and surrounded by 20 “reef guardians” who are caring for the coral. The MOUA offers a contemporary platform to share the stories of the reef, and the culture of its First Nations people, as well as spark a meaningful conversation and solution to reef conservation. Guest can dive these impressive installations when in the local waters.

Uncover a secluded Great Barrier Reef island that offers pristine coastlines and a tranquil tropical escape. Located a 4.5 hour steam from Townsville, Orpheus Island is renowned for its exclusivity, beauty, and spectacular fringing reefs. The majority of the island is comprised of pristine National Park set amongst the turquoise waters of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef. This idyllic island provides unrivalled access to the untouched Great Barrier Reef. Its principal dive sites boat 1,100 of the 1,500 species of fish on the reef; the local waters are a fisherman’s playground and home to the most sought-after reef fish species in the world. At sunset, take in the pastel sky with a sundowner in hand.

Snorkel or dive some of the most beautiful and captivating tropical waters in Australia at Magnetic Island. Home to 23 bays and golden beaches there is a vast amount to explore while moored at Magnetic Island. From Florence, Alma & Arthur Bays to the enchanting coral trails around Nelly and Geoffrey Bay, Magnetic Island is renowned for its vibrant fringing reefs. Take a hike to stunning views amongst eucalyptus woodlands, steeped in military history or secluded bays on more than 20km of walking trails. A haven for uniquely Australian wildlife, spot rock wallabies, vibrant birds, and Northern Australia’s largest colony of koalas living in the wild. For the golfers, hit the island’s golf course for a few holes.