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Located just 80km north of Townsville amidst the magical

waters of the Great Barrier Reef, Orpheus is a secluded island

stretching across 11km of immaculate turquoise coastline

and comprising 1,368 hectares of pristine National Park and

surrounding World Heritage-listed Marine Park.

location

Absolute seclusion

Nestled in the sheltered Hazard Bay on the western-side of the

island, the lodge is laid without fanfare along a ribbon of serene

beach and features laid-back luxe accommodation, a main pavilion

bar and alfresco-style dining area, a restaurant, a reading room,

Gwandalan Day Spa, an inviting 26m x 13m infinity pool that mirrors

the Coral Sea and a sustainable veggie patch which provides our

chefs with a constant supply of fresh produce for guest meals.

lodge

Access to Orpheus is either via a 30 min helicopter journey

from Townsville or a 1.5 hour journey from Cairns over the

picturesque coral-studded sea.Orpheus Island

Townsville

Cairns

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accommodationWith a unique ambience and a beautiful balance between

contemporary and minimalist island aesthetic, all

accommodation types ensure utter comfort in a laid-back

luxe setting.

Just a stone's throw from the water's edge, the newly

renovated accommodation showcases soft natural surfaces,

LED TVs, iPod docks, coffee machines and LI'TYA guest

amenities. Private terraces also boast Coral Sea views,

languid sea breezes and serene Orpheus sunsets. A truly

tranquil setting to unwind in!

laid-back luxe

Inclusions:

• All gourmet meals

• Complimentary inclusion of selected Australian wines

and beers

• Daily Orpheus experience - snorkelling, fishing,

island cruise

• Unlimited use of motorised dinghies, paddle boards,

kayaks, catamarans, snorkelling equipment and light

fishing gear

Pictured right South Suite Lounge

North Beachfront Room sleeps two, bedroom only

North Beachfront Suite sleeps two, bedroom and lounge

North Beachfront Villa sleeps four, two bedrooms and lounge

South Room sleeps two, bedroom only

South Suite sleeps two, bedroom, lounge & outdoor bath

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weddings and honeymoonsSet in idyllic isolation, Orpheus is very much a secret to

the outside world and a magical destination to say ‘I do.’

Picture exchanging vows on a remote beach with the

powdery-white sand between your toes, on the pavilion

terrace which abuts the stunning infinity pool, or imagine

a ceremony on the pier set against an alluring Coral Sea

backdrop.

Whether you wish to simply elope or celebrate your fairytale

wedding with up to 28 guests; Orpheus offers the perfect

setting no matter how intimate or grand!

Happily ever after

Be it a honeymoon that's packed full of memorable

adventures, or a more private interlude, Orpheus offers

honeymooners the ultimate in romantic escapism and

wedded bliss.

The very essence of romance exclusively yoursAccommodating just 28 indulged guests (14 couples) at any

one time, Orpheus can become your own private sanctuary!

Offering absolute seclusion and serenity, Orpheus provides

the perfect backdrop to host a fairytale wedding, a corporate

retreat, a memorable milestone or a major celebration!

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foodie experienceBest suited to the island’s tropical environment, Orpheus

offers a light, contemporary and daily-changing menu that

showcases the riches of the region through fusion cuisine.

Celebrating a bounty of locally-sourced, wholesome and

freshly caught and grown seasonal delights, each meal tells

a tale and promises to stimulate both the mind and palate.

Accommodation rates are inclusive of all gourmet meals

and accompanied by a selection of Australian wines and

beers. Honouring a diverse selection of Australia’s finest

drops, the Orpheus cellar features both iconic and boutique

wines from the country’s most renowned wine regions.

The collection has been carefully crafted to ensure a perfect

harmony between cuisine, climate and environment.

The island's signature dining experience is Dining with the

Tides. One evening of your stay, opt for a private dinner on

the pier backlit by the sun's setting rays over the Coral Sea.

Your intimate dinner for two will be served under a starlit

canopy and minimal interruptions will ensure a unique and

romantic dining experience.

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signature dining experience

Orpheus offers a plethora of once in a lifetime experiences...

Moments to savour Image by Matt Burke Photography

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Take the helm of your motorised dinghy and discover the

many pristine bays and reefs that fringe Orpheus. With

more private beaches than guests, beach comb and enjoy

a chef-prepared picnic hamper in absolute seclusion!

After lunch, snorkel straight off the beach into pellucid

dinghy experience

gwandalan day spaThe Aboriginal name for Orpheus is Goolboddi and the

island’s original inhabitants were the Manbarra people.

In consultation with the elders of the region, this spa was

named Gwandalan which means ‘rest and peace’ in the

Aboriginal language.

Peace guides every element of this spa. With a unique

collection of treatments that embrace the principals of

modern and indigenous herbalism, aromatherapy and touch

therapy, our rituals are inspired by traditional Aboriginal

techniques and aim to restore balance and wellness.

The Gwandalan Day Spa uses the exquisite LI’TYA

[le-dee-ah] spa product range. LI’TYA, meaning ‘of the

earth’, is a unique collection of products formulated using

sustainably wild-harvested, pure Australian botanicals and

organic ingredients.

Following the guidance of indigenous plant knowledge and

healing principals, our treatments are designed to reflect

the tranquillity and uninterrupted beauty of Orpheus and

blue-green waters and discover the mystical coral gardens and

tropical fish of this underwater world. A must-see is the giant

clam nursery located in Pioneer Bay. The nursery is populated

by 300 impressive molluscs, each weighing 150 - 200kg,

stretching 3ft in width and donning ruffled chinchilla lips.

its endless surrounding seas. Keeping true to the Aboriginal

teachings, our therapists have been extensively trained in the

wisdom of the indigenous people and educated in the use

of Australian native ingredients to gain the skills to perform

a collection of signature treatments.

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1211 The fringing reef surrounding Orpheus and the neighbouring

islands offers some of the region’s most diverse marine

wonderlands. Orpheus’ local dive sites are home to 1,100

of the 1,500 species of fish on the reef, 340 of the 359

varieties of hard corals and some of the region’s largest

collections of soft corals.

explore the reef

diving and snorkelling experienceThe deeper, outer reefs are approximately 75 mins from

the lodge by boat and are accessible by private charter.

In this natural aquarium, dive and snorkel amongst

a myriad of reef habitats and, if you’re lucky, alongside

green turtles, manta rays, bull rays and reef sharks.

Orpheus offers full and half day explorations to the fringing

and outer reefs. Bookings are essential.

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1413 The Great Barrier Reef is a fisherman’s playground and the

waters surrounding Orpheus provide some of the most sought

after reef species in the world. An excellent array of table

fish including Coral Trout, Sweetlip, Red Emperor and Giant

Trevally can be caught locally. For the avid anglers amongst

us, a trip to the outer reef is where the famous pelagic species

such as Dog Tooth Tuna, Spanish Mackerel and Wahoo breed.

fishing experience

a fisherman's playground

Following your fishing expedition, have your catch prepared

to your liking by our Head Chef and served for dinner back

at the lodge.

Orpheus offers full and half day expeditions to the fringing

and outer reefs. Bookings are essential.

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Hinchinbrook Island is Australia’s largest island National

Park and is spectacularly punctuated by abrupt headlands,

waterfalls, secluded sandy pocket beaches, mangrove-lined

estuaries and dense rainforest. You can experience

Hinchinbrook one of two ways:

• By helicopter joy flight, or;

• Tour the glorious channel between Hinchinbrook Island

and the picturesque Cardwell Coast by boat charter.

Highlights of this tour include guided walks along

rainforest-clad trails to the famous Zoe and Mulligan

waterfalls and saltwater crocodile spotting in the island’s

waterways.

Orpheus offers full day expeditions to Hinchinbrook Island.

Bookings are essential.

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hinchinbrook island

Hinchinbrook joy flight

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contact

magical Orpheus awaitsPhotography by James Walshe

Reservations +61 (0)7 4777 7377

Email reservations@orpheus.com.au

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