As one of Australia’s most exclusive island retreats, Lizard Island Resort celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2025—marking five decades of immersive luxury, pioneering sustainability, and curated guest experiences on the Great Barrier Reef. For the travel trade and advisor community, this milestone represents not only a moment to reflect on the resort’s exceptional track record but also an opportunity to introduce discerning clients to a rare blend of remote indulgence and conservation-led hospitality.
Set within a 1,013-hectare national park and surrounded by 24 white-sand beaches, Lizard Island Resort offers a true escape—with just 40 rooms, suites, and villas, each only steps from the reef. While the resort is accessible only by scenic flight from Cairns or private yacht charters, the journey is part of the destination—and one that continues to reward those who seek the extraordinary. With increasing connectivity and direct flights from major U.S. cities—including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Dallas—to Brisbane and, followed by a short domestic hop to Cairns, plus international direct flights from Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Fiji Airways into Cairns, reaching this remote corner of the Great Barrier Reef has never been more seamless for international travelers.
All packages include luxury accommodation, gourmet meals daily, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, a selection of wines, beers, spirits, and Champagne, a daily restocked in-room minibar, complimentary use of motorized dinghies, morning or afternoon refreshments for private beach outings, unlimited use of stand-up paddle boards and clear view sea kayaks, and snorkeling equipment for the duration of stays.
Since 1975, Lizard Island Resort has maintained a close partnership with the Lizard Island Research Station, operated by the Australian Museum. Now recognized as one of the most productive marine science stations in the world, the station has supported over 1,000 visiting scientists and produced 2,700+ publications on reef health and biodiversity.
Through the Great Reef Census and partnerships with Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef, guests can participate in citizen science initiatives—including guided snorkel safaris where they collect photographic data for analysis by marine researchers.
Evening presentations and behind-the-scenes tours offer guests a deeper understanding of reef conservation and allow advisors to position Lizard Island as both aspirational and educational—perfect for families, nature lovers, and science-minded travelers.
As it celebrates its golden anniversary, Lizard Island Resort reinforces its standing among the world’s premier travel experiences. A only Relais & Châteaux in Australia and proud member of Luxury Lodges of Australia, Lizard Island is also affiliated with prestigious travel networks such as Virtuoso, Signature Travel Network, and more, ensuring seamless integration into the global luxury travel advisor community.
These partnerships not only reflect the resort’s exceptional standards of service and sustainability but also provide enhanced value, exclusive amenities, and trusted access for advisor clients. From personalized experiences grounded in scientific discovery and cultural heritage to award-winning cuisine and private beachfront seclusion, Lizard Island offers advisors a rare opportunity to deliver immersive, high-touch journeys within a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
For more information, visit: www.lizardisland.com.au
