Orpheus Island Lodge & Pelorus Private Island

Off the coast of Townsville in Queensland’s Great Palm archipelago, within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Orpheus Island Lodge offers a secluded all-inclusive retreat. With just 14 beachfront suites and villas, it welcomes no more than 28 guests.

Nearby, Pelorus Private Island is a five-bedroom residence for up to 11 guests, available for single-party bookings. Accessible by private helicopter or superyacht, it delivers a fully hosted stay with tailored experiences. Together, the two properties provide privacy and barefoot luxury for couples, friends, or families.

Guests can snorkel the fringing coral gardens, sail turquoise waters, or take private charters to explore the reef. Signature inclusions range from guided snorkelling tours and sunset cruises to visits to the nearby research station. Bespoke adventures span diving, snorkelling, or fishing expeditions to the outer reef, exploring Hinchinbrook Island, Australia’s largest national park island, or visiting the striking Museum of Underwater Art.

Back at Orpheus, relaxation continues at the Gwandalan Day Spa, where treatments draw inspiration from the island’s serene surrounds. Dining is a highlight, with gourmet meals featuring produce from the lodge’s garden, freshly caught seafood, and seasonal ingredients, paired with premium Australian wines.

Blending luxury, seclusion, and natural wonder, Orpheus Island Lodge and Pelorus Private Island are the perfect places to unwind, reconnect, and experience the Great Barrier Reef up close.