NederlandsGreen Island - Great Barrier Reef
» Click here for Green Island resort information
Situated in far North Queensland on one of the Natural Wonders of the World, the Great Barrier Reef, is another of nature's extraordinary gifts - spectacular Green Island. A small coral cay, Green Island is one of Australia's leading heritage sites and home to Green Island Resort. Commonly regarded as one of the most environmental tourist developments in the world, it is also the only five star resort in Tropical North Queensland positioned on a true coral cay.
With just 46 luxurious suites, one of the great things about Green Island Resort is its unique reef and rainforest surroundings. Green Island is the only coral cay in the Great Barrier Reef with a rainforest. Here you will discover an intimate retreat nestled amongst the rainforest and cleverly secluded from the remainder of the island and day visitor facilities.
Green Island is an Australian island resort that is home to 126 native plant species, a countless number of birdlife and surrounded by magnificent coral gardens. A true coral cay, Green Island is around 6000 years old and was formed by a build up of sand sediments, animal and coral deposits to above sea level. It is 15 hectares in size and takes around 45 minutes to walk around.
Queensland's Tropical Islands are more than just havens of harmony, relaxation and beauty; they also provide a diverse range of sceneries, activities and luxury. Essentially, there is a Queensland island to suit the tastes, needs and desires of everyone. There is a great variety of activities and things to try during your stay at Green Island including diving tours around the reef, snorkel tours, guided rainforest tours in fact just about any tour you could think of!
It is one of the few true coral islands that can be visited and is rightly popular. Beneath the surrounding sea are fish and marine life that will fascinate you for hours. Or you may like to take a stroll through the lush cool rainforest, laze on white coral sands or by the swimming pool where you can simply relax in the world class day visitor resort facilities. Whether you spend a half or full day on Green Island, you will experience a great adventure unlike any other.
