All-inclusive meals are a celebration of the reef and local produce brought to the table with skill, generosity and international flair. Think sustainably caught seafood, tropical fruits and vegetables – in daily changing menus created by the islands’ talented team of chefs. Breakfast is a quintessential a la carte offering while lunch is served tapas-style featuring different regions from around the globe daily. Dinner at the main lodge is typically a four-course degustation, held in the Main Pavilion, with a view of the sunset.

Our chefs are delighted to accommodate most dietary requirements. To ensure we can source the necessary provisions, we kindly request advance notice.

Our ‘Dining with the Tides’ experience is a must-do for any guests celebrating a special occasion on the island. An intimate six course degustation dinner is served on the Island’s starlit pier, looking out over the magnificent Coral Sea while Barramundi, Eagle Rays, Reef Sharks and Spangled Emperor swim below.

You can request a picnic hamper to take with you on your island adventure. Discover more dining experiences here.

Our local reef charters are around Orpheus Island or Curacoa Island and are charged on an hourly charter rate. Our outer reef private boat charters can be customised to your interests and locations generally include Brambles, Rib, Walker or Trunk Reefs. Outer Reef Charters are approximately 5 hours in length and include a captain, guide, refreshments and snacks. Find out more here.

Our local charters are charged hourly, and our outer reef charters are a minimum five-hour charge. Click here to view more information and a full breakdown of our current pricing.

Stinger season in Far North Queensland typically runs from November to May. We provide complimentary sunsuits to ensure your safety and protection while enjoying the water.

Yes, we have the Gwandalan Day Spa at the lodge, which offers a range of facial and body treatments designed to reflect the tranquillity and uninterrupted beauty of Orpheus Island and the surrounding Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. We recommend booking treatments in advance of your arrival. View more information and our spa menu here.

Light fishing gear is available for guests to take out at leisure and you can fish from one of our kayaks or motorised dinghies. If you are lucky enough to catch something while out, it can be brought back to the lodge and our chef and his team will happily prepare it for your dinner that night.

Outer reef fishing experiences are also available – find out more.

Winter is the best season for whale watching. Find out more about the marine wildlife you can spot in winter around the waters of our island here.

Check-in to your room is from 2 pm; however, if you arrive on the island earlier, you’re welcome to use our guest facilities until your room is ready for check-in.

Check-out from Orpheus Island Lodge is prior to 11 am; however, depending on the time of your helicopter transfers, we invite you to relax on the island until it’s time to say goodbye.

Exclusive use of the island is available starting at $35,950.00 per night for up to 28 guests.

For more information, please visit: https://www.orpheus.com.au/packages/exclusive-use/

Guests of all ages are welcome, including children.

The cancellation policy indicated in your bookings Terms and Conditions applies to your booking.

We recommend guests consider travel insurance to ensure they are protected against unexpected changes to their travel plans.

Yes, to arrange a gift certificate please contact our reservations team on [email protected]

All major credit cards are accepted. Or bank transfer can be arranged with prior notice by contacting our reservations team – contact us.

The North Beachfront Room & North Beachfront Suite interconnect to create the North Beachfront Villa.

Orpheus Island Lodge has a total of 14 rooms, suites and villas accommodating just 28 people in total.

The ocean is visible from inside and/or outside all of our guest rooms however the North Beachfront Suites offer the most unobtructed ocean view from inside wherease our South Beachfront Suites are rich in tropical vegetation at the entrance to each suite that creates an added sense of privacy from other lodge guests.

All of our rooms are mere steps from the sandy shore, but our South Beachfront Rooms South Beachfront Suites are the closest to the beach.

From time to time, we do have special offers available. You can view our special offers and packages page here. Our newsletter subscribers are also provided lodge news, information on key events and exclusive offers first – sign up here.

We offer babysitting services at a rate of AUD $50.00 per hour. Please note that pre-booking is required to ensure availability.

The standard inclusions are three gourmet meals daily, an all-inclusive mini bar, unlimited use of motorised dinghies, paddleboards, kayaks, and catamarans, unlimited use of fishing and snorkelling gear, a daily curated Orpheus experience, and quality Australian beer, wine, spirits, and soft drinks. Depending on the specific package you book you may have additional inclusions. Speak to our reservations team if you require any further information.

We require a two-night minimum stay, but we recommend a stay of at least three to four nights to truly immerse yourself in our destination. Should you be short on time, please speak to our team for a personalised itinerary, as we can arrange private helicopter charters for earlier or later departures that allow you to maximise your experience.

As we are a boutique lodge with only 14 rooms, we highly recommend booking as far in advance as possible. Particularly during peak periods like Australian school holidays, public holidays and the festive or Easter period.

We accept individual bookings 18 months in advance and group bookings further in advance on a request basis. Please enquire by contacting our reservations team.

We recommend helicopter transfers from Townsville or Cairns. You can read more about our scheduled helicopter service and private helicopter charter services on our Getting Here page.
Boat transfers from Lucinda can also be organised on request. If you are arriving via private boat or charter, please get in touch with our reservations team for more information.

By helicopter: 30 minutes from Townsville or 90 minutes from Cairns. By boat: 1 to 2 hours from Lucinda, depending on sea conditions. Read more on our Getting Here page.