Lady Elliot Island Turtle Trek Package
Departure Times
Departure Point: Hervey Bay or Bundaberg
Pricing Options
See hatching and nesting sea turtles up close on the pristine Lady Elliot Island in the Southern Great Barrier Reef!
- From November to March, watch protected sea turtles as they nest and hatch
- Travel to Lady Elliot Island via scenic flight from Hervey Bay
- Stay in an eco-cabin at Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort for 3 nights
- Go snorkelling, cruise in a glass bottom boat, and enjoy this stunning island
Book now for travel between November - March!
Experience the magic of turtle season with a Turtle Trek Package on Lady Elliot Island! Travel from Hervey Bay to Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort via scenic flight, where you can admire this gorgeous section of the Southern Great Barrier Reef from the sky.
Spend 3 nights at the resort in an eco cabin, enjoying activities like snorkelling, boat tours, and attenting informative turtle talks. Let the naturalist guides bring you to the turtles' natural habitat so you can see them nesting and hatching from November to March!
Highlights
- 3-night stay at Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort
- Return scenic flights from Hervey Bay
- Panoramic aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef
- See turtles nesting and hatching
- Access to resort facilities and activities
- Comfy accommodation in an eco-cabin
- Glass bottom boat tours offered
- Snorkel gear and lessons provided
- Spot marine life and explore pristine coral reefs
- Free time to enjoy the tropical island scenery
- Breakfast and dinner included daily
- Informative turtle talks by experts
- Family-friendly
Sample Itinerary
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Scenic Flight From Hervey Bay
Travel to Lady Elliot Island in a premium seaplane where you can enjoy unmatched views of the island and the surrounding Great Barrier Reef. Flights depart from Hervey Bay and Bundaberg, and make sure you bring a camera to capture those incredible aerial views!
Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort
Arrive at Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort where you'll spend the next three...
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What To Bring
- Please bring a small overnight bag for your 2 night stay including:
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Camera
- Clothes/toiletries
- Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
There is a 15kg luggage limit for all helicopter flights!
What's Included
- 3 night stay at Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort
- Stay in an eco cabin with shared bathroom facilities
- Return scenic flight transfers from Hervey Bay or Bundaberg
- Buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily
- Snork...
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Important Information
- There is a minimum 3 night stay at the resort.
- All activities are subject to weather and tide conditions.
- Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
- There is a 15kg luggage limit for all flights.
- Not valid in QLD/NSW School Holidays (13 Dec 2025 – 26 Jan 2026)
What To Bring
- Please bring a small overnight bag for your 2 night stay including:
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Camera
- Clothes/toiletries
- Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
There is a 15kg luggage limit for all helicopter flights!
What's Included
- 3 night stay at Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort
- Stay in an eco cabin with shared bathroom facilities
- Return scenic flight transfers from Hervey Bay or Bundaberg
- Buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily
- Snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel, fins)
- Snorkel lesson if required
- Glass bottom boat tour and guided snorkel tour
- Free activities at the resort
- Informational turtle talks and presentations
- National Park fees
What's Extra
- 2 hot and cold buffet lunches ($70 per adult and $44 per child)
- Any extra meals or souvenirs you wish to purchase at the resort
- Additional nights at the resort (please enquire)
- Scuba diving
Cancellations
All cancellations forfeit 25% of the recommended retail price (RRP) - not the discounted/sale price. No shows or client cancellations made within 14 days of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
A refund in the event of cancellation is subject to both our Cancellation Policy and the terms of the supplier.
Terms and Conditions
Our Terms & Conditions apply to this experience. Please review them before booking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many nights can we stay at Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort?
This package includes 3 nights, and the resort has a minimum 3-night stay policy. But you can add on extra nights if you wish, please enquire upon booking!
What meals are included?
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included daily with this package.
How much luggage can we bring?
You are allowed 15kg of luggage, there are strict weight requirements because you are flying to and from the island.
Where do the scenic flights depart from?
Your scenic flight to Lady Elliot Island departs from Hervey Bay Airport. There are also flights from Bundaberg to the island, please enquire about this option!
When is turtle season?
Turtle season on Lady Elliot Island is from November to March. The first half of the season is when turtles come ashore to nest, and the second half of of the season is when the eggs hatch and you can see baby sea turtles making their way to the sea!
What is the accommodation like?
You are staying in twin or triple rooms in an eco cabin with shared facilities. Enquire about solo rooms or upgrading to a garden or reef view room!
