Heron Island is one of the most spectacular locations on the Southern Great Barrier Reef with over 1000 species of marine wildlife including whales, dolphins, rays, reef sharks, groper and tropical fish. The island has a permanent population of Green and Loggerhead Turtles and is regularly visited by seven of the nine turtle species in the world. Snorkel directly off the shore or choose from 21 dive sites all within 15 minutes boat ride; fly high over the island, explore the reef at low tide or view it all from a glass bottomed boat – the options are endless.
Where is Heron Island located?
2-hour ferry from Gladstone Marina
How to get to heron island
By Ferry (daily except Tues & Thu) – Approximately 2 hours (departs 9:30am)
By Helicopter – From $1,200 / Adult or $840 / Child
What time will I arrive on Heron island?
Between 11.30am and midday.
What time will I leave Heron Island?
Ferry departs Heron Island 12:45pm (daily except Tues & Thu), arrives Gladstone Marina 2:45pm