Orpheus Island

Orpheus Island Experience

1600

MINIMUM NIGHTLY RATE

28

MAXIMUM ISLAND GUEST CAPACITY

1100

SPECIES OF REEF FISH

Located amidst the magical waters of the Great Barrier Reef, Orpheus is a secluded island hideaway accommodating just 28 indulged guests at any one time.

Orpheus showcases a plethora of once in a lifetime experiences.

Its principal dive sites boast 1,100 of the 1,500 species of fish on the reef; the local waters are a fisherman’s playground and home to the most sought after reef fish species in the world; and guests can take the helm of a motorised dinghy complete with gourmet picnic hamper and discover the many pristine coves and reefs that fringe Orpheus.

Alternatively, Orpheus provides the perfect backdrop for a more private interlude if guests wish to simply relax and succumb to a unique indigenous-inspired treatment at the Gwandalan Day Spa.

Accommodation rates include all gourmet meals, celebrating a bounty of locally sourced and freshly grown and caught seasonal delights, a selection of Australian wines and beers, a daily Orpheus experience (snorkelling, fishing, island cruises).

For an additional charge guests can take part in the island’s signature Dining with the Tides
experience, an intimate dinner for two under a starlit canopy on the island’s jetty or go diving on the Great Barrier Reef.

Access to Orpheus Island is via a 30-minute helicopter journey from Townsville, or 90-minute helicopter flight from Cairns.

INCLUSIONS

All gourmet meals
Complimentary inclusion of selected Australian wines and beers
Orpheus experience daily – snorkelling, fishing or island cruise
Unlimited use of motorised dinghies, paddle boards, kayaks, catamarans, snorkelling equipment and light fishing gear

EXTRA ACTIVITIES

Helicopter transfers via Townsville, Cairns or Port Douglas
Introductory or Certified Diving on the Great Barrier Reef
Gwandalan Day Spa treatment
Signature Dining with the Tides experience

HELICOPTER TRANSFERS

Helicopter transfers via Townsville

Easily accessible from Townsville Airport, enjoy a 30-minute helicopter transfer over the picturesque coral-studded sea to Orpheus!

The Nautilus Aviation check-in desk is situated at Townsville International Airport, cnr Halifax St and Stinson Avenue, Garbutt QLD.

The check-in desk is located next to the airport baggage carousel in the Arrivals area.

Guests are to meet at the check-in desk no later than 45 minutes prior to their scheduled helicopter departure time.

ONE DAILY SCHEDULED CHARTER EX TOWNSVILLE

Townsville to Orpheus – departing 2pm, arriving 2.30pm

Orpheus to Townsville – departing 2.30pm, arriving 3pm

$345 one way, per person

If the daily scheduled charter is fully booked on your preferred dates of travel, or if the scheduled timings do not coincide with your itinerary, a private helicopter charter may be arranged at an additional cost (subject to availability).

PRIVATE HELICOPTER CHARTER EX TOWNSVILLE (on request only)
$990 (2 passengers – weight & luggage restrictions apply)
$2200 (up to 6 passengers – weight & luggage restrictions apply)

Helicopter transfers via Cairns/Port Douglas

Easily accessible from Cairns Airport, enjoy a 90-minute helicopter journey over the picturesque coral-studded sea, and the spectacular outer reef to Orpheus!

Domestic passengers arriving into Cairns Airport will be met at the baggage carousel by a friendly member of the Nautilus Aviation team.

International passengers will be met after security screening in the arrivals hall. Guests are to keep an eye out for a Nautilus Aviati on sign which notes their surname.

For any guests making their own way to the Nautilus Aviation hangar, the address is Hangar 9, Bush Pilot’s Ave, General Aviation, Aeroglen QLD. Guests are to meet at the hangar no later than 30 minutes prior to their chartered helicopter departure time.

PRIVATE HELICOPTER CHARTER EX CAIRNS/PORT DOUGLAS (on request only)
$2,475 (2 passengers – weight & luggage restrictions apply)
$3,850 (up to 4 passengers – weight & luggage restrictions apply)
$5,310 (up to 6-7 passengers – weight & luggage restrictions apply)

There is no charge for infants under three years of age when seated on the lap of an adult passenger. Children aged 3+ years will be charged at the ‘per person’ rate as for safety reasons they require their own seat.

Luggage Restrictions

Passengers are restricted to one small bag, to a maximum of 15kg in total (non-rigid duffle or cabin bags are preferred as they are easier to load in the helicopter boot due to space limitations).

Any excess luggage can be safely stowed at the respective Nautilus Aviation hangar.

Be aware that in some instances the pilot may ask your guests to repack into a supplied duffle bag if the luggage is too large!

For guests carrying excess luggage that requires secure storage and who will be travelling from the island to a different port on departure e.g. Townsville – Orpheus Island – Cairns or vice versa, we can arrange their excess baggage to be couriered to their final port for collection by the guest on arrival from their departure transfer.

This will be at an extra charge to the guest, payable upon room check-out, price subject to baggage weights on the day.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

CANCELLATION FEES

Any cancellations made 61 days or more prior to arrival; no cancellation fees apply.
Any cancellations made 60 – 31 days prior to arrival; a 50% cancellation fee applies (accommodation and helicopter transfers).
Any cancellations made 30 – 0 days prior to arrival; 100% cancellation fee applies (accommodation and helicopter transfers).
Unused Services, no refund can be given for any unused services or early departures.
All cancellations must be received in writing.

NO SHOW POLICY

Full cancellation fees apply.

WEATHER POLICY

Orpheus will not accept any responsibility for adverse weather conditions.

CHILD POLICY

Orpheus welcomes children. Infants are classified as <2 years of age. Portacots are provided, free-of-charge, to infants in either the North Beachfront Suite, South Suite or North Beachfront Villa. Children are classified as 2-17 years of age. Special children’s menus are available on request.

CHILD DISCLAIMER

Parents, by entering into an accommodation contract with Orpheus, accept all responsibilities for their child(ren).

RELEASE OF BOOKINGS

If any of the aforementioned conditions are not met, Orpheus reserves the right to release all bookings.

MINIMUM STAYS

Minimum two (2) night stay applies to all reservations except for when a three (3) night minimum stay is required from Friday 18th December 2020 to Sunday 3rd January 2021, inclusive. For any bookings in-house that fall over any one of these dates, a three (3) night minimum stay will apply.

HELICOPTER TRANSFERS

Helicopter transfers to/from Orpheus are operated by a third party. At the time of booking, it’s mandatory for guests to supply their individual body weights (kg) to confirm helicopter transfers. On the day of transfer, passengers are restricted to a maximum of 15kg of luggage each (this includes hand luggage). Any excess luggage can be stowed at the respective Nautilus Aviation hangars. Each helicopter type is limited to certain payload restrictions. Should a couples’ combined weight exceed 200kg (2 x passengers plus luggage), an additional upgrade fee will be applicable. Should a passenger’s individual body weight have a variance of more than 10% from their initially quoted weight, Nautilus Aviation Pty Ltd. reserves the right to charge an additional upgrade fee.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Although all care is taken, Orpheus cannot accept responsibility for any expenses incurred by a passenger as a result of any domestic/international flight delays, reschedules or alterations, mechanical failures or poor weather. It is suggested that guests take out travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances.

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