Paradise Bay Eco Escape

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The Whitsunday Islands, Australia

A fabulous all-inclusive eco-lodge on a private bay in the beautiful Whitsunday Islands

Reviewed by Caroline Sylger Jones
Photographs by Chris Caldicott

Paradise Bay Eco Escape, Australia, Overview

PARADISE BAY ECO ESCAPE - REVIEW

Only reachable by helicopter from neighbouring Hamilton Island, this lodge enjoys an awesome setting in the privately owned Paradise Bay on the Whitsunday islands, part of the tropical Great Barrier Reef. Its 8 simple waterside bungalows are cleverly positioned so you can enjoy uninterrupted views of the stunning bay without seeing your neighbours. Curlews and wallabies wander the deck of a communal gazebo-style beach house, giant green turtles frequent the shallows, and there are day beds and hammocks for you to chill out on.

The lodge’s eco credentials are impeccable – it is self sufficient for fresh water, electricity and waste water disposal, and consumes less energy than an average suburban house. You can visit neighbouring islands and reefs on the lodge’s 34 foot catamaran, or go kayaking, snorkelling and trail walking in nearby national parks. Up to 16 people can stay at any one time, and meals and boat trips are communal, so it's perfect for those who want a few days in tropical heaven, but are happy to socialise.

HIGHS

Stunning setting, inaccessible to day trippers, on a ferry-free island
Daily trips to reefs and islands only reachable by boat
Friendly and dedicated team, for whom nothing is too much trouble
Solo travellers will appreciate the absence of single occupancy supplements and the sociable evenings
The arrival by helicopter is a pretty cool start to a magical experience
Everything is included (except alcohol during the day) so you don't have to worry about money for the whole of your stay

LOWS

It's a sociable place so not ideal for loners or loved-up couples
It's very expensive, although the rate does include all meals, day trips and leisure equipment
The beach is flat and tidal, so you can only swim comfortably from the shore at high tide
Being solar powered, there are no phones, TVs or air-con (only fans)

Print Whole Report

Name	Paradise Bay Eco Escape	Location	Whitsunday Islands, Queensland
Type	Eco Resort: 8 Bungalows	Country	Australia
Price Guide	3-day all-inclusive package: AU$1798pp	Open	All year


DISTANCES	Airport: 7km	Nearest Shops: 20km	Nearest restaurant: 20km	Beach: 0.1km