Located on the World-Heritage-listed Heron Island, this resort offers free snorkeling lessons in the outdoor pool and free guided reef walks. Guests can use non-motorized water sports equipment free of charge. Rooms at the Heron Island Resort feature bright living areas, which open onto balconies with garden or sea views. Each has a fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. All include beach towels and sun umbrellas. Resort Heron Island has a day spa offering massages and facials. The tour desk organizes a variety of diving and snorkeling tours around many Great Barrier Reef locations. Shearwater Restaurant offers buffet and á la carte options with views over the Coral Sea. Guests can sip cocktails on the outdoor terrace or relax in the Pandanus Lounge. Heron Island is accessible by boat, seaplane and helicopter from Gladstone. The boat departs Gladstone at 14:00 and departs the resort at 10:00 each day, except Tuesdays and Thursdays. Coach service to/from Gladstone Airport is available, additional charges apply.