KINGFISHER BAY RESORT-VILLAS

Aaa diamond rating - 4 diamonds-star rating - 4 stars-mobil rating - stars. Property description-kingfisher bay resort -villaskingfisher bay resort -villas on world heritagelisted fraser island is in perfect harmony withits natural surrounds and offers a rare ecotourismexperience for travellers. Hidden amongst the treecovered dunes on the edge of the calm waters ofthe great sandy straits in beautiful queenslandkingfisher bay resort -villas is a relaxingholiday haven. In fact kingfisher bay resort -villas is theultimate relaxing getaway providing an excitingwilderness adventure a romantic paradise a funfamily holiday or an island conference retreat. The fully integrated large scale ecotourism resortwhich opened in 1992 setting bench marks inecotourism which have been used by ecotourismventures worldwide. The resort is designed to giveguests an enjoyable nature based ecotourismexperience on fraser island while creating minimalimpact on the environment. Located on world heritage listed fraser islandwhich stretches for 123 kilometres and featuresbeautiful fresh water lakes lush rainforestsspectacular cliffs of coloured sands rare fenssand blows endless beaches shipwrecks wildflowersand abundant native wildlife and kingfisher bayresort -villas provides a world class base fromwhich to explore. The resorts interpretive expert rangers takeguests to explore fraser islands significantnatural and geological features and interestingaboriginal and european histories. They provideinformation and an environmental ethic on guidedwalks 4wd tours and marine cruises. Plus the resorts own grounds provide great fodderfor many themed ranger guided walks. Landscapingmirrors native vegetation and protects the islandsgene pool walkways protect dunal systems. Selfguided walking trails with interpretive signageand field guides help guests explore further. Rare acid frogs bats and sugars gliders can bespotted at night around the resort lakes. Rangerguided bird walks help guests discover some of the354 species of birds recorded on the island. Thebountiful plant life provides bush tucker bushfood and natural medicines. Dolphins dugongturtles rays frequent the island waters. The calm safe waters of platypus bay off the northwestern coast of fraser island in the hervey baymarine park have also become known world wide as aprime whale watching area. From august to octobereach year humpback whales on their migration southto the antarctic stop to rest play and nurturetheir calves in the bay. They put on spectaculardisplays for tourists that really do provide thethrill of a life time. The resort offers dailyhalf day whale watching cruises with picks up fromhervey bay and the resorts own jetty. When thewhale season is over dolphin search cruisesoperate and provide a great deal of fun. The resort also provides easy access to boatingfishing swimming and beach combing activities onthe island. On fraser island you are truly spoiltby nature and after a day spent exploring you arespoilt by the creature comforts available atkingfisher bay resort -villas. Built to strict environmental guidelineskingfisher bay resort -villas has won australiastop architectural prize. It has a distinctivequeensland style with double storey nativetimberbuildings designed to harmonise with theenvironment and not impact upon it. Hidden amongthe trees all styles of accommodation havemagnificent sea lake or bushland views which canbe enjoyed from wide private decks. The resort has 152 hotel rooms each with largeprivate decks with bush or lake views and wellappointed bathrooms some with spas. Bedding isqueen plus a king single. Maximum of three adultsor two adults and two children. Air conditioningtelevision hairdryer iron and ironing board faxmodem line tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can opt to stay in one of 100 selfcontained two and three bedroom villas sleep from5 to 6 people. All have private decks some withspas fully equipped kitchens laundry iron andironing board bath and shower fans tv clock radio. Bne brisbane intl airport. 15. 5mi-25. 0km- downtown . MI- KM- kingfisher bay resort -villas is located on theworld heritage listed fraser island the worldlargest sand island. The resort is access by 40mins 4wd vehicle barge transfers ex river heads or40 mins ferry from urangan boat harbour in herveybay. Attractions- brisbane airport . 15. 5mi - 25. KM0- fraser island . 0. 6 MI - 1. 0km- hervey bay fraser coast airport 0. 6 MI - 1. 0kmcorporate locationsMeeting rooms - 6largest seating capacity - 300smallest seating capacity - 10-no meeting facilities on site-24 hour security -alarms monitored-audible alarms -smoke alarms in halls-smoke alarms in rooms -smoke alarms public areas-linked to fire dept -basic medical equipment-backup generators -emergency evac plan-emergency info in rooms -exit maps in rooms-exit signs lit -exit doors auto lock-overnight security -parking areas lit-safety compliant -pa system-room windows open -security escort available-staff trained for aed -staff trained in cpr-staff red cross cpr cert -staff trained to dup keys-staff first aid trained -ventilated stairwells-well lit walkwaysSeabelle restaurantcuisine type -location -- on propertydistance from hotel -0. 0mi - 0. 0kmaward winning a la carte restaurant which promotesthe flavours of the australian bush. Operatinghours opens for dinner only. Daily evening from6. 00 pm till late. The maheno restaurant lounge and cocktail barcuisine type - internationallocation -- on propertydistance from hotel -0. 0mi - 0. 0kmthe restaurant overlook the main resort swimmingpool out to the lakes and is for breakfast lunchand dinner daily. Breakfast menu choose continental or hot countrystyle breakfasts from the buffet. Lunch menu a la carte selection. Dinner buffets with a stunning array of hot andcold dishes and desserts. Seafood buffets onfriday and saturday. Children s menu also available. Sand bar bistro pizzeriacuisine type - internationallocation -- on propertydistance from hotel -0. 0mi - 0. 0kmoverlooking the beach and two swimming pools thesand bars vibrant nautical atmosphere makes this afun family place to relax for lunch or dinner. There is an extensive blackboard menu plus greatpizza in the evenings. On sundays you can enjoy acarverybuffet lunch. Childrens menu available. Meal plansaud30 adult aud13. 50 child. Check in-out times:checkin: 14:00 hours checkout: 10:00 hours. Family policy:children from 4 to 14 years stay free with anaccompanied adults using existing bedding. Childrates apply to meal or package plans. Child ratesapply to meal or package plans with at least onepaying adult. Cancellation policy:cancellation within 7 days prior to arrival willincur a fee equivalent to one nights accommodationor equivalent to one nights. Early checkout policy:available at a charge. Exceptions may apply during holidays-specialevents or conventions - see rate rules. Pet policy:no pets of any kind allowed world heritage area. Credit cards accepted for payment-american expressdebit cardsmastercardtravelers checksvisa. No service chargesTotal tax - 10pct vat - 10pctEx ra-rc n-a cr 15. 00aud.