- Location Queensland
- Country/State Australia
- Region Australia & New Zealand
Surrounded by the colourful Coral Sea, Pumpkin Island is a family-friendly destination with a difference. A haven for divers, snorkelers and sun-seekers, the island offers an unbeatable proximity to the Great Barrier Reef as well as boasting sunny weather and an all-Australian atmosphere. So throw another shrimp on the barbie and enjoy a holiday which is sure to put a smile on your face.
Rates
Cottages are available from AUD 330 per night, whereas exclusive island rental (max. 30 guests) begins at AUS 1,915. Please contact a member of the Vladi Private Islands Travel Team for further details and please be aware that the island is currently booked out until September 2015.
Location
Situated within the colourful waters of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, Pumpkin Island is located approximately fifteen kilometres from the Queensland mainland, just off the coast from Yeppoon.
Accommodation
Spread out across the island’s picturesque 15 acres, guests will find five cosy cottages each offering perfect panoramas of the Pacific Ocean. Painted in a range of vibrant colours, each of the five cottages boasts a very different character and has its own name to match. Making use of the elements outside, the cottages are powered using renewable energy sources and can booked either on an individual basis or all together as part of Pumpkin Island’s popular exclusive island rental package. Capable of hosting a maximum of 30 guests at any one time, this island retreat is ideal for family reunions, special occasions or even business functions, with team-building exercises forming a particularly popular option. However you choose to spend your time on this magical private island, one thing is certain – you won’t be disappointed. The fresh, salty air and the vivid sunsets ensure that there’s no better way to forget the stresses and strains of everyday life.
Dining
Created by the award-winning Waterline Restaurant at the nearby Keppel Bay Marina, Pumpkin Island’s gourmet menu is sure to sate even the largest of appetites. Whichever of the mouth-watering menus catches your eye, the professional and talented chefs will lovingly prepare a hamper of goodies ready for baking, steaming, or throwing on the barbecue, in true Australian style. With everything from hearty breakfasts, sizzling skewers and even laid-back family feasts, there’s plenty to fall in love with on Pumpkin Island.
Surrounded by the pristine waters of the Coral Sea, Pumpkin Island offers the perfect opportunity to get up close and personal with the Great Barrier Reef. Swim amongst colourful coral and vivid sea-life, take to the waves on a glass-bottom kayak or enjoy a fishing trip unlike any other in the Great Trevally Cove. The fun continues on the island itself, with three perfect peaks awaiting discovery and offering incredible views for all those who dare to climb them. Enjoy picnic lunches on either the well-tended lawns or the blissful beaches and get lost in the castaway lifestyle. With activities for families, love-struck honeymooners and groups of bon viveurs alike, there’s never a dull moment to be had on this perfect private island.
Best Time To Travel
One of the most popular times to travel to Pumpkin Island is during the Australian winter. Home to a tropical climate, humidity can be high on the island. Between the months of June to September, however, the temperatures still hover around the mid-to-late twenties, yet the weather is decidedly less humid than throughout the rest of the year.
How To Get There
Situated on Queensland’s Capricorn Coast, Pumpkin’s nearest airport is Rockhampton. Long-haul travellers are advised to fly into one of Australia’s many international airports before transferring to Rockhampton via one of Australia’s larger carriers. The likes of Qantas and Virgin Blue offer regular commercial flights daily from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. From Rockhampton, it is only a short journey to Keppel Bay Marina, before a journey aboard the Pumpkin Xpress connects you to your final destination.
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