Is there anything more incredible than spending the night in one of these underwater suites in Australia? Yes: its spectacular views of the Great Barrier Reef! Cruise Whitsundays , a company based in Airlie Beach , has conceived this dream experience.
Seeking to take their proposal to the next level, they decided to build the Australia's first underwater lodge . Located on the high seas, in Hardy Reef , and 75 kilometers from Airlie Beach , the reefsuites they stand as the spectacular setting for an experience that sees its apogee at all times, and in particular during the height of the night.
Underwater suites at Airlie Beach.
“Once the idea came up, it was necessary to work with a naval architect to design the build, and then work with a marine design firm on the outfitting. Of course, we had to overcome a number of challenges, such as the weight distribution and the balance of the structure, which were overcome with the help of various specialists. Now, we are proud to offer guests a new way to experience the reef. ”, they tell Condé Nast Traveler from Cruise Whitsundays.
Both reefsuites offered on this occasion, have the purpose of giving a new meaning to the concept of room with views , giving guests the opportunity to wake up close to marine life in a reef declared World Heritage.
Each of the underwater rooms Available in either a double or single bed alternative, it features premium bedding, a glass-enclosed bathroom and floor-to-ceiling views of the island's wonderful biodiversity. Great Barrier Reef.
Guests can choose to venture snorkeling, scuba diving, or take a scenic flight.
The trip begins with a cruise through the Whitsunday Islands until Hardy Reef on board one of the company's panoramic boats, to later arrive at the reef around 11 in the morning.
After lunch, guests can venture into different activities such as snorkeling, diving, swimming or take a scenic helicopter flight to see the iconic Heart Reef (at an additional cost).
While daytime visitors say goodbye to the site in the middle of the afternoon, those guests who have booked one of the two reefsuites , they can retire to the intimacy of their underwater accommodation.
The sunsets on the Whitsundays Cruise experience.
Not without first contemplating a magnificent sunset on the horizon with a drink, in a prelude to a long starlight dinner on the upper deck of the pontoon.
All meals included breakfast, afternoon tea, lunch, beer, wine and the gastronomic experience are included in the total price, except for cocktails and spirits that have an additional cost.
Around the same experience that enhances the joy of adventure, from Cruise Whitsundays they also offer visitors the alternative reefsleep , a unique opportunity to sleep under the stars.
Underwater suites in Australia.
The underwater suites in australia, available from April 1, 2022 , have a price that starts at approximately 1,285 euros per person to sleep in the single room, while the double suite has a value of 910.00 euros per person.
You can book at Cruise Whitsundays here.