Where is Pelorus Private Island

Rising from the northernmost cluster of peaks of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef’s ‘Great Palm’ archipelago just off the coast of Townsville, Pelorus Island is 400 hectares of pristine wilderness and superb fringing reefs, all accessible at your leisure by helicopter or private yacht.

A journey to Pelorus Private Island can be tailored entirely around the way you wish to travel, the time you have and the experiences you would like to include along the way.

Arrive in North Queensland by private jet, then continue by helicopter directly to the island. Or begin on the water, exploring the Great Barrier Reef aboard a Morris Nautical yacht, from M.Y. Flying Fish and M.Y. Beluga to the 41-metre Benetti Oasis, M.Y. Northern Escape.

For a longer Queensland journey, Pelorus can be paired with time at Orpheus Island Lodge or Mt Mulligan Lodge, bringing together the reef, tropical islands and the vast outback in one considered itinerary.

Whatever the length of your stay, private jet, helicopter and yacht connections can be seamlessly arranged to make the journey to Pelorus as effortless as the stay itself.

Private helicopter charter

Access Pelorus Island is via air with a private helicopter charters customised to your preferences.

Arrive to the island via a scenic 30 minute private helicopter charter from Townsville Domestic Airport, or a 90-minute private helicopter charter from Cairns Domestic and International Airport.

Our reservations team will work with you to charter your private transfers, ensuring you arrive in style. Pricing is dependent on helicopter, availability and departure location.

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Private yacht charter

Private yacht charters with Morris Nautical offer a seamless way to arrive at Pelorus Private Island in style. Departing from either Cairns or Townsville, guests can enjoy a personalised cruising experience through the Great Barrier Reef aboard one of our luxury vessels. Relocation costs apply for departures outside of Townsville, but every journey promises an unforgettable introduction to the island, with the freedom to stop along the way for snorkelling, diving, or simply soaking in the beauty of the Coral Sea

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Private jet expeditions

Seamlessly connecting you to Pelorus Private Island, our Challenger 604 private jet transforms travel across Australia into part of the journey itself. With a range of up to 7.5 hours, the aircraft offers direct access between Australia’s major capital cities and international airports with North Queensland, linking the island and vessels seamlessly.

Configured for up to 10 guests, the Challenger 604 provides a spacious cabin designed for comfort on longer journeys, including four single beds, onboard WiFi and a dedicated cabin attendant to ensure every detail is taken care of.

From Brisbane or Sydney to Townsville and Cairns, guests travel directly to the gateway of their journey — maximising time immersed in Australia’s most remarkable environments rather than navigating the complexities of commercial travel.