The Thala Beach Nature Reserve is located on a private headland between Cairns and Port Douglas, Australia.
Eco accommodation options are sensitively positioned amongst the resort’s 145 acre property.
Complimentary experiences are provided for guests, including nature/wildlife walks, star gazing nights, Coconut Odyssey tour and specialist talks from local experts. Guests and visitors alike are invited to dine in the treetops at the popular Ospreys Restaurant.
The Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrive at Thala Beach Reserve
Participants will be met at the Cairns Airport and taken by private transfer to the Thala Beach Nature Reserve near Port Douglas.
In the evening a Welcome Dinner will create the time and space for getting to know each other.
Included Meals: Welcome Dinner
Day 2 – Free Day at Thala Beach Lodge
Breakfast at the Lodge.
Today you will have the use of the meeting space for the entire day.
To break up the day, complimentary experiences are available for all guests.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 – Great Barrier Reef Day Tour
Breakfast at the Lodge
The group will be picked up by a private driver who will take them to Port Douglas for an all day Great Barrier Reef Tour.
One of Australia’s most remarkable natural gifts the Great Barrier Reef is a living masterpiece so big it can be seen from outer space.
Today’s 90 minute journey aboard a modern vessel takes you to the very edge of the outer Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy the true wonders of the outer reef where vibrant corals, schools of brightly coloured fish and turtles can be seen at the magnificent Agincourt Ribbon Reefs. Each day 3 snorkel sites are chosen according to tidal and weather conditions.
If you haven’t snorkeled before the experienced and knowledgeable staff will be on hand to give you instruction. More experienced snorkelers will be thrilled with exploring spectacular drop-offs and coral pinnacles. A marine biologist will also provide a fascinating reef interpretation talk on the history and ecology of the reef system.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4 – Free Day at Thala Beach Lodge
Breakfast at the Lodge.
Today you will have the use of the meeting space for the entire day.
To break up the day, complimentary experiences are available for all guests.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 – Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour
Breakfast at the Lodge.
Explore the magnificent Daintree Rainforest, the world’s oldest living rainforest.
Witness the crystal clear waters of the Mossman River flowing over giant boulders. Cross the Daintree River by cable ferry and be guided through the diverse ecosystems of the wet tropics. Walk along Kulki Boardwalk for views across magical Cape Tribulation.
Cruise the Cooper Creek waterway home to prehistoric crocodiles and unique wildlife.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 – Free Day at Thala Beach Lodge
Breakfast at the Lodge.
Today you will have the use of the meeting space for the entire day.
To break up the day, complimentary experiences are available for all guests.
In the evening a Farewell Dinner is prepared for the group.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
Day 7 – Depart Port Douglas
You will be collected from your accommodation by a private transfer who will return you to Cairns Airport in time for your onward journey.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Pricing Information
Per person based on double occupancy: US$ 2,945
Single occupancy supplement: $ 995
Pricing is based on 8 participants + 1 facilitator
Trip Cost Inclusions:
– 6 nights accommodation
– Return Private Transfers
– All Breakfasts
– 2 x dinners
– Great Barrier Reef Tour
– Daintree Rainforest Tour
– 1 Facilitator’s accommodation and all services included in the itinerary free of charge
– The use of a private meeting space; 3 days
– Journeys of the Spirit fees
– Collection of payments from participants
– Disbursement of payments to service providers (accommodation, transfers, guides, private driver)
– Sending out of all legal forms to participants
– Covered under Journeys of the Spirit seller of travel license
– Support for participants air or additional arrangements before and after the retreat
– Extensive travel document package with destination information
Trip Cost Exclusions:
– International flights
– Items of a personal nature
– Meals not listed in the itinerary
– Any additional tours
– Travel insurance
Additional expenses which might be added by the retreat leader:
– Airline ticket budget
– Meals throughout the retreat for the facilitator
– Additional night(s), arriving a day earlier and/or departing a day later
– Facilitator’s mark up
Please also remember that this itinerary can be further customized with other unique experiences. Any tours and experiences can be arranged around your own schedule for having meetings and sessions with your group.
Please let me know if you have any questions and feel free to contact me anytime if you need assistance with making the arrangements for your group.
We have created retreats for retreat leaders for over 15 years and work with some of the best services providers worldwide.
If you are interested in further discussing this or any other retreat option, please feel free to schedule a consultation call with me using the link below:
Consultation call with Ales scheduling
About Ales
I’ve been passionate about travel ever since I can remember. Having had the opportunity to travel all around the world for many years it’s my greatest desire to enrich peoples lives in a profound way by creating unforgettable journeys, and give each of my clients the amazing experiences I’ve had throughout my travels.
By allowing me to design your journeys, you can be assured that you will be taken care of from the moment we start planning your vacation until the moment you return. Contact me and let me know where you would like to go or let me help you find the destination that will give you the experience you are looking for.
May all your travels stir your soul and change your life forever – Ales.
