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Description
Lady Elliot Island has one of the highest seabird diversity of any island within the Great Barrier Reef. The Capricorn Silvereye, a small bird endemic to the southern Great Barrier Reef, is found on the island, which is also home to the Buff-banded Rail. It is an important seabird nesting site. The cay is a haven for over fifty species of tropical seabirds and wading birds. Over 100,000 birds nest on Lady Elliot Island during summer breeding season.
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Day trips or overnight stays are available. Access to Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort is on a small aircraft chartered from Seair Pacific to transport guests to and from the Island. Flights leave from Bundaberg, Hervey Bay, Brisbane (Redcliffe), and Gold Coast (Coolangatta). Each passenger is allowed a maximum of 15kg of baggage. Suitcases and individual items must not exceed 15kg in weight and should not be larger than 70cm x 40cm x 30cm to fit in the aircraft luggage compartments. Passengers traveling with dive or camera equipment and needing additional luggage allowance can purchase it up to 3 days prior to travel by calling Reservations.