A deluxe, family-owned eco and wildlife retreat nestled in 58 hectares of native forest on a headland with breathtaking vistas adjacent to secluded Oak Beach, Thala Beach Nature Reserve is located just 15 minutes south of Port Douglas.

An ideal base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, private and exclusive Thala has proudly achieved the highest accreditation of eco-certification through sustainable practices and environmental sensitivity. Their boutique timber bungalows are built high above the ground on stilts providing a private and unobtrusive approach to nature.

The resort’s 83 deluxe air-conditioned timber bungalows nestle magically into the forest canopy and offer ocean, mountain or forest views. Stylishly decorated and finished with Australian timber and granite, the decor recreates the feel of the pristine environment that surrounds them.

Enjoy a signature massage or rejuvenating facial, body scrub or wrap to a soundtrack of nature at Thala’s relaxing day spa and massage studio.

Complimentary guided nature tours are offered by Thala’s onsite rangers and include activities such as tree planting, stargazing at the outdoor observatory, wildlife walks and bird-watching. Swim at private-access beaches exclusive to Thala guests, or in the two natural freeform rock pools surrounded by granite boulders and waterfalls that blend seamlessly into the surrounding rainforest and woodlands.
Dine with the birds in the surrounding treetops as you soak up the uninterrupted views of the more than 110-kilometres of spectacular forested coastline at Osprey’s.