Sunrise Beach Lodge

Sunrise Beach Lodge is a truly unique way to experience this magnificent region and all it has to offer in comfort and in style. This absolute beachfront property is just 40klm south of Cairns. Set in the midst of a quaint little fishing village at the mouth of the Mulgrave and Russell River system; still close enough to Cairns but as far away from the “rat race” as you would like to make it.

Isolated and surrounded by two World Heritage listed areas. The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and uninhabited Frank land Islands are right at our front door. To the rear are the pristine Wet Tropics Rainforests and rugged mountain ranges of the Russell River National Park. .

Sunrise Beach Lodge caters to as little or as much as you would like to do.

The Lodge

Sunrise Beach Lodge is a modern, fully screened, and air-conditioned two storey residence. The two large living areas overlook the spectacular Frank land Islands. You also have the option of booking the entire accommodation for an exclusive getaway or for that special holiday with friends.

There are two large (approx 6 x 3 mtrs) Bedrooms, each with own private bathroom and with ocean views. One bedroom is located on the top floor and one on the ground floor. The sleeping configuration of each is 1 x Queen, 1 x Double sofa / bed, 1 x single bunk bed. There is a concertina ‘privacy’ wall that can slide over to separate the large room into two smaller rooms, giving two 3m x 3m rooms.

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Activities

Activities available at Sunrise Beach Lodge include:

• Beachcombing
• Beach and river fishing (land based)
• Picnics in special places
• Crabbing
• Bushwalking
• Bird-watching
• Fresh Water Waterfall

Other optional activities include:

• Exploring by boat the beautiful headlands and secluded beaches
• Exploring the off-shore islands, including snorkelling and diving
• Reef fishing – Self Drive Option
• Barramundi and estuary fishing

Fly Fishing, River And Estuary Fishing: For the more experienced (or keen at heart) lure and fly fishing in our magnificent jungle clad rivers and mangrove lined estuaries is the way to go. These sole charter options are tailor made to suit your angling skills and target species. The summer months of December to March see our prime target fish entering spawning mode. They become very active in the warming waters, and barramundi - Australia's number 1 light tackle sports fish - can be caught up to 10 kgs in the tidal reaches. The wet season sees smaller fish to 4 kgs congregating around the many drains and gutters bringing "fresh water" run-off into the river proper. This is also mangrove jack time, and many an angler is left weak kneed and minus a lure following a "jack attack" from one of these little battlers. Other species encountered include flathead, estuary cod and barracuda in the salt, and sooty grunter, tarpon and jungle perch in the sweet water sections. During the cooler months (June-Sept), majestic queenfish up to 10 kilograms patrol the sand bar edges and drop-offs and are an exhilarating catch on surface poppers and fizzers. Giant Trevally also accompany, these fish at this time of year.

Sunrise Beach Lodge 3 Day / 2 Night Fisherman’s Delight

Day 1:	6.30am Depart Cairns, your guide will pick up from your accommodation and you will head south. Arrive Russell Heads approx 1hour later and get settled into your accommodation at Sunrise Beach Lodge. You will soon be on the water for a full days fishing. Overnight accommodation.
Day 2:	Early start after breakfast and you will be heading off again to another location on the ever so close waterways of the Russell Mulgrave systems. Overnight Accommodation.
Day 3:	Another day begins , and depending on the spots that are fishing the best at the time, your guide will determine where to head today. Finishing up approx 3.30pm and packing up to head back to Cairns.

$2960 for 1 or 2 persons

Extra Persons, and extra nights available on request.

• Rates valid 1st April 2009 to 31st March 2010
• Includes 3 days fishing – fully guided
• 2 nights accommodation, and return transfers ex Cairns
• Fishing conducted on sole charter basis
• All quality tackle provided on a replace if lost broken basis (fly fisherman are encouraged to bring own gear)
• Light refreshments, lunch provided on all charters
• Light breakfast and evening meal included in the package. BYO Alcoholic Beverages
• Tour departures subject to availability, seasonal conditions apply
• Rates include 10% GST
• Number of days can be amended to suit (conditional upon availability)
• Weather and other conditions apply to package

Terms And Conditions

• General Terms and Conditions apply
• Tour subject to availability, minimum numbers and seasonal conditions.
• All rates quoted are in Australian Dollars and valid until dates shown
• Number of fishing days can be varied, price on application.