PAID CONTENT FOR SWELL LODGE
PAID CONTENT FOR SWELL LODGE
Swell Lodge CHRISTMAS ISLAND, AUSTRALIA
Known colloquially as ‘the Galapagos of the Indian Ocean’, the astonishing natural wonders of Christmas Island have to be seen to be believed. Over 60% of Christmas Island is made up of protected national park land, rich in unique vegetation, as well as rare and wondrous birdlife and, of course, the island’s famous red crabs. Unlike some other parts of Australia, there
are no dangerous snakes, spiders, stingrays or sharks to worry about. Visitors can explore turtle-nesting beaches, spectacular geysers, Ramsar-listed wetlands and a boardwalk leading to a rejuvenating waterfall. Also not to be missed is ‘The Grotto’ — a spectacular sandy-bottomed blue cave that travellers can swim in. Air temperature and water temperature
both hover around a balmy 23-29C. Snorkellers slipping into the warm, crystal-clear waters from the jetty in Flying Fish Cove are at once surrounded by a vibrant kaleidoscope of marine life and corals that rivals the Great Barrier Reef. Nestled on the western edge of this national park and overlooking miles of uninhabited
coastline, both of Swell Lodge’s glass-fronted, luxury eco-chalets are hidden from the other — and there’s no one else in sight. Complete seclusion makes Swell Lodge the perfect place to escape the stresses of modern life and reconnect with nature or family, or disconnect on your own entirely. Stays are fully-inclusive with airport transfers,
daily guided activities and an unlimited bar. A private chef creates gourmet meals using fresh and locally foraged ingredients, from seafood to edible succulents, served on guests’ private balconies as the sun sets over the ocean. While Swell Lodge is solar-powered, off-grid
and has earned the highest eco-accreditations, it manages to combine this focus on sustainability with elegant flourishes such as Italian-tiled bathrooms, stone-bench tops and a jaw-dropping ceiling-to-floor, wall-to-wall sliding glass front. Stays of over four nights at Swell Lodge include
a boat charter to other sites, with the chance of seeing turtles, dolphins and even whale sharks, in season.
Don’t miss The opportunity to have a private chef serving dinner on the balcony, as the sun sets over the ocean
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KEY ACTIVITIES • Snorkelling and diving • Guided nature walks • Birdwatching • Secluded beaches • Game-fishing • National Parks seabird rehabilitation centre
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