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Thala Beach Nature Reserve is a family owned private nature and wildlife eco retreat near Port Dougla
(1929)

Thala Beach Nature Reserve is a family owned private nature and wildlife eco retreat in Tropical North Queensland, Australia

Located 15 mins south of Port Douglas (45 mins north of Cairns) within a 58ha beachfront nature reserve, deluxe eco-designed bungalows sit within native forest atop a spectacular headland overlooking the Coral Sea.

29/10/2026

🌿 Resplendent Revegetation

From sugar cane farmland to a thriving tropical sanctuary, Thala Beach Nature Reserve has a remarkable story of nature’s regeneration. 🌱

Join ABC’s Gardening Australia as Costa explores our revegetated coastal rainforest with our very own Head Gardener Brett Kelly, discovering how decades of dedication have restored precious habitat and welcomed an incredible diversity of wildlife back to the land. 💚

Watch the Resplendent Reveg segment and discover Thala’s inspiring journey of regeneration.

Gardening Australia

Costa discovers a rewilded stretch of threatened coastal rainforest that’s drawing back wildlife.

14/10/2026

🌿 Stop. Look. Listen.

At Thala, there's always a reason to slow down.

Across 145 acres of tropical forest and coastline, guests can discover quiet corners, from ocean vistas to dense forest, with the sounds of the Coral Sea and birdsong as the soundtrack.

Scattered throughout the grounds, simple benches invite guests to pause, take in the view and enjoy a moment of stillness.

Sometimes, the best part of a holiday is simply stopping to notice where you are.

📷 Girl Gone Coconuts

10/10/2026

From Thala's garden to the table 🌿

A little taste of the tropics, grown right here at Thala.

This beautiful custard apple has been nurtured, soaking up plenty of Tropical North Queensland sunshine before making its way from the garden to the kitchen.

Sweet, creamy and wonderfully tropical, it's just one of the delicious seasonal fruits that is grown on the property.

08/10/2026

🌿 A little hideaway among the trees

The Eucalypt Bungalows at Thala offer a little more room to unwind, with private balconies, peaceful forest surrounds and leafy views that bring the tropics right to the doorstep. 🌴

Perfect for couples or travellers looking to slow down, they offer a comfortable retreat with the sights and sounds of the forest all around, from morning birdsong to a quiet evening among the trees.

At Thala, nature isn’t just on the itinerary. It’s part of the stay. 💚

29/09/2026

Not the average lunch companion 💛🌿

A Sulphur-crested Cockatoo made an unexpected appearance for diners at , flashing its striking yellow crest and demanding everyone’s attention.

Swooping in and sending a sunbathing Lace Monitor fleeing, this charismatic cockatoo certainly knows how to make an entrance.... and it seems to enjoy being the centre of attention!

Highly intelligent and social, Sulphur-crested Cockatoos are often spotted travelling in noisy flocks and feeding on seeds, fruits, roots and plant material🌴

24/09/2026

A little moment of calm, surrounded by nature… 🌿💦

Just you, the water and a little slice of paradise at Thala. ✨

21/09/2026

A tiny resident of the rainforest 💛

The Yellow-spotted Honeyeater calls Thala home, thriving among the lowland rainforest and woodland that stretches across all 145 acres of the reserve.

This tiny honeyeater gets its name from the distinctive yellow patch behind the eye and a bright yellow line extending from its bill.

📸 Marc-Peter Photography

17/09/2026

There's something special about starting the day at Thala 🌴

Taken by one of our dedicated gardens team, Geoffrey captured the incredible colours of the sunrise. Even the moon can be seen.

Just another beautiful morning in paradise.

15/09/2026

🌿 A little rainforest treasure

This broad-leaved Cymbidium madidum orchid is a beautiful sight to see, this one is clinging to the trunk of a palm tree next to Thala’s driveway.

With its elegant sprays of delicate flowers, this stunning native orchid is one of the many botanical treasures found across the 145 acres of tropical rainforest and coastal habitat.

Discoveries like this can be found with expert guides on the nature walk or bird, butterfly & nature walk, held weekly. Just some of the complimentary experiences for in-house guests.

07/09/2026

🌿 Wake up in the heart of the rainforest.

Surrounded by lush tropical forest, the Jungle Walk Bungalows are a wonderful way to slow down and reconnect with nature.

These cosy bungalows are nestled amongst the trees, where birdsong replaces the morning alarm and the forest is never far from your door. Step outside and take in the sights, sounds and scents of Thala’s natural surroundings – from rustling leaves to curious wildlife passing through.

Your own little retreat, surrounded by the wild.

Address

Private Road, 5078 Capt Cook Highway, Oak Beach
Port Douglas, QLD
4877

Telephone

+61740985700

Website

http://www.thalabeach.com.au/

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