Essential Information Refreshingly off the radar, the vibe at Capella Lodge is sophisticated yet relaxed. Spend idle hours by the pool, dine on the bounty of premium regional produce and revel in the simple pleasure of reconnecting with nature. Prepare for your stay with this quick-reference guide. We look forward to welcoming you soon.
Bridie � �yan CAPELLA LODGE MANAGERS
Feel at Home A stay at the lodge is generously inclusive of gourmet breakfast, selected non-alcoholic beverages, sunset drinks and canapés, three-course dinner with inspired daily menu, open bar including premium wines and spirits from 6pm daily (a cellarmasters list is available at an additional cost), selected in-suite bar and return Lord Howe Island Airport transfers. Reflecting the easy-going nature of the island, dress is smart casual at Capella Lodge. Comfortable walking shoes, a warm top and rain jacket are recommended year-round. A hat and sunscreen are every-day essentials.
Check-In / Check-Out Check-in time is 2pm and check-out time is 10.30am. Where possible, flexibility with early check-in and late check-out will be provided, however, these are unable to be guaranteed.
Island Activities Lord Howe Island is a sub-tropical ‘treasure island’ preserved in time. An intoxicating blend of pristine beaches, rich pastures, lush rainforests and sheer volcanic peaks rising from the reef, Lord Howe is a sanctuary for rare plants, sea birds and marine life. Just 11km long and 2.8km at its widest point, Lord Howe has 400 permanent residents, with visitors limited to 400 at any one time.
Island Expeditions
Aquatic Adventures
With Capella Lodge as one’s own basecamp, guests take to walking tracks to explore subtropical forests, remote coves alive with magnificent birdlife and valleys brimming with ancient plants. The simplest routes are easy for walkers of any fitness, while the most challenging is the guided climb to Mount Gower’s summit, renowned as one of the best adventure hikes in Australia. Other activities include beach barbecues, golf, birdwatching and tennis. The Island Museum offers a fascinating insight into the island's natural environment as well as its history and community.
Lord Howe is home to the world's most southerly coral reef and marine excursions are a specialty on the island where a choice of guides and tour operators offer expeditions for snorkelling, diving, and kayaking. Glass-bottom boat trips provide a view of the island’s prolific corals and tropical fish. A journey to Ball's Pyramid, the world’s largest sea stack, offers an unparalleled adventure. Fish feeding at Ned's Beach is a favourite among visitors, offering a chance to wade in the shallows with a frenzy of mullet, wrasse, garfish, silver-drummer, spangled-emperor and king fish.
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Explore Lord Howe For more general information about the island please visit Lord Howe Island Tourism.
Additional Charges Apply Many excursions are weather dependent and are scheduled on limited days, others are subject to seasonal operation including the Mount Gower hike. As such pre-booking this expedition is recommended along with fishing trips. The team at Capella Lodge can assist with bookings. For more information please visit our website. Swim Safely Lord Howe Island's waters are free of marine stingers and swimmers can take a mask and fins and snorkel straight from the beach. Capella offers complimentary snorkel equipment for guests.
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