Where is Bundaberg?
Situated just 365km north of Brisbane, Bundaberg is the southernmost access point to the Great Barrier Reef. The main highway into Bundaberg from either the south or the north is sealed.
How do I get to Bundaberg?
You can travel to Bundaberg by road, rail or air.
By Air: Qantas operates a daily service direct from Brisbane –
www.qantas.com.au
By Rail: Queensland Rail (QR) offers services for travellers from both the north and south –
www.qr.com.au
By Road: You can travel by road in your own vehicle (or a hire vehicle). Alternatively, Greyhound buses service the Bundaberg area daily –
www.greyhound.com.au
What should I pack?
You will probably spend a lot of time soaking up the sun, swimming and snorkelling...but don't forget a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, thongs/sandals, sandshoes and perhaps jeans and a jacket for cooler evenings. If you are planning on going out in the evening, casual dress is all that is required (however, some sports clubs do require a collared shirt and closed-in shoes for men). If you wish to tour the Bundaberg Rum Bondstore facility, closed-in footwear is essential.
What will the weather be like?
Bundaberg is situated on Latitude 25 and is said to have one of the most equable climates in the world…equal to that of Hawaii. Check our weather link for up-to-date weather information and check out the web cam in Bargara –
www.bundaberg.qld.gov.au/cam/beach .
Will I be able to visit the Great Barrier Reef from Bundaberg?
Most definitely. Bundaberg is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef islands of Lady Elliot and Lady Musgrave. To visit Lady Elliot Island, take a 30 minute flight on a fixed-wing aircraft – departs daily from the Bundaberg Airport. Day cruises to Lady Musgrave island depart from the Town of Seventeen Seventy (bus transfers available from Bundaberg).
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Where can I download a copy of your Visitor Guide?
Please
click here to view an electronic version of our latest Bundaberg North Burnett Visitor Guide.
Can I have a hard copy of the Visitors Guide sent to me by post?
Yes, you certainly can. Simply email your request through to
callcentre@bundabergregion.org and a copy will be mailed out to you as soon as possible.
When is turtle season?
The official start for turtle season is the first weekend in November. This doesn’t mean, however, that the turtles will turn up to nest on this exact date. Nightly tours are conducted from November-March (excluding 24
th, 25
th and 31
st December). For all bookings and enquiries contact our Visitor Information Centre on (07) 4153 8888 or (1300) 722 099.
Why is Mon Repos so special?
Mon Repos is home to the largest concentration of nesting Loggerhead turtles in the South Pacific and is the most accessible rookery on Australia's east coast. Loggerheads are an endangered species and successful breeding here is vital to their survival. Since the Mon Repos Turtle Research & Conservation Project began back in 1968, there has been a significant increase in the number of turtles returning to complete the breeding cycle.
Where is Mon Repos and how do I get there?
Mon Repos is situated just 15 minutes (approximately 16km) from the city of Bundaberg. You can drive your own vehicle (the roads are all sealed) or for information on tours operating to Mon Repos contact our Visitor Information Centre on (07) 4153 8888 or (1300) 722 099.
Where can I fish?
The Bundaberg region has some great fishing. From catching a barramundi at Lake Monduran, freshwater fishing in the Burnett River through to deep sea game fishing, the region offers something for all fishing fans. There are a number of tackle shops in the region who can help you with gear, bait, charters, information, sites, permits and zoning maps to help make your fishing trip a successful one. After all, you don’t want to be talking about “the one that got away”.