Elliott Heads
DESTINATION DUPE: WHITEHAVEN EAT YOUR HEART OUT
Down on the Southern Great Barrier Reef, where the river meets the sea, you’ll find Elliott Heads. One of the Bundaberg Region’s most photogenic spots, it’s got that picture-perfect mix of powdery white sand, turquoise water and just the right amount of sea breeze to make you forget what day it is.
It’s the go-to for locals chasing a splash of adventure, from kite surfers catching air to families floating in the calm river mouth. Pack the beach tent, bring the esky, and settle in for the day (or the week… we won’t judge).
CREEK, SAND,
and paddles
Elliott Heads is where the creek drifts lazily into the ocean and the tide takes its time. Families, dog walkers, and anyone after a slow day can chill on the sand, paddle in the calm river mouth, or just flop under a palm. For those after a bit of action, grab a windsurfer, hop in a tinny, or snorkel the calm waters and see what’s swimming by.
Things
to do
This beach is what dreams are made of! Paddle out from the beach to snorkel our reef within reach, located just offshore. Or walk to Dr May’s Island and find your own spa-sized fairy pool.
The Elliott Heads Holiday Park is right by the patrolled beach, complete with a café, barbecues, shady picnic spots and all the creature comforts you need to call it home for a while.
Sea & Sand Hopper
- Beach-hop your way along the coast from Bargara to Woodgate, with salty swims, rockpools and laid-back seaside towns
- Reef day at Lady Musgrave Island with snorkelling, coral cay views and serious marine life encounters
- Easy coastal eats, fish and chips, and coffee stops with ocean views at every turn
- Turtle encounters at Mon Repos and classic holiday moments that feel straight out of a childhood memory
SGBR Art Trail
- Discover Bundaberg’s creative side through murals, sculpture and bold public art with local stories woven in
- Wander riverside paths and city streets that double as open-air galleries
- Mix culture with cafés, boutique stops and a few unexpected creative surprises
- An easy, self-guided way to see Bundy from a fresh, colourful perspective
Land & Water Wanderer
- From inland gorges to reef waters, this is the full contrast play of Bundaberg and the North Burnett
- Explore Cania Gorge, lakes and country towns before rolling into coastal Bundy
- Reef encounters, wildlife moments and wide-open landscapes in one seamless road trip
- A little bit of everything, done well: nature, coast, country and connection
Dig In, Drink Up: 3-Days Discovering Great Tastes of Bundaberg
- Farm gates, fresh produce and paddock-to-plate experiences across one of Australia’s richest food bowls
- Iconic sips at Bundaberg Rum and Bundaberg Brewed Drinks, plus craft distillery stops
- Long lunches, local cafés and food experiences that hero what’s grown right here
- Meet the makers, taste the difference and leave with a boot full of local goodness
Days of Coastal Bliss: A Road Trip from Bundaberg to Elliott Heads & Beyond
The Ultimate Pacific Coast Way Detour: 5 Days in Bundaberg & the Southern Great Barrier Reef
Dig In, Drink Up: 3-Days Discovering Great Tastes of Bundaberg
- Farm gates, fresh produce and paddock-to-plate experiences across one of Australia’s richest food bowls
- Iconic sips at Bundaberg Rum and Bundaberg Brewed Drinks, plus craft distillery stops
- Long lunches, local cafés and food experiences that hero what’s grown right here
- Meet the makers, taste the difference and leave with a boot full of local goodness
Land & Water Wanderer
- From inland gorges to reef waters, this is the full contrast play of Bundaberg and the North Burnett
- Explore Cania Gorge, lakes and country towns before rolling into coastal Bundy
- Reef encounters, wildlife moments and wide-open landscapes in one seamless road trip
- A little bit of everything, done well: nature, coast, country and connection
