Chasing the best things to do in Bundaberg? Skip the guesswork and do it like a local. These top tours cover everything from reef to rum, plus a few unexpected gems worth the detour.
Make your way out to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and enjoy the locals favourite water-based activity; snorkelling. Lady Musgrave Experience offers an all-inclusive day trip out to Lady Musgrave Island where you can swim on the Southern end of the Great Barrier Reef with the Turtles.
Local Tip: Bring an underwater camera to snap your turtle selfie.
Discover the colourful history of the mighty Burnett River that flows through Bundaberg on a Bundy Belle River Cruise. Enjoy a tranquil 2 ½ hour cruise with complimentary tea and coffee, and BYO alcohol. Enjoy a feed at Grunske’s by the River Seafood Restaurant and Market before or after your cruise.
Local Tip: Bring some local Macadamia’s Australia roasted and salted macadamia nuts to snack on.
Roll up your sleeves and loosen the belt — this is where things get nutty (in the best way). The Macadamias Australia Visitor Experience Orchard Tour isn’t your average wander through a few trees. It’s a behind-the-scenes stickybeak at one of the region’s most iconic crops, where paddock-to-pantry isn’t a buzzword, it’s how things are done. Cruise through rows of macadamia trees, hear how these little legends go from green husk to golden crunch, and pick up a few stories (and a snack bag or two) along the way from the locals who know their nuts better than anyone. Lock in your tour here.
Coral Farm Tour to Get Your Reef Fix (Without Getting Wet)
How about a tour of the coral farms for ya? Get behind the scenes of coral farming and reef restoration at Monsoon Aquatics. Mesmerisingly weird, wildly colourful, and surprisingly addictive. This isn’t your average look-don’t-touch experience. Monsoon Aquatics pulls back the curtain on how coral is grown, propagated and protected right here in the Bundaberg region, giving you rare access to one of Australia’s most fascinating aquaculture operations.
If you’ve got a curious mind, a soft spot for the reef, or just want to go beyond the snorkel and actually understand what you’re looking at — this one’s a no-brainer.
Mystery Craters — Bundaberg’s Strangest Flex
Bit weird. Bit wonderful. Nobody fully agrees what they are — and that’s exactly the point. Just outside Bundaberg, the Mystery Craters are a cluster of perfectly formed, bowl-shaped formations that have had scientists, geologists and backyard theorists scratching their heads for decades. Meteor strike? Volcanic activity? Erosion having a laugh? Take your pick. It’s an easy wander, a little surreal, and the kind of stop that makes you go “well… didn’t expect that.” Perfect for travellers chasing something a bit left of centre.
Bundaberg Rum Distillery Experience
Bundaberg’s most iconic bevvy, Bundaberg Rum, now offers the award-winning educational experience – Bundaberg Rum Distillery Experience. Come discover how we make Australia’s favourite rum or become a master blender for a day at the Blend Your Own Experience.
Local Tip: Try the Salted Caramel Liquor with cream when you go to your tastings.
Bundaberg Brewed Drinks
Spend a few hours at Bundaberg Brewed Drinks’ Barrel. Taste-test the entire range of brews, explore the interactive centre and take six of your favourites home with you!
Local Tip: Bring a camera for the perfect photo opportunity outside the Barrel.
Take a weekend getaway to Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort and sleep on the reef. Home of the Manta Ray, dive with these peaceful giants 100m from where you lay your head and enjoy some much-needed time out from your busy schedule.
Local Tip: Go for a one-on-one guided tour with a marine biologist.
Mon Repos Turtle Encounter (Seasonal)
Bundaberg’s best wildlife encounter, the Mon Repos Turtle Encounter, runs annually November – March. Come see Mumma turtles nest November – January, and hatchlings emerge January – March. Create memories to last a lifetime this summer.
Local Tip: Bring a book or the iPad for the kids because the turtles run on their own time and it can be a late night.
Taribelang Bunda Cultural Tours
Want to see Bundaberg from a different perspective? This is where it starts. Led by Traditional Owners, Taribelang Bunda Cultural Tours share authentic stories, cultural knowledge and a deep connection to Country. Learn about bush foods, traditional practices, and the ties between land, water and culture in the Bundaberg region. It’s real, immersive and far more than your average sightseeing stop.
Self-Guided Foodie Trail (Psst…Come Hungry!)
Want more? If you don’t mind going rogue, hit the road on a self-guided foodie trail. The Bundaberg region punches well above its weight — producing around 25% of Australia’s fresh produce, from macadamias and passionfruit to sweet potatoes, citrus and more. With rich red soil and a climate that does most of the heavy lifting, this is paddock-to-plate at its best.
Hop between farm gates, farmers markets and local eateries, sampling your way through the region one bite at a time. No strict schedule, no rules — just follow your nose (and your appetite). Prefer it mapped out for you? We’ve got you sorted – check it out.
