Bundaberg, Queensland, is the southernmost gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, offering a variety of island tours for travelers to explore the stunning tropical islands and rugged national parks in the region. Some of the top island tours and experiences in Bundaberg include: The Lady Musgrave Experience, which is an all-inclusive day trip to Lady Musgrave Island, providing activities like snorkeling, whale watching, and swimming with turtles. The Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort offers a scenic flight to Lady Elliot Island, a coral cay island on the Great Barrier Reef, with amenities such as snorkeling gear, glass bottom boat tour, guided snorkel tour, and lunch.
The Mon Repos Turtle Encounter allows visitors to witness nesting turtles from November to January and turtle hatching from January to March at Mon Repos Conservation Park. Bundaberg Coach Tours provide a full day tour to explore attractions like the Botanic Gardens, Hinkler Hall of Aviation, Bundaberg Barrel, and the Bundaberg Rum factory. The Bundy Belle offers a 2.5-hour river cruise along the Burnett River with complimentary tea and coffee, allowing guests to bring their alcohol and enjoy a meal at Grunske's by the River Seafood Restaurant and Market.
Travelers can also opt for a self-guided Cellar Door Discovery tour to taste-test the range of brews at the region's breweries and explore their interactive centers, with a reminder to have a designated driver. These tours provide unique and memorable experiences for travelers exploring Bundaberg and the surrounding areas.