Lady Musgrave Island Day Tour
Bundaberg, QLD
Experience The Great Barrier Reef & Lady Musgrave Island *From The Comfort Of ‘Lady Musgrave HQ’ Pontoon*
- All ages
- Approx. 14 hours
- No pick-up available
- Departs from Lady Musgrave Experience, Marina Drive, Bundaberg QLD, Australia at 7:00 am
- Returns to Lady Musgrave Experience, Marina Drive, Bundaberg QLD, Australia at 5:00 pm
LMHQ is not just another pontoon experience; it’s the ONLY PONTOON EXPERIENCE ON THE SOUTHERN GREAT BARRIER REEF! Our pontoon is equipped with an underwater observatory, licensed bar, dining facilities, dive platforms, and more, making it a one-of-a-kind adventure.
Immerse yourself in a world of wonder as you snorkel with turtles and a myriad of marine life amidst the vibrant corals of Lady Musgrave Island’s Lagoon, the only navigable coral cay lagoon on the entire Great Barrier Reef. Lady Musgrave Island offers stinger-free snorkelling year-round and unforgettable turtle encounters.
Experience the Southern Great Barrier Reef in a way that respects and preserves its beauty from the comfort of Lady Musgrave HQ Pontoon. Our zero-carbon footprint eco-educational day tour platform, departing daily from Bundaberg Port Marina, is a testament to our commitment to sustainable tourism. We offer a full-day tour at Lady Musgrave Island via our world-class, three-level custom-built pontoon.
Inclusions
- Lady Musgrave Island Day Tour from Bundaberg 7am to 5pm
- Morning and afternoon tea on the transfers on our luxury catamaran ‘Reef Empress’
- Buffet lunch using fresh, local produce including prawns, cold meats and a selection of salads
- Snorkel equipment for kids and adults including fins, masks, floating vests and pool noodles
- Access the new zero carbon footprint Lady Musgrave HQ pontoon with licensed bar and dining facilities
- Underwater Observatory on Lady Musgrave HQ pontoon
- Learn about our resident reef species on the glass bottom boat tour
- Educational guided island walk learning the history of Lady Musgrave Island and its natural lifecycle
- Warm, freshwater showers on Lady Musgrave HQ pontoon snorkel and dive platforms
What to Bring
- Swimwear
- Reef shoes or thongs
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, long sleeve sun-shirt etc)
- Sunscreen - REEF SAFE ONLY (available for purchase onboard)
- Cash or credit card for onboard purchases
- Towel
- Backpack
- Drinking bottle
Extra Payment
- VIP upgrade to Captain’s Premium Lounge seating with waitstaff, barista-made coffee, wetsuit hire, and cheese and sparkling for afternoon tea
- Scuba diving in the lagoon with no experience necessary for non-certified or certified divers, guided by our dive instructors
- Marine Bio For A Day gives you the chance to become a citizen scientist as you collect valuable data on key reef species with our Marine Bio
Frequently Asked Questions
All tours are subject to weather conditions and minimum numbers. The safety and wellbeing of our guests and team remain our priority. If a tour is canceled due to weather or insufficient passenger numbers, be assured that you’ll have options to re-book when it suits you.
We do recommend taking out travel insurance as this may assist in covering accommodation and travel costs if cancelled.
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- All tours are subject to weather conditions and minimum numbers. The safety and well-being of our guests and team remain our priority. If a tour is canceled due to weather or insufficient passenger numbers, be assured that you’ll have the option to re-book when it suits you.
- We do recommend taking out travel insurance as this may assist in covering accommodation and travel costs if cancelled.
- Age limits for Infant fare applies 0-3 years old
- Age limits for Child fare 4-14 years inclusive
Local shuttle pick ups & returns for an additional charge can be arranged from Bundaberg, Bargara and Burnett Heads. Please inquire ahead of time by contacting info@australiaexpert.nl
Each passenger’s name, emails, contact numbers and dietary restrictions are required by Marine safety laws. Booking is not confirmed until this information is provided and failure to supply this will disrupt departure on the day.
It is ESSENTIAL that you re-confirm your booking by calling the Tour Operator 1 day / 24 hrs before your travel date.
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If you are booking open-dated, please contact the tour operator directly 7 days prior your intended date of travel. The tour operator’s contact details are indicated on your travel voucher. Please check your SPAM or email us at info@australiaexpert.nl if you need further assistance.