Bunya Mountains to Bundaberg 2025

The majestic Bunya Mountains, less than three hours west of Brisbane, is a spectacular wilderness in an isolated section of the Great Dividing Range. We begin with two nights here amongst the cool eucalypt forests and woodlands, home to the world’s largest forest of bunya pines. Walks feature panoramic mountain scenery with views over the South Burnett region and southern plains. Wallabies, pademelons, and hundreds of colourful parrots, rosellas and bowerbirds call this area home.

Travelling via Kingaroy and Ban Ban Springs, we relax for two days with time to explore Cania Gorge National Park. This park protects a valuable remnant of the Brigalow and is the closest park to the coast where you can see the sandstone landscapes of Central Queensland. Our next two nights are spent at the charming coastal town of Bargara, near Bundaberg. We stroll along the Burnett River, wander through the lush botanical gardens (home to the Hinkler Hall of Aviation) and visit the Bundaberg Rum Distillery.

A day cruise to Lady Musgrave, the jewel of the Southern Great Barrier Reef, gives you a chance to snorkel over coral reefs, teeming with marine life. The island is an important nesting site to diverse birdlife and is part of the Capricornia Cays Important Bird Area.

On our return to Brisbane, we stop two nights in the Sunshine Hinterland town of Montville and stay at a tranquil eco-retreat. Gentle walks include Kondalilla National Park in the scenic Blackall Range, along with Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve.  

• View majestic trees and enjoy quiet walks in Bunya Mountains South Burnett region
• Discover the sandstone cliffs, caves and unique flora of Cania Gorge
• Visit Bundaberg’s Hinkler Hall of Aviation & Bundaberg Rum Distillery
• Cruise to the Southern Great Barrier Reef, Lady Musgrave Island
• Walk amongst the eucalypts & subtropical rainforest of Kondalilla National Park
• Explore Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, a living museum of diverse plants

Dates:   20-28 August 2025
Price per person Twin share/person (starts / ends Brisbane) A$ TBA
Single Supplement: A$ TBA
Note: For guests who request a single room the single supplement will be charged. For single people who prefer to share, we will try to find a suitable roommate, but if this is not possible the single supplement surcharge will apply.
Minimum Group Size: 8 guests
Special Interest: Wildlife, Botanical, History, Geology, Birding
Walk Rating: Easy to Moderate, 3-12km per walking day with some longer options based on additional guided nature walks

Inclusions  

• 8 nights twin share accommodation – Motel, homestead and B&B style accommodation with mostly private facilities
• Meals include – 8 Breakfasts (B), 5 Lunches (L), 7 Dinners (D)
• All transfers as listed in itinerary
• National Park, botanical gardens and museum entry fees
• Lady Musgrave day cruise
• Mon Repos Turtle Centre Turtle Tales Experience
• Professional tour leader assisted when required by local tour guides
• Pre-departure material

Exclusions

• Travel arrangements to start / from end of tour
• Airport transfers
• Dive equipment hire
• Heavy or excess baggage
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses e.g., alcoholic drinks, specialty teas and coffees, laundry, or optional tours