Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort Great Barrier Reef

The Day Trips/Tours to Lady Elliot Island offer a great opportunity for domestic or international visitors with limited time to explore Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Lady Elliot Island is located on the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, 80km north-east of Bundaberg, just to the north of Fraser Island. Although we do recommend a minimum of 2 nights on Lady Elliot Island to truly experience this unique Island paradise, the Day Trips/Tours will allow visitors to experience one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World from the air, land and water… all in one day!

Being a coral cay, Lady Elliot Island is actually part of the Great Barrier Reef and is regarded as one of the best snorkelling destinations on the reef with an amazing array of colourful marine life. Day trips to Lady Elliot Island include return scenic flights to the Island, orientation tour, a glass bottom boat/guided snorkelling tour, snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel & fins), full use of day guest facilities, a hot and cold buffet lunch and an afternoon of snorkelling, leisure or joining our experienced guides for a guided activity/tour.

We offer a range of departure points to fit in with your travel itinerary to South-East Queensland with daily departures from:

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Lady Elliot Island Day Trip from Bundaberg including Flights

Southern Great Barrier Reef, Queensland

Departing from Bundaberg, fly to Lady Elliot Island in the Great Barrier Reef to enjoy a glass bottom boat tour, snorkelling, buffet lunch and scenic flight

Lady Elliot Island Day Trip from Bundaberg including Flights

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Lady Elliot Island is one of the Great Barrier Reef’s best kept secrets. Departing from Bundaberg, step aboard your scenic flight to paradise at this secluded coral cay. Guests will be welcomed to the island and join an orientation tour before embarking on a glass bottom boat cruise and guided snorkelling experience. Dip your toes in the water and snorkel and swim alongside an amazing array of marine life and coral formations at this unspoilt coral reef.

After working up an appetite on the water, a hot and cold buffet lunch will be served. The afternoon is yours to spend as you please exploring the island lighthouse, join a guided reef walk, take part in fish feeding or perhaps more snorkelling. Visitors are welcome to make use of the day guest facilities to freshen up before an extraordinary scenic flight back to Bundaberg at the end of the day. Lady Elliot Island is blessed with untouched beauty. Put this reef tour on your bucket list and book your spot here.

  • Return scenic flight to Lady Elliot Island
  • Welcome drink on arrival
  • Island Orientation Tour
  • Glass bottom boat/guided snorkel tour
  • Snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel & fins) and short wetsuit
  • Hot & cold buffet lunch
  • Afternoon guided activity/tour
  • Towels, sunscreen and reef walking shoes
  • Use of day guest facilities (storage and shower facilities)
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Return ‘Scenic’ Flight
  • Guided Reef Walk at Low Tide (tide dependent)
  • Combine Glass Bottom Boat /Guided Snorkel Tour
  • Guided/Self-Guided Island Tours
  • Buffet Lunch (Hot & Cold Buffet)
  • Fish Feeding in the Lagoon Fish Pool
  • Tours depart daily from Bundaberg at approximately 8.40am and return at approximately 4.00pm. Flying time to Lady Elliot Island from Bundaberg is approximately 30 minutes.
  • Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure

Departure Location

  • Check-in at the Lady Elliot Island/QantasLink counter – Bundaberg Airport

What To Bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes

Additional Information

Conditions:

  • Cannot be combined with other packages or specials
  • Child age is 3-12 years inclusive
  • Prices subject to change

Please note:

  • One light backpack only on all flights to/from Lady Elliot Island
  • Please note day guests are only permitted to 4kg of baggage per person
  • Items must be carried on the lap or put in the baggage compartment as there is no overhead lockers and there is no storage facilities under the seats
  • All activities are subject to weather and tide conditions
  • Travel insurance is recommended
  • Please provide each passenger’s name in the booking note
  • Must call to confirm availability prior to booking
  • Flights are subject to change and may include transit stops
  • Flight times vary depending on weather, aircraft type and possible transit stops

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! – Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • Cruise vessel subject to change without notice
  • Flights operate daily except Christmas Day 25 December. At the completion of purchase, you will need to contact the tour operator to book in a flight time that suits you (Tour Operator details will be printed in your tour voucher
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
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Lady Elliot Island Tours - Day Trip - Scenic Flight

Tour Code: 745

Departing: Hervey Bay

Lady Elliot Island Tours - Swim with turtles around Lady Elliot Island

Tour Highlights

  • Gold Coast & Brisbane Special - Book before 30 Sept & SAVE 20%. From $782 per person (min 2 guests).   Experience a full day on Lady Elliot Island - snorkel pristine coral reef & swim with turtles!
  • See the Great Barrier Reef from a spectacular scenic flight from the air as well as below the waters surface with guided snorkelling tour and glass bottom boat tour.
  • Snorkel the pristine World Heritage Listed southern Great Barrier Reef at Lady Elliot Island and observe the huge variety of marine life and seabird life. See turtles, dolphins, whales and manta rays!
  • Witness the majestic Humpback Whales during whale season from May - November!
  • This will be one very spectacular Great Barrier Reef tour you will never forget - a scenic flight - amazing variety of marine life and birdlife on an eco accredited Lady Elliot Island. 

Description & Tour Inclusions

Included in price.

  • Return Scenic Flight to Lady Elliot Island
  • Glass bottom boat tour/guided snorkel tour
  • Welcome Drink/Island Orientation
  • Hot and Cold Buffet Lunch
  • Use of Snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel & fins)
  • Fish feeding in the lagoon fish pool
  • Snorkel lesson in resort pool (if required)
  • Use of day guest facilities (showers and towels)
  • Environmental Management Charge

Spectacular Lady Elliot Island Tour - Lady Elliot Island Day Trip fly from Agnes Water, Seventeen Seventy, Hervey Bay/Bundaberg/Brisbane/Gold Coast

New scenic flights departing Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy to Lady Elliot Island.

Home of the Manta Ray and the Great Eight on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia

Southern Great Barrier Reef day tour scenic flights to Lady Elliot Island:- 

  • Agnes Water / 1770 Seventeen Seventy,
  • Hervey Bay / Fraser Coast, 
  • Bundaberg ,
  • Brisbane Redcliffe
  • Gold Coast (Coolangatta), 

A beautiful eco island with a huge variety of marine life and birdlife and o ne of the most treasured islands located on the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef just north of K'gari (Fraser Island), Lady Elliot Island is situated within a highly protected 'Green Zone' and home to over 1,200 species of marine life.

These include the giant  Mantra rays that attract guests from all over the world to see their graceful underwater ballet, the green and loggerhead sea turtles, the huge variety of seabirds and unspoilt coral reef.  

Enjoy an unforgettable day exploring Lady Elliot Island including return scenic flights, welcome drink, hot and cold buffet lunch, guided glass bottom boat and snorkel tour, plus guided island activities or snorkelling and relaxing on the beach.

Visitors during the whale season (from May - November) may also be fortunate enough to witness the spectacular Humpback Whales as they breach and slap their fins during their annual migration.

There is no boat access to Lady Elliot Island, just an enjoyable scenic flight across the Great Barrier Reef of Australia departing from Hervey Bay (Fraser Coast), Bundaberg as well as options from Brisbane and Gold Coast and now Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy .

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Lady Elliot Island Day Trip ex Agnes Water/ Seventeen Seventy/Hervey Bay / Bundaberg / Gold Coast / Brisbane

Experience the pristine waters of the southern Great Barrier Reef surrounding Lady Elliot Island in this all inclusive one day Great Barrier Reef tour departing Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy/ Hervey Bay / Bundaberg / Brisbane or Gold Coast.

Agnes Water Scenic Flight Departure: 8:45am / Depart Lady Elliot Island 4pm - 25 minute flight approx. Bundaberg Scenic Flight Departure: 8:40am / Depart Lady Elliot Island 4pm - 30 minute flight approx. Hervey Bay Scenic Flight Departure: 8:10am / Depart Lady Elliot Island 4pm - 40 minute flight approx. Brisbane (Redcliffe) Scenic Flight Departure: 7.15am / Depart Lady Elliot Island 2.30pm - 90 minute flight approx. Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Scenic Flight Departure: 6:45am / Depart Lady Elliot Island 2:30pm - 120 minute flight time

Flights departing Agnes Water / 1770 require a minimum of 6 passengers to depart. Departing from the east coast your day begins with a stunning  scenic flight over the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef as you make your way to Lady Elliot Island. 

On arrival you will be greeted with a refreshing welcome drink and brief island orientation tour and able to explore the island at your leisure.  

Enjoy a guided glass bottom boat tour and guided snorkel tour to explore the reef and view the beauty of spectacular coloured fish and large variety of coral. 

Ensure to keep a look out for the abundant manta rays, turtles and dolphins which live in the protected green zone of Lady Elliot Island.

Sit back and refuel with a tasty hot and cold buffet lunch served in the restaurant as you reflect on your morning adventures.

During your day at Lady Elliot Island ensure to join one of the island's guided activities of fish feeding display, reef walk or enjoy the afternoon snorkelling and relaxing on the island before your return scenic flight.

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Tour Details

Tour languages offered.

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Departs From

Departure time.

  • Agnes Water Scenic Flight Departure: 8:45am / Depart Lady Elliot Island 4pm - 25 minute flight approx.
  • Bundaberg Scenic Flight Departure: 8:40am / Depart Lady Elliot Island 4pm - 30 minute flight approx.
  • Hervey Bay Scenic Flight Departure: 8:10am / Depart Lady Elliot Island 4pm - 40 minute flight approx.
  • Brisbane (Redcliffe) Scenic Flight Departure: 7.15am / Depart Lady Elliot Island 2.30pm - 90 minute flight approx.
  • Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Scenic Flight Departure: 6:45am / Depart Lady Elliot Island 2:30pm - 120 minute flight time

Departure Instructions

Please ensure to check in for flight 30 minutes prior to scheduled flight departure time

Destinations

  • Lady Elliot Island

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Flights not available Christmas Day Flights are subject to change and may include transit stops from southern ports Flights departing Agnes Water / Seventeen Seventy require a minimum of 6 passengers to depart

Available for Purchase / Hire

  • Lockers available for hire

Fitness Level Required

Restrictions.

Luggage Limit – Small backpack (max 4kg) or personal items e.g., Handbag/purse, tablet or laptop in thin case, camera, coat/wrap. Items must be carried on the lap or put in the baggage compartment as there are no overhead lockers and there is no stowage facility under the seats.

Eco Certifications

Advanced Ecotourism Certified

What to Bring

  • Camera (charged)
  • Swimsuit, hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Reef walking shoes (covered toes)/crocs are highly recommended. Alternatively some are available for use on the island.
  • Luggage Limit - small backpack/bag (max 4kgs). Items must be carried on the lap as no overhead or under seat baggage stowage facilities.

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Child Policy

Infant 0 - 2 years free of charge

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be in writing.

We understand things may change, so we have made cancellations very easy.

In every instance we always recommend you purchase travel insurance for life’s last-minute hiccups.

Please see our   terms and conditions  for details prior to booking.

Operators policy:

  • No cancellation fee applies if the booking is cancelled outside 48 hours prior to departure
  • Cancellation within 48 hours of travel – 50% cancellation fee applies  
  • Cancellation within 24 hours of travel – 100% cancellation fee applies 
  • Travel insurance is strongly recommended. If you are unable to travel for medical reasons, weather events, flight cancellations or any other reason, refunds will not be given. 
  • A letter of support for your insurance claim can be obtained from the Reservations Team. 
  • Day guests please be aware that Lady Elliot Island cannot be responsible for the weather. 
  • Should weather conditions result in cancellation of the tour by the operator, you will be able to transfer your trip to another date at no additional cost. 
  • If your travel plans do not allow you to postpone, a full refund will be issued. 
  • Please note that weather conditions may vary whilst on the island and result in cancellation of water activities. 
  • Once the day trip has commenced no refund will be issued. 

Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.

Child: au $399.00 Family: au $1,888.00

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Lady Elliot Island Day Trip (All You Need to Know)

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Are you seeking a tropical paradise, vibrant marine life, and an eco-friendly adventure on the Great Barrier Reef? Consider booking a Lady Elliot Island Day Trip to experience the best of nature and relaxation.

In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about this stunning (and relatively untravelled) destination and how to make the most of your visit – all within one day!

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Lady Elliot Island Day Trip Adventure

Book a once in a lifetime adventure to Lady Elliot Island on Queensland’s Southern Great Barrier Reef. Swim with turtles, manta rays, dolphins and so much more in the protected and tranquil lagoon of this island paradise. Book your day trip today!

There are a few islands in Australia I’d really recommend visiting, and this happens to be one of them. Lady Elliot Island is a once in a lifetime experience, and if you’re short on time, it’s totally possible to do it all in a day!

Other islands in Australia I’d recommend:

  • Heron Island
  • Fitzroy Island
  • Kgari (Fraser) Island
  • Moreton Island
  • North Stradbroke Island

Let’s dive into an ‘all you need to know’ post on your Lady Elliot Island day trip.

Where is Lady Elliot Island?

Lady Elliot Island, a pristine coral cay, is part of the southern Great Barrier Reef. Nestled in the waters of Queensland, Australia, it offers an unspoiled sanctuary for travelers seeking an immersive encounter with nature. When I say immersive, I mean it!

Where is Lady Elliot Island?

Think manta rays, turtles, fish, reef sharks, dolphins, marine birds and much, much more!

With its crystal-clear waters, diverse marine life, and vibrant coral formations, Lady Elliot Island is a haven for snorkelers, divers, and nature enthusiasts.

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Brief History and Features of the Island

  • Lady Elliot Island emerged from the sea about 3,500 years ago when seabirds brought guano and seeds, kickstarting its vegetation.
  • Guano miners arrived in 1863 but damaged the island, leaving only eight Pisonia trees near the bistro. They removed around 3 feet of topsoil.
  • In 1969, aviator Mr. Don Adams started a reforestation project using native plants, turning Lady Elliot into a wildlife sanctuary with a now diverse seabird population – the 2nd largest on the Great Barrier Reef.
  • The Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort was established in 1984, making a huge commitment to a sustainable and eco-friendly approach to tourism ever since.
  • The island is environmentally significant due to its importance for nesting loggerhead and green sea turtles, as well as the 1200 other marine species that inhabit the island and the surrounding waters.

How to Get to Lady Elliot Island

Reaching this remote paradise is easier than you might think. You can access Lady Elliot Island via a scenic flight from Hervey Bay , Bundaberg or Brisbane (Redcliffe) .

Lady Elliot Island Day Trip

These flights offer breathtaking aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef and its sparkling waters. After landing, the island’s eco-friendly infrastructure ensures that you leave a minimal carbon footprint during your visit.

Day Tour Flight Options to Lady Elliot Island

Day trips & tours run every day with the exception of Christmas Day, subject to booking numbers and weather.

I’d recommend booking here and well in advance as places book out quickly.

Day tour Lady Elliot Island

Hervey Bay to Lady Elliot Island Day Trip

  • Hervey Bay is located approximately 3.5 half hours north of Brisbane with day trips to Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort operating daily (excluding Christmas day 25th December).
  • You’ll depart Hervey Bay/Fraser Coast airport at approximately 8:10am and arriving on the island at 8:50am upon a short 40-minute scenic flight.
  • Departure is 4:00pm from Lady Elliott Island.

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Bundaberg to Lady Elliot Island Day Trip

  • Bundaberg is located approximately 4.5 hours north of Brisbane with day trips to Lady Elliot Island operating daily (excluding Christmas day 25th December).
  • Check in at the Lady Elliot Island/QantasLink counter at Bundaberg Airport. You’ll depart Bundaberg airport at approximately 8:40am and arriving on the island at 9:10 am upon a short 30-minute scenic flight.
  • Departure is at 4:00pm from Lady Elliott Island.

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Brisbane to Lady Elliot Island Day Trip

  • Flights operate daily (excluding Christmas Day) from Redcliffe to Lady Elliot Island with a duration of approximately 80 minutes.
  • You’ll depart Redcliffe at 7:15am and arriving at 8:45am.
  • Departure from the island is at 2:30pm and arrive back in Redcliffe at 4:00pm.

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What to do on Lady Elliot Island

There’s a real variety of adventure activities & relaxation choices to accommodate every traveller to the island. Here’s a list of some of our favourite activities:

Lady Elliot Island manta rays

  • Guided kayak tours
  • Swim with turtles in the lagoon
  • Spot turtles nesting at sunrise
  • Guided reef walks
  • Scuba diving
  • Swim with manta rays
  • Relax seaside from the Lady Elliot Island eco resort
  • Glass bottom boat tour
  • Sunset drinks by the lighthouse

Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort

When you arrive on the island, you’ll discover the unique charm of the Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort. Nestled amid pristine surroundings, this eco-friendly resort provides a sustainable accommodation option.

Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort

Experience eco-conscious living in harmony with nature, including solar power, rainwater harvesting, and guided eco-tours. By staying here, you directly contribute to the island’s conservation efforts.

Room Options

  • Glamping Tents
  • Family Beachfront Units

Lady Elliot Island Eco Cabin

Overnight rate includes:

  • Full buffet dinner and breakfast
  • Use of snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel & fins) & snorkel lesson if required
  • Glass bottom boat/guided snorkel tour (one per person/stay)
  • Range of guided tours and activities
  • Environmental Management Charge

What is the Best Time to Visit Lady Elliot Island?

The best time to plan your Lady Elliot Island day trip depends on your preferences. However, to witness the island’s rich marine life, the period between November and March is ideal. During this time, you can observe turtles nesting and their hatchlings making their way to the sea. Keep in mind that weather conditions are more unpredictable during these months.

If you prefer calm seas and milder temperatures, plan your visit between May and October. The waters are perfect for snorkeling and diving during this period, and the weather is generally more stable.

Remember, the Great Barrier Reef offers different experiences throughout the year, so choose a time that aligns with your interests.

Final thoughts on Lady Elliot Island

Lady Elliot Island

A day trip to Lady Elliot Island is your ticket to an eco-friendly adventure in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Whether you’re eager to snorkel among vibrant coral or witness nesting turtles, this destination offers a unique blend of natural wonders and sustainable travel.

Choose the best time to visit based on your interests & conditions and embark on a journey of discovery, conservation, and adventure. Lady Elliot Island is calling – your day trip adventure awaits.

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5 Day/4 Night Lady Elliot Island Package from Bundaberg

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Spend 4 nights on this tropical oasis departing from Bundaberg!

Bird Watching

Fish feeding, glass bottom boat, guided snorkelling tour.

  • Scuba Diving

Snorkelling

Swim with turtles, guided walk, lady elliot island.

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  • Outer Barrier Reef

Scenic Flights

  • Departs Daily from Bundaberg
  • Returns Bundaberg
  • Duration 5 Day Tour
  • Group Size 13
  •   Vehicle Cessna Caravan (c208)
  • Mobile ticketing accepted
  • No credit card fees
  • 7 days a week support
  • Return Scenic Flights from Bundaberg to Lady Elliot Island
  • 4 x Nights Accommodation on Lady Elliot Island – Ask us about extra nights!
  • 4 x Buffet Breakfasts
  • 4 x Buffet Dinners
  • Guided Reef Walk at Low Tide
  • 1 x Glass Bottom Boat Tour
  • 1 x Guided Snorkeling Tour
  • Free use of snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel & fins)
  • National Park Fees

Escape to the serenity of the outer Great Barrier Reef with this Eco Resort package.

  • Return flights from Bundaberg Airport to Lady Elliot Island
  • Scenic Flights over the Great Barrier Reef
  • Snorkelling sessions and glass-bottomed boat tour
  • World-class scuba diving available
  • Guided island walks
  • Dine on delicious meals

Take a spectacular scenic flight to Lady Elliot Island , a coral cay in the Great Barrier Reef which hosts an abundance of life and boasts pristine beaches. At the island, embark on snorkel sessions in turquoise lagoons brimming with life. Take a glass-bottomed boat and guided snorkel tour to discover more about the reef.

Explore the island at a leisurely pace. Activities include informative walking trails, which explore the reef’s ecosystem and the island’s history and offer the chance to spot seabirds, shipwrecks and even seasonal turtle’s nests. Splurge on delicious, re-energising meals and cocktails at the island’s restaurant.

Room Accommodations:

  • Eco Cabins  – Situated within 20 to 30 meters of Sunrise Beach, the Eco Cabins are roomy, permanent safari-style tents with polished wooden floors and shared bathroom facilities. Each hut accommodates four people with two sets of single bunk beds. Electric lighting and power are connected in every cabin, including a freestanding fan. (Sleeps 4, 12 Units)
  • Garden Units  – Arranged in blocks of three, the Garden Units are ideal for couples or families, offering a queen and bunk-style beds. Each unit features polished timber floors, ensuite bathrooms and a balcony to make the most of the garden views. The units are fan-cooled and have a mini-fridge and tea & coffee making facilities. (Sleeps 4, 11 Units)
  • Reef Units  – Arranged in blocks of three, the Reef Units are ideal for couples or families, offering either queen bed or a combination of a queen and bunk-style beds. Each unit features polished timber floors, ensuite bathrooms and a balcony to make the most of the ocean views. The units are fan-cooled and have a mini-fridge and tea & coffee making facilities. (Sleeps 4, 13 Units)
  • Glamping Tents  – Immerse yourself in our exclusive and spacious glamping tents set amongst our natural flora, whilst enjoying views of the spectacular lagoon. The Glamping Tents accommodate up to two adults (queen bed) and are ideal for couples with a private bathroom and secluded balcony. Each tent is fan cooled with a mini-fridge and tea & coffee making facilities. (Sleeps 2 Adults, 2 Tents)
  • Two-Bedroom Beachfront Units  – Offering absolute beach frontage, the spacious two-bedroom beachfront units accommodate up to four people and features a separate air-conditioned lounge room and private bathroom. The units have a private balcony with lagoon views over Sunrise Beach. Each unit has a mini-fridge, tea & coffee making facilities and a microwave. (Sleeps 4, 5 Units)

NOTE: Sightings of marine life cannot be guaranteed. All activities are subject to weather and tide conditions. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

The below itinerary can change due to cultural reasons, seasonal changes, operational logistics and accessibility.

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Lady Elliot Island is one of the Great Barrier Reef’s best kept secrets. Departing from Bundaberg, step aboard your scenic flight to paradise at this secluded coral cay. Guests will be welcomed to the island and join an orientation tour before embarking on a glass bottom boat cruise and guided snorkelling experience. Dip your toes in the water and snorkel and swim alongside an amazing array of marine life and coral formations at this unspoilt coral reef.

After working up an appetite on the water, a hot and cold buffet lunch will be served. The afternoon is yours to spend as you please exploring the island lighthouse, join a guided reef walk, take part in fish feeding or perhaps more snorkelling. Visitors are welcome to make use of the day guest facilities to freshen up before an extraordinary scenic flight back to Bundaberg at the end of the day. Lady Elliot Island is blessed with untouched beauty. Put this reef tour on your bucket list and book your spot here.

What you need to know

  • Return scenic flight to Lady Elliot Island
  • Welcome drink on arrival
  • Island Orientation Tour
  • Glass bottom boat/guided snorkel tour
  • Snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel & fins) and short wetsuit
  • Hot & cold buffet lunch
  • Afternoon guided activity/tour
  • Towels, sunscreen and reef walking shoes
  • Use of day guest facilities (storage and shower facilities)
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Return 'Scenic' Flight
  • Guided Reef Walk at Low Tide (tide dependent)
  • Combine Glass Bottom Boat /Guided Snorkel Tour
  • Guided/Self-Guided Island Tours
  • Buffet Lunch (Hot & Cold Buffet)
  • Fish Feeding in the Lagoon Fish Pool
  • Tours depart daily from Bundaberg at approximately 8.40am and return at approximately 4.00pm. Flying time to Lady Elliot Island from Bundaberg is approximately 30 minutes.
  • Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure
  • Check-in at the Lady Elliot Island/QantasLink counter – Bundaberg Airport
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Conditions:
  • Cannot be combined with other packages or specials
  • Child age is 3-12 years inclusive
  • Prices subject to change
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  • One light backpack only on all flights to/from Lady Elliot Island
  • Please note day guests are only permitted to 4kg of baggage per person
  • Items must be carried on the lap or put in the baggage compartment as there is no overhead lockers and there is no storage facilities under the seats
  • All activities are subject to weather and tide conditions
  • Travel insurance is recommended
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  • Cruise vessel subject to change without notice
  • Flights operate daily except Christmas Day 25 December. At the completion of purchase, you will need to contact the tour operator to book in a flight time that suits you (Tour Operator details will be printed in your tour voucher
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Re-evaluating data and reports of historical earthquakes has led researchers to move the recorded epicentre Queensland's largest earthquake 250km onshore.

They found 1918 seismology reports had been "misinterpreted", leading to an incorrect understanding of the epicentre.

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One researcher warns Australia has the potential for more large earthquakes on land and says accurate historical data will help build a picture of an area's seismic hazard.

More than 100 years on from Queensland's largest earthquake, researchers are re-writing history having discovered the epicentre was more than 250 kilometres away from where they thought it was.

The 1918 earthquake, commonly called the Bundaberg Earthquake, was believed to have hit off Lady Elliot Island, north east of Bundaberg.

The magnitude-6.0 earthquake was felt across more than 3 million square kilometres, from northern New South Wales to Mackay and inland to Roma.

Stacey Martin, a PhD student at the Australian National University in Canberra, has been researching historical earthquakes.

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"In Australia, we only have good instrumentation from about the 1960s, so prior to that, we don't really know much about where these earthquakes might have been centred and how big they were," Mr Martin said.

In a study published in July by the Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America, Mr Martin reviewed newspaper articles, recorded accounts and macro seismic data from 224 geographic locations to conclude the epicentre was 250km inland.

He said it was near the Coominglah State Forest around Monto in the North Burnett, 470km north of Brisbane.

"There's been a lot of work done to study historical earthquakes in the past, but with modern techniques it's always important to go back and double check them and make sure they're correct," he said.

From sea to land

Mr Martin was surprised early on in his research to find evidence from newspaper reports that suggested shaking could have been particularly strong at inland sites like Camboon in the Banana shire, 300km inland from Bundaberg.

The personal papers of Francis Bell, the then-owner of Camboon Station, described not being able to stand up during the earthquake.

"He also talks about aftershocks," Mr Martin said.

"This is quite unusual for an earthquake that's very strongly felt at an inland location, with aftershocks, where the actually instrumented epicentre is offshore."

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Keen to delve deeper, Mr Martin looked at the seismogram, the record produced by the seismograph, from Riverview College Observatory in Sydney, the only station to record the earthquake in Australia.

He found the results were "misinterpreted".

"They assumed the earthquake was at a distance of about 1,200km from Sydney, and for the longest time no-one questioned that," he said.

Correspondence from one of Queensland's pre-eminent geologists, Walter Bryan, showed while he was studying a 1935 earthquake, Mr Bryan suggested the 1918 earthquake be re-evaluated.

"It turned out even the observatory personnel started to suspect the seismograms had been misinterpreted in 1918, but they didn't change them," Mr Martin said.

"We had another look at them and found the earthquake wasn't 1,200km away, but now it was 900km away from Sydney.

"That was really a big 'a-ha' moment, because that distance not only coincided with the distance to Camboon, but it also coincided with the region that experienced a lot of aftershocks, which now coincided with where the epicentre really should be."

Seismic hazard risk needs to be accurate

Coominglah is only 185km north west of Gayndah, the site of Queensland's second largest earthquake in 1935, which measured a magnitude of 5.5.

It's also only 106km north west of Eidsvold, which recorded a 5.2-magnitude earthquake in 2015 .

That event was Queensland's most recent notable earthquake, with aftershocks recorded four years later.

Earthquake rattles south-east Queensland

Mr Martin said changing the epicentre of the 1918 earthquake helped show the region's seismicity.

"What it tells us is this is a region that can have big earthquakes, so this information is really helpful to understand what could happen in the future," he said.

"When you plan, and make emergency plans as you would for bushfire, or floods, or cyclones, you might want to consider earthquakes as well."

Seismologist Michael Turnbull

Seismologist Michael Turnbull has been studying earthquakes for more than two decades, establishing the Central Queensland Seismology Research Group at Central Queensland University in 2002.

He said for a long time seismologists just accepted the ocean location, but agreed an onshore earthquake was far more likely, with "uncountable numbers" of very small earthquake fault lines in the area.

Mr Turnbull said having accurate data on earthquakes, including historical ones, was especially important as Australia's population grew.

"As time progresses, and population gets denser, and particularly as industry develops in an area, it's very important to know what the actual hazard is from earthquakes," Mr Turnbull said.

"For instance, let's just say we're going to build a gas-fired power plant or electrical plant somewhere, we need to know what the actual hazard from earthquakes is going to be.

"If we now have information, good scientific information coming that this 1918 earthquake actually occurred onshore somewhere, that increases the hazard we have."

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Australia at risk of large earthquakes

Mr Martin said Australians should not be complacent about earthquake risks.

On average, 100 earthquakes above magnitude 3 are recorded in Australia each year, with destructive earthquakes, like the one that hit Newcastle in 1989 , happening every one to two years.

"Most of Australia's recent very large earthquakes have either been in the middle of the desert, like Tennant Creek in 1988, or they've been offshore like the Broome earthquake in 2019," he said.

"There is potential for large earthquakes on land and onshore, and possibly even in regions of the country that are populated.

"I think we've just been through a really good run of luck and I personally hope that run of luck continues."

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6 Day/5 Night Lady Elliot Island Package from  Bundaberg

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Spend 5 nights, Pay 4 Nights* on this tropical oasis departing from Bundaberg!

Escape to the magical Lady Elliot Island, where you can swim with turtles, feed fish, explore the 110 acres of paradise and much more! Your time on Lady Elliot includes a large range of activities and return flights to the Island! This package presents the unique opportunity to explore the reef by air, boat and water!

*BONUS! Stay 5 Nights, Pay 4 Nights (Not valid in Peak Season, refer to season calendar).

  • Return flights from Bundaberg Airport to Lady Elliot Island
  • Scenic flights over the Great Barrier Reef
  • Snorkelling sessions and glass-bottomed boat tour
  • World-class scuba diving available
  • Guided island walks
  • Dine on delicious meals

Take a spectacular scenic flight to Lady Elliot Island, a coral cay in the Great Barrier Reef which hosts an abundance of life and boasts pristine beaches. At the island, embark on snorkel sessions in turquoise lagoons brimming with life. Take a glass-bottomed boat and guided snorkel tour to discover more about the reef.

Explore the island at a leisurely pace. Activities include informative walking trails, which explore the reef's ecosystem and the island's history and offer the chance to spot seabirds, shipwrecks and even seasonal turtle's nests. Splurge on delicious, re-energising meals and cocktails at the island's restaurant.

Room Accommodations:

  • Eco Cabins – Situated within 20 to 30 meters of Sunrise Beach, the Eco Cabins are roomy, permanent safari-style tents with polished wooden floors and shared bathroom facilities. Each hut accommodates four people with two sets of single bunk beds. Electric lighting and power are connected in every cabin, including a freestanding fan. (Sleeps 4, 12 Units)
  • Garden Units – Arranged in blocks of three, the Garden Units are ideal for couples or families, offering a queen and bunk-style beds. Each unit features polished timber floors, ensuite bathrooms and a balcony to make the most of the garden views. The units are fan-cooled and have a mini-fridge and tea & coffee making facilities. (Sleeps 4, 11 Units)
  • Reef Units – Arranged in blocks of three, the Reef Units are ideal for couples or families, offering either queen bed or a combination of a queen and bunk-style beds. Each unit features polished timber floors, ensuite bathrooms and a balcony to make the most of the ocean views. The units are fan-cooled and have a mini-fridge and tea & coffee making facilities. (Sleeps 4, 13 Units)
  • Glamping Tents – Immerse yourself in our exclusive and spacious glamping tents set amongst our natural flora, whilst enjoying views of the spectacular lagoon. The Glamping Tents accommodate up to two adults (queen bed) and are ideal for couples with a private bathroom and secluded balcony. Each tent is fan cooled with a mini-fridge and tea & coffee making facilities. (Sleeps 2 Adults, 2 Tents)
  • Two-Bedroom Beachfront Units – Offering absolute beach frontage, the spacious two-bedroom beachfront units accommodate up to four people and features a separate air-conditioned lounge room and private bathroom. The units have a private balcony with lagoon views over Sunrise Beach. Each unit has a mini-fridge, tea & coffee making facilities and a microwave. (Sleeps 4, 5 Units)

NOTE: Sightings of marine life cannot be guaranteed. All activities are subject to weather and tide conditions. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

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BONUS! Stay 5 Nights, Pay 4 Nights (Not valid in Peak Season).

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Group Size : 13ppl max

  • Cessna Caravan (c208)
  • Return Scenic Flights from Bundaberg Airport to Lady Elliot Island
  • 5 x Nights Accommodation on Lady Elliot Island BONUS! Stay 5 Nights, Pay 4 Nights (Not valid in Peak Season).
  • 5 x Buffet Breakfasts
  • 5 x Buffet Dinners
  • Guided Reef Walk at Low Tide
  • 1 x Glass Bottom Boat Tour
  • 1 x Guided Snorkeling Tour
  • Free use of snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel & fins)

Fish Feeding

  • National Park Fees

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The below itinerary can change due to tides and weather.

Depart Bundaberg Airport

Check-in at the Lady Elliot Island/QantasLink counter – Bundaberg Airport

Scenic Flight

See the Reef from above on your way to the Island.

Lady Elliot Island

Arrive at the island and orientation, before being set loose to explore!

Guided Walk

Island Orientation Tour

Snorkelling

Snorkel amongst the beautiful corals, fishes, turtles and more, up close and personal.

Bird Watching

Observe Sea Bird in their Natural Habitiat!

Buffet Dinner

Relax and enjoy a delicious dinner.

Buffet Breakfast

Most important meal of the day!

Snorkelling from the Beach

Great for Non-Swimmers and Kids!

Glass Bottom Boat

Want to see the Reef and not get wet? Glass Bottom Boats are awesome fun for all ages!

Swimming/Swim with Turtles

Take a swim with wild turtles!

Watch as trained Lady Elliot Island staff feed dozens of fish right at their feet!

Swim With Turtles

Guided snorkelling tour.

Never been snorkeling? Or just want expert commentary and assistance? A Guided Snorkel is for you!

Depart Lady Elliot Island

11:30pm – 4:00pm

11:30 am or 4:00 pm departure available (subject to availability)

Return to Bundaberg

Arrives 12:00 pm or 4:30 pm

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    The Great Barrier Reef Day Trip departs daily from Hervey Bay/Fraser Coast or Bundaberg. Enjoy a gorgeous scenic flight en route to Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, a true coral cay island located on the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef. You will be greeted upon arrival and given a brief island orientation tour before exploring the island ...

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    The Day Trips/Tours to Lady Elliot Island offer a great opportunity for domestic or international visitors with limited time to explore Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Lady Elliot Island is located on the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, 80km north-east of Bundaberg, just to the north of Fraser Island. Although we do recommend a ...

  3. Lady Elliot Island Day Trip from Bundaberg including Flights

    Southern Great Barrier Reef, Queensland. Departing from Bundaberg, fly to Lady Elliot Island in the Great Barrier Reef to enjoy a glass bottom boat tour, snorkelling, buffet lunch and scenic flight. Powered by: Southern Great Barrier Reef, Queensland. Cruises, Fishing and Boats. A$ 500.

  4. Lady Elliot Island Tours

    Gold Coast & Brisbane Special - Book before 30 Sept & SAVE 20%. From $782 per person (min 2 guests). Experience a full day on Lady Elliot Island - snorkel pristine coral reef & swim with turtles! See the Great Barrier Reef from a spectacular scenic flight from the air as well as below the waters surface with guided snorkelling tour and glass ...

  5. 1 Day Lady Elliot Island Package from Bundaberg

    This full-day trip allows you to experience the wonders of the heritage Great Barrier Reef from above and below with a scenic flight to Lady Elliot Island, the opportunity to snorkel, a guided tour around the island and a buffet lunch. Return flight to Lady Elliot Island from Bundaberg; Glass-bottomed boat and snorkel tour

  6. Great Barrier Reef Day Trip to Lady Elliot Island from Bundaberg

    Check in at the QantasLink counter at Bundaberg Airport. Enjoy a gorgeous scenic flight to Lady Elliot Island, a true coral cay island located on the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, north of Fraser Island. Guests will be greeted upon arrival and given a brief orientation tour before exploring the Island at their leisure.

  7. Great Barrier Reef Day Trip to Lady Elliot Island

    The Great Barrier Reef Day Trip to Lady Elliot Island provides guests with a unique opportunity to explore the reef from the air, a glass-bottom boat and the water, all in one day! The day trip includes return scenic flight, use of day guest facilities, snorkel equipment, combined glass bottom boat/guided snorkel tour, lunch served in the ...

  8. Lady Elliot Island Day Tour from Bundaberg

    Experience the beauty of Australia's famous Great Barrier Reef with this exciting day tour to Lady Elliot Island; Take a scenic flight from Bundaberg and be in awe at the aerial views of the many surrounding islands; Get a chance to encounter the marine life of the reef during a fun glass-bottom boat/guided snorkel tour

  9. 2 Day/1 Night Lady Elliot Island Package from Bundaberg

    2 Day/1 Night Lady Elliot Island Package from Bundaberg. 2 Day/1 Night Lady Elliot Island Package. from Bundaberg. Adults from $554. Fly to the beautiful Lady Elliot Island from Bundaberg on this 2-day/1-night trip, snorkel in seas abundant with life, take a glass-bottomed boat tour and explore the island. Book Now →.

  10. Lady Elliot Island Experience

    Lady Elliot Island Experience: (This is an example itinerary of a typical day) The Great Barrier Reef Day Trip departs daily from Bundaberg Airport or Hervey Bay/Fraser Coast Airport. Enjoy a mesmerising scenic flight en-route to Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, a true coral cay island located on the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef.

  11. Bundaberg Region

    Join our Great Barrier Reef Day Tour to Lady Elliot Island for a fabulous day exploring the wonders of the Southern Join our E-news ... Add to Trip Planner; Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort . ... Flights depart daily from Hervey Bay 8:10am and departs Lady Elliot Island 4pm, departs Bundaberg 8:40am and departs Lady Elliot Island 4pm. Details ...

  12. 1 Day Lady Elliot Island Package from Bundaberg

    This full-day trip allows you to experience the wonders of the heritage Great Barrier Reef from above and below with a scenic flight to Lady Elliot Island, the opportunity to snorkel, a guided tour around the island and a Buffet Lunch.. Return flight to Lady Elliot Island from Bundaberg; Glass-bottomed boat and snorkel tour

  13. Lady Elliot Island Day Trip (All You Need to Know)

    Bundaberg to Lady Elliot Island Day Trip. Bundaberg is located approximately 4.5 hours north of Brisbane with day trips to Lady Elliot Island operating daily (excluding Christmas day 25th December). Check in at the Lady Elliot Island/QantasLink counter at Bundaberg Airport.

  14. 6 Day/5 Night Lady Elliot Island Package from Bundaberg

    Escape to the magical Lady Elliot Island, where you can Swim With Turtles, feed fish, explore the 110 acres of paradise and much more!Your time on Lady Elliot includes a large range of activities and return flights to the Island! This package presents the unique opportunity to explore the reef by air, boat and water!

  15. 5 Day/4 Night Lady Elliot Island Tour from Bundaberg

    Discover the amazing Lady Elliot Island on a 5 day tour from Bundaberg. Explore the reef by air, boat and water as part of the experience! Booking.com Book ... Call 1800 088 511 +61 7 3852 2575. More Australian tours. Thanks! Find, Compare & Book Great Barrier Reef Tours (No Booking or Credit Card Fees!) Departing From Departing From. How Long ...

  16. 5 Day/4 Night Lady Elliot Island Tour from Bundaberg

    Discover the amazing Lady Elliot Island on a 5 day tour from Bundaberg. Explore the reef by air, boat and water as part of the experience! ... LADY ELLIOT ISLAND TOURS. FRASER ISLAND TOURS FROM HERVEY BAY. ... Return Scenic Flights from Bundaberg to Lady Elliot Island; 4 x Nights Accommodation on Lady Elliot Island - Ask us about extra nights

  17. Bundaberg Region

    Lady Elliot Island, part of the Southern Great Barrier Reef, lies 85 kilometres north-east of Bundaberg and is a coral cay which is actually part of the reef. ... Departing from the Bundaberg Airport, take a day trip or spend a night (or a week) at Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort. WIth cabins and glamping available right on the water you'll be ...

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    Welcome to Lady Elliot Island. ... All-inclusive 2-night experience with flights from Hervey Bay or Bundaberg starting from $1,025 per adult (twin/share). Read More. 20% off Great Barrier Reef Day Tour. Book and travel before 30th September 2024 for Gold Coast / Redcliffe Day Tours. Read More.

  19. Lady Elliot Island Day Trip From Bundaberg

    Lady Elliot Island is one of the Great Barrier Reef's best kept secrets. Departing from Bundaberg, step aboard your scenic flight to paradise at this secluded coral cay. Guests will be welcomed to the island and join an orientation tour before embarking on a glass bottom boat cruise and guided snorkelling experience.

  20. 4 Day/3 Night Lady Elliot Island Tour from Bundaberg

    Discover the amazing Lady Elliot Island on a 4 day tour from Bundaberg. Explore the reef by air, boat and water as part of the experience! Booking.com Book ... Call 1800 088 511 +61 7 3852 2575. More Australian tours. Thanks! Find, Compare & Book Great Barrier Reef Tours (No Booking or Credit Card Fees!) Departing From Departing From. How Long ...

  21. Lady Elliot Island Day Tour from Bundaberg

    Get this Lady Elliot Island Day Tour from Bundaberg in Australia and get amazing experiences here!

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  23. 3 Day/2 Night Lady Elliot Island Package from Bundaberg

    A 3-Night minimum stay applies for travel between 20th December 2020 to 5th January 2021, please refer to this link for details > 4 Day/3 Night Lady Elliot Island Tour Room Accommodations: Eco Cabins - Situated within 20 to 30 meters of Sunrise Beach, the Eco Cabins are roomy, permanent safari-style tents with polished wooden floors and ...

  24. 6 Day Lady Elliot Island Tour from Bundaberg

    Experience Lady Elliot Island, a beautiful island paradise on a 6 day tour from Hervey Bey. ... See & Do; Blog; Call 1800 088 511 +61 7 3852 2575. More Australian tours. Thanks! Find, Compare & Book Great Barrier Reef Tours (No Booking or Credit Card Fees!) Departing From ... Home › Great Barrier Reef Tours from Bundaberg › 6 Day/5 Night ...