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- Dutch
If you are looking for an island getaway with abundant birdlife, look no further. Bribie Island is a hidden gem connected to the mainland by only one bridge. On this tour, you will visit several bird hides and pristine beaches, walk through authentic bushland, and explore tidal mudflats with mangroves.
The highlight of the day is a visit to Buckley’s Hole Conservation Park, one of the island’s most significant natural areas. This diverse reserve includes a freshwater lagoon, woodlands, open forest, mangroves, and a quiet beach. More than 190 recorded bird species have been recorded here. It is a haven for birdlife and offers excellent opportunities for wildlife observation in a peaceful setting.
This tour is ideal for those who enjoy a slower pace, with time to observe, photograph, and appreciate the subtle details of coastal ecosystems. It offers a rewarding mix of birdwatching, scenic landscapes, and relaxed exploration on one of Queensland’s most accessible islands.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick up can be arranged from your holiday accommodation. Please let me know where you're staying, and we'll take it from there.
Itinerary
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1Bribie Island
After the pick-up, we drive to the Pumicestone Passage, where we will enjoy a leisurely stroll along the beachfront. This walk has excellent birdwatching opportunities and wildflowers. The views over the Glass House Mountains are stunning.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Bribie Island
We then drive to Kakadu Beach. Kakadu Beach is a beautiful park and bird sanctuary at Banksia Beach on Bribie Island. We might need to visit Kakadu Beach twice, depending on the tides, to catch up with the migrating birds. It is home to one of the few roost sites in the Pumicestone Passage and a gorgeous place to spend time in nature. Some common bird sightings include the Spotted Dove, Crested Pigeon, Buff-banded Rail, Beach Thick-knee, and the Pied Stilt. Wader species include the Whimbrel, Great Knot, Eastern Curlew, Curlew Sandpiper, Red-necked Stint, Sooty Oystercatcher, and the Lesser Sand Plover, among many others.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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We will have lunch at Annie Lane cafe in Bongaree. Annie Lane is an all-day brunch cafe focused on providing a unique and memorable experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Bribie Island
After lunch at Annie's, we will do a few bushwalks. The “Banksia, Palm Grove, and Melaleuca Bicentennial” bushwalks begin near the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre. We will walk through Eucalypt forests, Paperbark wetlands, and Wallum heathlands. Rainbow Bee-eaters, Red-backed Fairy-wrens, and Eastern Yellow Robins are some of the colorful birds you may encounter.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
5Bribie Island
We will finish or start our tour (depending on the tides) at Buckley’s Hole Conservation Park. Buckley’s Hole covers almost 88 hectares, including a freshwater lagoon, woodlands, open forest, mangroves, swamplands, and a stunning beach. It is a bird-watchers paradise; there are more than 190 species of birdlife that call the conservation park home.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The travel time is already included in the total duration of the tour
- Not recommended for children
- Don't book a tour when you are unwell
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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