1770 & Lady Musgrave Island Eco Adventure

Queensland

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Tour summary

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Set off on a 4-day eco-adventure from Brisbane to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. Travel in comfort aboard our Gold Class coach with carbon emissions offset, stopping to explore Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World before continuing north. Ride the iconic pink LARC along Eurimbula National Park, visit Queensland’s only operating lighthouse and sandboard towering dunes. Cruise aboard the Reef Empress to Lady Musgrave Island, where snorkelling, glass-bottom boat tours and a coral cay walk reveal reef wonders. Finish with a behind-the-scenes tour of Monsoon Aquatics coral farm, supporting reef restoration and sustainable travel.

Departure location:
Brisbane
Return location:
Brisbane
Tour duration:
4
days
Physical rating:
2 - Moderate
Departure dates:

8 April 2026

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Coach classes:
Gold
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Tour accreditations:
Tour experiences:

4 Eco Experiences

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Tour pricing

Twin Share
$
2395
pp
Sole Use
$
2760
pp
Deposit:
$300 per person
Sole Use:
Green Guest Policy:
All prices are in AUD.

Additional information

Tour inclusions

  • Travel carbon neutral on our luxurious ‘Gold Class’ coach
  • Fully escorted by experienced Fun Over 50 Holidays tour host and coach captain
  • Enjoy Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World with Devonshire morning tea, buggy hire, meet the friendly farm animals and step into the interactive aviary
  • 1 night Agnes Water
  • Experience a full day on the pink LARC navigating Eurimbula National Park
  • 2 nights at Turtle Sands, Bargara
  • Full day experience to Lady Musgrave Island taking guided island walks, glass bottom boat cruise, underwater observatory, swimming, and snorkelling
  • Enjoy an interactive experience and be part of restoration funding for the Great Barrier Reef with a visit to Monsoon Aquatics Coral Farm at Bargara
  • 10 meals

Additional information

Physical rating

2 - Moderate
Passengers must be able to:
  • Participate in guided or unguided small walking tours at a relaxed pace
  • Walk on mostly level ground
  • Tackle an occasional flight of stairs or incline
  • Occasionally need to stand for up to 10 minutes
  • Get on and off transportation unaided
  • Manage your own luggage
  • Participate in walking tours with time to rest at least every 10 minutes
  • Walk confidently on bush tracks and soft sand – mostly level ground
  • Stand for 15 minutes without needing to sit down
  • Tackle a flight of stairs or incline
  • Get on and off transportation multiple times unaided
  • Manage your own luggage
  • Participate in walking tours without having to stop or sit down to rest for up to 20 minutes
  • Walk up an incline equal to a flight of stairs without stopping
  • Stand for 30 minutes without needing to sit down
  • Walk over uneven ground, tackle cobbled creek crossings & walk through soft sand
  • Get on and off transportation multiple times unaided
  • Manage your own luggage
  • Be extremely mobile and live an active lifestyle
  • Negotiate inclines, declines and varied terrain confidently
  • Participate in a physical activity lasting up to 5 hours (Trek/walks)
  • Manage your own luggage and be able to carry with you a backpack with items required for the physical activities
Learn more about our fitness levels

Physical rating

2 - Moderate
Passengers must be able to:
  • Participate in guided or unguided small walking tours at a relaxed pace
  • Walk on mostly level ground
  • Tackle an occasional flight of stairs or incline
  • Occasionally need to stand for up to 10 minutes
  • Get on and off transportation unaided
  • Manage your own luggage
  • Participate in walking tours with time to rest at least every 10 minutes
  • Walk confidently on bush tracks and soft sand – mostly level ground
  • Stand for 15 minutes without needing to sit down
  • Tackle a flight of stairs or incline
  • Get on and off transportation multiple times unaided
  • Manage your own luggage
  • Participate in walking tours without having to stop or sit down to rest for up to 20 minutes
  • Walk up an incline equal to a flight of stairs without stopping
  • Stand for 30 minutes without needing to sit down
  • Walk over uneven ground, tackle cobbled creek crossings & walk through soft sand
  • Get on and off transportation multiple times unaided
  • Manage your own luggage
  • Be extremely mobile and live an active lifestyle
  • Negotiate inclines, declines and varied terrain confidently
  • Participate in a physical activity lasting up to 5 hours (Trek/walks)
  • Manage your own luggage and be able to carry with you a backpack with items required for the physical activities
Learn more about our fitness levels
Eco experience
Eco experience
Walking component
Walking component
Cruise
Cruise
Off-road
Off-road
Local guide
Local guide
Swimming
Swimming

Itinerary

Departs
Brisbane
Returns
Brisbane

Day

1

1770

Eco experience
Eco experience

We depart from the Brisbane Coach Terminal on our luxurious ‘Gold Class’ coach, ensuring responsible travel with 100% offset coach emissions. We journey into the scenic Sunshine Coast Hinterland to explore the stunning Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World. Upon arrival, we enjoy Devonshire morning tea before setting off to discover the beautifully landscaped gardens. To ensure ease of access, buggy hire has been arranged, as we take in the breathtaking surroundings. Enjoy meeting friendly farm animals before stepping into the interactive aviary at Bird World, home to a vibrant array of feathered friends. Next, we hit the highway and travel north making our way to Agnes Water.

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1770 Lagoons Central Apartments, Agnes Waters
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Included meals
Breakfast
Morning Tea
Lunch
Afternoon Tea
Dinner
Included meals
Breakfast
Morning Tea
Lunch
Afternoon Tea
Dinner

Day

2

Bargara

Off-road
Off-road
Ferry
Ferry
Local guide
Local guide
Walking component
Walking component
Eco experience
Eco experience

This morning, embark on the Pink Amphibious LARC (Lighter Amphibious Resupply Cargo) vessel navigating along the coastline of Eurimbula National Park and crossing four tidal creeks. Visit Queensland’s only operating lighthouse and enjoy a guided tour through the restored light-keepers’ cottage, now a museum filled with maritime artifacts. Experience the thrill of sandboarding down 35-metre-high dunes on Middle Island. Spot diverse wildlife, including migratory birds, and enjoy the pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters along the route. Our afternoon takes us to the coastal town of Bargara.

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Turtle Sands, Mon Repos
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Included meals
Breakfast
Morning Tea
Lunch
Afternoon Tea
Dinner
Included meals
Breakfast
Morning Tea
Lunch
Afternoon Tea
Dinner

Day

3

Lady Musgrave Island

Cruise
Cruise
Local guide
Local guide
Walking component
Walking component
Eco experience
Eco experience
Swimming
Swimming

Departing from Bundaberg, the Lady Musgrave Island day tour is a full-day eco-adventure to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. Travel aboard the luxury Reef Empress catamaran to explore Lady Musgrave Island’s stunning coral cay and lagoon. Enjoy guided island walks, snorkelling, and a glass-bottom boat tour, with access to the eco-friendly pontoon featuring an underwater observatory and sun lounges. Includes gourmet buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea, and all snorkel gear.

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Included meals
Breakfast
Morning Tea
Lunch
Afternoon Tea
Dinner
Included meals
Breakfast
Morning Tea
Lunch
Afternoon Tea
Dinner

What you'll see and do

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How do I book this tour?

To book this tour, all you need to do is get in touch with us. We will take your details and reserve your place over the phone. We can also answer any questions you may have and give you all the information you need.

How much luggage can I take?

Our coach tours have a baggage restriction of 17kg per person (regardless of flight and rail allowances) due to our Occupational Health & Safety standards. You can also bring one small, soft carry-on bag not exceeding 30cm wide, 30cm high, and 15cm thick that may be stowed in the overhead compartment.

What do the fitness ratings mean?

Each of our tours has a fitness rating which describes the level of physical activity involved with the tour. These ratings are very important when choosing your tour to ensure it's right for you.  Our fitness ratings are:

  • 1 Easy
  • 2 Moderate
  • 3 Active/moderate
  • 4 Highly active
What is the average size of tour groups?

Our Gold Class coaches have a seat capacity of between 44 and 46, but we cap Gold Class tours at 40 guests per tour. Our Diamond Class tours have a capacity of just 26 guests. Other tour types may have different capacities depending on the transport and destination. Please get in touch with our team if you have any questions about a specific tour.

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In most cases, yes we can. We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking, and we can confirm with our suppliers and restaurants.

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