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LARC vessel at Lightstation
Cost: |
A$336 (2 Passengers) |
Duration:
7 Hours
Minimum Passengers:
6.
Maximum Passengers:
52.
Departure Days:
Valid for 01APR25-31MAR26: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday except 18APR, 25DEC
Departure Time:
09:00am.
Departure Point:
1770 Marina, 535 Captain Cook Drive, Town of 1770, Qld 4677
Pickup:
Not Included
Dropoff:
Not Included
Meals:
- Morning tea.
- Picnic lunch.
Not Included:
- Bustard Head Light House management charge.
- Queensland Parks national park fee.
On Request
Cost: |
A$336 (2 Passengers) |
Inclusions:
- Amphibious LARC experience.
- Tour through light-keeper's cottage museum.
- Tour inside an operating lighthouse.
- Short walk to the lightstation cemetery.
- Refreshment, morning tea and Lunch.
- Sandboarding on Middle Island.
What to bring:
- Hat.
- Sunscreen.
- Sunglasses.
- Swimwear.
- Towel.
- Jacket for winter months.
- Camera.
Itinerary:
Valid for 01APR25-31MAR26:
The LARC Paradise Tour travels to Bustard Head Light station along Bustard Bay, with National Parks to the left and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park to the right.
We cross four tidal creeks in our amphibian and arrive at a scenic picnic area for a morning tea of cake, biscuits, fresh fruit, and refreshments.
The tour continues up Bustard Headland in a picturesque 4WD journey to reach the Light station of Queensland's first coastal lighthouse, standing 19 meters tall.
The cast iron lighthouse tower was built in 1868, automated in 1986, and in 2013 became Queensland's only operating lighthouse open for public entry, which is for our LARC Paradise Tours.
Guests use the original staircase to the balcony of the lighthouse where the 360-degree vista amazes.
Absorb the history as our experienced guides take you through the restored head light-keepers cottage while sharing an interpretative dialogue about the large collection of lighthouse artefacts within.
Just beyond the lighthouse is a short winding path leading to a quaint and well-tended graveyard, peacefully nestled in beautiful bush surroundings.
While reading the headstones, our guide will share the fascinating facts that earned this majestic station it's title of “Lighthouse of Tragedy"! You will then return to the LARC and enjoy a panoramic view of the Bay as we journey down the headland to the picnic area to sit and soak in the peaceful beauty of the coast while enjoying a picnic lunch, cold drinks and Billy tea or coffee brewed over a campfire.
Following lunch, the LARC ventures to 35metre sand dunes for some sandboarding fun! Our guides will give you a quick lesson and then set you free - you can choose to stay dry or if you're feeling a little more adventurous why not skim right off the dunes splashing and skipping across the water.
If you would prefer not to participate, sandboarding is a great spectator sport, or you might take a dip, depending on the tide.
The LARC then transports you back to 1770 Marina in true beach buggy style.
You can soak up the picturesque colors of the sky as the sun begins to lower, signaling the end of another day in Paradise! This fully guided day tour is suitable for all ages, with wildlife spotting and informative commentary for the enjoyment and entertainment of guests.
Child Policy:
Valid for 01APR24-31MAR26:
Infant: 0-3 years inclusive - free of charge.
Child: 4-14 years inclusive - child rates apply.
Important Information:
Valid for 01APR24-31MAR26:
Additional Charges:
- AUD9.00 per person Bustard Head Light Station Association management charge and AUD2.00 per person Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service entry fee to be paid directly on the day of the tour.
Children:
- Children under 8 years old are not permitted to climb to the balcony inside the Bustard Head Lighthouse tower. All other areas of the Light station are accessible for children.
Itinerary:
- Departure times may vary due to tidal conditions on the day.
- Please advise contact number, address and dietary requirements of guests at the time of booking.
On Request
