Walk through the working sheds of Monsoon Aquatics at the Port of Bundaberg, where more than 70,000 corals grow on land in tanks under blue grow lights. A guide shows you how coral is fed, cut and grown, and how the farm's work feeds into reef restoration.
Days
- 1 hour
Age
- All ages
Group size
- Guided small group
Start / finish
- Monsoon Aquatics, Burnett Heads / same place
Return
- See itinerary for details
Transport
- Make your own way to Burnett Heads
Meals
- No meals are listed as included
Route
Included experiences
- Coral sheds — walk past tanks of more than 70,000 corals
- Feeding demonstration — watch the corals being fed
- Fragging — see a coral cut into new colonies
- Giant clams and clownfish — see them up close
- Reef restoration — hear how the farm breeds corals for the reef
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Reviews
4.9
Based on 78 reviews
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AI summary of 78 reviews
Travellers consistently praise the guides' knowledge, enthusiasm and friendliness, along with the visual beauty of the corals and the educational value of learning about coral farming, breeding and reef restoration efforts. What stands out most frequently is visitors' appreciation for how engaging and accessible the staff make the science of coral conservation, with particular mention of the colourful corals viewed under ultraviolet light and the opportunity for visitors, especially children, to participate in hands-on activities like feeding corals. The most common caveat is that the tour involves a significant amount of standing with limited seating options, which proved uncomfortable for some visitors with mobility concerns, though this appears in only a small minority of reviews.
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Having dived the reef, sailed and collected sea grass flowers, this tour completed the coral circle for me. Beautiful colours, science at its best, and a well-planned tour from knowledgeable staff who care about their work.
A great visit and very informative, well worth it if you'd like to see coral being grown for the reef.
Nikki was our guide, friendly, informative and accommodating. The hour-long tour flew by with great displays and loads of interesting information. Bookings are essential, and I'd highly recommend it if you're nearby.
Nicki was a wonderful guide, knowledgeable, funny and warm. The tour was a highlight of our time in Bundaberg, and the work being done here to protect the reef is truly impressive.
A very informative tour, I learnt heaps and it was so cool to see. Definitely recommend.
I learnt plenty of interesting facts about coral, and they're doing great work to help regenerate the reefs. Indi was a great guide.
