Walk around 35 strange sandstone craters in the farmland north of Bundaberg, found in 1971 and still without an agreed explanation, then weigh up the theories yourself. Your entry covers the crater paths and viewing platform, a short history presentation, a phone-based augmented reality trail and the sensory Earth Room.
Days
- 45 minutes to 1 hour
Age
- All ages
Group size
- Self-guided visit
Start / finish
- Mystery Craters, South Kolan / same place
Return
- See itinerary for details
Transport
- Make your own way; free parking on site
Meals
- No meals are listed as included
Route
Included experiences
- Crater field — walk the paths and climb the viewing platform
- Murrin Discovery Space — short presentation on the theories
- Augmented reality trail — see UFOs and meteorites over the craters
- Jim's Trail — vintage farm machinery and relics
- Earth Room — crystals, fossils and a quiet sensory space
Pictures / Videos
Reviews
4.9
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Travellers consistently praise the craters themselves as fascinating and thought-provoking, along with the peaceful atmosphere, well-maintained grounds and welcoming, knowledgeable staff who make visitors feel genuinely cared for. The Earth Room featuring gemstones, crystals and fossils stands out most often as a highlight, with many noting the café's high-quality coffee and refreshments as an appreciated addition to their visit. The most common caveat is that several visitors missed the viewing platform during their trip, as it was undergoing renewal work, though this did not significantly detract from their overall experience of exploring the craters up close.
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An enlightening visit. The owner clearly explained what to expect and where to go, the grounds were clean and well signed, and we enjoyed walking around, reading the information and forming our own conclusions, then had a light lunch in the cafe.
A great experience. The guide knew a lot about the history of the craters, and the craters themselves were interesting and mysterious.
A great family-run business. The videos were very informative, the grounds well kept and the craters amazing.
An interesting place, with a lovely, well-informed young man at the counter happy to answer questions.
We had Devonshire tea for Father's Day, with fresh warm scones and real cream. The craters and grounds were dry, but that didn't take away from the mystery or the very Australian scenery. A lovely morning out.
You get to make up your own mind about how the craters formed, with plenty of signs posing questions, a video on how they were found, and a viewing platform. Friendly, knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, grassy areas for kids and a cafe.
