Name: Bribie Island Visitor Information Centre
Address: 1 South Esplanade, Bongaree QLD 4507
Phone: (07) 3408 9026
Opening Hours: Typically 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (7 days; seasonal variations)
Type: Accredited Visitor Information Centre
Region: Moreton Bay Region / Bribie Island / Pumicestone Passage
This is the primary accredited VIC for Bribie Island and one of the key coastal visitor centres in South‑East Queensland.
What Area It Caters For
1. Bribie Island – Bongaree (Primary Area)
- Bongaree Jetty and foreshore
- Calm swimming beaches
- Waterfront dining and cafés
- Heritage trails and museums
- Boat ramps and fishing spots
2. Woorim (Eastern Surf Beach)
- Main surf beach on Bribie Island
- Lifeguard‑patrolled areas (seasonal)
- Beachfront parks and picnic areas
- Access to 4WD beach zones (permits required)
3. Pumicestone Passage Marine Park (Major Coverage)
- Protected marine environment
- Dolphin, dugong, and bird habitats
- Kayaking, boating, and eco‑cruises
- Fishing and nature‑based touring
4. Bribie Island National Park & Recreation Area
- 4WD beach access (Ocean Beach)
- Camping zones (permit required)
- Lagoons, dunes, and remote coastal landscapes
- Wildlife viewing and birdwatching
5. Banksia Beach & Bellara (Northern Foreshore)
- Calm beaches and family‑friendly parks
- Boat ramps and water‑based recreation
- Local shops and accommodation
6. Sandstone Point & Godwin Beach (Mainland Support Area)
- Sandstone Point Hotel & event precinct
- Pumicestone Passage views
- Fishing and boating access
- Gateway to Bribie Island Bridge
7. Caboolture & Morayfield (Regional Service Centres)
- Shopping, dining, and transport hubs
- Caboolture Historical Village
- Access to D’Aguilar Highway and hinterland touring
8. Moreton Bay Region (Extended Support)
- Redcliffe Peninsula
- Scarborough Marina
- Deception Bay foreshore
- Regional parks, wetlands, and coastal drives
Services Provided
- Local and regional maps
- Brochures for Bribie Island, Pumicestone Passage, and Moreton Bay
- 4WD permit information for Bribie Island National Park
- Advice on beaches, fishing, boating, and marine safety
- Accommodation and dining recommendations
- Weather, tide, and road condition updates
- Tour information (eco‑cruises, kayaking, wildlife tours)
- Souvenirs, local crafts, and regional products
Summary
The Bribie Island Visitor Information Centre is the accredited hub for Bribie Island and the Pumicestone Passage, supporting visitors exploring Bongaree, Woorim, the national park, and the surrounding marine environment. With strong local knowledge of beaches, 4WD areas, wildlife, and coastal touring, it is the key information point for the entire Bribie Island region and the northern Moreton Bay coastline.