Bargara Tourist Information Centre

Name: Bargara Visitor Information Centre
Accreditation: Fully accredited VIC
Address: 1 Bauer Street, Bargara QLD 4670
Phone: (07) 4130 4400
Opening Hours: Typically 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (seasonal variations)
Type: Accredited Visitor Information Centre
Region: Bargara / Coral Coast / Bundaberg Region / Southern Great Barrier Reef

What Area It Caters For

1. Bargara (Primary Area)

  • Bargara Beach and foreshore

  • Kellys Beach and Nielson Park

  • Bargara Esplanade cafés, shops and parks

  • Coastal walking and cycling paths

  • Snorkelling, swimming and family‑friendly beaches

2. Mon Repos Turtle Centre

  • Turtle nesting and hatchling season (Nov–Mar)

  • Conservation programs and guided tours

  • Mon Repos Conservation Park walking tracks

  • Coastal ecosystems and interpretive displays

3. Innes Park & Coral Cove

  • Innes Park coastal reserve

  • Coral Cove dive and snorkel sites

  • Rocky headlands, tidal pools and fishing spots

  • Quiet residential coastal communities

4. Burnett Heads & Port of Bundaberg

  • Burnett Heads Lighthouse

  • Port Marina precinct

  • Access point for Lady Musgrave Island reef tours

  • Coastal lookouts and fishing areas

5. Bundaberg City & Surrounds

  • Bundaberg CBD attractions

  • Bundaberg Botanic Gardens

  • Hinkler Hall of Aviation

  • Bundaberg Rum Distillery

  • Burnett River foreshore

  • Suburbs including Avoca, Thabeban, Avenell Heights and Kensington

6. Southern Great Barrier Reef Access

  • Lady Musgrave Island

  • Reef cruises, snorkelling and diving

  • Marine conservation experiences

  • Eco‑tourism operators departing from Bundaberg Port

7. Regional Touring Routes

  • Bundaberg–Childers touring corridor

  • Rural hinterland drives (Sharon, South Kolan, Gin Gin)

  • Coastal touring between Bargara, Elliott Heads and Woodgate Beach

Services Provided

  • Local and regional visitor information

  • Maps, brochures and touring guides

  • Reef tour bookings (Lady Musgrave Island)

  • Turtle season information and Mon Repos access guidance

  • Accommodation and activity referrals

  • Event information and community updates

  • Souvenirs and local products

  • Advice on coastal access, walking tracks and regional touring routes

Summary

The Bargara Visitor Information Centre is the accredited coastal VIC for the Bundaberg Region, supporting visitors exploring Bargara, Mon Repos, Innes Park, Coral Cove, Burnett Heads and the Southern Great Barrier Reef. It provides comprehensive visitor services, maps, tour bookings, turtle season guidance and regional travel information.

The Bargara Tourist Information Centre assists with the following areas

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