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Join \u003Ca title=\"Keppel Dive and Water Sports\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-5d675af764624ec55b7b446f-keppel-dive-and-water-sports\" target=\"_self\"\u003EKeppel Dive and Water Sports\u003C/a\u003E for a guided jet-ski tour, hire a kayak or snorkel, or take to the skies with \u003Ca title=\"Rockhampton Helicopters\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-5fc44edb84bea7a815087b6c-rockhampton-helicopters\"\u003ERockhampton Helicopters\u003C/a\u003E for a bird’s-eye view of the Keppel Island group.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Visit during the shoulder seasons (April to May or September to October) for warm weather, calmer conditions and fewer crowds.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ELady Elliot Island\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Manta rays, diving and eco stays\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Lady Elliot Island\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/Lady-Elliot-Island\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELady Elliot Island\u003C/a\u003E is where the Southern Great Barrier Reef really shows off. Famous for manta rays, crystal-clear water and thriving coral gardens, this eco-resort island is home to more than 20 spectacular dive sites, including the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/severance-shipwreck-dive-site\" title=\"Severence Shipwreck\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESeverance Shipwreck\u003C/a\u003E and the coral bommies known as the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/three-pyramids\" title=\"Three Pyramids\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThree Pyramids\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Visit between May and August for the best chance of spotting manta rays gliding through the reef.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EPumpkin Island\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Private island escapes and unplugging\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEver wanted to rent your own island? Tiny-but-mighty \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25f4ad5f1565045da2288-pumpkin-island\" title=\"Pumpkin Island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPumpkin Island\u003C/a\u003E delivers castaway vibes without the billionaire budget. Off the coast of Yeppoon, this eco-friendly hideaway swaps crowds for solar-powered beach cottages, turquoise water and total peace and quiet.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Book well ahead during school holidays — there are only a handful of cottages on the island.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ELady Musgrave Island\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Beginner snorkelling and reef day trips\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFloating within a turquoise lagoon on the Southern Great Barrier Reef, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d557b935fbe730dba9a-lady-musgrave-island\" title=\"Lady Musgrave Island\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELady Musgrave\u003C/a\u003E is a dream for snorkellers, divers and day-trippers alike. The 44-acre coral cay is surrounded by calm water and vibrant reef life, with world-class dive sites like Napoleon’s Wall, Entrance Bommies and the famous \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-599a2c9f1be90408180358a7-musgrave-dropoff\" title=\"Musgrave drop off\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMusgrave Drop Off\u003C/a\u003E all nearby.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E If you’re prone to seasickness, choose a calmer weather day for the boat ride out — the lagoon itself is beautifully sheltered once you arrive.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EWilson Island\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Adults-only luxury and digital detoxes\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETiny, tranquil and wonderfully off-grid, \u003Ca href=\"/content/teq//au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/why-you-need-to-visit-wilson-island-this-weekend.html\" title=\"Reasons to visit Wilson Island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWilson Island\u003C/a\u003E is the kind of place where shoes become optional, and your daily schedule revolves around snorkelling, sunset drinks and afternoon naps. With just nine safari-style eco tents tucked behind the dunes, this adults-only island escape feels blissfully private.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E There’s no Wi-Fi or mobile reception on the island, so let everyone know you’re going off-grid before you arrive.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EHeron Island\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Diving, turtles and reef access from shore\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"/content/teq/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone/heron-island.html\" title=\"Heron Island\"\u003EHeron Island\u003C/a\u003E is a paradise for divers, snorkellers and wildlife lovers, with reef adventures starting just metres from shore. Beneath the surface, you’ll find the island’s famous Coral Canyons — an underwater maze of coral walls, gutters and marine life — while above water, turtles, reef sharks and seabirds steal the spotlight.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Bring reef shoes for exploring the coral shoreline at low tide — your feet will thank you later.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"spacer_1104288521_co_1916221843":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"small",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"image_1623073437":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2022_BDB_LadyMusgraveExperience_Turtles_MarineLIfeExperiences_MarkFitz_149290.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2022_BDB_LadyMusgraveExperience_Turtles_MarineLIfeExperiences_MarkFitz_149290.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b265c87b935fbe730e4d88-lady-musgrave-experience","alt":"Couple watching the baby turtles (hatchlings) make their way from the beach to the water, on Lady Musgrave Island with Lady Musgrave Experience","srcUriTemplate":"/gb/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/30-things-to-do-southern-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1623073437.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1779621538996/2022-bdb-ladymusgraveexperience-turtles-marinelifeexperiences-markfitz-149290.jpeg","uuid":"0a76ca24-3859-450b-9365-59ff16dd3c19","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Lady Musgrave Experience, Bundaberg, Southern Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_1096938619":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Nature\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003ENature and wildlife\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBeyond the reef, the region is packed with turtle encounters, rainforest walks, rugged national parks and wildlife-filled adventures.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"text_671922756":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EMon Repos\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Turtle encounters and family wildlife experiences\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Southern Great Barrier Reef is turtle territory, and \u003Ca href=\"/content/teq/gb/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/turtles/turtles-on-the-southern-great-barrier-reef.html\" title=\"Where to see turtles on the Southern Great Barrier Reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMon Repos\u003C/a\u003E is one of the best places in Australia to see the magic up close. \u003Cb\u003EFrom November to March\u003C/b\u003E, visitors can watch endangered turtles nest on the beach before tiny hatchlings make their dash to the ocean under the stars — a wildlife experience straight out of a David Attenborough documentary.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Book your Mon Repos tour well in advance during peak turtle season, especially around Christmas and school holidays.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EByfield National Park\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E 4WD adventures and remote camping\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJust 30 minutes north of Yeppoon, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/byfield-national-park-conservation-park-and-state-forest\" title=\"Byfield National Park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EByfield National Park\u003C/a\u003E is an adventure-lover’s playground packed with towering sand dunes, rugged 4WD tracks, rainforest pockets and remote beaches. Spend your days paddling along Water Park Creek, hiking through pine forests or tackling the famous red sand tracks by four-wheel drive.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E The soft sand tracks can be challenging, so lower your tyre pressure before heading into the national park.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ECania National Park\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Hiking and sandstone scenery\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHidden inland from the coast, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25efb2cbcbe7073ad897e-cania-gorge-national-park\" title=\"Cania National Park\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECania National Park\u003C/a\u003E is all sandstone cliffs, peaceful walking trails and ancient natural beauty. Explore dramatic escarpments, spot rock wallabies and wedge-tailed eagles, and discover Aboriginal rock art believed to date back thousands of years.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Stay overnight at the nearby campground to experience the park at sunrise, when wildlife is most active.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EPaperbark Trail (Temporarily closed)\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Short walks and nature lovers\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor a walk that feels like stepping into a storybook, head to the \u003Ca title=\"Paperbark Trail\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/journeys/p-56b265b4d5f1565045da8ce8-paperbark-trail\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPaperbark Trail\u003C/a\u003E in \u003Ca title=\"Agnes Water\" href=\"/content/teq/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone/agnes-water-and-town-of-1770.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAgnes Water\u003C/a\u003E. This short stroll winds across stepping stones and through towering paperbark trees, creating a dreamy little pocket of nature that feels worlds away from the beach.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Check local park alerts before visiting, as the trail is currently temporarily closed.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"spacer_1104288521_co_4808196":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"small",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"image_1273569205":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2019_BDB_BundabergRumDistillery_CityExperiences_CourtneyAtkinson_140853.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2019_BDB_BundabergRumDistillery_CityExperiences_CourtneyAtkinson_140853.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d4caeeeaaf773cef364-bundaberg-rum-visitor-experience","alt":"Guests enjoying a tasting experience at the Bundaberg Rum Experience","srcUriTemplate":"/gb/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/30-things-to-do-southern-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1273569205.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1779621539034/2019-bdb-bundabergrumdistillery-cityexperiences-courtneyatkinson-140853.jpeg","uuid":"bbda7509-46b8-415e-a222-bb59e89e13d7","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Bundaberg Rum Experience, Bundaberg, Southern Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_671922756_copy":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Dine\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EFood and drink\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFresh local produce, famous rum and farmgate experiences make the Southern Great Barrier Reef a surprisingly good foodie destination.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"text6e5e74fc-afd3-4af7-9877-7790935fc2ac":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EBundaberg Rum Distillery\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Distillery tours and local drinks\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can’t visit Bundaberg without stopping by its most famous export. At the  \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d4caeeeaaf773cef364-bundaberg-rum-visitor-experience\" title=\"Bundaberg Rum Distillery\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBundaberg Rum Distillery\u003C/a\u003E, learn how the iconic spirit is made, tour the working site and sample award-winning blends that have earned global bragging rights at the World Rum Awards.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAnd while Bundy is best known for rum, the region’s drinks scene doesn’t stop there. Nearby, boutique distillery \u003Ca title=\"Kalki Moon Distilling and Brewing Company\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-5ddc88e4ee730f5619564cff-kalki-moon-distilling-and-brewing-company\"\u003EKalki Moon\u003C/a\u003E is shaking things up with small-batch gin, vodka and liqueurs worth adding to your tasting itinerary.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Book the behind-the-scenes distillery tour if you want access to exclusive tastings and limited-release rums.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EMacadamias Australia\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Farmgate produce and foodie stops\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBundaberg’s famous macadamia country is best experienced with a snack in hand. At \u003Ca title=\"Macadamias Australia Visitor Experience\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-628ee341408fbe4d022aa238-macadamias-australia-visitor-experience\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMacadamias Australia\u003C/a\u003E, you can wander the orchard, sample locally grown macadamias fresh from the source and settle into the farm café for coffee and house-made treats.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Don’t leave without trying the flavoured macadamias — they make an easy road-trip snack or souvenir.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ETinaberries\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Strawberry picking and sweet treats\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESweet tooth? \u003Ca title=\"Tinaberries\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5eab8113c5682af240ed7505-tinaberries\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETinaberries\u003C/a\u003E is your excuse to pull over. Wander through strawberry fields, browse the farmgate produce store and cool off with homemade strawberry ice cream that’s become something of a local legend.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Visit during strawberry season for the freshest fruit and the fullest shelves of berry-filled treats.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"spacer_1104288521_co_1846414508":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"small",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"image_98577963":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/web-images/2022_GLD_AgnesWater_1770LarcTour1.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/web-images/2022_GLD_AgnesWater_1770LarcTour1.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25d8a7b935fbe730dc002-1770-larc-tours","alt":"Aerial of a 1770 LARC! Tour on the water","srcUriTemplate":"/gb/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/30-things-to-do-southern-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_98577963.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1779621539090/2022-gld-agneswater-1770larctour1.jpeg","uuid":"2965257d-064c-442f-848e-9dc26b96adf8","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"1770 LARC! Tours, Gladstone, Southern Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text6e5e74fc_afd3_4a":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Adventure\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EAdventure\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhether you’re sandboarding, kayaking or riding an amphibious pink vehicle, adventure comes easy on the Southern Great Barrier Reef.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"text_2031018601":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E1770 LARC!\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Quirky adventures and families\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPart boat, part bus and completely unforgettable, the bright pink \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25d8a7b935fbe730dc002-1770-larc-tours\" title=\"1770 LARC! Tours\" target=\"_self\"\u003E1770 LARC!\u003C/a\u003E is one of the quirkiest ways to explore the Southern Great Barrier Reef coastline. The amphibious adventure rolls across beaches, splashes through tidal creeks and climbs sand dunes on its way to historic Bustard Head Lighthouse — one of the oldest working lighthouses in Australia. Along the way, expect sandboarding, coastal views and plenty of laughs.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Sit near the front if you want the full splash-zone experience during creek crossings.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E1770 Liquid Adventures\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Sunset kayaking and scenic paddling\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESunset hits differently from the water, especially when you’re paddling through the calm waterways of Agnes Water and 1770. Join \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b26022aeeeaaf773cf2cea-1770-liquid-adventures\" title=\"1770 Liquid Adventures\" target=\"_self\"\u003E1770 Liquid Adventures\u003C/a\u003E for a guided sunset kayak tour around the headland and conservation park, where golden skies, local history and the occasional dolphin sighting steal the show.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Bring a waterproof phone pouch — you’ll want your camera handy when the sky starts putting on a show.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"spacer_1104288521_co_1541127092":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"small",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"image_997281174":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/capricorn/blog-images/Capricorn Caves","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/capricorn/blog-images/Capricorn Caves","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d4d2880253d74c44a01-capricorn-caves","alt":"A tour group entering Capricorn Caves with a guide","srcUriTemplate":"/gb/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/30-things-to-do-southern-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_997281174.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1779621539146/capricorn-caves.jpeg","uuid":"8555f405-aec6-4dbf-ae48-81093f54ff55","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Capricorn Caves, Capricorn, Southern Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_2031018601_copy":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Culture\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EHistory and culture\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAncient caves, outback gemfields and proud country towns reveal a different side of the Southern Great Barrier Reef.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"text_484509144":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003ECapricorn Caves\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Cave tours and ancient geology\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBeneath the Capricorn Coast lies a maze of ancient limestone caves packed with dramatic rock formations, hidden fossils and cathedral-like chambers. Join a guided tour through \u003Ca title=\"Capricorn Caves\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d4d2880253d74c44a01-capricorn-caves\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECapricorn Caves\u003C/a\u003E to uncover stories dating back millions of years, then test the incredible acoustics inside the famous Cathedral Chamber.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Bring a light jacket — the caves stay cool year-round, even during a Queensland summer.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ERockhampton\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Country pubs, steak and heritage charm\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWith more than 3.5 million head of cattle in the surrounding region, \u003Ca title=\"Rockhampton\" href=\"/content/teq/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn/rockhampton.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERockhampton\u003C/a\u003E proudly wears the crown as Australia’s Beef Capital. Beyond the giant bull statues and legendary steak scene, you’ll find heritage architecture, riverside dining and the famous triennial Beef Week celebrations, which draw visitors from across the country.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Time your visit with Beef Week if you can — the city comes alive with rodeos, events and country hospitality.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ESapphire\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Fossicking experiences\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESwap the coastline for an inland adventure and try your luck fossicking in \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25ea92cbcbe7073ad83a6-sapphire\" title=\"Town of Sapphire\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESapphire\u003C/a\u003E, home to the largest sapphire gemfields in the Southern Hemisphere. With wide-open landscapes and 900 square kilometres of gem country to explore, this tiny Central Queensland town gives visitors the chance to uncover their very own sparkling souvenir.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Most fossicking parks hire equipment on-site, so you can try your luck without bringing your own gear.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"spacer_1104288521_co":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"small",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"image_518140477":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/corporate/images/industry/accessible-tourism/152700-19.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/corporate/images/industry/accessible-tourism/152700-19.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5af52766754ab4b154da154d-yeppoon-lagoon","alt":"Two children running out into Yeppoon Laggon with views out to the Keppel Islands","srcUriTemplate":"/gb/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/30-things-to-do-southern-great-barrier-reef/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_518140477.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1779621539184/152700-19.jpeg","uuid":"402b6e54-1e4a-45b9-acb5-3c594d0010d7","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Yeppoon Lagoon, Capricorn, Southern Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_484509144_copy":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Ca id=\"Coast\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003ECoast\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom laidback beach towns to palm-lined foreshores, the Southern Great Barrier Reef’s coastline is made for slow days by the water.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"text_1479150248":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EBargara\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Relaxed beach holidays and families\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJust 15 minutes from Bundaberg, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b263ca7b935fbe730e34c9-bargara-beach\" title=\"Bagara Beach\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBargara\u003C/a\u003E is the kind of beach town that makes slowing down feel easy. With year-round swimming weather, oceanfront cafés and a relaxed coastal vibe, it’s a favourite for families, beach walkers and anyone chasing a quieter seaside escape. Spend the day hopping between surf beaches, calm swimming spots and the scenic Bargara foreshore.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETop tip:\u003C/b\u003E Pack your swimmers even in winter — the water stays surprisingly inviting year-round.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EYeppoon\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Coastal cafés and exploring the Capricorn Coast\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWith its palm-lined foreshore, buzzing cafés and easygoing coastal charm, \u003Ca href=\"/content/teq/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn/yeppoon.html\" title=\"Yeppoon\" target=\"_self\"\u003EYeppoon\u003C/a\u003E is the perfect base for exploring the Capricorn Coast. 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