Family-friendly glamping near Bundaberg

Combine beach, bush, and national park camping to see nesting turtles on the Great Barrier Reef.

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Gumtree Dam Highlands

12 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents25 acres · Abington, QLD
We welcome you to our peaceful farm retreat. Each site has lots of room and a fire pit, there is potable water available and porta loos, shower too made out of a horse float, which is for guests who are not self-contained. Have a look though it is quite cute. We have 7 gorgeous Scottish Highlands, the Scottish folk pronounce it "Heilen Coos" so that's how we say it, I'm not spelling it wrong 🤩😆You'll meet Kelvin the Scottish Highland Bull, Oakley her calf Lucy, Willow and her calf Ferdinand (Ferdi), and our new additions Dusty and Maddi, they can be both fun and relaxing to watch doing zoomies around the yard, swimming in the dam or chilling under a tree 😁 Keep in mind from December to March we have hot, rainy summers. For the adventurous campers who use swags/tents, we suggest a stretcher and a gazebo with walls for a little comfort. Some areas need 4wd also. Check in is after 1pm and check out is strictly before 10.30am, we promise you will get your 'Heilen Coo' fix 😝 We have Souvineers and firewood please bring cash 😍 Be mindful around all animals as they get to know you, be smart please. Kids can bring bikes, must be supervised at all times, no screaming or running. Pets are welcome, we have 2 dogs Jesse and Cane, who are both very friendly. Our Maremma is an Italian breed of livestock gaurdian dog, he does bark a little at night to protect our pets, which goes hand in hand with all of our other farm noises 😉 Our Neighbours have fish farms, you may hear the odd gun go off, just to scare the shags away from feeding in the ponds. It's totally safe. Feel free to put on some music and have a few drinks by the campfire, but we want our farm to be a place where our animals and our guests feel safe and relaxed, so we do not accommodate noisy parties. Relax and unwind with a book or go for a bush walk and listen to the kookaburras. Watch Sea Eagles, pelican, wild budgies, rainbow lorikeet and more. All your cares will feel like they are a million miles away as you soak up nature, we guarantee you will have an amazing experience. 6 Kms in at our historic Childers there is a Woolworths, IGA, great pubs for lunch, cafes and bakeries, plus a swimming pool, museum, snakes down under and Woodgate beach 25 mins away.
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JJJ'S Ranch Farm Stay South Kolan Q

12 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents25 acres · Bundaberg, QLD
Address 635 Birthamba Rd, South Kolan QLD, Relax with the whole family and invite your friends and stay on this 25-acre farm stay. We have a variety of animals to see like alpacas, miniature horse, donkeys etc, come meet Peppa pig and a very cheeky Cockatoo named Charlie. Long and short stays welcome. Our property is situated on 25 acres in beautiful South Kolan, enjoy the peace and quiet and enjoy the farm animals. We are just 25 minutes to Bundaberg or Gin Gin. 5 minutes to 2 local pubs, service stations and local shop. Plenty of beaches, rivers and entertainment in the local area. If you are looking for somewhere fun for all the family you've come to the right place. Come and be blessed, enjoy our little piece of paradise. Bring your boat, kayaks, fishing rods, push bikes, surfboards etc. As the local surrounds hosts lots to do. Caravan parking available, plenty of parking out front. Pets welcome as long as they are friendly and do not chase or harm farm animals. Dogs must stay on leashes or tied up (NO FREE ROAMING) All animal droppings must be picked up please.
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Family-friendly glamping near Bundaberg guide

Overview

With day trips to the Great Barrier Reef’s Lady Musgrave and Lady Eliot islands, Bundaberg is a terrific low-key home base for any camping trip. Set between the coast and inland sugar cane fields, the town is green with parks, gardens, and vineyards, many within striking distance of the Burnett River, which cuts through Bundaberg. Six national parks are within easy reach, including the sandstone wilderness of Cania Gorge National Park and the wetlands of Burrum Coast National Park.

When to go

Bundaberg is busiest between November and March during the turtle nesting season, but it pays to book campsites as early as possible for any holiday periods. Another good time to visit is July to November, when the waters off Bundaberg come alive with humpback whales as thousands migrate north to mate and give birth, then take the return journey to Antarctica. Bundaberg weather is warm and temperate year-round.

Know before you go

  • Camping permits are required for all Queensland parks, forests, and reserves, and all must be booked online and paid for before arrival. Make camping bookings as early as possible, especially for dates around Christmas. 
  • Remember to pack sunscreen—the Queensland sun can be fierce. If you are heading to the islands to snorkel or dive, check out sunscreens that won’t damage the coral reefs (those that don’t contain oxybenzone or BP-3). 
  • Book as far ahead as possible for turtle encounters at Mon Repos Conservation Park. Numbers are limited and a waiting list operates most years. On the night of your tour, be prepared to wait up to two hours for turtles to appear on the beach and for your turn to come. It’s worth it!
  • Bundaberg has all the facilities you’ll need to stock up before heading to your camping area, as well as a post office, bank, and car hire companies.

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