📍Lady Elliot Island Day Tour (From Bundaberg): An Honest Review Of The Spectacular Great Barrier Reef Coral Cay.
LOOKING FOR AN IN-DEPTH REVIEW OF THE LADY ELLIOT ISLAND DAY TOUR?
Lady Elliot Island is a spectacular coral cay and the southernmost island of the magnificent Great Barrier Reef, the most complex and biodiverse marine ecosystem in the world, occupying a massive 348,700 km2 of ocean off Queensland’s extensive coastline.
Renowned for its incredible snorkelling opportunities to see majestic sea turtles and friendly reef sharks in its glistening aquamarine and azure blue waters, you can visit this outstanding ecological hotspot from 5 top-notch south coast destinations: Bundaberg, Hervey Bay, Agnes Waters/1770, Brisbane (Redcliffe) and the Gold Coast.
I visited this breathtaking place from the Rum Capital of Australia and home of the largest turtle nesting site on the mainland, Bundaberg, for a day trip in mid-November for my birthday. Here’s a comprehensive run-down of everything I loved about my visit, plus a few things I didn’t like about this unforgettable experience.
Lady Elliot Island Day Tour From Bundaberg.
- Southernmost coral cay of the Great Barrier Reef.
- Snorkel with majestic sea turtles & reef sharks.
- Includes 25 min return scenic flight.
Lady Elliot Island Day Tour: Review Overview.
In this detailed review of my day tour to Lady Elliot Island, I highlight all my favourite aspects of visiting the Great Barrier Reef’s southernmost coral cay with this all-inclusive guided experience, whilst not forgetting to mention the areas where I felt it could use improvement.
I cover aspects such as the island, the activities, the wildlife and the staff and amenities, before concluding with my overall thoughts and whether I thought it was the tour was money well spent.
Is Lady Elliot Island Worth Visiting?
Yes! Lady Elliot Island is absolutely worth visiting. It is the Great Barrier Reef’s southernmost coral cay and is surrounded by a spectacular lagoon that harbours an abundance of unique and complex coral formations and rich marine biodiversity that the world’s largest underwater ecosystem is globally renowned for.
Is A Lady Elliot Island Day Tour Worth It?
Hell Yes! A day tour to this spectacular remote island to snorkel with sea turtles, reef sharks and schools of colourful fish is 100% worth it. Although it is unquestionably expensive, the all-inclusive trip is a phenomenal way for people to experience one of Australia’s most iconic and ecologically significant landscapes, especially if they only have a day available.
With 5 different departure points in Queensland between Agnes Waters and the Gold Coast, it also makes it incredibly accessible for people who have the Great Barrier Reef on their bucket list but are unable to visit one of the several gateways, such as Cairns, the Whitsundays and Bundaberg.
Lady Elliot Island Day Tour From Bundaberg.
- Southernmost coral cay of the Great Barrier Reef.
- Snorkel with majestic sea turtles & reef sharks.
- Includes a 25 minute return scenic flight.
Check-In & Flight.
I opted to visit Lady Elliot Island from Bundaberg, Check-in for the private flight was at the Bundaberg Regional Airport, a few kilometres west of the CBD. The schedule asked for me to be at the Qantas building 15 minutes before the 8.00 am departure.
✔️ Pros.
- The airport is lovely with humble modern architecture and facilities, plus had gorgeous well-maintained gardens, making it feel welcoming.
- A parking space was found straightaway as no one else was there when I arrived.
- Finding the QANTAS building was easy because it’s the left building and is clearly marked.
- The checking-in process was very quick, easy and informal with no weighing of bags or security screenings. It just showed them confirmation documents and checked into the Airport and Lady Elliot Island on the Queensland COVID Check-In App (this was 2021). Then it was right on through to the departure lounge. I love a painless process.
- There was no one else inside the airport except for the day trippers in this part of the airport either, which was eerily cool.
- It was only a short wait lounge until the pilot came into the room to announce it was time to leave, which was great.
❌ Cons.
- The QANTAS building was open when I arrived, but it was weird being inside with no one else around and there were no signs to say that this was the meet-up departure point for this day trip, so I wasn’t sure if this was the right QANTAS building. Two ladies arrived shortly after and seemed just as confused as I was and left pretty quickly, I think to ask around. People started showing up not long after, and then luckily only a few minutes behind schedule, the Lady Elliot Island check-in folk arrived.
- Just as a forewarning, there are no toilets inside the check-in area of the building and as great as it was there was little waiting time until it was go-time, there was virtually no time to contemplate whether you needed to pee or not. The answer is don’t contemplate. Go pee. Do your wee, because there’s no pee station on the plane, and you don’t want to be holding everyone up with a last-second dash to the loo!
➡️Flight.
The included flight across to the southernmost coral cay of the Great Barrier Reef from the Bundaberg Regional Airport takes around 25-30 minutes to traverse. After a quick safety briefing, it was time to take to the skies!
✔️ Pros.
- I was glad we could still go as it was pouring down with rain in the early morning, and when I arrived, an impending storm looked like it was going to roll through soon and that trip might get cancelled if the shit decided to hit the fan, but luckily there was a window of opportunity to go around the dangerous looking clouds, so we went for it.
- The little 12-seater was a beautiful-looking plane, and I appreciated that Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort aircraft only subtly showed that it was their private plane and not one that they charter, which was a pleasant surprise as I only realised when I was in my seat looking out the window and saw it on the wing support.
- One side had single seats while the other had pairs, which allowed me to sit by myself while others could sit with their friend or family member.
- The take-off was lovely and smooth, and the aerial view of the landscape of Bundaberg’s coastline was magnificent.
- The pilot told us beforehand that the flight might be turbulent because of the weather and it certainly was. Not long after take-off, the atmospheric conditions caused the plane and subsequentially the passengers to rattle around like a toy in a kid-shaken cereal box. I love it when this happens on flights as it makes things exciting.
- He skillfully navigated the fringes of the threatening cloud system, and the beautiful dark puffs of clouds thinned until we reached nothing but blue sky and a stable atmosphere.
- Viewing the vast oceanic expanse from the sky after flying through all the doom and gloom clouds was lovely.
- My favourite part of the flight was the final approach to Lady Elliot Island. Not only were the aerial views of the only landmass in the visible ocean beautiful, but the circular lagoon surrounding its shores made it even more so with the incredible azure colours associated with shallow reefs framing the gorgeous island. As we circumnavigated Lady Elliot Island for the final approach, the eco-resort, the runway, and the lighthouse became increasingly visible as we descended, allowing for prolonged views of the stunning coral cay.
- The landing and takeoff was rough! The airstrip, which runs the length of the island through the middle is unpaved, with short grass and bald spots, making the plane bouncy around as it ran over the uneven surface.
- I love that the outgoing flight was unintentionally adventurous, adding a fun and exciting element to the trip, but of course, this is all dependent on what the weather is doing on the day.
- Returning was a much smoother flight experience, plus the clouds had cleared.
- Departing Lady Elliot Island and seeing it from above with new-found memories made me appreciate the breathtaking coral cay even more.
- Coming back to Bundaberg, I could see the landscape, the rivers, and the coastline much better.
- All the wonderful views the scenic plane ride offered 100% justified the tour’s expensive price tag as it was the perfect way to start and finish an unforgettable trip exploring Bunaberg’s paradisical island and discover what makes the Great Barrier Reef so magical.
❌ Cons.
- It’s pretty tight in the plane as you would expect from a small 12-seater, and you can understand why they only allow you to take a small bag.
- There were a couple of times when the plane was shaking so roughly for a bit too long that it was slightly concerning. But we weren’t plummeting to the earth, stalling or nose-diving which was reassuring, even though those are all individually great things to experience when it’s done artfully with no ill intentions or fear of death impending during say, aerobatic flights. But it’s that’s just the weather for you.
- Some people may not enjoy the rough landing or takeoff on the unpaved airstrip.
Orientation.
Before we could get on with the exciting stuff on the all-inclusive Lady Elliot Island Day Tour, all passengers had a friendly orientation to get a bearing of the island so we’d know what was happening, where everything was and how to not get hit by incoming planes taxing down the unfenced airstrip that runs down the middle of the island.
✔️ Pros.
- The young, blonde lady from New Zealand who our flight had for orientation was fantastic. She was clear and informative but also super fun, light-hearted, and welcoming. Her energy was joyous, and I could tell her appreciation of her enviable position on this beautiful island. She was also kind, laid back and felt very approachable if you needed to ask her something. AKA, she was perfect for the job.
- We got delicious introductory mocktails to welcome us to the island which we enjoyed under an outdoor patio and where we also signed a form.
- They let us know that the itinerary was flexible and showed us a board of what activities were on offer, which was fantastic as not everyone wants to do the same things and it’s not something you see often. And most were included in the day trip price.
- Another nice touch that made the experience more personal was the locker we were assigned, which had a towel and a lunch voucher inside.
- I certainly felt very welcome which was a huge contrast to the horrible Lady Musgrave Island transfer I had with the Lady Musgrave Experience when I camped at the second southernmost island of the Great Barrier Reef for a week, which also departed from Bundaberg. Ugh!
❌ Cons.
- As great as it is to have the reef shoes provided so you don’t have to bring your own, slipping into shoes others have worn was a bit icky. I wish I hadn’t forgotten to bring my own, as I love wearing these things whenever I go to beaches or wild swimming holes.
Activities.
After completing the formalities, the orientation guide let us go on our way to do whatever we pleased. The itinerary they set for the activities throughout the day was optional, depending on what you wanted to do. You could do a tour with them at an allotted time, or you could go exploring yourself.
➡️Glass Bottom Boat.
The first activity I joined was the Glass Bottom Boat and Snorkelling Tour, which is the one I assume everyone does. After getting some snorkelling equipment at the shack and asking us some questions about how experienced and comfortable we felt wild swimming and snorkelling, it was off to the other side of the island in an oversized custom built trailer.
✔️ Pros.
- I found the Glass Bottom Boat Tour to be more engaging and informative than the Lady Musgrave Experience one.
- The guide who was telling us about the reef was fun and lively, and you could tell she enjoyed her job.
- Special shoutout to the friendly day tripper who recognised me as the camper coming back from the Lady Musgrave Island with the Lady Musgrave Experience a couple of days earlier who was also doing this tour! He helped me transition aboard the Glass Bottom Boat and off again so that I wouldn’t accidentally fall into the water with my DSLR.
❌ Cons.
- Glass Bottom Boat tours aren’t my cup of tea. While I enjoyed learning about the reef, I don’t find them very interesting visually. You don’t see much of the reef
- Basically, the only animals we saw were some small fish and a long, translucent sea slug. Plus, it’s not the clearest.
- I also find doing these types of activities disassociating. It was like watching an underwater video or movie, where we were seeing it but not engaging with it. It was odd but that’s of course, not to say you won’t enjoy it, especially if you want to see the reefs but don’t want to get in the water.
➡️Snorkelling.
After a pleasant, laid-back session of observing what lurked beneath the surface of the water from the safety of the Glass Bottom Boat, it was time to float facedown with the fishies. There was a quick briefing about where we could snorkel and how to use the anchored rope if you wished before they let us loose in the ocean.
I also did a solo snorkel later, which I will also include in this segment.
✔️ Pros.
- Snorkelling was the highlight of visiting Lady Elliot Island because it’s what most people come to see. The magnificent Great Barrier Reef and it delivered in spades. It was unforgettably magical.
- Sitting on the grates outside the boat with our legs in the ocean was fun and allowed us to choose when we went in, rather than everyone being in a line to go out and feeling pressure to get in straightaway because people were waiting behind.
- It was also good because despite being visiting in late spring, the lagoon was cold! Yes, okay. I’ll admit, I’m a little fragile when it comes to cold water. Can I crunch on ice all day and eat ice blocks all winter long? Yes. Hell Yes. However, subjecting my entire body to frigid, external temperatures, that’s a whole ‘nother ball game. The grate allowed you to build up some gusto and go when you wanted to. And hey, after that initial shock factor, it wasn’t so bad. Plus, I got to talk to a couple of friendly women while doing so, which was awesome.
- Exploring the world underneath felt so foreign, as does the sensation of having one’s head underwater for an extended time with clear vision and breathability. The inability to vocalise thoughts and interact with others while face down in the water allowed the experience to be even more captivating and otherworldly.
- There were plenty of breathtaking ultra-complex coral systems, including intricate formations and impressive arches, which were astounding to see in every direction.
- I saw a multitude of marine species, from tiny, colourful fish and larger ones less vibrant, so populating the waters like an aquarium, snorkelling the waters off Lady Elliot Island was elegantly magical.
- Two of the bucket list things to sea in Lady Elliot Island’s lagoon are sea turtles and reef sharks, which didn’t seem like it was going to happen before we had to head back in. But one minute before the bell rang to signify us to return to the boat, a majestic Hawkesbury turtle appeared followed shortly after by a sleek, easily distinguishable black-tip reef shark! Whoo!
- I saw that the friendly tour guides were excellent helping the new-to-snorkelling folks on how to swim and breathe face down effectively on the boat before they moved to the grates and eventually the water. They also had the option to use the pool noodles to help them feel more buoyant and comfortable.
- If you’re worried that they might leave without you, which is a legitimate concern (the movie, Open Water, anyone?) Fear not, they have you sign off a piece of paper to say you went snorkelling and that you came back so they’ll know if you didn’t. Plus, the premise of that movie was way out at sea with no land for miles, whereas this excursion is just offshore and reachable to swim back to for most people.
- The snorkeling session in the morning with the Glass Bottom Boat tour was much easier, calmer, and clearer. But I at least got to see a groper when I went into the afternoon that I hadn’t seen earlier.
❌ Cons.
- The morning Glass Bottom Boat & Snorkelling Tour ran a bit overtime making us late for lunch.
- When I went out on my own to go snorkelling, despite being to head out when the Glass Bottom Boat had gone out, I went to the deeper channel where they pass as I’d seen other people doing earlier after unsuccessfully trying to get out away from the boat landing area. But another Glass Bottom Boat was heading in while the choppiness of the water pushed me into the channel. Awkward. Thankfully, the tour guide standing on the beach who was taking the people out to catch that boat politely let me know and didn’t make me feel bad for being, which I appreciated.
- When that boat had gone back out, I was finally able to head out past the rocks to the deeper water where the reef was and the bigger creatures lurked. It was a bit rough causing the clarity to be terrible, so it wasn’t as pleasant a snorkelling experience.
➡️Reef Walk.
Of the optional activities on offer, I choose the Reef Walk, where you get taken around the shallows of the lagoon and they teach you about the secrets of the Barrier Reef while showing you some of the creatures and coral formations that live there.
✔️ Pros.
- We had the option to use the supplied supporting sticks so we were less likely to topple over the uneven surface of the lagoon and onto the coral.
- The guide was the same NZ lady I had for the orientation and just like that introduction, she was fantastic. Present and engaging, she had a great sense of humour and was fun, exuberant and approachable and I admired her for her insuppressible passion and knowledge for the Great Barrier Reef.
- I learnt about coral formations and how coral doesn’t affect the southern expanse of the 348,700 km 2 marine ecosystem as much as the northern parts.
- We saw plenty of sea cucumbers lying on the bottom, where we learnt that the more of these guys there are, the healthier the reef is which is great to hear.
- There was also a vibrant coloured blue starfish hiding in coral that we spotted.
- It was only a small group of 8, so there was lots of time for questions and answers.
- One of the people was the guy who helped me transition on and off the Glass Bottom Boat so that I wouldn’t fall walking through the water with my DSLR, so it was cool to have a friendly face doing this tour too.
❌ Cons.
- I couldn’t finish my lunch as the Glass Bottom Boat & Snorkelling Tour finished late and the Reef Walk overlapped the end of lunch.
- At the itinerary board where you were to meet for all tours, no one was there. I had to ask the New Zealand lady who did the orientation if this was the right place. She said it was but seemed confused what was supposed to be happening too. But as more people gathered for the Reef Walk, she took it upon herself to lead the tour.
- While I thought she was great at the job, this tour didn’t light my wick.
- It felt a little school excursion-y, and while it was interesting, it went for too long, and I had trouble focusing. It just wasn’t my thing, which is not a reflection on how it was run, which was great, but I think it’s more catered for younger, inquisitive minds just learning about the sea than me.
- I wasn’t a fan of picking up a sea cucumber out of its environment so we could touch it, so I didn’t do that.
Lunch.
After exchanging the lunch voucher they gave you in your locker for a plate at the bar, you can have select your food from the several buffet options.
✔️ Pros.
- I loved that there was some vegan (also vegetarian) options and that were weren’t all just straight boiled or roasted vegetables. I can’t remember what the sauced dish was in the picture below, but I remember that it was really tasty, along with the flavoured rice beside it.
- Those friendly ladies who talked to me on the grate on the Glass Bottom Boat kindly invited me to eat with them, which was so nice of them. One of them even read the options for me as I had lost my glasses camping on Lady Musgrave Island days earlier.
❌ Cons.
- The Glass Bottom Boat & Snorkelling Tour ran a bit over.
- I really enjoyed chatting with them until I realised that the optional activity I put my name down for was starting soon, so I didn’t have time to finish. Man, I was hungry. Damn it!
Island, Amenities & Other Inclusions.
While I didn’t get to spend a lot of time exploring the resort as I wasn’t staying overnight and there were plenty of things to keep me occupied elsewhere, I can’t comment on the whole place, just the areas that I was able to see.
✔️ Pros.
- Everything from the island, resort and reef was impeccably clean and well maintained with no rubbish anywhere.
- The feel and atmosphere walking around the resort were light and airy, perfectly complementing the island vibe.
- I loved the lighthouse. It was such a striking landmark on the island.
- The reef is enchanting and magical to explore. It was brimming with sea life that it was delightful and mesmerising at every glance. The Tiny, brightly coloured and patterned fishes, Hawkesbury turtles and a reef shark were some of the marine animals I was the most thrilled to swim alongside.
- The trailer theme of the trailer that they used to take us around the island was great too.
❌ Cons.
- The unpaved runway right down the middle of the island was a rough-looking eyesore, both coming into land and traversing across it.
- The small gift shop had some lovely souvenirs, but I think they could have a bigger and better range. That said, I love my Velco stubby holder and magnet.
- I did trip over the raised step coming outside from the locker room. I feel flat on my face which would have been hilarious to see. Shout out to the people who helped me up.
Staff.
The staff on Lady Elliot Island were fantastic. The most outstanding person I interacted with was the young, blonde New Zealand woman. Not only was she all of the above, but she was also approachable, and joyful and had such a fun-loving presence that was infectious. You couldn’t help but smile and enjoy the experience that much more when she was leading the rat pack. It was clear she was passionate about her job and relished every moment. She was a joy to be around and perfect for the gig. All in all, I felt well looked after.
✔️ Pros.
- I had many interactions with the staff on Lady Elliot Island and they were all excellent: friendly approachable and knowledgeable.
- The most outstanding person was the young, blonde New Zealand woman. Not only was she all of the above, but she was also so approachable, joyful and had such a fun-loving presence that was infectious. You couldn’t help but smile and enjoy the experience that much more when she was leading the rat pack. It was clear she was passionate about her job and relished every moment. She was a joy to be around and perfect for the gig. All in all, I felt well looked after.
- The lady doing the commentary on the Glass Bottom Boat Tour also had a similar vibe and energy and you could also tell she had a great time doing what she was doing.
- These kinds of people who make it clear that they have a love and passion for their job translate into a much more memorable and elevated experience for tourists like myself to gush about to their friends and family and audience like I am doing here, so great job to Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort for hiring the best staff I’ve come across.
❌ Cons.
- There are no cons, they were fantastic.
Overall Experience.
The day tour to the Great Barrier Reef’s southernmost island was phenomenal. I thoroughly enjoyed many aspects of it, with the reigning highlights being the spectacular scenic flight that involved circling around the gorgeous coral cay before coming into land and seeing a Hawkesbury turtle, black tip reef shark, gropers, and a school of grey fish huddled together, plus plenty of complex coral formations while snorkelling and plenty of sea cucumbers and some bright blue starfish, during a guided tour of the shallows.
I also loved I was well catered to and didn’t need to bring or do much as it was mostly included and supplied. The only thing that I’ll deduct points slightly for is that it the activities were slightly behind schedule with the reef tour haphazardly organised. Beyond that, it was excellent.
Plus, because the staff were so clearly enthusiastic about their jobs and the reef, their passion and joy really shone through, making an already magical experience resonate that much more and I left feeling giddy with excitement from the new memories I had made.
Would I Do A Day Tour Of Lady Elliot Island Again?
Absolutely. It was such an incredible way to spend my birthday. I got to experience some amazing things that will stay with me for the rest of my life, such as swimming above the Hawkesbury turtles, chasing the black tip reef shark and flying over the coral cay. Plus, the staff were so wonderfully kind, and so were the other day’s guests, it was just a phenomenal experience overall and certainly one of the best things to do in Bundaberg.
However, if I can afford to go again, I would like to stay overnight on the island’s eco-resort during turtle hatching season, rather than just visiting for the day so I can watch the tiny little babies escape from their warm sandy dens and head forth towards the ocean to live out the rest of their adorable little lives, which would be a great compliment to see their mothers laying the eggs on neighbouring Lady Musgrave Island when I camped there for a week.
Lady Elliot Island Day Tour From Bundaberg.
- Southernmost coral cay of the Great Barrier Reef.
- Snorkel with majestic sea turtles & reef sharks.
- Includes a 25-minute return scenic flight.
Is It Good Value For Money?
Although a day trip to Lady Elliot Island is expensive, especially the further away you depart, you also get a lot of value for your money. From snorkelling with beautiful, colourful fish and majestic creatures such as sea turtles and reef sharks to the return scenic flights with magnificent aerial views of the Bundaberg coastline and the gorgeous coral cay itself, to buffet lunch and many guided tours and activities all included, a day trip to this spectacular private island more than pays for itself in everlasting memories.
Who Is The Day Tour Suitable For?
- People who are short on time, but want to experience the world’s largest underwater ecosystem and whether it lives up to it’s to its global status with its marine biodiversity.
- Those who want to snorkel with creatures like majestic sea turtles and friendly reef sharks or dive and see giant manta rays.
- Folks who want to discover incredible coral formations.
- People who enjoy the safety and convenience of guided experiences with knowledgeable marine enthusiasts.
Who Is It Not Suitable For?
- Outdoorsy people who like self-sufficient and authentically wild experiences. (Neighbouring Lady Musgrave Island is perfect for that!)
- People looking to stay on a Great Barrier Reef coral cay longer than just a day, but luckily, Lady Elliot has lovely on-island eco-accommodation, so there’s always that option. (Meanwhile, you can also stay on a floating pontoon off of neighbouring Lady Musgrave Island, or remote camp on it like I did for a week.)
- Those who want to see the baby turtles hatching or the mother turtles nesting. (You’ll have to stay overnight during the right seasons for these experiences.)
Location.
Where Is Lady Elliot Island?
Lady Elliot Island is located 91km northwest of Bundaberg, Australia’s Rum Capital of Australia and the country’s largest turtle nesting site on the continental mainland, in the aptly named Coral Sea.
How To Get To Lady Elliot Island.
Commercially, the only way to get to Lady Elliot Island is by using their private aircraft to fly across to the remote coral cay. Luckily, this beautiful scenic flight is included in all of their day tours (and counts towards if you also stay overnight), which departs from several destinations along Queensland’s south coast.
The cities/towns and departure points are:
- Bundaberg: Bundaberg Regional Airport.
- Hervey Bay: Fraser Coast Airport.
- 1770/Anges Waters: 1770 Airstrip.
- Redcliffe (Brisbane): Redcliffe Aerodrome.
- Gold Coast: Gold Coast Airport.
However, if you have a boat and were hoping to get there that way, unfortunately, you’re out of luck. Because unlike its neighbourino, Lady Musgrave Island, which is a pristine wilderness island under the government-run Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) so anyone can respectfully visit it, Lady Elliot is privately owned, meaning they have exclusive access rights and have made it so that it is a no-go zone for boats, so the only way to get there is the scenic flight included in the day trip.
What To Take To Lady Elliot Island.
There’s not much you need to take to this breathtaking island as just about everything you need for an outstanding time is available on the island and included in the price.
But you will need to take:
- Sunscreen.
- A hat.
- Swimsuit.
- Jacket (especially if visiting during the cooler months.)
- Camera & Accessories.
- Water shoes (highly recommended to take your own, but they have plenty available there too. )
- Water and maybe a couple of light snacks.
Note: As the plane is a tiny 12-seater, only a small backpack with up to 4kg of belongings that can comfortably sit on your lap is permitted per person, as there are no storage spaces available above or below the seats.
Available At The Island:
- Snorkel Equipment.
- Reef Shoes (If you don’t bring your own.)
- Towels.
- Lunch.
Conclusion: Lady Elliot Island Day Tour Review.
The Lady Elliot Island day tour is a phenomenal way to experience the Great Barrier Reef and its outstanding marine biodiversity if you are short on time. And since there are several departure points to access the island from major destinations along southern Queensland’s coastline, it’s also the perfect opportunity to see this magnificent underwater ecosystem without having to go to one of its several gateway cities, such as Cairns, Proserpine, Gladstone & Bundaberg.
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