Turtle Hatching on Heron Island
What to expect
Heron Island is a National Marine Park situated in the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef. This area is a significant nesting location for two threatened sea turtle species, the Green Turtle and the Loggerhead Turtle. Our tour to Heron Island is in the height of baby Green and Loggerhead Turtle hatching season. During hatching season, turtle hatchlings will erupt from their nests between 25 to 50 metres from shore and make their way to the reef, just beyond the water’s edge. Heron Island is a true coral cay and is ribboned by white sands, crystal clear waters and acres of coral with beautifully coloured marine life. The emphasis is on enjoying natural beauty. Stress is replaced by adventure, and your days are filled with discovery
What's Included
- 1 night Gladstone
- 16 meals
- 2 nights Heron Island Resort to witness the lifecycle of the turtles and their hatchlings
- 2 nights Town of 1770
- Full day LARC eco tour to Bustard Bay Lighthouse and Middle Island
- Fully escorted by experienced Fun Over 50 Holidays tour host and coach captain
- Fun Over 50 Holidays Green Bank donation made to Research Station on Heron Island for coral reef studies and education
- Gympie Duck Ponds; Childers
- Historic Childers; Gympie
- Join Marine Biologists on eco excursions to learn about the Great Barrier Reef ecosystem
- Join Naturalist guides on educational tours for observing the turtles and hatchlings
- Private guided island tour
- Research station visit with University of Queensland discussing investigations & experiments in and around Heron Island
- Travel Carbon Neutral on our 100% offset luxurious ‘Gold Class’ coach
Start Date
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Your Itinerary
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