Bundaberg is located on the Burnett River 14 m above sea-level, 20 km from the coast and 371 km north of Brisbane. It is a typical subtropical city with an annual rainfall of 1159 mm and average daily temperatures ranging from 22°C in winter to 29°C in summer. The name 'Bundaberg' is a combination of 'Bunda', the name of the local Aboriginal tribe, with 'burg', the Saxon word for town.
The city’s population of approximately 48,000 services a regional population of some 70,000.

The Bundaberg area has over 140 kilometres of unspoilt stinger free beaches stretching from Woodgate to the Town of 1770. Winters are mild and summers are cooled by sea breezes.

The Great Barrier Reef begins here, with coral reefs fringing the shoreline. The coral cays of Lady Elliot and Lady Musgrave Islands welcome the reef visitor. Try reef walking. Snorkel or dive.

Creeks and river estuaries provide ideal spots to go fishing, crabbing, water skiing and boating.

The Burnett River threads its way through the region and the city towards Port Bundaberg. The river tempt residents to enjoy all sorts of water activities. Riverside parks make perfect picnic venues.

With a marina right in the city centre, Bundaberg has become a popular ‘first port of entry’ for sea faring travellers, and a principal port for east coast yachties.

At Australia's largest mainland rookery, Mon Repos Beach, turtles nest on the sand dunes. From December baby turtles can be seen returning to the sea.

Visitors to Bundaberg region are well catered for with excellent shopping, fine restaurants and many unique attractions. A great range of affordable accommodation makes Bundaberg an ideal base from which to explore the region.
Visit the Central and North Burnett where you’ll find some of Queensland’s earliest history, modern day wilderness experiences and rural adventures.

Hotels, motels, resorts, farm stays, bed and breakfasts and cabins on the beach ensure the complete Bundaberg experience is yours for the asking.
Stay a while. Be impressed with the region’s country hospitality.

In Bundaberg the great Australian Self-drive holiday never went away. Your own vehicle is still the most convenient way of exploring as you travel, especially when an easy-to-traverse network of roads is maintained across the region.
Plan and book ahead - your local tourist information centre can help with that.
Bundaberg’s state of the art regional tourism call centre, operating from the Tourist Information Centre handles inbound enquiries about the Bundaberg region and its tourism operators.
Bundaberg region is one of the only regional tourism organisations in Australia to offer 24-hour visitor information over the telephone.
For up to date information about Bundaberg try the new call centre on 4153 8888
Remember, because you're on holiday vehicle maintenance is especially important. In fact, because you'll be using your vehicle over longer distances than usual a closer check needs to be kept on simple day-to-day maintenance items like tyres, radiator, battery or oil.

A most significant aspect of the Bundaberg region is that it offers a superb lifestyle set in a healthy family environment, with a range of recreational, cultural and sporting facilities, fishing and surfing beaches, a picturesque hinterland, with an idyllic climate all year round.
The region is renowned as an ideal venue for industrial and commercial conferences. Many Australian firms make Bundaberg a destination for holding staff training seminars.
Visit the Great Barrier Reef, and Lady Elliott and Lady Musgrave Islands. Adventure is on Bundaberg’s doorstep.