Welcome to Mon Repos — a protected sandy beach best known for its sea turtle nesting season. While not a swimming hotspot, it’s an internationally significant site for turtle conservation and night tours between November and March.
Beach Information
- 🏖️ Best Time to Visit: November to March for turtle nesting and hatching season; year-round for walking and beachcombing.
- 🐠 Marine Stingers: Possible during warmer months; check local signage.
- 🚩 Lifeguard Patrol: Not patrolled.
- 🐕 Dog Friendly: Not permitted to protect nesting turtles and hatchlings.
- 🛠️ Facilities: Turtle Centre, toilets, picnic areas, walking tracks, guided turtle tours (seasonal).
- ♿ Accessibility: Good access to Turtle Centre; beach access may be limited for wheelchairs due to sand.
- 🏘️ Closest Town: Bundaberg — Distance: ~14 km
- ✈️ Closest Airport: Bundaberg Airport — Distance: ~20 km
- 🌦️ Typical Weather: Subtropical; warm, humid summers and mild winters, with sea breezes.