Mon Repos
Conservation Park
Turtle watching guide
Guidelines
for successful watching
Nesting turtles are easily disturbed by artificial light and movement, especially when leaving the water, crossing the beach and digging their nests.
Hatching turtles emerging from their nests are disorientated by lights.
• Listen to staff on the beach and follow their instructions. They are there to look after the turtles and give you a memorable experience.
• Do not approach or shine lights on turtles leaving the sea or moving up the beach.
• Remain with your allocated group at all times and avoid sudden movement.
• Follow staff directions to take advantage of limited photo opportunities.
• Please be patient. Turtles may arrive any time after dark.
Remember:
Do not bring any domestic animals into the park; they are not permitted in protected areas.
Nightly fees during turtle season
Your fees contribute to visitor and habitat management for the conservation and protection of turtles.
Bookings are essential.
Contact Bundaberg Region Limited on (07) 4153 8888, visit BRL visitor centre at 271 Bourbong St Bundaberg or book online at < www.bookbundabergregion.com.au
>.
Single visit ticket
Child (5–17 years) $5.40
Family * $24.30
Adult $10.20
Senior + $5.40
NB Prices are correct at time of printing.
* Family is one or two parents with their children
(5–17 years).
+ Senior card required
Visit us online at < www.derm.qld.gov.au/parks > or phone 13 QGOV (13 74 68).
QPWS Mon Repos
Nov to Mar:
Apr to Oct:
6 pm–midnight nightly
Mon–Fri daily
During turtle season: (07) 4159 1652
Front cover photo courtesy of Tourism Queensland.
BP0532 October 2011. © State of Queensland.
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service,
Department of Environment and Resource Management.
Printed on eco-friendly paper to save energy and resources.
Please help us minimise human disturbance to nesting turtles by following the guidelines in this brochure and any instructions from park staff.

Mon Repos
Turtle Encounters
Planning a trip
Mon Repos supports the largest concentration of nesting marine turtles on the eastern Australian mainland and has the most significant loggerhead turtle nesting population in the South Pacific Ocean region. Successful breeding here is critical for the survival of this endangered species.
Many people visit Mon Repos each year to watch nesting and hatching turtles. Turtles are easily disturbed if correct watching guidelines are not followed.
To manage turtle watching, the Queensland Parks and
Wildlife Service operates Mon Repos Turtle Encounters.
Bookings are essential— limited numbers of tickets are available so book ahead to avoid disappointment.
For bookings call Bundaberg Region Limited (BRL) on (07) 4153 8888, visit BRL visitor centre at
271 Bourbong St Bundaberg or book online at
< www.bookbundabergregion.com.au
>.
Best time to view turtles
• Ranger-guided Turtle Encounters operate seven nights a week from November to late March, excluding 24, 25 and 31 December.
• Nesting turtles are best viewed after dark, from November to January.
• Turtle hatchlings are best viewed from
January to March, after dark.
Turtles are wild marine animals—we cannot guarantee you will see nesting turtles or hatchlings.
Occasionally, turtles do not arrive
Access at night
• Between 6 pm and 6 am, public access to Mon Repos beach is restricted. Turtle viewing is through the Mon
Repos Information Centre, which opens at 7 pm.
Prepare for your evening
• Wear footwear suitable for walking along a sandy beach.
• Pack rainjackets as shelter is limited and umbrellas are not permitted on the beach.
• Bring a jumper or wind cheater as it can be cold.
• Bring your own drinking water and insect repellent.
• Cold and hot food and drinks are available for purchase at the park.
• Consumption of alcohol is not permitted.
• Smoking is not permitted at the Mon Repos
Information Centre, the beach or surrounds.
When you get there
• Arrive 6.45 pm for 7 pm . On arrival, queue at the centre with your booking details and you will be given a numbered group sticker which must be worn, clearly visible.
• In the centre, take time to look at the displays and browse through the shop. Ranger shows and videos are presented in the amphitheatre (weather permitting).
• Staff patrol the beach for turtles. Groups are called as soon as events occur. You will be escorted onto the beach only when your allocated group is called.
• Be aware that if turtles are scarce you may have to wait for two or more hours before going onto the beach. The total visit time at Mon Repos can be up to six hours.
How to get there
• Mon Repos is about 4.5 hrs drive north of Brisbane and 15 mins east of Bundaberg. From Bundaberg, follow the signs to Bargara along the Bundaberg–
Bargara Road. At Bargara Primary School, turn left into
Potters Road. At the end of Potters Road turn right into Grange Road and follow the signs to Mon Repos.
• During the day, entry to the conservation park is via the park access road or the daytime boardwalk.
Daytime visitors are welcome at the information centre. There is no charge for day access.
Legend
Parking
Toilets
Mon Repos information centre
Food outlet
(nights Nov–Mar)
Conservation Park
Main nesting area
Rocks
Walking track
Bicycle track
Nielsen
Park 1.2 km
Burnett
Heads
2.3 km
Research base
Daytime boardwalk only

Mon Repos
Turtle Encounters
Planning a trip
Mon Repos supports the largest concentration of nesting marine turtles on the eastern Australian mainland and has the most significant loggerhead turtle nesting population in the South Pacific Ocean region. Successful breeding here is critical for the survival of this endangered species.
Many people visit Mon Repos each year to watch nesting and hatching turtles. Turtles are easily disturbed if correct watching guidelines are not followed.
To manage turtle watching, the Queensland Parks and
Wildlife Service operates Mon Repos Turtle Encounters.
Bookings are essential— limited numbers of tickets are available so book ahead to avoid disappointment.
For bookings call Bundaberg Region Limited (BRL) on (07) 4153 8888, visit BRL visitor centre at
271 Bourbong St Bundaberg or book online at
< www.bookbundabergregion.com.au
>.
Best time to view turtles
• Ranger-guided Turtle Encounters operate seven nights a week from November to late March, excluding 24, 25 and 31 December.
• Nesting turtles are best viewed after dark, from November to January.
• Turtle hatchlings are best viewed from
January to March, after dark.
Turtles are wild marine animals—we cannot guarantee you will see nesting turtles or hatchlings.
Occasionally, turtles do not arrive
Access at night
• Between 6 pm and 6 am, public access to Mon Repos beach is restricted. Turtle viewing is through the Mon
Repos Information Centre, which opens at 7 pm.
Prepare for your evening
• Wear footwear suitable for walking along a sandy beach.
• Pack rainjackets as shelter is limited and umbrellas are not permitted on the beach.
• Bring a jumper or wind cheater as it can be cold.
• Bring your own drinking water and insect repellent.
• Cold and hot food and drinks are available for purchase at the park.
• Consumption of alcohol is not permitted.
• Smoking is not permitted at the Mon Repos
Information Centre, the beach or surrounds.
When you get there
• Arrive 6.45 pm for 7 pm . On arrival, queue at the centre with your booking details and you will be given a numbered group sticker which must be worn, clearly visible.
• In the centre, take time to look at the displays and browse through the shop. Ranger shows and videos are presented in the amphitheatre (weather permitting).
• Staff patrol the beach for turtles. Groups are called as soon as events occur. You will be escorted onto the beach only when your allocated group is called.
• Be aware that if turtles are scarce you may have to wait for two or more hours before going onto the beach. The total visit time at Mon Repos can be up to six hours.
How to get there
• Mon Repos is about 4.5 hrs drive north of Brisbane and 15 mins east of Bundaberg. From Bundaberg, follow the signs to Bargara along the Bundaberg–
Bargara Road. At Bargara Primary School, turn left into
Potters Road. At the end of Potters Road turn right into Grange Road and follow the signs to Mon Repos.
• During the day, entry to the conservation park is via the park access road or the daytime boardwalk.
Daytime visitors are welcome at the information centre. There is no charge for day access.
Legend
Parking
Toilets
Mon Repos information centre
Food outlet
(nights Nov–Mar)
Conservation Park
Main nesting area
Rocks
Walking track
Bicycle track
Nielsen
Park 1.2 km
Burnett
Heads
2.3 km
Research base
Daytime boardwalk only

Mon Repos
Turtle Encounters
Planning a trip
Mon Repos supports the largest concentration of nesting marine turtles on the eastern Australian mainland and has the most significant loggerhead turtle nesting population in the South Pacific Ocean region. Successful breeding here is critical for the survival of this endangered species.
Many people visit Mon Repos each year to watch nesting and hatching turtles. Turtles are easily disturbed if correct watching guidelines are not followed.
To manage turtle watching, the Queensland Parks and
Wildlife Service operates Mon Repos Turtle Encounters.
Bookings are essential— limited numbers of tickets are available so book ahead to avoid disappointment.
For bookings call Bundaberg Region Limited (BRL) on (07) 4153 8888, visit BRL visitor centre at
271 Bourbong St Bundaberg or book online at
< www.bookbundabergregion.com.au
>.
Best time to view turtles
• Ranger-guided Turtle Encounters operate seven nights a week from November to late March, excluding 24, 25 and 31 December.
• Nesting turtles are best viewed after dark, from November to January.
• Turtle hatchlings are best viewed from
January to March, after dark.
Turtles are wild marine animals—we cannot guarantee you will see nesting turtles or hatchlings.
Occasionally, turtles do not arrive
Access at night
• Between 6 pm and 6 am, public access to Mon Repos beach is restricted. Turtle viewing is through the Mon
Repos Information Centre, which opens at 7 pm.
Prepare for your evening
• Wear footwear suitable for walking along a sandy beach.
• Pack rainjackets as shelter is limited and umbrellas are not permitted on the beach.
• Bring a jumper or wind cheater as it can be cold.
• Bring your own drinking water and insect repellent.
• Cold and hot food and drinks are available for purchase at the park.
• Consumption of alcohol is not permitted.
• Smoking is not permitted at the Mon Repos
Information Centre, the beach or surrounds.
When you get there
• Arrive 6.45 pm for 7 pm . On arrival, queue at the centre with your booking details and you will be given a numbered group sticker which must be worn, clearly visible.
• In the centre, take time to look at the displays and browse through the shop. Ranger shows and videos are presented in the amphitheatre (weather permitting).
• Staff patrol the beach for turtles. Groups are called as soon as events occur. You will be escorted onto the beach only when your allocated group is called.
• Be aware that if turtles are scarce you may have to wait for two or more hours before going onto the beach. The total visit time at Mon Repos can be up to six hours.
How to get there
• Mon Repos is about 4.5 hrs drive north of Brisbane and 15 mins east of Bundaberg. From Bundaberg, follow the signs to Bargara along the Bundaberg–
Bargara Road. At Bargara Primary School, turn left into
Potters Road. At the end of Potters Road turn right into Grange Road and follow the signs to Mon Repos.
• During the day, entry to the conservation park is via the park access road or the daytime boardwalk.
Daytime visitors are welcome at the information centre. There is no charge for day access.
Legend
Parking
Toilets
Mon Repos information centre
Food outlet
(nights Nov–Mar)
Conservation Park
Main nesting area
Rocks
Walking track
Bicycle track
Nielsen
Park 1.2 km
Burnett
Heads
2.3 km
Research base
Daytime boardwalk only

Mon Repos
Conservation Park
Turtle watching guide
Guidelines
for successful watching
Nesting turtles are easily disturbed by artificial light and movement, especially when leaving the water, crossing the beach and digging their nests.
Hatching turtles emerging from their nests are disorientated by lights.
• Listen to staff on the beach and follow their instructions. They are there to look after the turtles and give you a memorable experience.
• Do not approach or shine lights on turtles leaving the sea or moving up the beach.
• Remain with your allocated group at all times and avoid sudden movement.
• Follow staff directions to take advantage of limited photo opportunities.
• Please be patient. Turtles may arrive any time after dark.
Remember:
Do not bring any domestic animals into the park; they are not permitted in protected areas.
Nightly fees during turtle season
Your fees contribute to visitor and habitat management for the conservation and protection of turtles.
Bookings are essential.
Contact Bundaberg Region Limited on (07) 4153 8888, visit BRL visitor centre at 271 Bourbong St Bundaberg or book online at < www.bookbundabergregion.com.au
>.
Single visit ticket
Child (5–17 years) $5.40
Family * $24.30
Adult $10.20
Senior + $5.40
NB Prices are correct at time of printing.
* Family is one or two parents with their children
(5–17 years).
+ Senior card required
Visit us online at < www.derm.qld.gov.au/parks > or phone 13 QGOV (13 74 68).
QPWS Mon Repos
Nov to Mar:
Apr to Oct:
6 pm–midnight nightly
Mon–Fri daily
During turtle season: (07) 4159 1652
Front cover photo courtesy of Tourism Queensland.
BP0532 October 2011. © State of Queensland.
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service,
Department of Environment and Resource Management.
Printed on eco-friendly paper to save energy and resources.
Please help us minimise human disturbance to nesting turtles by following the guidelines in this brochure and any instructions from park staff.

Mon Repos
Conservation Park
Turtle watching guide
Guidelines
for successful watching
Nesting turtles are easily disturbed by artificial light and movement, especially when leaving the water, crossing the beach and digging their nests.
Hatching turtles emerging from their nests are disorientated by lights.
• Listen to staff on the beach and follow their instructions. They are there to look after the turtles and give you a memorable experience.
• Do not approach or shine lights on turtles leaving the sea or moving up the beach.
• Remain with your allocated group at all times and avoid sudden movement.
• Follow staff directions to take advantage of limited photo opportunities.
• Please be patient. Turtles may arrive any time after dark.
Remember:
Do not bring any domestic animals into the park; they are not permitted in protected areas.
Nightly fees during turtle season
Your fees contribute to visitor and habitat management for the conservation and protection of turtles.
Bookings are essential.
Contact Bundaberg Region Limited on (07) 4153 8888, visit BRL visitor centre at 271 Bourbong St Bundaberg or book online at < www.bookbundabergregion.com.au
>.
Single visit ticket
Child (5–17 years) $5.40
Family * $24.30
Adult $10.20
Senior + $5.40
NB Prices are correct at time of printing.
* Family is one or two parents with their children
(5–17 years).
+ Senior card required
Visit us online at < www.derm.qld.gov.au/parks > or phone 13 QGOV (13 74 68).
QPWS Mon Repos
Nov to Mar:
Apr to Oct:
6 pm–midnight nightly
Mon–Fri daily
During turtle season: (07) 4159 1652
Front cover photo courtesy of Tourism Queensland.
BP0532 October 2011. © State of Queensland.
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service,
Department of Environment and Resource Management.
Printed on eco-friendly paper to save energy and resources.
Please help us minimise human disturbance to nesting turtles by following the guidelines in this brochure and any instructions from park staff.