Duration:
10h
Outer Reef Double Dive Adventure for Certified Open Water Divers on the Southern Great Barrier Reef. Experience diving with the Manta’s & turtles at Lady Musgrave Island Outer Reef, Fairfax Island Reef and Hoskyn Island Reef.
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OUTER REEF DOUBLE DIVE EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE SCUBA DIVING ON THE REMOTEST LOCATIONS ON THE SOUTHERN GREAT BARRIER REEF IN THE BUNKER GROUP OF ISLANDS
A Dive Master guides every dive and this is your chance to experience some of the more remote and least accessible dive sites of the Southern Great Barrier Reef. This dive is suitable for experienced open water divers with minimum of 20+ dives, recent diving experience (within past 6 months), confident with no mooring lines dives (free descent and ascent drift dives).
Boarding at 7am at the Bundaberg Port Marina, Burnett Heads, cruise in style on our luxury catamaran “Reef Empress” and enjoy morning tea as we make our way to the pristine Lady Musgrave Reef lagoon. Once you arrive into the lagoon transfer to our dive vessel Underworld for departure to surrounding islands & outer reefs. Lunch included when you return to Reef Empress before departing back to Bundaberg. A light afternoon tea served and arriving back to the marina at 5:30pm.
Please note –
* Tanks & weights included. If full equipment or computers required select on extra’s page.
* This is for CERTIFIED divers only and your certification will need to be presented prior to dive.
* Some public holidays attract public holiday surcharge.
* Experience is required and must be active divers with proof of: Minimum 20 logged dives, recent diving activity, comfortable with drift diving, confident with free descent and free ascent on all dives.
ON DAY OF TRAVEL:
- Arrive early for 7am boarding
- If you are experiencing difficulties on the morning of your travel call 0427009911 before 7am to advise the check-in team or contact the bookings office after 8:30am on (07) 41515225.
- Tours depart from 15-17 Marina Drive, Burnett Heads, which is approximately 20-25 minute drive from Bundaberg CBD. Please familiarise yourself with the area prior to tour date to ensure you arrive on time.
- Wetsuits are available for hire onboard ($15) however this is also included in the full gear hire if you have booked this with your experience.
- Beverages, snacks, sea-sickness tablets & merchandise are available for purchase. Filtered water is available throughout the day -please bring a water bottle for top ups
- Please wait on the grass area next to the boarding gates marina side of the carpark for our check-in crew to begin boarding
- No shoes to be worn whilst on the vessel for safety reasons . If you need to wear shoes for medical reasons, please ensure they are flat with non-marking soles and advise the crew at check-in and boarding.
- Included in your Outer Reef Double Dive is a light morning tea, afternoon tea as well as a lunch of cold salads, bread, cold meats and prawns. As this is a set menu we are unable to cater to specific dietary requirements however have accommodated most needs in our set offerings. We recommend bringing extra food if you have specific dietary requirements as we are unable to offer individualised menus for individual needs. If you are vegetarian, vegan or gluten free please let us know so we can prepare a plate suitable for your needs.
- Arrival back to Bundaberg Port Marina is approximately 5pm
- Whilst onboard we ask that you follow all crew directions as they are given to ensure your safety and comfort at all times.
- Full Gear Hire is available for Certified Divers for $50 per person per day – please contact bookings team to add this to your order
SEASICKNESS PREVENTION:
We strongly recommend that all passengers take sea-sickness medication as a precaution. Please consult with a pharmacist or doctor before taking any medication.
For those who knowingly suffer seasickness pharmacists recommend: Take Phenergan night prior to travel
Stay hydrated
Avoid alcohol 24hrs prior
Get a good nights rest before travelling
Avoid milky drinks, coffee etc morning of travel
Eat before taking seasickness medication
Take seasickness medication 40 minutes prior to boarding
We strongly recommend that all passengers take sea-sickness medication as a precaution. Please consult with a pharmacist or doctor before taking any medication.
For those who knowingly suffer seasickness pharmacists recommend:
- Take Phenergan night prior to travel
- Stay hydrated
- Avoid alcohol 24hrs prior
- Get a good nights rest before travelling
- Avoid milky drinks, coffee etc morning of travel
- Eat before taking seasickness medication
- Take seasickness medication 40 minutes prior to boarding
WHAT TO BRING:
- Physical Credit/debit card or cash for onboard purchases as we operate outside of mobile data reception and cannot accept contactless payments throughout our transfers. A physical credit card is required as security for onboard tabs at our kiosk or pay with cash for purchases.
- Reef Safe Sunscreen (non-reef safe sunscreen is strictly prohibited -reef safe sunscreen available onboard for $25)
- Beach towel
- Swimwear
- Cameras
- Drink bottle
- Required medications (epi-pen, seasickness tablets for the return journey)
- Dive or snorkel gear if you wish to use own
- Physical Credit/debit card or cash for onboard purchases as we operate outside of mobile data reception and cannot accept contactless payments throughout our transfers. A physical credit card is required as security for onboard tabs at our kiosk or pay with cash for purchases.
- Reef Safe Sunscreen (non-reef safe sunscreen is strictly prohibited -reef safe sunscreen available onboard for $25)
- Beach towel
- Swimwear
- Cameras
- Drink bottle
- Required medications (epi-pen, seasickness tablets for the return journey)
- Dive or snorkel gear if you wish to use own
CERTIFIED SCUBA DIVERS:
If you booked a certified scuba dive or are participating in the Outer Reef Double dive you must complete a CERTIFIED DIVER MANDATORY DIVE WAIVER prior to arrival and supply a copy of your Diving Certification. Please click the link above to complete online.
Minimum diving experience requirements for Outer Reef:– 20+ logged dives– Confident with no mooring line free ascent and descent drift diving– Recent diving experience (within 12 months)
OPTIONAL EXTRAS/UPGRADES:
- GEAR HIRE $50 pp
- VIP UPGRADE $95 pp
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Dive vessel “Underworld” is subject to minimum numbers. Please phone prior to travel date if you’d like further information.
Experience is required and must be active divers with proof of recent diving activity. Free descent and free ascent on all dives
All schedules, activities and prices may be varied without notice.
Listed fares in Australian Dollars include GST & GBRMPA EMC FEE $8.50 per person
PRICES INCLUDE FUEL LEVY $20 PER PERSON
Cancellation Policy Applies please see FAQs https://ladymusgraveexperience.com.au/faq/
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Epic experience Phenomenal experience. Two adults and two children (6 & 8). The team were exceptionally knowledgeable and their customer service was second to none.Nothing prepares you for the turquoise waters and snoring experience - we saw turtles, star fish and many others.
While there were warnings, sea sickness is a thing. We were ok but over half the boat were unwell, especially on the sail to the island. It’s a quick transition to the first activity when you land at the pontoon and after two hours of sea sickness, it can be a little overwhelming.
That said, it was seriously one of the best days of my life and a must do for any family.
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biancahopkins
05 May 2026
Highly Recommended My wife and I are just back from our day tour to the island. Fantastic experience from start to finish. Everything arranged efficiently,The crew/staff are top notch, friendly and efficient. So glad we decided to go with your company. Saw and did everything promised. Well done guys!
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Antony
13 Apr 2026
Fantastic family memories Once in a lifetime experience. This was the highlight of our 10 day trip to Queensland. Very attentive staff, knowledgeable about marine life and the reef, fantastic snorkeling - swimming with turtles and seeing all types of colourful fish amongst the reef.read moreread less
taraburgh
09 Apr 2026
Fantastic Time We had an incredible time. We liked the snorkeling the best. We saw a manta ray, a turtle, lots of beautiful fish and various types of coral. We enjoyed the glass bottom boat, the island tour & the under water observatory. The staff were friendly & very knowledgeable.read moreread less
Stephanie
08 Apr 2026
Must do experience - Lady Musgrave HQ Experience We went to Lady Musgrave HQ where we slept on the reef on the floating pontoon. We slept on the upper deck of the pontoon in a glamping bed where we went to sleep looking at the starlit sky and woke up to watch an amazing sunrise. The snorkelling was amazing with beautiful clear waters and plenty of marine life to be seen including turtles. Also, we went on the glass bottom boat and explored Lady Musgrave Island which is small but has abundant bird life. The food was of a very high standard. Brett and his crew were all friendly, very knowledgable and helpful. The service provided throughout our trip was outstanding. This is an amazing experience and would highly recommend.read moreread less
Anne-Marie
07 Apr 2026
Don’t miss your chance to swim on the reef! Wow. What an experience.The staff treated us so well, and kept us comfortable (even with unusually rough seas for our journey to the reef). The equipment is fantastic, modern & comfy.
The snorkelling was awesome with great equipment for us to use. They made sure we were safe every single step. We easily saw turtles, sea snakes, many fish (large & small) and the southern Great Barrier Reef coral. Wow. Now I want to do their scuba experience as well.
The glass bottom was fantastic as was the island tour. Staff were knowledgeable a kept us comfortable every moment.
They provided lunch, morning and afternoon tea and coffee, and we could purchase other things on board and on the pontoon at the reef. Thanks all for a beautiful experience. DO NOT MISS THIS EXEPRIENCE
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Craig
03 Apr 2026
Great Visit to the Great Barrier Reef! Had an absolutely incredible time with the Lady Musgrave Experience out of Bundaberg, Australia! From start to finish, everything was so well organized, and the beauty of the reef was just unforgettable.A huge shoutout to the amazing crew—Jade, Emma, and Benji—who truly made the day extra special. Their warmth, professionalism, and genuine care for everyone on board didn’t go unnoticed. They went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, informed, and having the best possible experience.
If you’re thinking about exploring the Great Barrier Reef, I can’t recommend this experience enough. It’s one of those days you’ll be talking about long after it’s over
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Matthew
28 Mar 2026
Not to be missed Great trip with knowledgeable, friendly crew members.read moreread less
Christopher
25 Mar 2026
A superb 70th birthday.
Before heading out to Lady Musgrave our group of 13 thought the highlight was going to be snorkelling with turtles, Nemo the clownish, manta rays and oodles of other tropical fish in a stunning location. What we did not envisage was the exemplary service, sublime chef-prepared meals and commradery created through sharing this experience with others.
A three-course meal of beef rainbow summer rolls, confit duck with smashed pototoes and veges, and berry pannacotta topped with freshly baked brownies all served with a smile topped off a terrific first day.
The glamping beds on Lady Musgrave HQ are surprisingly comfy, and our every whim was catered to where possible.
Waking in the morning to a view of the lagoon with the island in the distance was an incredible way to kickstart our second day.
None of this would have been possible without the Lady Musgrave Experience team. A huge thank you to Emma, Mats, Xante, Jack, Callam, Benji, Alessia, Matt the skipper, Chef Eamenn, and, in the galley, Savanna, Suz, and Makayla. They made this a lifetime memory bar none.
Before heading out to Lady Musgrave our group of 13 thought the highlight was going to be snorkelling with turtles, Nemo the clownish, manta rays and oodles of other tropical fish in a stunning location. What we did not envisage was the exemplary service, sublime chef-prepared meals and commradery created through sharing this experience with others.
A three-course meal of beef rainbow summer rolls, confit duck with smashed pototoes and veges, and berry pannacotta topped with freshly baked brownies all served with a smile topped off a terrific first day.
The glamping beds on Lady Musgrave HQ are surprisingly comfy, and our every whim was catered to where possible.
Waking in the morning to a view of the lagoon with the island in the distance was an incredible way to kickstart our second day.
None of this would have been possible without the Lady Musgrave Experience team. A huge thank you to Emma, Mats, Xante, Jack, Callam, Benji, Alessia, Matt the skipper, Chef Eamenn, and, in the galley, Savanna, Suz, and Makayla. They made this a lifetime memory bar none.
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Liz
04 Mar 2026
Wonderful trip, amazing adventure Absolutely amazing experience.. staff were all amazing, chatty, helpful and very efficient. The tour was well organised and split the tour goers into smaller groups so everybody could hear the guides and get the full experience. Lunch was provided and gave something for everyone. Only downside was the trip to and from the island .. the company go to great lengths to explain about sea sickness but it’s on another level if the sea is choppy (and it was). Staff were brilliant handing out/collecting sick bags and helping people into the open air.. despite this one of the best trips I’ve ever been on (hence 5 stars)read moreread less
Jacquie
24 Feb 2026
Fantastic experience Fantastic experience from start to finish. The team was incredibly professional and clearly knew exactly what they were doing. Every activity was well organised and ran smoothly, which made the whole day feel effortless and safe. The staff were knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely passionate about what they do. We couldn’t be happier with the trip—and honestly, I wish I could do it all over again. Highly recommended.read moreread less
Bookings Lady Musgrave Experience, Guest Services / Front Office at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2026-02-23
Thank you so much for your amazing review Alexia!
We’re over the moon to hear that your experience was fantastic from start to finish. It’s wonderful to know that our team’s professionalism, organisation, and passion made the day feel effortless and safe for you.
Your kind words about our staff being knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely enthusiastic mean so much, we’ll be sure to pass them along!
We’re thrilled you’d recommend the trip and share your wish to do it all over again. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another unforgettable day on the water!
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AlexiaL955
17 Feb 2026
Wonderful snorkelling and great all encompassing experience. Excellent in all respects. The island tour and glass bottom boat were great, and there was plenty of time for extended snorkelling. Great value for money.read moreread less
Bookings Lady Musgrave Experience, Guest Services / Front Office at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2026-02-23
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the snorkelling and the full experience, from the island tour to the glass bottom boat. It’s great to know you had plenty of time to explore underwater and make the most of every activity.
We’re also glad you felt it was excellent value for money. Your kind words mean a lot to our team, and we’d love to welcome you back for another memorable day soon! 🌊
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Carol
14 Feb 2026
An incredible experience. We were really lucky with the weather which made the day even more special. All the staff members were super welcoming, friendly, approachable and knowledgeable. Everything was organised really well, the lunch was great and both morning/afternoon tea was well timed. If there was anything to add it would be some information posters/pictures of the Marine and wildlife you may encounter around the boat, pontoon and glass viewing area (unless I missed it). Will recommend this experience over and over again
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CERYS
13 Feb 2026
Best tour ever We had a fantastic time on this tour. Staff were super professional and fun. The operation was super smooth and we enjoyed every aspect of the tour.read moreread less
Bookings Lady Musgrave Experience, Guest Services / Front Office at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2026-02-23
Thank you so much for your amazing review!
We’re thrilled to hear you had a fantastic time and enjoyed every aspect of the tour. It’s wonderful to know our staff made such a positive impression; being professional and fun is exactly what we aim for!
We’re so glad the day ran smoothly for you, and we’d love to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure soon. 😊
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Julia
13 Feb 2026
Excellent tour, great snorkeling, lots of turtles. Excellent tour and a great experience. We thoroughly enjoyed the day tour on the boat from Bundaberg. It takes about 2 hours each way on the boat so definitely take travel sickness tablets beforehand. The walk around the island was interesting. The snorkeling was very good and we saw multiple turtles. The boat docks with a moored pontoon so there is time for multiple swims.The only suggestion we’d make is that the guides made zero reference at any point to the indigenous heritage of the island. This is very strange as the same company runs a dedicated tour in collaboration with a local indigenous group. It’s really important to acknowledge that not everything began with Captain Cook.
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Bookings Lady Musgrave Experience, Guest Services / Front Office at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2026-02-23
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback!
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour, snorkelling, and seeing the turtles, it sounds like you made the most of the day. Thank you also for highlighting the importance of taking travel sickness tablets; that tip will definitely help future guests have a more comfortable journey.
Thank you very much for your feedback regarding the acknowledgment of the island’s Indigenous heritage. Lady Musgrave Island is a coral cay and, as such, is a small, low-lying island formed predominantly by waves pushing coral rubble, sand, and broken shells to one end of the reef. While there is no known Indigenous occupation or use of Lady Musgrave Island itself, the surrounding reefs played an important part in creating food sources for the coastal Indigenous people, acting as a nursery for reef fish, turtles, and other marine wildlife.
You’re absolutely right that this recognition is important, and your comment is very valid. We will work closely, as we have in the past, with local Indigenous groups to ensure that more information is included in our tours regarding the traditional owners' connection and history with the sea country.
Thank you again for your thoughtful review. We hope to welcome you back in the future for another memorable experience.
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drScottWatkins
08 Feb 2026
Good - a couple of pointers from experience Definitely worth the day trip. If I were to do a second time I would NOT do the glass bottom boat "bit" and double my snorkeling time. Reminder by law in that area one must have on either flippers or a life jacket. Lifejackets can be scratchy - maybe wear a T-Shirt underneath. Flippers can be hit or miss in fitting well - take the time to find the right size. The staff and knowledgeable and efficient. The island tour well worth hearing about the wildlife and walking the tour. Food was average - nothing special other than a lot of peel and eat smalling prawns - but one tends to go for the location more than the meal I find. Seas can be choppy on the way over - plan accordingly! Toilets on boat can get a bit messy as inevitably someone tends to get ill of water is choppy. Try as much as possible to go on a clear day. On an overcast day the experience is a 60% of what it can be. Check for multiple use discounts if you do multiple visits or one of their other tours.read moreread less
Bookings Lady Musgrave Experience, Guest Services / Front Office at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2026-02-23
Thank you so much for your detailed review and helpful tips!
We’re thrilled to hear you found the day trip worthwhile and enjoyed the snorkelling and island tour. Your advice about flippers, life jackets, and wearing a T-shirt underneath is super practical, it will definitely help future guests prepare for the day.
It’s great to know you appreciated the staff’s knowledge and efficiency, as well as the wildlife highlights on the island tour. We also appreciate your honest feedback about the food, seasickness, and facilities; these are all important considerations for planning the perfect trip.
Thank you again for sharing your pointers, they’re very thoughtful and will help others make the most of their experience. We’d love to welcome you back on a clearer day for an even more amazing adventure!
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anywhereonearth
29 Jan 2026
Great day. Well organised trip. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Amazing the birds and fish were not afraid of people. My favourite part was snorkling with a school of purple iridescent fish. My suggestions are: Have afternoon tea on pontoon prior leaving as it became very choppy on way back. Also have a wall showing different fish and coral with names on the pontoon so you can identify what you saw snorkling.
Amazing the birds and fish were not afraid of people. My favourite part was snorkling with a school of purple iridescent fish. My suggestions are: Have afternoon tea on pontoon prior leaving as it became very choppy on way back. Also have a wall showing different fish and coral with names on the pontoon so you can identify what you saw snorkling.
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Kathryn
28 Jan 2026
Amazing day at Lady Musgrave island . We went on the trip to Lady Musgrave island yesterday . The staff ! Every single one of them were exceptional ! Very knowledgeable and friendly they could not do enough for you . On the boat out we had a really good light breakfast . On arrival at the pontoon we had an amazing experience snorkelling on the reef again the staff were knowledgeable and helpful . We then had a trip to the island and glass bottom boat tour which again was fantastic . Lunch was exceptional ! Also on the way back there was an afternoon tea served ! Exceptional value for money. !! Thankyou to all the amazing staff for such a wonderful experience
Paul and Penny Johnson
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Paul
28 Jan 2026
Absolutely a bucket list to do adventure Wonderful day out on the ocean absolutely amazing reef life, the island tour is full of birds if your a keen bird person the lunch provided onboard is substantial and fresh take sea sick tablets if you get sea sick the trip out on there is lengthy but enjoyable if you have sea legs and get nice weatherread moreread less
Lady Musgrave Experience, Other at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2026-01-29
Hi there, thank you so much for your review! It's great to hear you had a wonderful day with us and enjoyed all of the inclusions. We hope to see you again soon.
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Boni22
27 Jan 2026
The Great Barrier Reef is such a special place. We visited with our two kids (7 and 10) and the Lady Musgrave Experience gave us a very nice chance to experience the reef in multiple ways.
The catamaran transport was about two hours each direction. Pretty comfortable overall, felt safe and had a snack and enjoyed the breeze and views.
Once there, the group was divided up and then had a schedule for things like snorkeling, lunch, glass bottom boat and island walk. Overall it worked well. We felt lucky to see two types of sea turtles, remoras, reef sharks, dolphins, octopus, many species of fish and then countless birds on the island walk. We were hoping to see turtle hatchlings which were in season, but no luck (it sounds like this mostly occurs at night). Some unforgettable memories and photos.
My only complaint was the food. As we were out for about 8-9 hours overall this was a necessary part of the experience, and unfortunately the food and food service just wasn’t very good overall. Edible but not enjoyable.
Overall we enjoyed it very much and I would give it 5 stars other than the food aspect, thus the rating of 4.
The catamaran transport was about two hours each direction. Pretty comfortable overall, felt safe and had a snack and enjoyed the breeze and views.
Once there, the group was divided up and then had a schedule for things like snorkeling, lunch, glass bottom boat and island walk. Overall it worked well. We felt lucky to see two types of sea turtles, remoras, reef sharks, dolphins, octopus, many species of fish and then countless birds on the island walk. We were hoping to see turtle hatchlings which were in season, but no luck (it sounds like this mostly occurs at night). Some unforgettable memories and photos.
My only complaint was the food. As we were out for about 8-9 hours overall this was a necessary part of the experience, and unfortunately the food and food service just wasn’t very good overall. Edible but not enjoyable.
Overall we enjoyed it very much and I would give it 5 stars other than the food aspect, thus the rating of 4.
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Andrew
25 Jan 2026
A beautiful day Five ( adults) went on this beautiful trip. The staff and food were wonderful but the highlight of course is the island and reef. Snorkelling was excellent, and two of the party did a lagoon dive which they loved.( Dive master plus 3 divers in total). The island is fascinating, it is a bird nesting sanctuary, birds everywhere. In the water heaps of fish, turtles, rays and living coral. Good visibility. Great boat and pontoon. Lots of room for everyone. Totally great day!
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Lady Musgrave Experience, Other at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2026-01-27
Hi there, thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the day and all the aspects, from the food to the activities. And it's great to hear you had such incredible wildlife encounters! We hope to see you again soon.
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252dianae
23 Jan 2026
Day trip out to the coral 🐢🪸 3rd time back,to bring family friends, the best adventure,swimming with fish turtles, and lucky to see Man-rays on my back .All the team were so engaging.We were welcomed with, yes please show us your photos. And drone photos too.Shared our joy of how excited.Of our day ( its worth just incase taking see sickness tables)read moreread less
Lady Musgrave Experience, Other at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2026-01-27
Hi there, thank you so much for your review! We love to hear from guests, and hearing you have come back again for the third time is wonderful! Thank you for your recommendation and we hope to see you again for your fourth visit soon!
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Claudi
22 Jan 2026
I would give this experience 100 stars if I could.
Although the morning was "a little bumpy"🤪🤣 and with people lining up to be sick and some throwing up everywhere, the professional crew showed genuine care and did an amazing job looking after everyone.
All the activities were fantastic, including the glass-bottom boat, the island tour, and of course the highlight: snorkelling! I saw so much marine life and was lucky enough to see many turtles thanks to it being hatching season.
The food throughout the day really helped keep our energy up. Morning tea (bread and fruit), lunch (salad, prawns, chicken and soup), and afternoon tea (celery, hummus and cake) weren’t fancy, but they were nutritious and tasty.
The views were absolutely worth it, and the crew truly showed how caring and friendly they were, always there to help with anything they could.
Special thanks to Belly, Grace and Yuka. You made my trip beyond wonderful!
I will definitely come back again.🥰
Although the morning was "a little bumpy"🤪🤣 and with people lining up to be sick and some throwing up everywhere, the professional crew showed genuine care and did an amazing job looking after everyone.
All the activities were fantastic, including the glass-bottom boat, the island tour, and of course the highlight: snorkelling! I saw so much marine life and was lucky enough to see many turtles thanks to it being hatching season.
The food throughout the day really helped keep our energy up. Morning tea (bread and fruit), lunch (salad, prawns, chicken and soup), and afternoon tea (celery, hummus and cake) weren’t fancy, but they were nutritious and tasty.
The views were absolutely worth it, and the crew truly showed how caring and friendly they were, always there to help with anything they could.
Special thanks to Belly, Grace and Yuka. You made my trip beyond wonderful!
I will definitely come back again.🥰
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Haley
14 Jan 2026
Lady Musgrave Adventure - highly recommended! Fantastic day! Despite cloudy rainy weather the trip was still amazing!! Glass bottomed boat was amazing - saw turtles, marine life and coral. Lady Musgrave tour of island was fascinating - a unique desert island - Guide was very informative. Food provided was delicious and staff vey friendly. Strongly recommendread moreread less
Bookings L, Guest Relations Manager at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2026-01-23
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you still had an amazing day despite the weather, and that you enjoyed the activities. We really appreciate the recommendation!
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377neilp
13 Jan 2026
Amazing what an absolute amazing experience the staff were unbelievably so friendly and professional nothing was a problem. The location is just amazing.i love how we got to do groups and rotate through each of the experiences e.g. snorkelling glass bottom boat island tourread moreread less
Eloise C, Guest Relations Manager at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2026-01-16
Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re so glad you loved the experience and enjoyed all the activities. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again.
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kyliet526
09 Jan 2026
We had the best day with Lady Musgrave Experience. The crew are highly organised, making the whole day flow seamlessly. They are incredibly friendly and genuinely helpful. There were lots of people feeling sea sick on the way in and the crew were checking in and helping people in any way they could. The company email out a heads up about sea sickness and advice, which we heeded and we were fine. The pontoon was like nothing else we have ever experienced. It had a shop, Sun lounges, underwater observation area, snorkelling and diving stations, and plenty of seating. The food was fresh and plentiful. The glass bottom boat tour was great and the island tour was very informative. The snorkeling was wonderful. They have staff constantly monitoring you from both in the water and on a small boat. I'm so glad we booked through this company, they offer so much and it was honestly the best snorkelling experience any of us had ever had. Thank you!!!
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Brittany
03 Jan 2026
Amazing day out! So much marine life, island is beautiful and swam with turtles!
Gluten free was catered in terms of fruit salad, meat, and lunch salads.
Little over 2 hours each way (bring cards and a book). Sea sick tablets if you need that too as some choppy waves. Great crew. Highly recommend
Gluten free was catered in terms of fruit salad, meat, and lunch salads.
Little over 2 hours each way (bring cards and a book). Sea sick tablets if you need that too as some choppy waves. Great crew. Highly recommend
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Leigh
03 Jan 2026
Our journey and visit to Lady Musgrave island was absolutely extraordinary! When we boarded the boat, we were greeted with kindness by the staff, who provided us a great seating option with a window view of the ocean. Onboard, they personally introduced me to the history of the island, which kept me engaged and off my phone. Furthermore, even though my grandfather got a bit seasick, they would always ask him to see if he was okay or needed anything. Furthermore, during our tour around the island, we got to know more about the different birds and the formation of the area. Our guide explained details very clearly and was quite humourous, keeping us fully engaged. The track was also very easy to walk on, with very little elevation or obstructions. The snorkelling experience was also phenomenal, as my mum and I got to see the different coral and fish on the sea floor for the first time. Overall, we were really impressed with our Lady Musgrave experience, and will be sure to come again!
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Joshua
02 Jan 2026
The experience was incredible and the staff were wonderful, very accomodating and friendly. The staff took the time to engage with all passengers on board throughout the trip (a particular shout out to Gina, Bella and Jack for their great conversations, and for helping us on the boat and out on the tours).
Snorkelling over the reef edge and getting to see a wild sea turtle on the reef was unforgettable.
It was a wonderful day. The food and comfort on the boat and pontoon were fantastic also.
Snorkelling over the reef edge and getting to see a wild sea turtle on the reef was unforgettable.
It was a wonderful day. The food and comfort on the boat and pontoon were fantastic also.
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Ruthie
03 Dec 2025
We absolutely loved our Lady Musgrave day tour experience. From the very beginning the staff made us feel so welcome with their kindness, good vibes and great attitude. The service was amazing all day.
The tour has everything. We got to snorkel, enjoy the glass-bottom boat and walk around Lady Musgrave Island while learning about the environment and how the whole ecosystem works. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea were all really nice too.
This was my second time doing the day tour and it was just as amazing as the first. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to see the best of the Great Barrier Reef. Truly an unforgettable day.
The tour has everything. We got to snorkel, enjoy the glass-bottom boat and walk around Lady Musgrave Island while learning about the environment and how the whole ecosystem works. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea were all really nice too.
This was my second time doing the day tour and it was just as amazing as the first. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to see the best of the Great Barrier Reef. Truly an unforgettable day.
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Daniela
26 Nov 2025
Had the most amazing trip. My family did the full day Lady Musgrave tour. The team were lovely and passionate about what they were doing, which is really nice to see. The island was just so beautiful and the snorkeling was so much fun. The food was nice as well!
Overall a lovely time, definitely worth doing! (I want to go back already!)
Overall a lovely time, definitely worth doing! (I want to go back already!)
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Chloe
15 Nov 2025
An unforgettable experience! But be prepared for a long wavey journey and lots of sun.
Check in was smooth and the boat is pretty nice. Takes over 2 hours to get to the island, and it will be sloshing and jumping for most of it. We took travacalm on the way out but not the way back and did not get sick.
They gave us a brief rundown of sea critters in the reef before we showed up; saw maybe half those in the water.
Our group did snorkeling first, then lunch, then island tour/glass bottom boat, and more snorkeling. Their snorkle gear is pretty good but I prefer the full face masks from Amazon if you have one. The snorkeling was amazing! So many reef fish, sea turtles, and beautiful coral. The weather was nice and bright and the water is super clear.
The lunch was okay, but I felt we didn't have enough time to eat it.
The island tour was fun, lots of weird birds, and we saw some reef sharks near the shore.
The glass bottom boat was good, though I felt the snorkeling was better.
The pontoon that you do all of this from is pretty nice as well; good layout, shade, seating, beers, etc.
My only qualm is that you spend 4+ hours at sea to get about the same amount of time in the reef.
We went in November, the weather was pretty great, but we missed rain by 1 day.
Check in was smooth and the boat is pretty nice. Takes over 2 hours to get to the island, and it will be sloshing and jumping for most of it. We took travacalm on the way out but not the way back and did not get sick.
They gave us a brief rundown of sea critters in the reef before we showed up; saw maybe half those in the water.
Our group did snorkeling first, then lunch, then island tour/glass bottom boat, and more snorkeling. Their snorkle gear is pretty good but I prefer the full face masks from Amazon if you have one. The snorkeling was amazing! So many reef fish, sea turtles, and beautiful coral. The weather was nice and bright and the water is super clear.
The lunch was okay, but I felt we didn't have enough time to eat it.
The island tour was fun, lots of weird birds, and we saw some reef sharks near the shore.
The glass bottom boat was good, though I felt the snorkeling was better.
The pontoon that you do all of this from is pretty nice as well; good layout, shade, seating, beers, etc.
My only qualm is that you spend 4+ hours at sea to get about the same amount of time in the reef.
We went in November, the weather was pretty great, but we missed rain by 1 day.
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Anthony
14 Nov 2025
Visiting the Great Barrier Reef was on my bucket list and the crew of Lady Musgrave Experience (LME) conducted it in style! The 2.5 hour journey from Bundaberg Marina to the Island was worth every minute of it. The different varieties of coral and the pristine waters dazzle you with their colors and textures. The endangered species of turtle, fish, and birds are simply out-of-this world- they remind us how small we humans are in the larger scheme of nature. The trip includes three fresh meals, snorkeling in the reef, visit to the forest on the small island, and a glass-bottom tour- that is a big value-for-money! Best of all, the professionalism, hospitality, and courtesy of the crew, esp crew leader Jade and the on-board marine biologist, was really impressive. I was traveling alone and it was my first time snorkeling in the reef, but they made me feel right at home. The crew also took very good care of some passengers who suffered from sea-sickness on our return journey. I would highly recommend this trip to all my friends and family and would definitely return to this Island the next time I visit Australia.
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Hafeez
12 Nov 2025
Absolutely loved our trip out to Lady Musgrave
Island with the LMI Experience team. Check in was smooth, the swell a bit choppy but everyone was made to feel comfortable (crew were great with dealing with a few people suffering from sea sickness). When we arrived at the Island time flew by in the best way - an informative and excellent island tour, a cool glass-bottom boat tour where we spotted turtles, then snorkelling and a scuba dive after lunch - both were amazing, there's so much to see in the lagoon, especially The Aquarium section!
Special thanks for Alex for an awesome dive and a great chat on the way home - must do trip!
Island with the LMI Experience team. Check in was smooth, the swell a bit choppy but everyone was made to feel comfortable (crew were great with dealing with a few people suffering from sea sickness). When we arrived at the Island time flew by in the best way - an informative and excellent island tour, a cool glass-bottom boat tour where we spotted turtles, then snorkelling and a scuba dive after lunch - both were amazing, there's so much to see in the lagoon, especially The Aquarium section!
Special thanks for Alex for an awesome dive and a great chat on the way home - must do trip!
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Lachlan
23 Oct 2025
Absolutely amazing experience. Would definitely recommend it to others. We took our 2 children along - both under 10 and they loved it. Would highly recommend people follow the sea sick medication advice given when booking as we enjoyed the whole experience- some people who did not were not so lucky! 🤢
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Lucinda
10 Oct 2025
We’ve been out to Lady Musgrave Island multiple times, and it never disappoints! As locals, we can honestly say it’s one of the best experiences you can do in the region. The staff are fantastic, the reef is stunning, and the day is always well organised. Always worth spending a little extra for the VIP experience — it makes an already amazing day even better! PS. Bella was an absolute legend and made our trip on 8/10/25 even more enjoyable!
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Britt
09 Oct 2025
Amazing experience - great value, excellent crew Amazing experience - staff were exceptional from booking team to boat crew. Nothing was too much to ask. The island and reef are breathtaking! Had the best time can highly recommendread moreread less
Guest Experience, Marketing at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2025-10-09
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you had an amazing experience from start to finish and that our team helped make your day so memorable. Lady Musgrave Island and the reef truly are breathtaking, and we’re thrilled you enjoyed exploring this special place with us. See you next time!
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Melissa
07 Oct 2025
Thank you to the Lady Musgrave Experience team on our trip out on 2nd October, it was truly an unforgettable day! The whole crew was so accommodating, knowledgeable and professional and we really enjoyed our day out experiencing the Great Barrier Reef up close and swimming with the turtles. This is our first trip to Australia (from South Africa) and the Experience has definitely been one of the highlights. Jack and Aemon are really knowledgeable and interesting and Lea made my son’s first scuba dive an experience to remember. Thanks to everyone for a fabulous day!
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LesleyCaren
04 Oct 2025
A must do for unforgettable memories Amazing, must do experience!It was a beautiful day, perfect weather when we went. The whole day from start to finish was amazing! The crew were fantastic, super friendly and accommodating. The tour was organised to a tee, with various activities. Beautiful sights - we saw whales, mantra rays, black reef tip sharks, turtles and so many beautiful fish and coral.
Price point is perfect for everything that is included and the amount of time for the tour.
Won't forget these memories and will def do again next time I am in Bundaberg.
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Guest Experience, Marketing at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2025-10-09
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a perfect day on the water and enjoyed everything from the wildlife encounters to the activities and organisation of the tour. We’re so glad you found the experience great value and full of unforgettable memories. We can’t wait to welcome you back next time you’re in Bundaberg.
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Danielle
04 Oct 2025
A good experience of what the pristine great barrier reef would be like, without having to go all the way there.. Very professional and well resourced boat, crew and dive equipment. Boat was close to new and in vg condition. Crew were very attentive, friendly, and helpful to all guests. Boat and swim safety practices excellent. Food fresh & plentiful. Noticeably fair on-board pricing of hire gear & shop items despite sole supplier advantage. There was plenty of time allowed to explore the snorkelling opportunities.One inevitable consequence of a permanently anchored barge is that guest snorkelling is strictly limited to a 200m stretch of just one piece of inner reef near the barge, although the lagoon has a 7km perimeter. Swimming & snorkelling off the beach is not offered either. So the crew were very protective in ensuring no visitor damage to this designated exploration zone. Whether the visible marine life in this small zone is representative of the whole cay is unknown, but our experience at nearby Lady Elliot Island suggests richer habitats may exist in or outside the lagoon. Nevertheless there were plenty of fish and live coral of many varieties to snorkel over.
Definitely recommended as a great day trip experience and certainly worth the price.
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Guest Experience, Marketing at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2025-10-09
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We’re delighted you enjoyed your day with us. It’s wonderful to hear you found the experience comfortable, well organised and great value. Just to clarify, Lady Musgrave Island is in the Great Barrier Reef! It's the second southern-most island in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
We do have strict snorkel procedures to avoid any damage to the coral reef. Limiting the range for snorkelers ensures the safety of our guests while our crew keeps watch for anyone needing assistance, while monitoring for any behaviour that could damage the coral. Rest assured, the snorkel zone encompasses some of the most spectacular reef in the area, with multiple turtle cleaning stations, anemones with clownfish, up to 1200 species of fish, multiple species of branching, plate and soft corals. Plus there are resident turtles, access to a natural aquarium with small reef sharks, rays and giant clams. For guests wanting to explore further afield, we do offer outer reef scuba dives and manta snorkel safaris that venture beyond the lagoon.
We’re so glad you found plenty of vibrant coral and marine life to enjoy and hope to welcome you back again soon for another unforgettable reef adventure.
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dondeeKingscliff
03 Oct 2025
Great reef tour with amazing staff Exceeded our expectations for a snorkel and scuba charter. The staff was amazing and did a fantastic job of educating us on the reef and Lady Musgrave Island. Special thanks to Aemon, Bella, Alex, Leah (scuba) and Jack. It was a rough trip out there and they all did their very best to keep us comfortable. Don’t hesitate to take this excursion. Next time I hope toDo the overnight option.
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Guest Experience, Marketing at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2025-10-09
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear the experience exceeded your expectations and that our crew made your day so memorable. It's great to know you enjoyed exploring the reef and Lady Musgrave Island. We’ll look forward to welcoming you back for the overnight experience next time.
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Guide06319756495
01 Oct 2025
Bundaberg best for whale watching Magic day on the water ex Bundaberg harbor. Shadowed a pod of 11 adult whales for 2 1/2 hours. Then another small pod of 2 males on the way back and a mum and calf a little later. Great staff. Lunch included. Hard to beat.read moreread less
Guest Experience, Marketing at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2025-10-09
Thank you so much for your lovely review! 🐋 We are thrilled to hear you had such a magic day on the water and spent time with so many whales. Thanks for joining us and we hope to see you again next whale season.
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RodM2354
30 Sep 2025
Recommend- would do again * see notes It’s expensive but you can see why, this was easily the best day of our holiday. The staff were amazing; friendly, informative and very knowledgeable. The fact that the pontoon is manned overnight must be very expensive. We felt every thing about this trip was absolutely top notch; food, drink, entertainment, the boat, equipment; it really was great from start to finish. We literally have no complaints. The island was small and fascinating, (outstanding coral skeletons). I would be so tempted to go back and camp. The abundance of wildlife was fantastic (fish, turtles, birds, whales) and really made this a great trip for my son (12), any younger and they might not get the full value. It’s a long ride out but amazing when you get there. *did buy the VIP tix definitely worth it for the early start and good snacksread moreread less
Guest Experience, Marketing at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2025-10-05
Thank you so much for sharing such a detailed and thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear this was the highlight of your holiday and that our crew helped make it such a memorable experience. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the island, the wildlife, and all the little touches from the food to the equipment. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to the team. Great to hear you loved the VIP upgrade too, it really does make the day extra special. We’d love to welcome you back again soon!
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GeorginaMair22
28 Sep 2025
We just got back from our overnight stay with Lady Musgrave Experience and it was the most incredible weekend.
It was breathtakingly beautiful and service was EXCEPTIONAL. All of the staff were so friendly and knowledgeable - special mention to Lea, Ashleigh, Jake, Aemon and Bella who were all so lovely.
There are so many different activities available for everyone. We spent the two days snorkelling and diving but thoroughly enjoyed the island & glass bottom boat tour.
We will definitely be back in the future. 10/10 recommend
It was breathtakingly beautiful and service was EXCEPTIONAL. All of the staff were so friendly and knowledgeable - special mention to Lea, Ashleigh, Jake, Aemon and Bella who were all so lovely.
There are so many different activities available for everyone. We spent the two days snorkelling and diving but thoroughly enjoyed the island & glass bottom boat tour.
We will definitely be back in the future. 10/10 recommend
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Zoe
21 Sep 2025
What a greast day out. What a great experience on this exceptionally organised boat trip. You are surrounded by whales, and Brett, who commentates, is a source of all things about them and enhances the trip by feeding the travellers information about whales that you will really find helpful, eg whales can hold their breath for 45 minutes underwater, and they actually learn to sing to each other and change the tune :) Who would have thought! The crew were so helpful, and Grace lived up to her wonderful name by spending some time explaining her career path to me so that she has gone from crewing yachts, to the Lady Musgrave, to eventually working on the large adventure ships that are part of our lives in all sections of the globe. Good luck Grace, and thank you for reassuring me that your training in first aid and boat drills has you prepared for any emergencies :)read moreread less
Eloise C, Director of Sales at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2025-09-10
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review! We're pleased to hear Brett's commentary and Grace's hospitality made your day extra enjoyable.
We hope to welcome you back aboard next season - or to Reef HQ!
Kind Regards,
LME Team
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Meander11645561088
09 Sep 2025
Stunning reef to explore on a comfy boat with great staff Fabulous day out to a stunning reef. Staff were knowledgeable and really helpful. We loved the snorkelling around the reef - probably the best area we had snorkelled during our trip. We were off peak so I think that helped as the boat was not overcrowded and neither was the sea during snorkelling. Great experience and safe for the kids to enjoy. Amazing Manta Rays and whales (from the boat) huge variety of fish and several turtles to snorkel with.read moreread less
Eloise C, Director of Sales at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2025-09-10
Hi Emma,
It sounds like the marine life was out in force for your visit, so awesome to hear! We're pleased you enjoyed your day and hope to welcome you back on another occasion.
Kind Regards,
Team LME
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emmasT584DL
08 Sep 2025
Amazing from start to finish! Booked the package for both the Lady Musgave Day Tour and the Whale Watching Tour with these guys. First of all the entire team was super helpful with my morning seasickness thank you so so much for all the support again to all of you, I was travelling solo but felt like I was surrounded by a group of friends 🥰 The experience itself was great, the reef at lady musgrave STUNNING, and thanks so much Lea for the amazing dive! Leaving the pic of the huge Muraena I saw on the reef as promised 😅read moreread less
Guest Experience, Marketing at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2025-09-10
Thank you for your review! It's great to hear the crew was able to make your travel sickness a bit easier and fabulous you enjoyed the island tour. Diving the Great Barrier Reef is amazing, we're so glad you got to experience it at Lady Musgrave Island!
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Francesca
08 Sep 2025
Day Trip Snorkeling We had a fantastic adventure, the crew were pleasant, helpful, well organised, and made our day very enjoyable. Highly recommend.read moreread less
Guest Experience, Marketing at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2025-09-10
Thank you for your review! It's great to hear you enjoyed your tour with us, and we hope to see you again soon.
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Chad
01 Sep 2025
An Absolute Must! My wife and I have been looking forward to this experience for several months and it did not disappoint! The staff are all very helpful, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. The day was a perfect balance of activities. The snorkeling was fantastic. If I am in the Brisbane area again, this trip is on my don’t miss list. It is no wonder that so many guests on the ship were repeat visitors.read moreread less
Guest Experience, Marketing at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2025-09-03
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad the experience lived up to your expectations! It’s great to hear you enjoyed the balance of the day, we love being able to share all aspects of beautiful Lady Musgrave Island with our guests.
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Paul
30 Aug 2025
Birthday Bliss What an amazing day and made all the better with an extra treat of VIP. The crew is fantastic. The boat ride is over 2 hours so be prepared and also watch the weather reports. When you are there, the Island walk, glass bottom boat and snorkelling experience were so cool - first time snorkelling. There was fish feeding at the end of the day - the huge cod was a work of nature. Such a fabulous day seeing Green Turtles, lots of coloured fishies and coral. Nature truly is amazing and the way she is showcased is beautiful. Apologies I don't have more photos - technology and I are not playing well together at the momentread moreread less
Guest Experience, Marketing at Lady Musgrave Experience - Reef Tours, responded to this review - 2025-09-03
Thank you for sharing your birthday experience with us! We’re so glad you celebrated in VIP style and enjoyed your first snorkel along with the island walk, glass bottom boat and fish feeding. Spotting turtles, colourful fish and coral makes for a truly special day. We are thrilled our tour and crew made your day extra special and hope you come visit us again on your next birthday!
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Kym-Marie
30 Aug 2025
I highly recommend the tours offered by Lady Musgrave Experience to people of all ages. The boat ride although it is a long 2-2.5 hour journey each way, was incredibly easy and I took Travacalm tablets 30 min prior to boarding on their recommendation.
I did the Manta Safari which is geared for people who can swim out in open ocean, it was a clear day and we spotted the mantas which was a real unique treat for us who'd never seen them in the wild before. The island walking tour and the glass bottom boat tour was interesting and informative. While snorkelling a short distance from the pontoon we spotted turtles and even the resident octopus named by the locals "Octavia".
It was a little chilly in the water, definitely bring a steamer/full body length wetsuit (I wore a 3mm) if you get easily cold as my partner and I tend to. We enjoyed an amazing clear sky blue day with little wind which is not what I expected for mid-late August.
The team are wonderfully friendly, knowledgeable and I felt that we had received great value for money with their experience in navigating the reefs. Shout out to Alex and Emma who were really warm, attentive and happy to answer any questions. They are also happy to take photos which my partner and I happily took advantage of.
The lunch buffet (salad and some hot foods) and morn/afternoon teas were great, lots of variety and great for the health conscious. If you're vegetarian though, perhaps pack some extra protein snacks (eggs, protein bars or smoothie) as there are not really high protein offers for vegetarians in the buffet.
Thanks so much again for a magical experience LME team - we wish to be back someday again for the other tours.
I did the Manta Safari which is geared for people who can swim out in open ocean, it was a clear day and we spotted the mantas which was a real unique treat for us who'd never seen them in the wild before. The island walking tour and the glass bottom boat tour was interesting and informative. While snorkelling a short distance from the pontoon we spotted turtles and even the resident octopus named by the locals "Octavia".
It was a little chilly in the water, definitely bring a steamer/full body length wetsuit (I wore a 3mm) if you get easily cold as my partner and I tend to. We enjoyed an amazing clear sky blue day with little wind which is not what I expected for mid-late August.
The team are wonderfully friendly, knowledgeable and I felt that we had received great value for money with their experience in navigating the reefs. Shout out to Alex and Emma who were really warm, attentive and happy to answer any questions. They are also happy to take photos which my partner and I happily took advantage of.
The lunch buffet (salad and some hot foods) and morn/afternoon teas were great, lots of variety and great for the health conscious. If you're vegetarian though, perhaps pack some extra protein snacks (eggs, protein bars or smoothie) as there are not really high protein offers for vegetarians in the buffet.
Thanks so much again for a magical experience LME team - we wish to be back someday again for the other tours.
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Phuong
24 Aug 2025
What an adventure for our first time whale watching.
A little disappointed that the weather wasn’t the best which is typical when we book an exciting tour! I can imagine how amazing this tour would be with a beautiful blue sky.
Nonetheless our adventure was spectacular. A juvenile male whale entertained us for over an hour. He loved the attention ❤️
The crew were amazing especially Grace. Thank you 🙏 for helping me around the deck when it was choppy. Your morning tea and lunch were beautiful. Yum 😋 thank you to our captain for such informative narratives. We can’t wait to return on a sunny day 🥳
A little disappointed that the weather wasn’t the best which is typical when we book an exciting tour! I can imagine how amazing this tour would be with a beautiful blue sky.
Nonetheless our adventure was spectacular. A juvenile male whale entertained us for over an hour. He loved the attention ❤️
The crew were amazing especially Grace. Thank you 🙏 for helping me around the deck when it was choppy. Your morning tea and lunch were beautiful. Yum 😋 thank you to our captain for such informative narratives. We can’t wait to return on a sunny day 🥳
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Janeane
19 Aug 2025
had the most amazing time out with lady musgrave. went out two days in a row and saw the manta rays the first day and so many turtles and fish on the second day. All the staff were so nice, very passionate about their jobs and full of information about the island and wildlife. would 100% recommend and will definitley be coming back.
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Alannah
04 Aug 2025
Fantastic experience! The weather was perfect, the staff were knowledgeable, helpful and incredibly friendly. We encountered our first two whales within a very short distance from shore, and were able to take great photos. Once we moved further out, we encountered several more pods of whales, that came up to the boat and played. We also saw a couple of dolphins, just for good measure. Thoroughly enjoyable, and well worth the trip!
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Karin
29 Jul 2025
I went on this tour a couple of days ago and it was fantastic! The walking tour around the island, the glass-bottom boat, and the snorkelling were all incredible experiences. I also went on the Manta Ray safari, which was at an extra cost, in which you go to the outer reef to snorkel and see Manta Rays; while it was nice and we saw some, I didn’t have much time left for snorkeling around the inner reef, which I actually found to be much prettier. The highlight of the whole day though was being able to chat with Bella, the marine biologist who took us on the island tour and was always happy to answer all my questions. She is incredibly knowledgable and made the experience much more enjoyable! The whole team was also very nice and helpful, and always made sure you were comfortable. I highly recommend this.
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Adrià
14 Jul 2025
We went out for the day yesterday with the Lady Musgrave Experience team, and it was one of the best marine experiences yet. We've been fortunate enough to spend a lot of time in the ocean, and this tour has been our favourite so far. The organisation, the wildlife, the reef... It's incredibly special. Your entire team yesterday are assets to your business. The passion and excitement that Bella brought to the island walk and just general conversation around the wildlife was so engaging and fun. We got insanely lucky to spend what felt like 40 minutes or so in the water just hanging out with a beautiful manta. I'm so sorry because we forgot to write down the names of the two guys who took us on the manta safari, but you were both phenomenal. Seeing you free dive down—pictured—made us want to ditch the dive tanks next time we schedule a dive and finally learn to free dive!
The respect you all give to keeping the experience on the wildlife's terms was what really stood out for us, and the spectacular natural beauty that is only possible because of that ongoing respect. Thanks, legends!
My favourite moment was jumping in to snorkel the lagoon and gliding beside a Hawksbill Turtle for a moment! I'll remember that forever.
Can't recommend this tour and this team enough. If you're wanting to go out on the Southern Great Barrier Reef, these guys will make sure you have the experience of a lifetime. We will be back for sure!
The respect you all give to keeping the experience on the wildlife's terms was what really stood out for us, and the spectacular natural beauty that is only possible because of that ongoing respect. Thanks, legends!
My favourite moment was jumping in to snorkel the lagoon and gliding beside a Hawksbill Turtle for a moment! I'll remember that forever.
Can't recommend this tour and this team enough. If you're wanting to go out on the Southern Great Barrier Reef, these guys will make sure you have the experience of a lifetime. We will be back for sure!
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Brittany
14 Jul 2025
I recently had the pleasure of enjoying a full day out snorkeling at Lady Musgrave Island, and it was truly an incredible experience! From start to finish, the staff were attentive and dedicated to ensuring we had a memorable day.
We opted for the VIP upgrade, which was absolutely worth it. We were treated to a delightful morning tea and an afternoon cheeseboard, along with complimentary water bottles and travel mugs for our coffee. The tour of Lady Musgrave Island was both beautiful and informative.
In addition to snorkeling, we enjoyed a fantastic bottom boat tour, which offered great views of the marine life. We were lucky enough to see turtles and a variety of sea creatures, making the day even more special.
The entire experience was well organised, and I can't recommend it enough. If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure, the Lady Musgrave Experience is a must!
We opted for the VIP upgrade, which was absolutely worth it. We were treated to a delightful morning tea and an afternoon cheeseboard, along with complimentary water bottles and travel mugs for our coffee. The tour of Lady Musgrave Island was both beautiful and informative.
In addition to snorkeling, we enjoyed a fantastic bottom boat tour, which offered great views of the marine life. We were lucky enough to see turtles and a variety of sea creatures, making the day even more special.
The entire experience was well organised, and I can't recommend it enough. If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure, the Lady Musgrave Experience is a must!
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Lisa
09 Jul 2025
Great day out Had a top day, probably best experience snorkelling I have had. The staff were awesome always checking on you. Good facilities good spot had great weather.read moreread less
Mark
22 Mar 2025
Fantastic day out. Awesome day trip. Very friendly and highly knowledgeable staff. Filled the day with fantastic activities. Great amenities out on the reef HQ. Couldn’t fault the trip from start to finish.read moreread less
steven
17 Mar 2025
Fabulous trip to see and snorkel at the Reef This was an amazing trip to see Lady Musgrave island and snorkel over the reef. A fairly rough 2.5hrs out to the island, but the crew were absolutely fantastic, looking after people and providing whatever was needed. Once at the pontoon, we took a guided walk around the island, saw turtle hatching grounds, glass-bottom boat tour and then a couple of hours snorkeling or diving. Plenty of advice and support for beginners. Delicious lunch provided-this was excellent value for money. 10/10 for the crew and trip in general. Sooo glad we did this.read moreread less
Portrushian
09 Mar 2025
