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Barunguba Montague Island walking track

Barunguba Montague Island Nature Reserve

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Overview

This 1.5 km coastal walk around Barunguba Montague Island is short but challenging. It takes you past the historic lighthouse and precious penguin breeding boxes.

Distance
1.5km loop
Time suggested
2hrs 30min
Grade
Medium
What to
bring
Drinking water, hat, sunscreen
Please note
  • A minimum age of 5 years applies for all visitors to Barunguba Montague Island.
  • You can choose a longer morning tour (2.5hrs on the island) or a shorter afternoon tour (1.5hrs on the island).
  • During September to February we also have our 1.5 hour evening penguin viewing tour.
  • You'll need to walk up a gradual but steep pathway to the lighthouse at the highest point on the island. You can tour through the lighthouse, but this isn't guaranteed and depends on weather conditions and group size.
  • Remember to take your binoculars if you want to bird, whale or dolphin watch.
  • The island can be windy. A windproof jacket is a good idea at all times.
  • Tours may be subject to late cancellation in the event of unfavourable weather and sea conditions.

See the splendours of Barunguba Montague Island with one of our knowledgeable guides on guided tour of this outstanding nature reserve. The effort of climbing the steep, paved track will be well worth it, as the walk reveals the lighthouse against a dramatic island backdrop.

Once you’ve captured the perfect Montague Island Lighthouse photo, it will be time to soak in the 360 degree views. Ascending the circular lighthouse stairs will give you an insight into the daily life of a lighthouse keeper from times gone by. Reaching the top, you’ll be duly rewarded with an incredible panoramic vista taking in the east coast of Australia.

The walk leads you past penguin breeding boxes where you’ll learn how conservation and revegetation programs on Barunguba Montague Island help protect these unique animals. And if that’s not enough, seals, whales, dolphins and migratory seabirds are all regular visitors.

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