Muttonbirds by moonlight guided tour
Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve
Overview
Join us on a short, guided evening tour for a chance to see the birds that give Muttonbird Island its name. We'll walk the breakwall path together from Coffs Harbour to Muttonbird Island.
- When
Friday, 4 April 2025. 7.30 to 9.00pm.
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Grade
- Easy. Suitable for children 5 years and over.
- Price
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Adult $20 per person. Child (5-16 years) $10 per person. Family (2 adults, 2 children) $50.
- Meeting point
- Muttonbird Island Outdoor learning space
- Bookings
- Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 for more information or book online.
The Wedge-tailed Shearwaters, or Muttonbirds, arrive at the island after completing their amazing long-haul flight from winter feeding grounds in South East Asia. Come along to celebrate their arrival on this award-winning evening tour.
Meet your experienced NPWS guide at the outdoor learning space and learn about the strong cultural significance the island holds for the local Gumbayyngirr people.
You’ll then venture onto the island to catch a glimpse of the Muttonbirds who have been using the area as a rookery for thousands of years. You’ll learn about the interesting lifecycle and biology of these migratory seabirds. If you’re visiting during the late summer months, be on the lookout for fluffy chicks waiting for their parents to return with dinner.
This hugely popular activity will engage all the family. It’s a good idea to bring a small personal torch, insect repellent and to wear something warm.
Bookings
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Park info
- in Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve in the North Coast region
Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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