Walking Tours Welsby

Experience an island escape where birdlife and coastal
beauty take center stage. Easily accessible from the mainland via a single
bridge, Bribie Island offers diverse habitats, making it a premier spot for
birdwatching and nature appreciation.
After pick-up, we travel to the shores of the Pumicestone
Passage, a calm and sheltered waterway known for its rich birdlife. Here, we
take a leisurely walk along the beachfront, where waders, shorebirds, and bush
birds can often be seen feeding and resting. Seasonal wildflowers add colour to
the landscape, while clear views across the water reveal the distant Glass
House Mountains.
We continue to Kakadu Beach at Banksia Beach, a peaceful
coastal park and an important roosting area for migratory shorebirds. This
quiet spot is ideal for observing migratory shorebirds. You may see a wide
variety of species, including stilts, oystercatchers, curlews, and sandpipers.
Your guide will help identify birds and share insights into their behaviour and
migration patterns. This makes the experience rewarding for both casual
observers and keen birdwatchers.
Depending on the tides, we finish the tour at Buckley’s Hole
Conservation Park, one of the island’s most significant natural areas. This
diverse reserve includes a freshwater lagoon, woodlands, open forest,
mangroves, and a quiet beach. More than 190 recorded bird species have been
recorded here. It is a haven for birdlife and offers excellent opportunities
for wildlife observation in a peaceful setting.
This tour is ideal for those who enjoy a slower pace, with
time to observe, photograph, and appreciate the subtle details of coastal
ecosystems. It offers a rewarding mix of birdwatching, scenic landscapes, and
relaxed exploration on one of Queensland’s most accessible islands.