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Discovery Holiday Parks
Rockhampton, Capricorn, QLD
Overview
From National Parks, to cave exploration and reef diving, if you have a sense of adventure you won’t be disappointed. But if this doesn’t appeal to you, maybe the average 300 days of sunshine each year will!
For the best of both worlds, you will find your own oasis at Discovery Holiday Parks - Rockhampton, situated right on the doorstep of this dynamic city. With 10 acres of award-winning tropically landscaped gardens including over 5000 Palms, exotic Bromeliad rock gardens, nature walks, waterfalls and water features you may find it a struggle to leave the park. But with the amazing adventure attractions and Rockhamptons largest shopping centre and retail precinct at your fingertips, we are sure you will find a reason!
Whether you want to make the most of every minute or simply relax and while away the hours, Rockhampton and Discovery Holiday Parks - Rockhampton has a holiday treat in store for everyone.
Specials
Take a break
Come and enjoy our new Golden Cane Villa’s
Includes an open plan feel of 1 Queen bed with Double bunks, kitchenette & microwave with large Ensuite bathroom
All linen supplied all for $122.00 per night
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Please quote Promo Code: 941
Features & Facilities
- Reception and Mini-Mart
- Two swimming pools
- Wading pool
- Bistro pool is a licensed area favourite for relaxing with a few drinks
- Half court tennis court
- TV and games room with arcade games and table tennis
- Movie projector showing the latest releases
- Two internet kiosks
- Licensed air-conditioned restaurant
- BBQ hut
- Tourist information
- Landscaped gardens
Conference and Functions Centre
The Conference & Function Centre is an ideal, totally in-house venue for conferences, weddings and those special occasions. A Conference Kit is available detailing menus, accommodation, room facilities, capacity and character of each room. Please email an enquiry today for your copy.
Accommodation
Floorplan
Deluxe - Starlight Apartment (sleeps 4)
Apartments have 2 bedrooms with queen beds (all linen included). Full bathroom with shower and toilet. Kitchen features modern appliances, including dishwasher and large fridge/freezer. Apartments feature a large lounge and dining area, with LCD TV (inc Austar), DVD player and Playstation. Telephone has Data Input and Broadband Internet access. Verandah with BBQ and outdoor setting. All rooms have reverse cycle split system air-conditioners and ceiling fans.
Disabled Facilities include:
- Wheelchair access ramp with handrails
- Toilet and shower with handrails
- Fold down shower seat
- Disabled telephone
- Dedicated parking next to the Apartment's access ramp
- Disability friendly reception and restaurant
New from June 2007, these 4.5 star apartments have it all!
- 3 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- Full kitchen with dishwasher, washing machines and dryers
- Large decks with own BBQ and outdoor setting
- Telephone
- High Speed Internet Access
- Split system airconditioning in every bedroom
- LCD TV's with Austar (free), DVD and Playstation
- 2 night minimum stay
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Deluxe - King Spa Suite (sleeps 2)
Newly refurbished, you will love the space and comfortable couch to curl up on after a spa! 4 star rating.
- Spacious room with king size bed
- Sofa couch
- Motel facilities
- Two person spa bath
- Airconditioning
- Bar fridge, kettle toaster
- Telephone
- TV with free Austar
- High speed internet access
- Back patio opens onto gardens
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Deluxe - Family Suite (sleeps 4)
2 bedrooms, 2 airconditioners, 2 TV's both with free Austar...you don't have to compromise!
- 2 bedroom family room
- Queen size bed and two singles
- Airconditioning in both bedrooms
- Television with free Austar
- Bar fridge, kettle and toaster
- Telephone
- High speed internet access
- Back patio opens onto gardens
Deluxe - Family Room (sleeps 4)
Newly refurbished Family accommodation in a large open plan room. 1 x Queen and 1 x Single bed plus a futon sofa, accommodate up to 4 persons with full Motel facilities. Bar fridge, kettle, telephone, TV with free Austar and cable High Speed Internet Access. Back patio opens onto gardens.
- Queen size bed and 1 single bed plus futon sofa
- Full motel facilities
- Bar fridge and kettle
- Telephone
- TV with free Austar
- High speed internet access
- Back patio opens onto gardens
Floorplan
Deluxe - Motel Room (sleeps 3)
A spacious corporate favourite! Newly refurbished these corporate rooms are a real winner with either a single or couch to complement the queen bed. Workstaions are fully equipped to suit the business needs.
- Queen bed and single bed or couch
- Work desk
- Reverse cycle airconditioning
- Bar fridge, kettle and toaster
- Telephone
- TV with free Austar
- High speed internet access
- Back patio opens onto gardens
A home away from home!
- Two bedroom luxury villa
- Two queen split-able beds
- Lounge room
- Full kitchen
- Dining area
- Covered veranda
- Reverse cycle airconditioning
- Full kitchen, microwave, oven and 4 hot plate
- TV with free Austar
- Wireless internet access
- All linen supplied
Leisure Villa is the ultimate in comfort, luxury and affordability. Two villas have been designed specially for people with disabilities. 4 Star rating.
- Queen bedroom
- Lounge room
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Reverse cycle airconditioning
- Large TV with free Austar and DVD player
- Wireless internet access
This 4 star Villa is beautifully finished with all the comfort of home.
- Two bedrooms with queen split-able beds
- Pull out sofa bed
- Lounge room with TV/DVD
- Main bedroom with 2nd TV
- Free Austar
- Full kitchen with oven, 4 burner hot plates, microwave and fridge/freezer
- Wireless internet access
- Covered verandah
Motel Suites with a difference!! Tropical Chalet's have a 4 star rating.
- Stand alone 4 star Chalet
- Kitchenette and full motel facilities
- Queen bed and single bed
- Second bedroom with two or three bunk
- Airconditioning
- Telephone
- TV with free Austar
- High speed internet access
- Patio with outdoor setting
- Private garden
Studio Rooms are a cosy option for travelling singles and couples.
- Queen size bed
- Full motel facilities
- Airconditioning
- Bar fridge, kettle and toaster
- Telephone
- TV with free Austar
- High speed internet access
Space and comfort with a 4 star rating!
- Two bedroom villas
- King size bed
- Two singles in second bedroom (can be joined)
- Lounge room
- 2 person spa
- Covered verandah
- Reverse cycle airconditoning
- Full kitchen, with microwave, oven and 4 hot plates
- 2 x TV with free Austar
- Wireless internet access
- All linen supplied
4 star accommodation, ideal for larger families and groups.
- Main with queen split-able
- 2nd bedroom with 4 bunk beds
- Kitchen with 4 plate burner and microwave
- Iron and ironing board
- Lounge and dining area
- TV with free Austar
- Wireless internet access
- Small patio
- Linen required for single beds
- Open Plan 1 Bedroom Villa
- 1 Queen bed with Double bunks
- En-suite bathroom
- Kitchenette & Microwave
- Flat screen TV
Affordable family accommodation with main bed semi-partitioned off from rest of villa. 3 stars.
- Double bed, single bed and triple bunks (no linen on single beds)
- Kitchenette
- Ensuite
- Small TV, no remote
- Internet wireless access
- Patio area
(Recently renovated) Affordable family accommodation in a open plan setting. 3 stars.
- Main with Queen bed
- 3 Bunks- no linen
- kitchenette
- Ensuite bathroom
- Flat screen TV & Free Austar
- Airconditioning
- Wireless Internet Access
- Patio Area
Budget non-ensuited cabin. Sleeps up to 5 persons.
- Open plan
- Double bed, single and two bunks (no linen provided)
- Limited cooking facilities
- Small TV
- Airconditioning
- Situated close to the amenities block
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Powered & Unpowered Sites
Powered sites are available for vans, campers and tents. There is a second amenities block and barbecue facilities near by. Wireless Internet Access available throughout park.
- All sites are elevated above the roadways for excellent drainage
- All sites are 9m minimum in width, with varying depths to accommodate different vehicles
- Each caravan site possesses an individual sullage point and water taps, concrete tracks, annex pad and car tracks
- Powered sites can accommodate campers requiring electricity
- The campground contains a BBQ hut (including tables and chairs, water etc)
Attractions & Activities
Recommended length of stay: 2 - 3 Days
Must Do's:
- CapricornCaves
- Great Keppel Island
- Byfield National Park
Mix & Match:
1 Day - Capricorn Coast
Situated just 30 minutes away, the Capricorn Coast is a visitor's paradise offering a myriad of attractions and activities to choose from with options including:
1. Cruise Keppel Bay
- Visit Great Keppel Island on a fabulous day cruise with Freedom Fast Cats inclusive of morning & afternoon teas, a delicious BBQ lunch, coral viewing and fish feeding. Everyone will thrill to the boom-net (or 'ocean spa' as it is referred to on board) and there is plenty of time available for snorkeling & swimming. While on Great Keppel Island enjoy bush walking and bird watching or just sit back and soak in the magnificence of Keppel Bay looking back towards the mainland - refer www.freedomfastcats.com.au
OR
- Uncover the best kept secrets of the Keppel Group of Islands under sail on board Funtastic Cruises' luxury 17m catamaran. Swim, snorkel, relax on deck, trawl or throw in a line at one of the secluded coves visited. Day cruises include morning & afternoon teas, refreshments, snorkeling gear, stinger suits (if required), towels and a 2 hour stopover on Great Keppel Island. Note that lunch is BYO and is not provided – refer www.funtasticcruises.com
2. Explore the Capricorn Coast's Scenic Loop Tourist Drive
If cruising isn't your preference, explore this scenic touring route stopping first at Queensland's first crocodile farm - Koorana Crocodile Farm. Home to 3,000 of nature's oldest 'children', weighing in from 100g to 800kg, guided tours are available daily at 10.30am & 1.00pm with a variety of crocodile meat dishes on offer for lunch. The gift shop also has a fabulous range of crocodile leather products at farm gate prices – refer www.koorana.com.au
Continue on to Emu Park stopping off at the Singing Ship Monument (yes this does produce a musical sound in a gentle sea breezes) to capture the magnificent vista out over Keppel Bay.
Meander northwards to the Coast's main town of Yeppoon where a visit to the award winning Horse & Carriage will take you on a journey back in time as you view Queensland's largest collection of beautifully restored horse drawn vehicles on public display - refer www.thehorseandcarriage.com
Then for an absolute contrast, walk around the corner to the award winning Champions Brock Experience, a living legacy to Australian icon and motorsport legend, Peter Brock. This is the largest collection of Peter Brock memorabilia, race & road cars in the country and the Legend Show Spectacular relives his life with footage set to music and light show – refer www.championsbrockexperience.com.au
From Yeppoon the Scenic Loop Tourist Drive then cuts inland again towards Rockhampton, 38kms away.
3. Byfield National Park
If you are a craft and nature lover or 4WD & fishing enthusiast, then a trip to the Byfield National Park is a 'must do'. Situated some 78 kms from Discovery Holiday Parks - Rockhampton, this region is home to the rare Byfield Fern (Bohemia Serrata) with its major waterway, Waterpark Creek, host to ancient & towering remnant rainforest with many resident birds and animals.
Make your first stop, the award winning Nob Creek Pottery where you will see hundreds of beautifully handmade items on exhibit and all available for purchase. At the pottery there is also a children's playground and picnic facilities for family enjoyment plus a tropical rock pool to cool off in after a relaxing bush walk - refer www.cqnet.com.au/nobcreekpottery
Stop next at Waterpark Farm for a 3 hour journey through untouched tropical rainforest along Waterpark Creek finishing with a guided tour on a horse drawn wagon through a fully working Tea Tree Farm - refer www.waterparkecotours.com
For a light lunch, visit the Bush Café at the Byfield General Store which has on offer an all day breakfast and a great variety of burgers, sandwiches (toasted & untoasted), pies and drinks to choose from.
On your return journey, stop off at Cooberrie Park Wildlife Sanctuary, home to over 300 native animals where you can walk alongside and hand feed kangaroo's, peacocks and a variety of water birds, cuddle a koala or if you're very brave, handle a snake. Also available are interactive animal shows at 1.00pm daily - refer www.cooberriepark.com.au
2 Hours - Mt Archer
As evidenced by the number of large and impressive concrete bulls that adorn the city, Rockhampton is acknowledged as the Beef Capital of Australia and to start off a day of exploration, there is no better way than to first drive to the top of its highest peak, Mt Archer. From the summit you can see spectacular panoramic views of the city and Fitzroy River, the inland ranges and Capricorn Coast.
4 Hours - Capricorn Caves
Located just 23kms north of the city and winner of many major tourism awards, the Capricorn Caves are a unique system of above-ground limestone caves formed from an ancient coral reef over 400 million years ago, through which hourly guided tours are available daily. The cave's huge domed Cathedral Cavern will simply take your breath away with its peaceful serenity and amazing natural acoustics. Tours range from easy walking and wheelchair accessible to wild caving adventure experiences. There is also a kiosk and gift shop for your convenience where you can grab a coffee and light lunch whilst enjoying the peaceful surrounds of nature - refer www.capricorncaves.com.au
1 Hour - Heritage Village
This is a working museum where you will learn what it was like to live in the area between the 1850's & 1950's.
1 Hour - Heritage Walk / Archer Park Rail Museum
Take a stroll along the riverfront's Heritage Walk on the banks of the mighty Fitzroy River and if you are a railways enthusiast, a visit to the Archer Park Rail Museum is sure to please.
2 Hours - Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
Enjoy some refreshments under the banyon figs in the 130 year old Rockhampton Botanic Gardens, regarded as one of the best regional gardens in Australia and recently awarded with heritage listing.
1 Day - Mount Morgan / Mt Hay Gemstone Tourist Park
An easy drive of 40 minutes from Rockhampton via Bouldercombe, will find historical Mount Morgan which was established as a gold mining town in 1882 and continued to produce gold, silver and copper until the mine was closed in 1981. Entry to the old mine is restricted to guided tours only operated by TMC Guided Tours. These 2 hour plus tours depart from the Mount Morgan Railway station (also home to the Tourist Information Center) at 10.30am & 1.00pm daily and include a complete tour of the town taking in its traditional architecture, the heritage listed gold mine with its Open Cut Pit, main stack and aged buildings and the Fire Clay Caverns famous for early Jurassic Dinosaur footprints – refer www.tmctours.com.au
Leave Mount Morgan and take the road to the Capricorn Highway (A4) where a turn left will lead you to the Mt Hay Gemstone Tourist Park (approx. 30kms from the turnoff). Here you can experience the excitement of a guided tour that includes the excitement of fossicking for thundereggs, viewing the gemstone cutting & polishing operations and inspection of the pewter crafting workshop. Gemstone & pewter products available for purchase from the gift shop - refer www.mthaygems.com.au The return drive back to Rockhampton will take you around 30 minutes and passes through Gracemere, home to the largest livestock saleyards in the Southern Hemisphere.
1 Day - Blackwater International Coal Centre
If an insight into the Central Queensland coalmining industry is of interest, (and you are not travelling to Lake Maraboon & Longreach after finally departing "Rocky' - if you are, leave this option until then), a visit to the Blackwater International Coal Centre is just the thing.
Blackwateris an approximate 2 hour drive inland from Rockhampton and the International Coal Centre which opened in August 2008 showcases an amazing perspective of the Australian coal industry through interactive displays and intricate 3D models that will keep people of all ages captivated and intrigued for hours. Watch the entire open cut mining process from start to finish on a massive theatre screen or take a simulated ride in a dragline, coal hauler, tug boat or ship loader. And, if you still want more, be sure not to miss a guided tour (Note: the wearing of fully enclosed shoes is a compulsory safety & health requirement) to see first-hand a real working coal mine and experience the scale of operations and massive equipment used in the coal industry - refer www.bicc.com.au
Don't forget to leave enough time to relax by one of the Park's two fresh water swimming pools or for the more energetic, play a game of half court tennis. In the evening enjoy a delicious meal in the Park's fully licensed Bistro or Restaurant (the Bistro can also provide takeaways if preferred).
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DISCOVERY HOLIDAY PARKS - ROCKHAMPTON
GUEST DISCOUNT VOUCHER PROGRAM
(All offers valid to 31 December 2009 and only if booked direct with each applicable Operator)
Freedom Fast Cats: 10% off all cruises
Funtastic Cruises: $10.00 off per cruise booking
Koorana Crocodile Farm: $2.00 off the adult Entry Fee
The Horse & Carriage: Special rate of $10.00 per Adult (usually $12.00), $3.00 per Child (10 - 18 years inclusive - usually $5.00) and $25.00 per Family (i.e. 2 Adults & unlimited children - usually $30.00). Children under 10 years of age are free when accompanied by an Adult
Champions Brock Experience: Admittance to the Light & Sound Show at the cost of the normal Guided Tour ( a savings of $12 .00 per Adult/Senior, $3.00 per Child and $39.00 for a Family (2A + 2C) as at 01/12/08)
Nob Creek Pottery: 10% discount store wide
Cooberie Park Wildlife Sanctuary: Free bag of animal feed per paying guest
CapricornCaves: 10% off the Cathedral Cave Tour
BONUS OPTION: Should your onward travelling plans take you west into the Central Highlands towards Lake Maraboon and Longreach, a visit to the Blackwater International Coal Centre at Blackwater (approx. 3.5 hours from Benaraby via Biloela) is highly recommended.
BlackwaterInternational Coal Centre: Adult and Seniors admission at
Children's Prices - i.e. currently, Interpretive Centre: $10.00 pp (normally $19.00) & Mine Tour: $10.00pp (normally $18.00) when booked independently. Combined Tour: $17.00pp (normally $33.00). Price for accompanying children remains as advertised
Upcoming Events
08.06.10
Rockhampton Show: 8 – 10 June 2010
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Lat: -24° 39' 18" Long: 150° 31' 17"
Rockhampton
394 Yaamba Road
North Rockhampton
Queensland 4701
T: (07) 4926 3822
F: (07) 4928 8510
Free Call: 1800 815 563
