Overview

Benaraby is part of the popular Calliope Shire tourism district which boasts the fabulous Lake Awoonga, a national park, horse riding trails, bush camps, historical homesteads and lookouts with spectacular views over the entire Port Curtis area. Located close to the coast, you have easy access to revel in the region's fantastic beaches and to all the attractions of the Great Barrier Reef. What more could anyone want!

Discovery Holiday Parks - Benaraby is the perfect base to unwind or for exploring the region. With a perfect tranquil river frontage to enjoy and wake up to and 12 acres of camping grounds, powered sites that are big rig friendly and a dump point, let the days drift away as you relax in this peaceful setting, or explore the area with vigor. Whatever your heart desires. And for those fishing enthusiasts, fear not, you will be well catered for with boat ramps provided at Boyne Island, Tannum Sands, Calliope River and the Narrows.

For a holiday with everything, make sure you get to Discover Holiday Parks - Bernaraby. You won’t regret it.

Specials

No specials are available at this time.

Features & Facilities

• Swimming pool
• Big Rig Friendly
• BBQ & Camp Kitchen
• Restaurant, Kiosk & General Store nearby
• Limited internet facilities
• Dump point
• Public telephone nearby
• Photocopy & fax service
• Laundry
• Bike hire
• DVD players & movie hire
• Jumping pillow
• Gas & LPG refills and fuel available at Service Station adjacent to park
• Tourist information
• Boomgate security
• RV, Caravan, Camper Trailer or Boat Storage
• 1/2km of picturesque river frontage with boat ramp
• Beautiful grassy riverbanks
• Great fishing & mud crabs

Accommodation

Floorplan

Park Map

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Deluxe - Luxury Villa (sleeps 6)

Our luxury 2 bedroom villas feature a lounge, separate dining area, full kitchen, queen size beds and rural views, largest accommodating up to 6 people. One Villa can sleep up to 8 people.

• Star Rating - 4 Star
• Airconditioning
• Full large kitchen and facilities
• TV & DVD
• Austar
• Large outdoor verandah with views
• BBQ and outside dining

Contact the park for more information about the rates for this type of accomodation.

All cabins are based on two people per night.

Extra Adult/Child: $12.00/$10.00

Bookings: are not confirmed until the required security deposits are received.

Cancellation: where bookings are cancelled less than 14 days prior to arrival, a refund will still be made if the site/accommodation has been re-let.

Refunds: all refunds subject to a $22.00 cancellation fee.

Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by their parents.

Floorplan

Park Map

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Standard - Family Cabin (sleeps 4)

• Star Rating - 3 Star
• Double bed
• 2 bunk beds
• Ensuite
• TV - LCD wall mounted
• Kitchenette
• Airconditioning
• Deck with outdoor setting

Contact the park for more information about the rates for this type of accomodation.

All cabins are based on two people per night.

Extra Adult/Child: $12.00/$10.00

Bookings: are not confirmed until the required security deposits are received.

Cancellation: where bookings are cancelled less than 14 days prior to arrival, a refund will still be made if the site/accommodation has been re-let.

Refunds: all refunds subject to a $22.00 cancellation fee.

Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by their parents.

Floorplan

Park Map

Photos

Standard - Park Cabin (sleeps 2)

• Star rating - 3 star
• Double bed
• Fold out sofa bed
• TV - LCD wall mounted
• Ensuite
• Kitchenette
• Airconditioning
• Deck with outdoor setting

Contact the park for more information about the rates for this type of accomodation.

All cabins are based on two people per night.

Extra Adult/Child: $12.00/$10.00

Bookings: are not confirmed until the required security deposits are received.

Cancellation: where bookings are cancelled less than 14 days prior to arrival, a refund will still be made if the site/accommodation has been re-let.

Refunds: all refunds subject to a $22.00 cancellation fee.

Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by their parents.

Park Map

Photos

Economy - Park Cabin (sleeps 5)

• Star rating - 2 star
• Airconditioning
• Limited cooking facilities
• Ensuite (not all cabins have en-suite)
• Microwave
• Television

Contact the park for more information about the rates for this type of accomodation.

All cabins are based on two people per night.

Extra Adult/Child: $12.00/$10.00

Bookings: are not confirmed until the required security deposits are received.

Cancellation: where bookings are cancelled less than 14 days prior to arrival, a refund will still be made if the site/accommodation has been re-let.

Refunds: all refunds subject to a $22.00 cancellation fee.

Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by their parents.

Park Map

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Ensuite Sites

We have 8 ensuite powered sites, one of which is a drive thru. All sites include 2 towels, a hand towel, a bath mat and complimentary toiletries.

Type of Accommodation:	Off Peak:	Shoulder:	Peak:
Ensuite Sites	n/a	n/a	$40.00

All site are based on two people per night.

Extra Adult/Child: $12.00/$10.00

Bookings: are not confirmed until the required security deposits are received.

Cancellation: where bookings are cancelled less than 14 days prior to arrival, a refund will still be made if the site/accommodation has been re-let.

Refunds: all refunds subject to a $15.00 cancellation fee.

Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by their parents.

Park Map

Photos

Powered & Unpowered Sites

The park currently has 47 powered tourist sites of which 40 have concrete slabs and one is drive thru. The other 7 are very large and are grassed with plenty of room to position the largest of RV's. All BIG RIG's are welcome and catered for including a Dump Point.

There are 12 acres of grassland, over looking the Boyne River for un-powered sites, none of which are designated. It is your choice where you set up to enjoy your time with us.

We offer good facilities including the popular camp kitchen, a BBQ area located in a shady palm-lined setting, a pool and jumping pillow.

Contact the park for more information about the rates for this type of accomodation.

All site are based on two people per night.

Extra Adult/Child: $12.00/$10.00

Bookings: are not confirmed until the required security deposits are received.

Cancellation: where bookings are cancelled less than 14 days prior to arrival, a refund will still be made if the site/accommodation has been re-let.

Refunds: all refunds subject to a $15.00 cancellation fee.

Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by their parents.

Attractions & Activities

Recommended length of stay: 2 -3 Days

1 day - Lake Awoonga

Benaraby is a popular destination because of the world-class Barramundi hatchery developed at Lake Awoonga, situated only 10kms from the Park. Lake Awoonga is a jewel of the Bass to Barra Trail (a touring trail of nine Queensland lakes which collectively provide some of the best freshwater sport fishing opportunities and competitions in Australia) and is a must for any fishing enthusiast. Fishing is open all year round, with a limit applying only in the closed season from November to February.

You can choose to fish from your own boat or hire one lakeside from Lake Awonga Houseboats & Leisure Craft Hire. If however you prefer to utilise the expertise of a local fishing tour operator, then look no further than Johnny Mitchell from Lake Awoonga Guided Barra Fishing Charters. Johnny has over 20 years practical experience fishing for Barramundi and his specialised knowledge is sure to be useful to anyone who chooses to fish with him - refer www.fishawoonga.com.au

In addition to fishing, many other activities can be enjoyed at Lake Awoonga. Its calm waters are an ideal place to swim, sail, canoe or ski and the surrounding naturally sculpted stunning landscape is teeming with a wondrous array of plants, animals and birds, making it a great place for bushwalking, bird watching and photography. Excellent facilities are also provided at the Lake including a café, picnic shelters, barbeques, toilets, playground and landscaped walking trails. 

For another perspective of beautiful Lake Awoonga, enjoy a morning tea cruise (Sundays & Wednesdays only and with a sunset cruise also available on Saturday's only) on the lady of the lake, 'Lady Helen', a lovingly restored historic 81 year old ferry. Bookings essential for all cruises - refer www.lakeawoongahouseboats.com.au

2 Hours - Cedar Galleries Artists Village

Should local arts and crafts be of appeal, a visit to the fascinating and inspiring Cedar Galleries Artists Village situated just 5kms north of the Park along the Bruce Highway, is worthwhile. Built totally by hand, these galleries are a tribute to those who created them.  Walk through the village and take in the many masterpieces that have been created by local and visiting artists and are available for purchase at bargain prices. Watch in awe as crafts people delicately produce intricate pieces of furniture or sculpture and artists express themselves on canvas.

Alternatively you can participate in one of the Village's regularly held workshops or seminars. Relax in the peaceful bush surrounds and enjoy a coffee and light snack or sample locally produced Waratah Vineyard wine at the cellar door. Cedar Galleries is Open Thursday - Sunday only from 9.00am to 4.00pm - refer www.cedargalleries.com.au

½ Day – Gladstone

Spend the day exploring the nearby city of Gladstone whose industrial growth was launched in the sixties following recognition of its excellent harbour combined with the availability of services, transport systems and raw materials. The city's industries operate round the clock and employ several thousand people providing a sound economic base for the region.

Gladstone offers a number of attractions and activities that will entertain you for as long as you please with some of the more popular options including:

FREE GUIDED INDUSTRY TOURS (from February to November only, excluding public holidays & weekends). Bookings are essential through the Gladstone Visitors Information Centre in Bryan Jordan Drive - (07) 4972 9000. Tours available to:

• The world's largest alumina refinery operated by Queensland Aluminia Limited (QAL)
•   Queensland's largest multi-commodity port operated by the Central Queensland Ports Authority (CQPA)
•   Queensland's largest power station operated by NRG
•   The Rio Tinto Alcan Yarwun alumina refinery and the Boyne Smelters Ltd aluminium smelter

For more details on these Free Tours refer www.gladstoneregion.info

½ Day - Tondoon Botanical Gardens

Situated on the southern outskirts of Gladstone, Tondoon Botanic Gardens is one of Australia's few totally native gardens and maintains a scientific collection from two main areas, the Port Curtis Region and North Queensland. The 104 hectares abounds with an appealing range of sites and ecosystems including a lake with forest surroundings and the Mt Biondello bush walk. A recent edition to the Gardens is the Japanese Teahouse built in 2000 by Shiggeru Shimatzu, using traditional construction methods. It is the first stage of an ongoing project to construct a Japanese garden. Colourful birdlife, wallabies, turtles, butterflies and native fauna accentuate the Gardens' striking display of flora. Picnic areas and barbeques are available, as well as a visitor centre and café with wide viewing deck. Entry to the Gardens is free and free guided tours are available by arrangement on weekdays - refer www.gladstoneregion.info

2Hours - Gecko Valley Winery

Located 100m behind the Tondoon Botanical Gardens, this multi award winning viticulture experiment has met with enormous success and is famous for its 'Lazy Lizard Red' and 'Liqueur Mead'. Situated on 100 hectares, the winery's tranquil bush setting features fountains, waterfalls and over 150 rose bushes and is the perfect surroundings to sample locally made wine and produce. Treat yourself to an alfresco meal at the Rose Garden Café before retreating to the Lazy Lizard Gallery where works by local artists and hand-crafted jewellery can be viewed and purchased. A visit to Gecko Valley Winery will leave your senses tingling - refer www.geckovally.com.au

2Hours - Gladstone Harbour Ferries

Relax and view the many interesting features of Gladstone Harbour (Queensland's largest harbour) whilst listening to a descriptive commentary and enjoying morning tea on the 2 hour Coffee Cruise aboard the 'Curtis Endeavour'. Cruise operates every Wednesday from 1^st May through to 31st October only – refer www.curtisferryservices.com.au

Don't forget to allow some relaxation time by the Park's salt water swimming pool or throwing a line into the Boyne River that runs along the bottom of the Park or try your luck fishing for mud crabs.

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DISCOVERY HOLIDAY PARKS – Benaraby

GUEST DISCOUNT VOUCHER PROGRAM

(All offers valid to 31 December 2009 and only if booked direct with each applicable Operator)

Cedar Galleries Artists Village: Free Entry

Gecko Valley Wines: 10% Off selected wines and liqueurs

PLUS

 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.

Blackwater International Coal Centre: Adult and Seniors admission atChildren'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.