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One of the fingerlings raised at the farm at three months old
Map of Barramundi Discovery Centre
148 Yappar Street
Karumba
Queensland 4891 Australia

Barramundi Discovery Centre
Karumba, Gulf Savannah

07 4745 9359
barrafarm@bigpond.com

Description

Did you realise Karumba has the only hatchery in the world which breeds the Southern Gulf strain of Barramundi? The importance of the Barramundi Discovery Centre and hatchery may sometimes be overlooked with the focus on Karumba as a Mecca for recreational fishing - but what a fascinating place to visit. The centre operates as a tourist attraction as well as undertaking the serious side of breeding barramundi for release into the gulf river systems and impoundments. The hatchery is a registered charity and has been operational for 19 years. A visit to the Centre will give you a totally new view on this iconic fish and its special environment of just one tide a day which surrounds Karumba.

Property Details

Facilities

  • Car park
    Car park
  • First Aid Equipment
    First Aid Equipment
  • Guide
    Guide
  • Viewing Platform
    Viewing Platform
  • Visitor Information Centre
    Visitor Information Centre

Open Times

Note: From May to end of September Monday to Friday with tours at 1000, 1100, 1300, 1400 and 1500.
Public Holidays: Closed Public Holidays

Other Information

Pets Allowed:
Yes. Dogs permitted on leash for the tour.

How To Get There

Located two kilometres past the Karumba Post Office - one kilometre past the big mine shed.


Entry Costs

EntryCostValid From 
Adult$12.50   01 Jan - 31 Dec    
Child
(Aged 5-16)
$5.00   01 Jan - 31 Dec   Children under five are free
Concession$11.00   01 Jan - 31 Dec   Must show a concession card to receive the concession price

* Please note: These rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum available costs of listed products and services. To obtain a firm price from the provider, please use the contact the operator. All prices are quoted in Australian dollars.

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