VISIT

Learn about all that the Les Wilson Barramundi Discovery Centre has to offer.

DISCOVER

Explore the Karumba region and enjoy the local experiences.

PLAN

Find all the information you need to get here and around at our Visitor Information Centre.

DISCOVER THE AMAZING SECRETS OF THE MIGHTY BARRAMUNDI AT THE LES WILSON BARRAMUNDI DISCOVERY CENTRE, THE ONLY HATCHERY IN THE WORLD TO BREED THE SOUTHERN GULF STRAIN OF THIS ICONIC FISH!

The interactive and state of the art Interpretive Centre provides the history, stories, lifecycle and habits of these sought-after fish. Discover the wetlands and mangroves and learn about the incredible birdlife and stunning southern Gulf flora.

Wet season hours are now operating

OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY

9am to 12pm

CLOSED SUNDAYS*

*OPENING HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

OPENING HOURS

October – March (Wet Season)

9:00am – 12:00pm – Monday -Saturday

CLOSED SUNDAYS

April – September – Monday – Saturday 9:00am to 4:00pm*

SUNDAYS CLOSED

Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years’ Day

*opening times subject to change without notice

BOOK YOUR TICKETS

Purchase your tickets for one of our guided tours online in advance! Tours can get booked out quickly, make sure you secure your spot by booking online!

BARRA BITES CAFÉ

The café is

CLOSED

Join us for coffee, cakes, shakes, Barra & chips and more by the saltwater lagoon.

*opening times subject to change without notice

FIND OUT WHAT ELSE KARUMBA HAS TO OFFER!

When you visit the Barra Centre, make sure you take time to explore the rest of Karumba. There are lots to do and see! Karumba is a fisherman’s paradise with a huge array of fish, crabs and prawns in the area. Jump on a fishing charter or take a river and sunset tour to explore the amazing birdlife, as well as crabs and crocodiles. Visit the Karumba Swimming Pool and Waterpark with the kids for a cool down. Or just relax at the the Sunset Tavern with its uninterrupted views across the mouth of the Norman River and Gulf of Carpentaria.