1770 LARC! Tours

Welcome to the Town of 1770, a place of immense historical significance as the second landing site of Captain James Cook in Australia. But today, we are here for a different kind of exploration: the 1770 LARC! …

Before we depart, let us take a moment to examine the remarkable piece of machinery that will be our guide. The LARC-V was engineered for versatility, capable of transporting cargo from ships to shore across diverse coastlines…

One of the most exhilarating moments of the tour is the 'splashdown'—the moment the LARC leaves the solid ground of the boat ramp and enters the water. This transition is seamless, as the vehicle’s drive system shifts from its…

Midway through the tour, the LARC often makes a stop on one of the shifting sandbars that define the local waterways. This allows passengers to disembark and explore a world that exists only between the tides. …

For those on the premier 'Paradise Tour,' the journey takes us to the historic Bustard Head Lighthouse. This is Queensland’s very first lighthouse, standing as a monument to 19th-century maritime ambition. …

Another highlight of the full-day experience is a visit to the picturesque Jenny Lind Creek. This sheltered waterway is a sanctuary of natural beauty, characterized by its clear waters and surrounding mangroves. …

As we head back toward the marina, it is important to note that 1770 LARC! Tours is a certified ecotourism product. …

Our journey with the 1770 LARC! Tours has come to an end, but the impressions it leaves are enduring. …