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Lychee Orchard Tours

Exclusive Orchard Tours:

Discover the Magic of Lychee Season

December & January dates only, view in Trybooking

Experience the sweet charm of lychee season at Lush Lychees! Join us for an unforgettable behind-the-scenes tour of our orchard during harvest season and see where the magic of Australia’s finest lychees begins.

Your Orchard Adventure Awaits

  • Guided Buggy Tours: Explore our 9,000-tree orchard with the owner and farmer as your guide. Learn firsthand about the care and craft that goes into growing 10 different varieties of lychees.
  • Seasonal Tastings: Savor the unique flavours of a variety of freshly picked lychees (based on ripening and seasonal availability).
  • Hands-On Experience: Pick your favourite lychees during the tour to take home, priced per kilogram based on seasonal prices.
  • Packhouse Tour: Walk through the innovative pack shed and witness how the lychees are carefully sorted, packed, and prepared for export to destinations worldwide.
  • Farm Gate Shop: Check out the farm gate shop and indulge in the famous lychee ice cream, lychee condiments, seasonal fruits and freshly picked lychees straight from the orchard.

 

Learning Opportunities

  • The lifecycle of a lychee tree, from planting to harvest.
  • How they grow and nurture 10 different commercial lychee varieties.
  • Insights into pest management and sustainable farming practices.
  • The critical steps in ensuring quality for export and domestic markets.
  • The importance of cold chain management for maintaining fruit freshness.
  • How to identify the perfect lychee for flavour and ripeness.
  • Ag-tech innovations like automated irrigation, soil sensors, and data-driven tools.
  • The story behind Lush Lychees and their journey as a first generation, family-owned business.

 

This tour is more than just a visit; it’s an opportunity to connect with the fascinating world of lychee farming and experience the passion behind every piece of fruit!

Exclusive Experience

  • Small group sizes of up to 8 people ensure a personalised and intimate tour.
  • Taste unique lychee varieties, including rare types unfamiliar to most.
  • Enjoy access to private areas of the property and packing facilities, open only to tour guests.

 

Tour Details

  • Availability: Tours operate during the lychee harvest season (December–January).
  • Duration: 60 minutes approx.
  • What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, sun protection, hat, water bottle and a sense of adventure!
  • Booking: Advance bookings essential due to limited spots per tour.

 

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of lychee farming and experience the delight of fresh, sun-ripened fruit. Whether you’re a foodie, an agriculture enthusiast, or looking for a unique outing, this tour is a treat for all.

👉 Book your orchard tour now and taste the sweetness of summer at Lush Lychees!

Cost

  • $45 Adult
  • $25 Child (3-16 years)
  • $135 Family (2A & 2C)

 

Important information

  • Seating: Tour vehicle is a Kubota buggy. We do our best to seat families together so you can enjoy this experience side by side.
  • Not recommended: Due to the nature of this experience and seating requirements, it is not recommended for infants aged 0-3.
  • Accessibility: Our farm is a working environment with uneven paths. We recommend wearing enclosed shoes for your comfort. Please note that while we strive to accommodate everyone, participants should be able to walk a minimum of 100 metres unassisted, and be able to board vehicles unaided. 
  • After the tour: Join our community by tagging @lushlychees in your photos on IG and FB. It’d be great if you could give us and awesome google review too 🙂 Just follow this link to our page:  https://g.page/r/CTdWnbuLPbIgEAE/review

On the Day…

  • Meet at the Farm Gate Shop, 123 Seymour Road, South Yaamba 4702
  • Google Map Directions
  • We look forward to seeing you 🙂