Fast facts
- Must attend a tour briefing at 7am day of departure at Freedom Backpackers Rainbow Beach
- Tour includes sleeping bag and tent hire
- Meals included
- $25 Vehicle liability insurance extra to be payed at Dingo’s
- This is a follow the leader style tagalong adventure
- 18 to 35 years of age
Tagalong Dingo’s K’gari (Fraser Island) tours provide the best access to this breathtaking area. The breathtaking lakes, creeks, and rain forests that make up this lovely island can be seen on our 3 Day, 2 Night K’gari (Fraser Island) Camping Adventure. With your fellow travellers, return to your personal campground at night, which is just a few steps from the beach, for some beverages and storytelling by the fire!
Tagalong with Dingos 3 day 2 night tour departing Rainbow Beach from Freedom backpackers.
Tour Highlights:
- Tagalong across the whole of magical K’gari (Fraser Island) in self-drive 4x4s with a group of fun, adventurous travellers
- Visit the beautiful Lake McKenzie, Eli Creek and Champagne Pools
- Hike Indian Head to be rewarded with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean
- Sleep beneath the stars in a private, exclusive campsite which is managed by the Butchulla (K’gari’s First Nations people)
- Relax in Eli Creek and explore the ancient rain forests
Tagalong tour Inclusions:
All your food for K’gari (Fraser Island)
Fuel for 4x4s
Tent, camp mat and sleeping bag
All camping, National Park and vehicle permits
Return ferry transfer
4WD driver training on the beach
All 4x4s have iPod / MP3 adaptor cables
4x4s escorted onto the ferry
Luggage storage and safety deposit
Optional Extras:
- $25pp Optional Vehicle Damage Liability Reduction to be paid at the Safety Briefing prior to departure.
- Fire Wood ($15 per bag) this can be purchased at the Safety Briefing from Freedom Hostel.
- BYO alcohol (no hard liquor or goon allowed – pre mixed cans ok).
Tour Map:
Tour Itinerary
Tagalong Day 1: Depart Rainbow Beach to K’Gari
The morning starts bright & early with our compulsory tour briefing at 7am sharp at Freedom Hostel, to receive comprehensive information to prepare you for this exciting journey. Here you will be placed into groups and have the opportunity to organise sleeping bag hire and luggage storage. You will also be taught how to drive safely on Fraser Island ahead of your big adventure!
We aim to depart Freedom Hostel for K’gari (Fraser Island) by 9:30 am which can take approximately 10 minutes to drive to the barge (ferry) and board for your 10-minute barge crossing. Once you have arrived on the world’s largest sand island, drive for 1 hour to the Eurong Beach Resort along 75 Mile beach – K’gari’s (Fraser Island) own highway with speed limits! There you can grab a coffee and chocolate croissant (own cost) for morning tea. From here, the adventure really begins, as we drive to the famous Lake McKenzie, one of the most popular and picturesque highlights of K’gari (Fraser Island). We stop for lunch and time to swim and relax in the amazingly clear waters of the lake before driving up the beach to your campsite around 3:00 pm. Settle in for an early dinner, some well-deserved drinks and plenty of fun!
Tagalong Day 2: K’gari (Fraser Island)
The day begins with a quick breakfast to fuel your busiest day on K’gari (Fraser Island)! First stop is Eli Creek, a beautifully clear creek perfect for a relaxing swim. Travelling north, stop at Maheno Shipwreck for a photo opportunity and a short history lesson about this famous K’gari (Fraser Island) icon before continuing on to Indian Head, K’gari’s (Fraser Island) highest point. From here you may be lucky enough to see whales and sharks in the ocean before travelling to Champagne Pools for a dip. Lunch is served at either Maheno Shipwreck or Champagne Pools on Day 2 depending on time constraints, safety and beauty. In the afternoon, travel back to camp for dinner and drinks.
Day 3: Return to Rainbow Beach
Start with breakfast before cleaning and disassembling your campsite. Once packed up, you’ll drive to the beginning of the Lake Wabby walk where you’ll stride through the dunes to find a tropical paradise! Lunch follows your trip to Lake Wabby before you begin the drive down the beach and back to the barge. Once arrived on the mainland, head to the 4WD shed where you can unpack and quickly clean the cars. You will return to Freedom Hostel between 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm.
Itineraries may be changed due to tides and weather conditions to ensure you maximise your time on K’gari (Fraser Island)
Pick up and drop off times
All tours depart from Freedom Hostels Rainbow Beach, 20 Spectrum Street, Rainbow Beach, Queensland 4581
What to bring
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear
- Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Swimwear and towel for those wishing to swim
- Refillable water bottle
- Camera
- Small day bags only
- Towels
- Driver License (if wishing to participate in driving)
Liability
Our Vehicle Damage Liability Reduction (levy fee) has changed:
Dingos 2 and 3-day tag-along tour prices are exclusive of the Vehicle Damage Liability Reduction, which is optional based on if your passengers would like to drive on tour.
To clarify our pricing:
- 2 Day Dingos Tag-along Tour: $499pp + Optional Vehicle Damage Liability Reduction
- 3 Day Dingos Tag-along Tour: $549pp + Optional Vehicle Damage Liability Reduction
Tagalong Optional Vehicle Damage Liability Reduction Options:
- No Cover – 100% liability for any damage caused
- Reduce Excess options; ($25 to reduce to $1,000 excess or $50 to reduce to $500 excess)
Rainbow Beach Accommodation (before and after your tour)
We recommend Freedom Backpackers for accommodation before and after your tour. Situated in the heart of Rainbow Beach, the budget resort has accommodation options to suit every need featuring comfortable 2 bedroom self-contained apartments, family, private double/twin and dorm rooms. Freedom Rainbow beach offers excellent value and facilities for families, couples and independent travellers.
Please note: This tour is suitable only for 18-35 year olds. If you are outside of this age bracket and wish to participate in this tour, please contact us prior to booking.
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