Description
Departing Hervey Bay, a knowledgeable local K’gari guide will lead you as you tour the island’s most famous attractions,including Lake McKenzie, a rainforest that has been recognized as a World Heritage Site, 75 Mile Beach, and the famous Maheno Shipwreck.
- Including all meals, transportation, and permits
- World Heritage-listed locations
- Award-winning touring team
- 2021 Trip Advisor Travelers’ Choice
- FREE Cancellations up to 48 hours prior to departure
- Departures from Rainbow Beach and Hervey Bay
Departures
- Departs Hervey Bay 8.30 am
- Returns Hervey Bay, approx. 18.30–19.30
You don’t need a 4WD because our team will navigate the paths and tides to make your visit to the biggest sand island in the world simple and fun.
Have your camera ready for breathtaking moments everywhere you go!
Highlights
- Your guide is a K’gari expert with local knowledge and a passion for the island. On this adventurous
- day out, you’ll drive across sand tracks to explore some of the most beautiful natural spots and
- listen to fascinating facts about the island’s history, flora and fauna. Our custom designed 4WD
- buses are airconditioned for your comfort and fitted with panoramic windows.
- Lake McKenzie (Boorangoora) – K’gari’s most iconic, picture-perfect swimming spot! Immerse
yourself in the crystal-clear blue fresh water and relax on the sandy white beaches. - Central Station – A former logging station that housed schools and shops for the bustling timber
industry is now a tourist stop. Stroll along the Wanggoolba Creek boardwalk to discover the
ancient King Ferns, towering Flooded Gums and Pine trees. - Pile Valley – Wander through the subtropical rainforest and marvel at the centuries-old Satinay
trees and towering palms. - 75 Mile Beach – As you travel along this golden beach highway, you may spot dingoes, birds of prey
flying above, or humpback whales, migrating down the coast (between July – October). - Eli Creek – Float gently down this tranquil, tree-lined creek with four million litres of fresh water
flowing into the Pacific Ocean every hour. - Maheno Shipwreck – Marvel at the rustic wreck of the Maheno, which washed ashore during an
out-of-season cyclone in 1935. It’s one of K’gari’s most recognisable sites. - The Pinnacles Coloured Sands – Learn about these radiant, cliff-like sand formations and the
Indigenous Dreamtime stories that surround them. Get up close and experience the spectacular
72 shades of rare red, orange and yellow sands.
At the end of the day, you’ll return to River Heads by 6:30pm (courtesy drop-offs to select Hervey Bay
locations between 6.30pm and 7.30pm).
Take advantage of knowledgeable tour commentary on the island’s World Heritage-listed ecosystem, animals, history, and local legends.
Inclusions
- Courtesy pick-up from your accommodation in Hervey Bay or Rainbow Beach (Please enter pick-up destination when booking online)
- Return ferry transfers to Fraser Island
- Full-day guided 4WD tour
- Lunch at K’gari Beach Resort (Eurong Beach Resort)
- National Park fees
- Foreign Language Guide app is available
Important info before travel
- A day bag with:
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Walking shoes or thongs
- Sunglasses
- Essential medication
- Camera
- Reusable water bottle
TOUR ITINERARY AND TRAVELLING CONDITIONS
- Tour itineraries may change due to tides and weather conditions.
- All travellers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- Please note we do not carry children under the age of 1 on our tours.
- As our suite of tours are off-road, we recommend that pregnant travellers or people with existing medical conditions seek medical advice before booking.
- Travellers need to be independently mobile to access and disembark the 4WD buses and all tour sites visited. For guests requiring a wheelchair, we recommend discussing your situation with one of our Reservations Agents prior to booking, to ensure that your requirements can be accommodated.
PAYMENT POLICY
- Full payment is required at the time of booking for online transactions.
- A credit card surcharge will apply to the total amount if payment is made by VISA or MasterCard.
- AMEX or Diners are not accepted forms of payment.
