Description
Embark with K’Gari Explorer on the ultimate Queensland bucket list adventure! Immerse yourself in the unparalleled beauty of the world’s largest sand island as you explore both of its stunning coasts on an eco-adventure designed to enchant every traveler.
Your journey begins with a luxurious pre-night stay at Kingfisher Bay Resort, where you can unwind and embrace the laid-back island atmosphere while taking advantage of the resort’s amenities. This sets the perfect stage for your upcoming two-day 4WD tour.
K’Gari Explorer Departures
- Departs Hervey Bay from 9am
- Returns Hevey Bay 5.50 pm pm
- Tour must be booked min 48 hours in advance of departure
- This trip is base on a double room 2 people must book this $844 pp
- Please note this is not a tagalong camping tour
Guided by a knowledgeable local expert, you’ll traverse the iconic landscapes of K’gari. Visiting must-see destinations such as the pristine depths of Lake McKenzie and the majestic rainforests of Pile Valley. But that’s not all – prepare to discover hidden treasures like the mesmerizing emerald oasis of Lake Wabby, adding an extra layer of enchantment to your adventure.
K’Gari Explorer Hightlights
- Lake McKenzie – K’gari’s most iconic swimming spot – relax along the pristine white silica shore and immerse yourself in the crystal-clear fresh water.
- Central Station – admire the towering trees growing from sand and explore the rainforest boardwalk.
- Pile Valley – wander through the subtropical rainforest and marvel at the centuries-old Satinay trees and towering palms.
- 75 Mile Beach – cruise K’gari’s beach highway and join Air Fraser for a scenic joy flight over the island (optional extra).
- Eli Creek – wade through the shallow waters or float downstream towards the Coral Sea!
- Maheno Shipwreck – visit the famous rustic ruins that were once a luxury cruise liner. Washed ashore in 1935 it is now a photographer’s paradise!
- The Pinnacles Coloured Sands – be amazed by these spectacularly technicoloured sand cliffs and the Dreamtime tale of how they were formed.
- Indian Head – as the most easterly point of the island, marine life such as turtles and rays are often spotted in the waters around the base of this rocky headland.
- Champagne Pools – experience this amazing natural jacuzzi, as crashing waves meet the volcanic rock pools along the shore.
- Lake Wabby – trek across Hammerstone Sandblow with your expert guide and be rewarded with a dip in this emerald-green freshwater oasis.
Inclusions
- K’gari’s most comprehensive itinerary – UNESCO World Heritage-listed locations.
- Two full days of guided 4WD coach touring with expert commentary.
- Small group experience (max 40 guests).
- One night’s accommodation in a standard hotel room at Kingfisher Bay Resort
- One night’s accommodation in a standard hotel room at K’gari Beach Resort
- Courtesy pick-up and drop-off from select locations.
- Return ferry transfers.
- Breakfast, morning tea and lunch (two breakfasts, morning tea daily on tour, one resort lunch, and one picnic lunch). (Please note: dinner at leisure, and at the guest’s own expense).
- National Park fees and fuel levies.
- The Foreign Language app is available. Before arriving, please download the K’gari Explorer Tours app from your preferred app store for Spanish, French, Italian, German and Chinese translation.
Not included
- Dinner
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Important info before travel
- Pack an overnight bag with items for 3-days.
- Plus, pack a day bag with swimmers, towel, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable walking shoes or sandals, sunglasses, essential medication.
- Don’t forget your camera.
- We do provide water, but a reusable water bottle is always handy and great for the environment.
This tour is base on $844 per person on a twin or double room.
PRE-NIGHT
On the day of arrival, travel
from River Heads on the
barge crossing of your choice.
(Ferry times must be selected at
time of booking).
Check-in to accommodation
(after 2.00pm).
Resort Facilities Available:
• K’gari Discovery Centre
• Three restaurants
• Four bars
• Four lagoon pools
• Island Day Spa*
• Tennis courts
• Gift Shop and general store
DAY 2
• 7.00am: Breakfast at Sand &
Wood restaurant.
• 9.00am: Check out of
Standard Resort Hotel Room.
• 9.30am: Arrive at The Sunset
Bar. Courtesy bus is available
from reception.
• 9.45am: Depart Kingfisher
Bay Resort and begin
K’gari two-day tour.
Tour Inclusions: Refer to iconic
locations page. Itinerary may vary
due to tides.
Lunch at K’gari Beach Resort.
• 5.30pm: Arrival and check in
at K’gari Beach Resort.
• 6.30pm: Enjoy dinner at
leisure at McKenzie’s on 75
restaurant. Pool table and
drinks available at McKenzie’s
Bar until late.
DAY 3
• 7.00am: Breakfast at
McKenzie’s on 75 restaurant.
• 8.00am: Tour departure
from outside reception.
Tour Inclusions: Refer to
iconic locations page. Itinerary
may vary due to tides.
Picnic lunch on tour along with
morning/afternoon tea.
Departure:
• 5.00pm: Return ferry
transfer back to the
mainland.
• 5.50pm Arrival back at River
Heads (with local courtesy
drop-offs).
Thank you for joining us on
tour
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
- Bookings cancelled more than 15 days prior to departure will not incur a cancellation fee.
- Bookings cancelled less than 15 days prior to departure, including amendments or failure to arrive will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
- Non-utilised tour components are not refundable, transferable, or redeemable for cash.
