Description
Discover the best of K’gari (Fraser Island) on a curated two-day adventure with the local experts K’Gari Explorer from Hervey Bay. See the iconic attractions of Lake McKenzie, 75 Mile Beach, and the Maheno shipwreck, plus have time to swim at the northern Champagne Pools and hike across an ancient sandblow into the emerald green oasis of Lake Wabby.
You’ll explore the world’s largest sand island from the comfort of a custom-built 4WD coach as you learn about the ecology, wildlife, and history of this special place.
K’Gari Explorer Hervey Bay Departures
- Departs Hervey Bay 9 a.m.
- Returns Hervey Bay 5 p.m.
- Please note this is not a tagalong camping tour
- Tour must be booked min 48 hours in advance of departure
The local Butchulla custodians call the island “K’gari,” which means paradise, and once you arrive, you’ll soon see why.
This tour is based on the price per person. This tour is to be booked by two people to complete the booking, as it is based on twin or double room only
Once booked, we will contact you for your pick-up destination in Hervey Bay
K’Gari Explorer Hervey Bay Highlights
- Lake McKenzie is 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 the 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 Colored Sands: Be amazed by these spectacularly technicolored 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 is 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
- Experience both coasts of the world’s largest sand island
- Two days of guided touring
- K’gari’s most comprehensive itinerary
- Small group experiences (maximum 30 guests)
- UNESCO World Heritage-listed locations
- An award-winning local touring team
- One night’s accommodation in a standard hotel room at K’gari Beach Resort
- This tour is for a twin or double room and must be booked by two people.
- Dinner not included
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Important info before travel
- Pack an overnight bag with items for two days.
- Pack a day bag
- Swimmers
- A towel
- A hat
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Comfortable walking shoes or thongs
- Sunglasses
- Any essential medication.
- Camera
- A reusable water bottle
- 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 that we do not carry children under the age of 1 on our tours.
- As our suite of tours is off-road, we recommend that pregnant travellers or people with existing medical conditions seek medical advice before booking.
- Travelers 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
- Bookings cancelled more than 48 hours prior to departure will not incur a cancellation fee.
- Bookings cancelled between 24 and 48 hours prior to departure will incur a 50% cancellation fee.
- Bookings cancelled less than 24 hours 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.
