K'gari (Fraser Island) Premium 4WD Safari - 2 Day

Meals included
Self drive
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Highlights & inclusions

Explore the unspoilt wilderness of K’gari
4WD on the beach and sandy island tracks
Swim in stunning Boorangoora and Eli Creek
Walk Pile Valley rainforests built on sand
Visit famous shipwreck, the SS Maheno
Sleep in a private, beach-side campsite
From
$519.00AUD
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to experience

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December 2024

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What you can expect

Embark on an unforgettable 2-day 4WD tag-along tour and explore the iconic locations of the world’s largest sand island, K’gari (formerly Fraser Island). Traverse the sands of 75 Mile Beach to reach stunning lakes, creeks and rainforests. With a dedicated guide leading the way, venture north in your 4WD to one of the many freshwater creeks for morning tea. Behold the SS Maheno Shipwreck while your guide shares its fascinating history. After a delicious lunch, wrap up the first leg of your adventure at Eli Creek for a refreshing splash in the crystal-clear water. Retreat to your beachside campsite managed by the Butchulla (K'gari's First Nations People) for a night of stargazing, sharing drinks and laughter with other adventurous travellers. Continue your enchanting journey south to Eurong for a serene 1.8km walk alongside the picturesque Wanggoolba Creek. At long last, drive to the famous Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie), breathtaking with its pristine sand and glistening blue water. All camping equipment, meals, 4WD hire and more are included to ensure a hassle-free experience.

Location

Freedom Rainbow Beach, 18 Spectrum Street, Rainbow Beach, QLD 4581

What you need to know

Note
  • All passengers will get an email 3 - 7 days prior to the tour departure, here they can complete a pre-check-in form and purchase the Optional Vehicle Damage Liability Reduction if they choose too
  • BYO alcohol (no hard liquor or goon allowed - pre-mixed cans ok)
Inclusions
  • Knowledgeable and experienced tour guide
  • Sleep in an enclosed campsite on K’gari (Fraser Island) just meters from the beach
  • Fresh, healthy meals for K’gari (Fraser Island)
  • All dietary requirements are catered for with advance notice
  • 2 days of adventure providing plenty of time to explore the World Heritage-listed island
  • Camping equipment, including tent (twin share), camp mat and sleeping bag.
  • Large undercover camp area with music and kitchen facilities, plus power to charge your phone
  • All camping, National Park and vehicle permits
  • Return ferry transfers and fuel for 4WDs
  • Luggage storage in Rainbow Beach
Itinerary
  • Day 1: Depart Rainbow Beach
  • The morning starts bright & early with our compulsory tour briefing at 7 am 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 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). The barge crossing is approximately 15 minutes, and during that time, you may be lucky enough to spot Dolphins or other marine life before arriving on the world’s largest sand island.
  • Once you arrive, you’ll be traversing the eastern beach - K'gari's (Fraser Islands) own highway with speed limits! Settle in for the journey and enjoy the views as we head north along the beach before stopping for morning tea at one of the many freshwater creeks found on the island.
  • Following morning tea, we will continue north towards the Maheno Shipwreck, where we’ll stop to share the story of this important landmark, especially it’s use as a hospital ship during wartime. We have lunch included for you today. The lunch destination will be up to your guide, as they’ll find the best spot depending on where you are around that time of the day. We’ll finish up our afternoon at Eli Creek, a beautifully clear creek perfect for a refreshing swim/splash and relaxing sunbathing, before heading to our camp.
  • Meals: Morning Tea, Lunch, Dinner.
  • Day 2: K'GARI (FRASER ISLAND) Return to Rainbow Beach
  • Arise for a quick breakfast before we begin our second day on K'gari (Fraser Island)!
  • The adventure begins as we drive south to Eurong before heading inland through ever-changing vegetation to the rainforest at Central Station. Here, you’ll depart your vehicle and follow your guide for a walk alongside beautiful Wanggoolba Creek. Your guide will share the logging history of Central Station along with the indigenous significance of Wanggoolba Creek before sending you on a 1.8 km self-guided walk through the rainforest. You’ll reunite with your guide at the other end of the walk at Pile Valley where you’ll have morning tea surrounded by towering Satinay trees.
  • From Pile Valley it’s a short drive to the famous Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie), arguably the most popular and picturesque highlight of K'gari (Fraser Island). Here, you can enjoy quality time lazing on the pristine sand beaches, swimming, and relaxing in the lake's stunning clear waters. We’ll then have lunch before packing up and returning to Eastern Beach. Once back on Eastern Beach we’ll head south to the barge (ferry). From Inskip Point, it’s only a short drive back into Rainbow Beach, where your adventure ends. We return to Freedom Rainbow Beach between 3:30 pm and 4:30 pm.
  • Meals: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch
Extras
  • Optional Vehicle Damage Liability Reduction to be paid direct and prior to departure
  • 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
  • Some drinks are included with dinner, extra alcohol at own expense
Time
  • Passengers must be present at departure location Freedom Hostels Rainbow Beach, 20 Spectrum Street, Rainbow Beach, Queensland 4581 no later than 7am for an Island briefing before departure at 9:30am
  • Passengers must attend an orientation meeting the day before departure at 5pm
  • Tours depart on Wednesdays and Saturdays
Location
  • Tours depart from Freedom Rainbow Beach, 18 Spectrum Street, Rainbow Beach QLD 4581
Departure Location
  • After a compulsory tour safety briefing at 7am this experience departs 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
  • Towel
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Camera
  • Small overnight bags only
  • Driver's License (if wishing to participate in driving)
  • $2 coins for hot showers
Terms And Conditions
  • Any guest wishing to participate in driving during their tour MUST meet all of the following criteria:
  • be over the age of 21 years
  • have held a full manual drivers license for at least 1 year
  • have their national drivers license with them (International driving permits unaccompanied by a national drivers license are invalid)
  • Any guests that fail to meet all the above criteria will be ineligible to partake as drivers, however, can still join the tour as a non-driver
  • If you elect to participate as a driver on one of our tours, you will be responsible for the safekeeping of the vehicle and any equipment
  • Guests must reconfirm direct with the suppliers reservations team at least 48 hours prior to travel, where we need to collect any applicable dietary and medical requirements and update your driver status
  • All guests MUST attend a mandatory briefing at 7am, which covers important island and safety information, prior to the departure of their tour. Guests who fail to show for their briefing risk missing their tour and being classed as a 'no show', forfeiting their fare
  • The inclusions in this tour may be impacted due to tides and are subject to change
  • 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 our team prior to booking
  • Please note: This itinerary is tidal-dependent and can be subject to change. The itinerary is based on what we expect on a Fraser Tour and our knowledgeable local guides are experts at navigating Fraser Island’s tides and terrain to make sure you have the very best experience at any time of the year
Cancellation Policy
  • Change your booking up to 7 days before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 7 days of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at the time of booking
  • Upon completion of the purchase, please print the voucher and present it on the day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator information, including contact details, is included on your tour voucher
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking. However, it is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements