Overview & Itinerary
Essential Trip Information
Overview & Itinerary
- Start
- Rainbow Beach, Australia
- Finish
- Rainbow Beach, Australia
- Destinations
- East Coast,Fraser Island
- Style
- Camping
- Theme
- Code
- TAG2
- Ages
- Not suitable for 17 years and under or 36+
- Group size
- Min 8, Max 16
Physical rating
Itinerary
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 Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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 everchanging 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 Included
- Lunch
Dietary Requirements
Most dietary requirements can be catered for – vegan, gluten free, wheat or nut allergies, lactose intolerant, we have you covered! If you have complex dietary needs, it is best to speak with our reservations team to discuss options. It’s important dietary information is provided at time of booking, or at least 48 hours prior to departure time, so we can arrange adequate catering for your tour.
Age Suitability
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 get in touch with us before booking.
Luggage Limit
15kg in soft bag plus carry on day pack
Departure Information
Compulsory tour safety briefing at 7am at Freedom Hostels Rainbow Beach, 20 Spectrum Street, Rainbow Beach, Queensland 4581
Return: Freedom Rainbow Beach between 3:30 pm and 4:30 pm.
ALL general enquiry must be directed to our Reservations team on +61 (0)7 4331 5508.
In the case of a GENUINE EMERGENCY, or concerns about a missed pick-up on the day of departure ONLY please contact our Operations Manager in Alice Springs on +61 (0)7 5458 6816
Extras
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Firewood ($15 per bag) can be purchased at the Safety Briefing from Freedom Hostel.
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BYO alcohol (no hard liquor or goon allowed – pre-mixed cans ok). If you wish to take alcohol on tour you MUST arrange this the day before you depart.
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Optional Vehicle Damage Liability Reductions ($25 – $50 per person)
Itinerary Disclaimer
Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted for any cause including seasonal conditions, weather extremes, and traditional owner/national park requirements. Please see terms and conditions of travel for full details.