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Kgari Explorer Day Tour from Rainbow Beach

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Do Fraser in one fun-filled day with an experienced local guide and see the best the island has to offer. Take a swim in the crystal clear waters of Lake McKenzie or just relax on its dazzling white beaches. Explore Central Station, a former forestry camp with huge satinay, scribbly gum, brush box and kauri trees. Walk along the banks of Wanggoolba Creek which flows gently and silently through lush rainforest. Travel up famous Seventy-Five Mile Beach to see the coloured sands of the Pinnacles and the wreck of the cruise ship Maheno. Stop for a swim in Eli Creek as it flows swiftly through the dunes out to sea. Relax and enjoy a hot and cold buffet lunch at Eurong Beach Resort. The tour travels from Rainbow Beach to River Heads for the 8.30am barge crossing to the Wanggoolba Creek landing on Fraser Island. Tour departs Fraser Island on the 5pm barge back to River Heads and returns to Hervey Bay between 6pm and 7pm.
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About Kgari Explorer Day Tour from Rainbow Beach
About Fraser Island (Kgari) Day Tour from Rainbow Beach
This tour takes you on a fun-filled day trip to Fraser Island (Kgari) with an experienced local guide, showcasing the best the island has to offer. The journey begins from Rainbow Beach to River Heads for an 8:30 AM ferry crossing to Wanggoolba Creek Jetty on Fraser Island.
Why Fraser Island (Kgari) Day Tour from Rainbow Beach is a must
Guided by an experienced local guide. Includes a hot and cold buffet lunch at Eurong Beach Resort. Opportunities to swim in Lake McKenzie and Eli Creek. Explore the island's natural and historical landmarks.
Top things to do at Fraser Island (Kgari) Day Tour from Rainbow Beach
Swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lake McKenzie or relax on its white sandy beach. Explore Central Station, a former logging camp featuring large satinay, brushbox, and kauri trees. Stroll along the serene and gently flowing banks of Wanggoolba Creek through lush rainforest. Travel up Seventy-Five Mile Beach to see the colorful sand cliffs of The Pinnacles and the Maheno Shipwreck. Stop for a swim in Eli Creek, which flows swiftly through the sand dunes to the sea.
How to get to Fraser Island (Kgari) Day Tour from Rainbow Beach
The tour departs from Rainbow Beach to River Heads for a ferry crossing to Fraser Island. The ferry crossing to Wanggoolba Creek Jetty on Fraser Island starts at 8:30 AM. The tour departs Fraser Island by barge at 5:00 PM, returning to River Heads, and arriving back in Hervey Bay between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
Location of Fraser Island (Kgari) Day Tour from Rainbow Beach
Fraser Island (Kgari), Australia, with the journey starting from Rainbow Beach.
Opening hours of Fraser Island (Kgari) Day Tour from Rainbow Beach
Ferry to Fraser Island at 8:30 AM, and barge departs Fraser Island at 5:00 PM, returning to Hervey Bay between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
Facilities at Fraser Island (Kgari) Day Tour from Rainbow Beach
Includes a hot and cold buffet lunch at Eurong Beach Resort.
Know Before You Go
Be prepared for swimming at Lake McKenzie and Eli Creek. The tour is led by an experienced local guide.