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2 Day K'gari
(Fraser Island)
tag-along 
ADVENTURE

Our youth-style tag-along 4WD adventure is a great way to experience the exceptional natural beauty of K'gari (Fraser Island). Join like-minded travellers and your experienced guide on this self-driven 4WD journey to see the stunning lakes, creeks, and rainforests that make up this World Heritage Listed destination. At night, retreat to your campsite just metres from the beach for drinks and tales by the fire. 

Tour Highlights:
 

  • Explore the pristine white sand, lush rainforest and unspoilt wilderness of magical K’gari (Fraser Island) by self-drive 4WD with a group of fun, adventurous travellers

  • Experience driving a 4WD on the beach and sandy island tracks whilst following an experienced guide in a lead vehicle to ensure you are safe and heading to all the best locations

  • Swim in the crystal-clear waters of Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie)

  • Venture through majestic ancient rainforests growing on the sand at Pile Valley and Central Station

  • Soak in the refreshing flowing waters of Eli Creek

  • Visit the most famous of K’gari’s shipwrecks, the SS Maheno on 75 Mile Beach

  • Sleep beneath the stars in a private, beach-side campsite which is managed by the Butchulla (K’gari’s First Nations people)

  • Spot wild dingos, dolphins and dugongs

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Tour Inclusions:

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  • 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 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 (pillow not provided). 

  • 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

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Optional Extras:

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  • Optional Vehicle Damage Liability Reductions ($25 - $50 per person)

  • Fire Wood ($15 per bag) can be purchased at the safety briefing from Freedom Hostel.

  • BYO alcohol (no hard liquor or goon allowed - pre-mixed cans ok).

From:

WAS $519 

NOW $469

Tour Map:

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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.

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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.

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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 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: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch

Do you need a longer K'gari (Fraser Island) Tour? Check out our 3-day Tag Along K'gari (Fraser Island) Tour.

Tour Departure:
 

Compulsory tour safety briefing at 7am at Freedom Hostels Rainbow Beach, 20 Spectrum Street, Rainbow Beach, Queensland 4581​

From:

WAS $519 NOW $469

What to bring:

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  • 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

  • $2 coins for hot showers 

Rainbow Beach Accommodation (before and after your tour) 

 

We recommend Freedom Rainbow Beach for accommodation before and after your tour. Situated in the heart of Rainbow Beach, the budget resort has accommodation options to suit every need featuring comfortable 2 bedroom self-contained apartments, family, private double/twin and dorm rooms. Freedom Rainbow beach offers excellent value and facilities for families, couples and independent travellers. Click here to view room options and make a booking. 

Please note:

This is a participatory tour. Our tours are participatory-based, which means we encourage our groups to get stuck in with the cooking and cleaning! You will be provided with all the necessary food, cooking, and camping equipment. However, we strongly encourage every traveller to dive in and contribute to the group's experience—it’s a great way to bond and make your trip even more memorable!

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 it, please get in touch with us prior to booking. 
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The itinerary is subject to change: The tides will dictate your arrival time on the island, so we may include a ‘surprise’ on the mainland before heading on the barge to K’Gari. Tides and weather may also dictate the order of the itinerary activities. Your guide will advise of the planned itinerary and the day’s activities at the start of the tour.

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