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From Rainbow Beach: K'gari (Fraser Island) 3-Day Self-Drive 4WD Tour

Four-wheel drive vehicle on Fraser Island beach, Australia, with ocean waves in the background.
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Guided forest walk on Fraser Island, showcasing lush greenery and diverse plant life.
Group gathered around campfire on Fraser Island beach.

Duration

2 days 9 hrs

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your experience

Guided tour

Transfers included

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

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    • Explore K’gari over 3 full days—driving a 4WD across beaches and sand tracks with a local guide who knows the island inside out.

    • Relax and focus on your trip—round-trip ferry transfers, meals, camping equipment, and National Park fees all sorted.

    • Spend two nights at a well-equipped campsite near the ocean, complete with kitchens and hot showers.

    • Swim in the bubbling Champagne Pools, hike across sand dunes to Lake Wabby, and explore the rusted remains of the Maheno Shipwreck.

    • 3-day self-drive 4WD tour of K'gari (Fraser Island)

    • 2 nights stay in an enclosed campsite

    • Expert local guide

    • Round-trip ferry transfers

    • Meals

    • Camping equipment

    • National Park fees & fuel levies

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 7 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Make the most of your K’gari escape with this 3-day tour—swim in freshwater lakes, drive a 4WD, hike through rainforests, visit historic shipwrecks, and enjoy two nights of beachside camping.

    Getting started

    Your day kicks off early at 7:00 am with a meet-up at Freedom Hostel in Rainbow Beach. After a quick safety briefing and driving instructions, you'll store your luggage and catch the ferry to K'gari by 9:30 am.

    What to expect

    Day 1

    • 75 Mile Beach & 4WD Driving: Cruise down K'gari's famous sand highway, running parallel to the Pacific Ocean. Keep an eye out for wild dingoes and enjoy sweeping ocean views and towering sand dunes as you drive.

    • Lake McKenzie: Dive into the crystal-clear waters of this iconic lake, surrounded by silica sand beaches. It’s perfect for a swim, relaxation, or sunbathing by the shoreline.

    Day 2

    • Eli Creek: Take a refreshing float through this fast-flowing freshwater stream. With millions of litres of water flowing into the ocean every hour, it’s a fun and rejuvenating stop before heading to the shipwreck.

    • Maheno Shipwreck: Explore the haunting SS Maheno shipwreck, once a luxury liner and WWI hospital ship. Learn about its fascinating history and snap some photos of its rusted remains.

    • Indian Head: Climb to this stunning lookout for 360-degree views of the island and ocean. It’s the perfect spot for spotting dolphins and sea turtles.

    • Champagne Pools: Take a dip in the natural rock pools, where ocean waves crash into them, creating bubbly “champagne” effects.

    Day 3

    • Lake Wabby: Hike across towering sand dunes to this deep, green lake tucked at the edge of the forest, perfect for a refreshing dip.

    • Return ferry & drop-off: After a tasty lunch, head back to the ferry for your return trip to Rainbow Beach, where you’ll arrive between 3:30pm–4:30pm.

  • What to bring

    • Bring a copy of your booking confirmation on the day of your tour.

    • Bring your swimsuit, towel, sunglasses, hat, waterproof bag, jacket, sunscreen, medication, insect repellent, water bottle, small overnight bag, $2 coins for hot showers, powerbank & a camera.

    What’s not allowed

    • Glass and big bags are not allowed on this experience.

    • Guests aged 21 or older with a valid national driver’s license and manual driver’s license held for at least one year are allowed to drive during the tour. Those who do not meet all the requirements are not allowed to drive.

    Accessibility

    • Guests with asthma, diabetes or a severe allergy must notify the staff and the guide before the tour.

    • This experience is not recommended for pregnant women beyond 28 weeks. However, consult a doctor to check if the tour is suitable for you.

    Additional information

    • The tour provides luggage storage facilities in Rainbow Beach.

    • The briefing starts at 7am at Freedom Hostel in Rainbow Beach before departing for the ferry point by 9:30am.

    • The tour provides morning tea, lunch and dinner on the first day, breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the second day, and breakfast and lunch on the third day.

    • Guests must provide their dietary requirements to the operator at least 48 hours prior to departure time.

    • The camping equipment includes a twin-sharing tent, a camp mat, and a sleeping bag.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting point

    • Meet your guide at Freedom Rainbow Beach.

    • Address: 20 Spectrum St, Rainbow Beach QLD 4581, Australia.

    Get directions to the meeting point

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