Fraser Island 5-Day Tour: 75 Mile Beach & Lake McKenzie from Hervey Bay

Five Days on Fraser Island: From Rainforest Lakes to Shipwrecks

You arrive at Kingfisher Bay Resort for a pre-night, then spend two full days touring Fraser Island's lakes, rainforest, beaches and shipwrecks with a local guide in a 4WD coach. Two more nights follow (one on 75 Mile Beach, one back at the resort) with days of leisure and optional activities between. Transport, park fees, accommodation and a guide are all included. You just book your ferry time and show up.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Pre-night at Kingfisher Bay Resort

• Travel from River Heads by ferry
• Check-in at Kingfisher Bay Resort after 2pm
• Relax and enjoy resort facilities
• Optional: Sunset drinks or cruise
• Optional: Ranger-guided walks and talks
• Optional: Bush Tucker talk and taste

Day 2: Explore Fraser Island lakes and rainforest

• Swim at Lake Wabby after sandblow trek
• Walk boardwalks at Central Station Rainforest
• Swim and relax at Lake McKenzie

Day 3: Tour 75 Mile Beach and landmarks

• Drive along 75 Mile Beach sandy highway
• Optional: Scenic flight over Fraser Island
• Relax and wade in fast-flowing creek
• Visit Maheno Shipwreck and take photos
• See The Pinnacles coloured sands
• Cruise past Indian Head and spot marine life
• Swim in natural ocean jacuzzi rock pool

Day 4: Leisure day at Kingfisher Bay Resort

• Enjoy full access to resort facilities
• Optional: Sunset drinks or cruise
• Optional: Ranger-guided walks and talks
• Optional: Bush Tucker talk and taste

Day 5: Leisure and departure from resort

• Enjoy resort facilities until check-out
• Check-out by 10am
• Return ferry transfer to mainland
• Depart resort by final ferry at 5pm

The experience

The ferry leaves River Heads in the morning, and within an hour you're stepping onto K'gari for the first time. Kingfisher Bay Resort sits on the western bay side, and that's where your first night lands you: a chance to settle in, swim in one of the lagoon pools, or catch the sunset from the bar before the real exploring starts. The resort has three restaurants and four bars, so you're not roughing it. The point is to arrive rested and ready.

Day two and three are the heart of it. You'll have an expert local guide driving a 4WD coach through the island's interior and along 75 Mile Beach, the sandy highway that runs the spine of Fraser Island. Lake McKenzie comes first. That's the perched dune lake with water so clear and blue it looks unreal, and you'll swim in it. Then Central Station Rainforest, where a former logging hub sits quiet now and the boardwalks run alongside Wangoolba Creek. Lake Wabby is a 4km walk across soft sand and bushland (moderate fitness needed), but the emerald-green water at the end makes it worth it. The second night you stay at K'gari Beach Resort on 75 Mile Beach itself, so you're right on the east coast. On day three, the itinerary shifts with the tides, but you'll see the Maheno Shipwreck (a passenger liner that washed ashore in 1935), and Indian Head, where turtles and rays move through the water below the rocky headland. The Pinnacles Coloured Sands show off the rainbow cliffs, and there's a natural rock pool where the ocean crashes in like a jacuzzi.

Days four and five are yours to move slowly. Back at Kingfisher Bay Resort, you can use the pools, visit the Discovery Centre, book optional activities like ranger-led walks or a sunset cruise, or simply sit. The resort handles the logistics: your room, your meals, your ferry back to River Heads on day five. Checkout is 10am, and the final ferry leaves at 5pm, so you have the morning to yourself before heading back to the mainland.

What’s included

• Ferry transport from River Heads to Kingfisher Bay Resort and return.
• five nights accommodation (one pre-night at Kingfisher Bay Resort, one night at K'gari Beach Resort on 75 Mile Beach, two post-nights at Kingfisher Bay Resort).
• two full days of guided touring in an air-conditioned 4WD coach with a local expert guide.
• entry to Fraser Island National Park and fuel levies.
• access to all Kingfisher Bay Resort facilities including lagoon pools, restaurants, bars, and the K'gari Discovery Centre.
• optional activities such as ranger-guided walks, sunset cruises, and bush tucker talks available at the resort.

Options for this experience

3 options

K'gari Ultimate- TripleUp to 3 people · Guide in English · 14:30The triple room can only be booked for three people. It has a queen bed plus a single bed.

K'gari Ultimate- Twin/DoubleUp to 2 people · Guide in English · 14:30The twin/double room can only be booked for two people. It has a queen bed plus a single bed.

K'gari Ultimate- SingleUp to 1 people · Guide in English · 14:30The single room comes with one queen bed.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 14:30

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (4 to 17 years) · Infant (1 to 3 years): free

GroupUp to 40 · max 4 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Chinese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 6 days before the start.Between 2 and 6 days before the start, 50% refund.After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by K'gari Explorer Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Fraser Island's main attractions (lakes, rainforest, beaches, and shipwrecks) without arranging your own transport, park permits, or daily logistics. The five-day structure spreads the touring across two full days with built-in rest time, so you're not rushing between stops.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 17 years); Infant (1 to 3 years): free.

What's the fitness level required for this tour?

Moderate fitness is needed. Lake Wabby involves a 4km return walk across soft sand and bushland. The tour includes multiple stops with walking, but the pace is set by the group and the guide.

Are meals included in the five-day package?

Accommodation and park fees are included. The resort has three restaurants and four bars on-site. Meals are available but typically booked separately or charged to your room account.

How do I get to River Heads to catch the ferry?

River Heads is the departure point for ferries to Kingfisher Bay Resort. Hotel pickups from Hervey Bay are available. You must call the local service provider at least 48 hours before your tour to arrange pickup and confirm the exact time. Pickups begin approximately 2 hours before ferry departure.

What should I pack?

Bring zinc sunscreen, a hat, and swimwear. You'll be swimming in lakes and spending time on the beach. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the rainforest and sand walks.

Is there a deposit required at the resort?

Yes. A $200 credit card deposit is held at check-in for incidental charges (meals, activities, extras). If there are no additional charges, the full amount is refunded when you leave.

What if I have dietary requirements?

Indicate any dietary needs when you book. The resort restaurants can accommodate most requests if you notify them in advance.

Can I do a scenic flight over the island?

Yes. Air Fraser offers scenic flights over Fraser Island. This is an optional add-on available during the tour and can be arranged with your guide.