Queensland / FRASER ISLAND TOURING AND ACCOMMODATION
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Fraser Island Adventure
Operated by Kingfisher Bay Resort Group
Your arrival at Kingfisher Bay Resort will exceed your expectations of golden beaches and sand dunes stretching as far as the eye can see , as there are postcardperfect moments at almost every track and turn .
By day you will explore Fraser ’ s famous sand tracks in the comfort of an airconditioned , custom-designed 4WD coach and visit Lake McKenzie with its sandy white beach , as well as walk along Wanggoolba Creek to Pile Valley . Enjoy the drive along the sandy highway of 75-Mile Beach , stopping off at the Maheno Shipwreck to see the spectacular cliffs of coloured sands before experiencing the cool waters of Eli Creek as you float down to the beach .
By night , enjoy resort living with all the comforts of home . This three-day / two-night package includes resort hotel accommodation , full-day Beauty Spots Tour including lunch and refreshments , hot buffet breakfast daily and return ferry transfer from River Heads ( Hervey Bay ).
Blue Dolphin Marine Tours price guide : $$$$
Operated by Blue Dolphin Marine Tours
With over 30 years ' experience , Blue Dolphin Marine Tours offers unbeatable marine and adventure tours in Queensland aboard a comfortable , multi-awardwinning sailing vessel .
Cruise the calm waters of the Great Sandy Strait and explore the untouched west coast of World Heritage-listed Fraser Island and the pristine Pelican Bank on the Fraser Island Eco Sailing Adventure .
Or get ready for some tail-slapping , breaching , pectoral-slapping or spy-hopping performed by the majestic humpback whales as you get up close and personal on a Exclusive Whale Watch Encounter tour .
Kingfisher Bay Resort , Fraser Island price guide : $
Kingfisher Bay Resort is situated on Queensland ’ s World Heritagelisted Fraser Island , the largest sand island in the world and a ' must-see ' destination on any east coast itinerary . A natural holiday spot , Fraser Island is the ideal base for exploring the many attractions , including over 100 amazing freshwater lakes , massive sand dunes , towering ancient rainforests , spectacular cliffs of coloured sands , the exquisite 75-Mile Beach with freshwater creeks flowing into the ocean , and Maheno Shipwreck .
Set in a natural amphitheatre , Kingfisher Bay Resort is surrounded by native bushland and overlooks the calm waters of the Great Sandy Strait . There is a choice of accommodation , including resort hotel rooms with forest and bay views or self-contained two- and three-bedroom villas featuring private decks , some with spa . Resort services include three restaurants , bars , general store , swimming pools , Natural Therapy Spa and tennis courts .
With expert ranger guides , discover the natural beauty of Fraser Island on a full-day Beauty Spots Tour or Personalised 4WD Tour . At the resort , join the rangers for nature-guided walks , talks and marine activities including stand-up paddle-boarding and Segway adventures . From August to October , cruise to see the magnificent humpback whales that play just north of the resort .
Access to Kingfisher Bay Resort is easy with passenger / vehicular ferry from River Heads ( Hervey Bay ) which takes 50 minutes . There are daily direct flights to Hervey Bay from Sydney and Brisbane and a coach service or train from Brisbane .
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From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’. www . andersonvacations . ca