3 Day K’Gari Self Drive Fraser Island Tour

    Explore Fraser Island on a 4-wheel drive tag-a-long self-drive adventure.

    Head over to paradise on our 3 day Fraser Island tag-along tour. Tag-along on K’ Gari (Fraser Island) is used to describe a 4wd follow the leader style tour, so you can either drive or be driven.

    Self Drive on K’ Gari (Fraser Island) with our 3-day tour. Or sit back and enjoy as our tour leader drives you around the island for 3 days of fun.

    Fraser Island is the biggest island in the world which is surrounded by lush rainforest with over 100 freshwater lakes to take your pick from for a refreshing dip. Meet new friends whilst cruising along listening to tunes in 4WD vehicles. Maybe if you’re lucky you will catch a glimpse of some of the island’s wildlife including dingos and lizards.

    There are so many highlights on Fraser Island on our 3-day Fraser Island tag-along tour. You will swim through the crystal clear waters of the stunning Lake McKenzie, and hike to Indian Head to take in amazing 360-degree views of the island. Relax in the Champagne Pools, take turns driving 4×4’s along the beach to all the world-class destinations, You will then drive to Eli Creek to soak in the waters of the pristine creek and explore beautiful heritage-protected rainforests.

    This tour departs from either Rainbow Beach or from Noosa, so option to start and finish from either spot on the East Coast.

    On this self-drive Fraser Adventure, you will travel with a bunch of like-minded, adventurous travelers. Perfect if you are backpacking in Australia.  Bit more comfort camping on this trip with a 4-person walk-in safari tent with single beds plus Hot showers and toilets and a great tour guide to show you around, we invite you to just take it all in.

    Visit this bucket list destination on our 3-day Fraser island tag-along tour to K’Gari. Get ready for an adventure!

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    K'gari Safari Self Drive & Guided Camping Tour (ex Noosa or Rainbow Beach)

    Adult

    1 pre 1 post night at Nomads Noosa (Noosa pick up only) From $689
    2 post nights at Nomads Noosa (Rainbow Beach OR Nomads Noosa pick up) From $689
    2 pre nights at Nomads Noosa (Noosa pick up only) From $689
    Tour only (Nomads Noosa or Rainbow Beach pick up) From $649

    Options Upgrades

    1 pre 1 post night at Nomads Noosa (Noosa pick up only) From $669
    2 post nights at Nomads Noosa (Rainbow Beach OR Nomads Noosa pick up) From $669
    2 pre nights at Nomads Noosa (Noosa pick up only) From $669
    Tour only (Nomads Noosa or Rainbow Beach pick up) From $629
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      Itinerary

      Day 1: Rainbow Beach to Fraser Island

      Day 1 starts early with a pick up from Nomads Noosa After we get your luggage into storage, you’ll be heading towards Rainbow Beach where you’ll be arriving after a 1.5-2hr drive. We stop here to collect, other guests and the 4WD’s and once the vehicle orientation is complete we’re on our way to amazing K’gari. If departing from Rainbow beach, we will collect you from the BP Petrol station at 9.15am.

      We take the ferry from Rainbow Beach and land at Hook Point on the Southern tip of Fraser Island approximately 10 min later.

      Stay overnight in 4 man tents in a pre set up campsite with comfy beds and linen.

      Day 2: Fraser Island

      Your second day means another early start so you get to make the most of your time on the island! After breakfast (continental style breakfast – cereal, toasts, spread, tea & coffee), we continue your adventure K’gari adventure. The itinerary can vary subject to tides and weather conditions but the aim is that over the tour you will see Lake McKenzie, Eli Creek, Maheno Wreck, Champagne Pools, Lake Wabby and drive along 75 mile beach.
      Back to the same camp site, help with dinner prep and then hang with your new friends.

      Day 3: Fraser Island

      After breakfast we continue seeing the sights. We start to head home around lunch time. A brief stop at Rainbow Beach, to drop off any Rainbow Departures before driving back to Nomads Noosa arriving anytime between 3.00 – 6.00pm (please don’t arrange any buses or flights as we cannot guarantee a return time). On return you meet in the bar for a debrief, luggage collection and for those staying at Nomads Noosa (95% of guests stay) to collect their room keys.

      We suggest staying overnight in Noosa as we cannot guarantee you will be back in time to catch you plane or bus, plus we don’t want you to miss out on the entertainment we have at KB’s bar. An amazing end to an amazing trip!

      If you are leaving the tour in Rainbow we can drop you in town on the way out to Noosa.

      Highlights
      What To Bring
      Important Booking Info
      FAQs
      Reviews
      • Departs from Noosa or Rainbow Beach to K’gari (Fraser Island)
      • 4×4 Safari where you can drive! (need to be 21 + 2years driving experience)
      • Visit Lake McKenzie, Champagne Pools, Eli Creek, Maheno Wreck, Lake Wabby, 75 mile beach
      • Swim, explore and drive on this 3 day tour
      • Camping with beds and fresh linen

      Essential things to pack

      • A small day bag that includes your clothes for 3 days
      • Drivers license (no photo copies accepted)
      • Alcohol – anything in a can (no glass, boxed wine or pure spirits)
      • Swimmers, towel
      • Sunblock and hat
      • Warm clothes in winter
      • Rain jacket
      • Insect repellent
      • Closed shoes
      • Water bottle
      • Toiletries
      • Small easy to inflate floating for your swims in the lakes (optional)

      Important Booking Info

      • Optional extra to the package can include 2 nights in a 16 share mixed en-suite dorm at Nomads Noosa which provides the opportunity to get to know the rest of your tour group departure. If this is not for you, there are options to upgrade to a smaller or private room (subject to availability).
      • Return trip – Guests are driven back to Nomads Noosa at the end of the trip
      • No wifi at the campsite
      • Drivers need to be 21 yrs + and have 2 years driving experience
      • For a more basic camping experience check out our 3 Day K’Gari 4WD Camping Tour.
      • If you prefer no camping check out our 3-day accommodated K’Gari Tour sleeping in a guest house.
      Where can I join this tour?

      Tours depart from Noosa and Rainbow Beach.

      Can I drive on Fraser Island?

      Booking a Fraser Island tagalong tour is by far the safest way to experience the island. It offers you the chance to drive or be driven and with a guide leading the way you’ve got all the fun without any of the worry. We supply all the 4WD’s on our tours and our fleet is made up of the ever reliable Toyota Landcruiser. Fully automatic and geared up for sand driving they are perfectly suited to be put through the challenges of driving on Fraser Island.

      If you have a full/open drivers licence, are over 21 and passed your driving test more than 12 months ago you can drive one of our 4WD’s on tour. You need to have the Photo ID Card Licence with you and if your licence is not written in English or states ‘Drivers Licence’ on it in English you will need to provide an international translation.

      Reviews

      The K’Gari Fraser Island 4wd adventure was a trip of a lifetime. Our incredible guide Hana showed us the island that holds her heart and shared Dreamtime stories from the Butchulla people who have been the guardians of K’Gari for 40,000 years.. From the tea tree oil infused Lake Allom to paddle-boarding on the crystal blue waters of Lake Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie), our group of 20 backpackers from all over the world had a blast. We stayed in beautiful lodgings at Eurong Beach Retreat, where 6 shared a hostel style room and communal style meals, which helped us bond over the weekend. The food was healthy, delicious and bountiful so we had lots of food to fuel us through the action packed days. Everyone in the group had the opportunity to drive the 4wd trucks on the 75 mile beach and in the bush, bumping along secluded gravel roads while singing karaoke. Even though it was a short trip we packed a lot in, including the Champagne Pools, beautiful rock pools at the north end of the beach, and sand-boarding on the sand dunes. K’Gari is a natural wonder, as it is the largest sand island in the world, even though it boasts rainforests! All in all, I had an amazing weekend, met incredible people and was shown the beauty of K’Gari by a passionate guide who is invested in sustainable ecotourism so we can protect the island for future generations.
      Isabella Gillard
      Age Group: 20 - 25
      The K’Gari Fraser Island 4wd adventure was a trip of a lifetime. Our incredible guide Hana showed us the island that holds her heart and shared Dreamtime stories from the Butchulla people who have been the guardians of K’Gari for 40,000 years.. From the tea tree oil infused Lake Allom to paddle-boarding on the crystal blue waters of Lake Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie), our group of 20 backpackers from all over the world had a blast. We stayed in beautiful lodgings at Eurong Beach Retreat, where 6 shared a hostel style room and communal style meals, which helped us bond over the weekend. The food was healthy, delicious and bountiful so we had lots of food to fuel us through the action packed days. Everyone in the group had the opportunity to drive the 4wd trucks on the 75 mile beach and in the bush, bumping along secluded gravel roads while singing karaoke. Even though it was a short trip we packed a lot in, including the Champagne Pools, beautiful rock pools at the north end of the beach, and sand-boarding on the sand dunes. K’Gari is a natural wonder, as it is the largest sand island in the world, even though it boasts rainforests! All in all, I had an amazing weekend, met incredible people and was shown the beauty of K’Gari by a passionate guide who is invested in sustainable ecotourism so we can protect the island for future generations.
      Isabella Gillard
      Age Group: 20 - 25
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