Save Money On Your Fraser Island Tour
Travelling along the East Coast of Queensland doesn't have to be a budget-breaking trip, especially with plenty of great deals, combos and discounts for backpackers and budget-savvy travellers heading to Fraser Island. To help you in your planning, we have listed the top 5 ways to save money on your Fraser Island tour!
As a must-see destination in Australia, Fraser Island is a popular tourist attraction for backpackers who want to see and experience all of the island's beauty and natural phenomena that includes 75-Mile Beach, Eli Creek, Lake McKenzie, Central Station forest and the island's native dingoes.
And just because you a low on coin, doesn't mean you have to miss out! There are plenty of ways to make your money count when you are booking your Fraser Island tour. Below we have listed some tips to help you stick to your budget and to make the most our of your Fraser Island trip.
Here are 5 ways to save money while getting the most out of your Fraser Island experience:
- Book as a group
If you are travelling with a number of people as a group, you can save money by booking altogether. Have a chat to our travel consultants about group booking discounts. It's also smart to book your group all at one time to ensure you all make it onto your tour of choice. If you wait in between bookings, you may end up losing a potential spot!
- Stick with the backpacker tours
There are plenty of day and overnight tours made just for those on a budget! These tours are also mostly all-inclusive and all you have to bring is your own alcohol. If you're trying to stick to your budget, we would recommend sticking with these tours - but don't worry, you won't lose out! All tours have a similar itinerary, but backpacker tours will likely just have more basic accommodation and meals, resulting in a less expensive tour.
- Stay in budget accommodation
There are plenty of hostels close to Fraser Island, including Hervey Bay, Rainbow Beach and Noosa. You can also book extra nights' accommodation before or after your trip (at the same time as you book your tour), at a discounted rate. This is a less expensive option than booking hotels, motels or airbnbs. Hostels usually have different accommodation options, from dorm-style rooms to private rooms. They often have on-site restaurants and other amenities, too! Ask your agent about a hostel that is right for you.
- Hop on-Hop off
Bus transportation is always the more affordable way to travel, and with a hop-on, hop-off pass, you can travel around to pretty much anywhere you wish, at your own pace. These are a great way to get around the east coast, and it is also a great scenic drive. There are several hop-on, hop-off passes that varying in length of travel and times of use. We can help you find the pass that's right for and will stretch your dollar the furthest to ensure you're using your budget wisely.
- Book a package
If you intend to visit more destinations than Fraser Island, such as the Whitsundays or Cairns, it is best to book a package deal. We offer several package deals for backpackers that will combine two destinations or more, offering a discounted price, giving you the best backpacker tour options. They sometimes will include accommodation in the packages as well, covering all the bases! This will also make managing your trip easier, as you will have all the information in one place.
