Wongi Sandblow, K'gari (Fraser Island)
Wongi Sandblow is a remarkable natural landmark on K'gari (Fraser Island). With rolling hills of fine golden sands, Wongi Sandblow is the perfect place to marvel at and appreciate the dynamic landscape of the world's largest sand island. K'gari is home to some of the most ancient sand dunes in Australia, and Wongi Sandblow shows these sands in all their glory!
Here is all you need to know about the Wongi Sandblow on K'gari (Fraser Island).
Where is Wongi Sandblow on K'gari?
Wongi Sandblow is located in southeast K'gari (Fraser Island), in between Dilli Village and Lake Boomanjin. The immense layers of sand dunes tower high above sea level and are surrounded by pristine forests. When you visit Wongi Sandblow, you can walk over the sand dunes and head to the very top for panoramic views over the Pacific Ocean, 75 Mile Beach, and the majestic wilderness of K'gari.
How to get to Wongi Sandblow
Wongi Sandblow is only accessible via walking trails from either Dilli Village or Lake Boomanjin. K'gari's roads don't take you right up to the sandblow, as the island is still very wild and remote and much of the wilderness is untouched or inaccessible. But if you're looking for some amazing day hikes to try on K'gari, consider a walk to Wongi Sandblow.
(Also consider a guided K'gari Walking Tour for a multi-day hiking adventure on K'gari!)
Hiking along the K'gari Great Walk from Dilli Village
You can get to the magnificent Wongi Sandblow via the K'gari Great Walk. This epic trail is 90km in total and generally takes around 7-8 days to complete, but you can just walk small sections of it as well. Those who choose to tackle the entire trail are in for the adventure of a lifetime as they trek through the dense wilderness of K'gari!
To reach Wongi Sandblow via the K'gari Great Walk, you can follow the trail from Dilli Village. The walk from Dilli Village to Wongi Sandblow and back is about 8.3km return, which will probably take around 3-4 hours. Be sure to have good walking shoes and pack plenty of water for the hike.
Hiking along the K'gari Great Walk from Lake Boomanjin
If you're following the K'gari Great Walk, you'll start at Dilli Village and then reach the Wongi Sandblow. Following the track beyond the sandblow, the next major landmark you'll reach is Lake Boomanjin. So another option is to park your 4WD at Lake Boomanjin and then hike to Wongi Sandblow from there. This walk is about 4.2km return and takes only 1.5-2 hours total.
This is a fun way to experience Wongi Sandblow because once you finish the hike, you'll return back to Lake Boomanjin where you can reward yourself with a refreshing swim. Lake Boomanjin is the largest perched lake on the island and is known for its slightly red tinge that it gets from the surrounding tea trees. But don't let the colours deter you from swimming, Lake Boomanjin is incredibly clean and refreshing.
Self-drive 4WD adventures on K'gari
Whether you're hoping to see Wongi Sandblow as you take on the K'gari Great Walk, or you're just looking for fun things to do on the island, you'll need a 4WD for your time on K'gari. The island is only accessible with a 4WD, so you'll have to either bring your own or hire one. Luckily, there are lots of convenient 4WD hire options, many of which include camping or accommodation packages to make your life easier.
Do any K'gari tours visit Wongi Sandblow?
Wongi Sandblow is not included on any guided group tours of K'gari (Fraser Island). It's simply not a very touristy spot, especially compared to the Hammerstone Sandblow which has similar scenery. Many guided tours visit the Hammerstone Sandblow, as it's right next to the stunning Lake Wabby. Plus, the walk to get here is only about 30 minutes, so it's more accessible for most tourists.
Stay longer on K'gari (Fraser Island) with these amazing tours!
So one of the best parts of the Wongi Sandblow? It's never crowded because no tours come here! You will likely have the vast sand dunes all to yourself after hiking to Wongi Sandblow. Most tours to K'gari focus on the popular locations and just don't have time to hit the lesser-known spots such as this. But you can always book a private day tour in which you have some control over the itinerary! In this case you may have to sacrifice some time spent at other tourist spots, but you can ask your guide if it's possible to visit Wongi Sandblow.
