Fraser Island and Hervey Bay are renowned as THE playground for migrating whales around the world heading back to the Antarctic.

If you are intending to visit Fraser Island, why not consider doing the 'East Coast' by including the Whitsundays and Cairns onto your itinerary, where you can see some other great locations around the stunning country of Australia.

Fraser Island is one of Australia's icons, with plenty to see and do on the island. With so much to experience on this World Listed Heritage Site, we have put together a sample itinerary of the highlights, whether you only have a day or more.

There are numerous ways to access Fraser Island, either by private car, plane, train or bus, in order to get to the ferry transfer to the island. We've laid out all your options so you can choose the best path for you before visiting Fraser Island. 

Fraser Island is the world's largest sand island and is home to many beaches, plenty of fishing and loads of sightseeing at its many beautiful vantage points and lakes. Fraser Island has many beautiful destinations that are great for the whole family, with plenty of family tours available. Most locations are easily accessible by walking tracks, boardwalks and pathways, making it easy to make you way from one spot to the next. 

Why just view it, when you can drive on it!

As an island, there is a short distance to travel to get to Fraser Island, but it has been made very easy with most tours now including ferry transfers and pick up and drop offs from your accommodation. These pick up locations are widespread - from Noosa, Hervey Bay and even the Sunshine Coast, depending on the tour, and will take you to either of the 2 ferry locations at Hervey Bay or Rainbow Beach. Regular ferries run from these gateways to Fraser Island where you will begin your adventure! All you have to do is choose what tour to go on and where you want to depart!

The Fraser Island dingo is known as an Australian icon for many reasons. It's hard to turn a corner in Australia without seeing some of the nation's rich and unique fauna at every glance. Stretching from the north to the south, this is a lucky country filled with cuddly koalas from the south, playful platypuses in the east, gleeful galas above in the treetops and the cunning crocodiles below the surface. 

Who would have thought sand could be so interesting! These grainy, seemingly-insignificant particles are fascinating, and it is a bit mind-blowing how these minuscule pieces can make up an incredible tropical island such as Fraser Island. Take your mind to some of the best beaches in Australia - Whitehaven Beach, Lizard Island, Bondi Beach and Byron Bay, all of which are known for their sand.

Fraser Island should be a must-see for anyone who travels to Australia. Even if you are an Australian yourself, you simply must experience the beauty which make up your own backyard. Exhibit A - Fraser Island!