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1 Day K'gari Adventure 4WD Hire

FROM: $295
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Departure Times

Departs: Flexible - Please Enquire
Returns: Flexible - Please Enquire

Departure Point: Rainbow Beach, QLD

Pricing Options

$50 AUD / Vehicle - Play It Safe Insurance (Reduce Excess To $2500) - Add On (Between: 30 Jun 2025 and 31 Mar 2026)
$75 AUD / Vehicle - Play It Safest Insurance (Reduce Excess To $1000) - Add On (Between: 30 Jun 2025 and 31 Mar 2026)
$295 AUD / Vehicle - 1 Day Vehicle Hire (Between: 04 Jun 2025 and 31 Mar 2026)

Spend an action-packed day on K'gari exploring at your own pace with 4WD hire!

  • Hire your own 4WD vehicle from Freedom Hostel in Rainbow Beach
  • Bring up to 5 guests on your exciting, self-guided adventure
  • Comprehensive safety briefing to ensure you feel comfortable behind the wheel
  • Explore K'gari's stunning lakes, forests, and beaches

Experience the wonders of K'gari with Adventure 4WD Hire! Perfect for those who are short on time, 1 day K'gari 4WD hire allows you to explore the lush K'gari wilderness without a guide. On your day hire, you can pick up your 4WD in Rainbow Beach, attend a safety briefing, and be on your way to roam around K'gari independently. The experienced team will provide maps and driving tips so you can stay safe and enjoy K'gari to the fullest. 

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Highlights

  • 1 day 4WD adventure on K'gari
  • Departs Rainbow Beach
  • Experienced staff to provide safety tips and maps
  • Vehicles fit up to 5 guests
  • No prior 4WD driving experience required
  • Recovery equipment provided
  • Plan your own itinerary
  • Freedom to explore how you choose
  • Extended phone support offered

Vehicles

Vehicles provided will be either Toyota Prado 120 Series (2003–2009) or Toyota Landcruiser 100 Series (1998–2007), with vehicle selection not available.

Departs/Returns

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Vehicle Collection: To collect your vehicle, please meet one of our friendly team members outside Freedom Hostel in Rainbow Beach. Vehicle collections are by appointment only.

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What To Bring

  • Clothes and personal belongings for the duration of your stay
  • Camera
  • Water bottle
  • Sun protection
  • Driver's license (if driving - driver's license must be in English or come with an English translation)

What's Included

  • Vehicle hire 
  • Essential recovery equipment (tyre pressure gauge, compressor, etc.)
  • Jerry cans of water
  • First aid kit
  • Compulsory 3rd Party Insurance 
  • Safety training + 4WD “how to” information
  • Extended phone...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time can I collect my vehicle?

The vehicle can be collected any time from 7am and must be dropped off before 5:30pm (late fees apply). Please meet one of our friendly team members outside Freedom Hostel in Rainbow Beach. Vehicle collections are by appointment only. 

Where can we park our car in Rainbow Beach while we are on K'gari?

There is parking at Freedom Hostel in Rainbow Beach, however the vehicles are not monitored and it’s not secure parking, so it’s at your own risk.

Do we need national park permits?

Yes, you will need a vehicle permit for K'gari. You can book this online via the QLD National Parks website.

How do we organise ferry transfers?

You can easily book your ferry transfers online via the Mantaray Barges website.

Do we need car insurance?

Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance is included in your 4WD hire. Optional upgrades for reduced excess or full cover are available.

Are there any age or license restrictions for 4WD hire?

Yes, drivers must be ages 21 or older. You must hold a valid drivers license and you must have held that license for at least two years. The license must also be in English, or come with an English translation.

Can we drive our 4WD outside of K'gari?

Yes, however the vehicle must not be taken outside a 30km radius from Rainbow Beach. A map will be provided, and we need to know where you are going in advance.

Is fuel included?

When you pick up your vehicle it will have a full tank of fuel. You must re-fill the fuel tank before returning your 4WD (failure to do so will incur an additional fee of $4 per litre).

Is food included during our K'gari trip?

Food is not included in your 4WD hire. Though there are a few supermarkets and restaurants on K’gari, we recommend bringing your own food from the mainland as it’s more affordable.

Do we need 4WD driving experience?

No! There is a mandatory safety briefing that takes place at the beginning of your hire period. The Adventure 4WD Hire staff will cover their tips for driving on K’gari, as well as any additional safety information you might need.

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Important Information

Important Information

Please note there is a 2-day minimum rental period during school holidays.

Peak season and public holidays: Additional surcharges may apply to bookings during peak season or public holidays.

Drivers: Drivers must be age 21 or older and hold a valid driver's license that they have had for at least two years. If the licence is not in English, the driver must present an International Driving Permit (IDP) or an official English translation of their original licence

Permits: You must organise a vehicle and/or camping permit for K’gari online via QLD National Parks.

Ferry: Dingos cannot book your ferry transfers for you, so you must also book this in advance via Mantaray Barges

Fuel: Your 4WD comes with a full tank of fuel, but you must refill the tank upon return. Failure to do so will incur an additional fee of $4 per litre.

Safety Briefing: The safety briefing is mandatory and will take up the first hour of your rental period. You must attend before you can drive the vehicle. The briefing will take place at the beach. 

Insurance: All hire options include CTP (Compulsory Third Party) Insurance. It covers personal injury but not damage to vehicles or property. In case of an incident, there’s a standard $15,000 excess. We do offer options to reduce this, please see these options below:

  • Play it Safe – $50/day (excess reduced to $2,500)
  • Play it Safest – $75/day (excess reduced to $1,000)

Car cleaning: Vehicles must be returned in a reasonably clean condition. Extra cleaning fees up to $100 may apply if the vehicle needs to be re-cleaned.

Bond: The bond must be paid using a credit or debit card before vehicle pick-up. The bond is fully refundable within 5–10 business days after the vehicle is returned and inspected, provided there is no damage. 

  • No excess reduction selected: A $2,500 bond is required
  • $50/day excess reduction selected: A $2,500 bond is required
  • $75/day excess reduction selected: A $1,000 bond is required
  • If any drivers are under the age of 25, a $2,500 bond applies, regardless of excess reduction taken.

Your Responsibilities:

Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip. 

You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Fraser Tours / Mr Travel, and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.

It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers are correct.

It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and vessel check-in agent before boarding of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.

You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time. 


Prices/Extra Costs:

All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. Surcharges over peak holiday seasons may apply. 

The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.

We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.


Travel Risk/Insurance:

It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Tour Operator. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances. 


Merchant Fees:

Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.


Other: 

Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) are subject to change. The most recent versions can be found online on the relevant product pages. 

All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.

Cancellations

Client Cancellations:

All cancellations forfeit 25% of the recommended retail price (RRP) - not the discounted/sale price.

No shows or client cancellations made within 14 days of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price. 

Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee. 

It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to admin@mr-travel.com. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.


Supplier Cancellations:

The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.

All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.

In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Sailing Whitsundays retail outlet located Airlie Beach, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Mr Travel online department.


Refunds:

All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.

Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.

You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.


Accountability/Misconduct:

All Service Operators have the right to provide client feedback and to cancel bookings based off of feedback from other Service Operators. 

Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.

Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.


Thank you for booking with our East-Coast travel experts here at Mr Travel / Fraser-Tours.com. If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.

No shows or client cancellations made within 24 hours of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.

A refund in the event of cancellation is subject to both our Cancellation Policy and the terms of the supplier.

Terms and Conditions

Our Terms & Conditions apply to this experience. Please review them before booking.

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