4 Day K'gari Valley of the Giants Hike
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Set off on a spectacular, fully self-guided, 4-day hike through K'gari's ancient rainforest, exploring the iconic landmarks
- 4 days hiking through lush, green rainforests, along the K'gari Great Walk Track
- 4WD transfers, hiking backpacks & equipment provided
- Visit Lake McKenzie, Lake Wabby, and the Valley of the Giants
- Self-guided hiking experience with no outside help
- Sleep under the stars at K'gari's most magnificent destinations
Set out on a magnificent 4-day, 3-night Valley of the Giants Hike on K'gari (Fraser Island). This trail is the ultimate adventure for experienced hikers and nature lovers, taking you deep into the heart of K'gari's thriving rainforest. Over the course of 4 days, you'll cover approximately 50km of lush, forested trails, passing through the magnificent Valley of the Giants, home to some of the largest and oldest Satinay trees on the island, as well as ancient sand dunes and crystal clear freshwater lakes.
Designed with hike-enthusiasts in mind, this trail provides you with your cooking equipment and basic camping gear, but leaves you to do the heavy lifting. You'll be carrying your own equipment and hiking without a tour guide by your side. It's the perfect opportunity to be truly at one with nature. Get ready to challenge yourself and discover the wild beauty of K'gari in this once-in-a-lifetime hiking adventure!
Highlights
- 4-day, 3-night journey through K'gari (Fraser Island)
- 50km of adventure hiking
- All transport to and from K'gari included
- Camp and swim at Lake McKenzie and Lake Wabby
- Walk through ancient, towering rainforests
- Departs in Urangan near Hervey Bay
- All cooking equipment included
- Tent and sleeping mat provided
- The perfect tour for experienced, enthusiastic hikers
Sample Itinerary
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Day 1: Check-in and 4WD transfer from Hervey Bay
Walking distance: 7.1km total
Overnight camping: Valley of the Giants
Your journey will begin when you meet the Walking Tours team at their office in Urangan (you can either make your own way or take the complimentary hotel pick-up). Once you've had your safety briefing, been given your equipment, and discussed your itinerary, you'll head over ...
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Accommodation
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Over the course of your 4D3N hiking adventure, you'll spend a night in each of the following camp sites:
- Valley of the Giants walker's camp
- Lake Wabby walker's camp
- Lake McKenzie walker's camp
Due to the campsites' location in the midst of the forest, amenities are limited. There is no phone re...
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Departs/Returns
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All K'gari Walking Tours depart from the office in Hervey Bay at 6 Southern Cross Circuit, Urangan.
Transfers from your accommodation in Hervey Bay are included so please arrange those during booki...
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More Information
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What To Bring
- Suitable hiking shoes
- Food for all days on the hike
- Torch
- Water bottle
- Walking pole if needed
- Small amount of clothes
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Swimmers
- Lightweight clothing
- Long-sleeve shirt
- Portable phone/ camera charger
- Personal toiletries including prescribed medicines
- First aid
- Water purification kit
- Small first aid kit
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
What's Included
- 4 day, 3 night hike of K'gari (Fraser Island)
- Around 50km ...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this tour begin?
This tour begins in Hervey Bay, 6 southern Cross Circuit Urangan, near the airport. From here, you'll meet the team who will take you through a briefing, give you the relevant supplies, and transfer you over to K'gari
What level of fitness do I need to have for this hike?
This 4-day hike is for advanced, experienced walkers. Walkers will be required to carry all of their own equipment so hiking experience is highly recommended.
Is it safe to hike on K'gari?
Yes, with the safety briefing and itinerary provided by K'gari Walking Tours, it is safe to hike on K'gari.
They know where their hikers are and have emergency plans in place should something happen.
That being said, hiking is not recommended for single walkers. This hike will only run with a minimum of 2 people.
Are there age restrictions for this walk?
The minimum age for this walk is 12 years.
Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent of guardian.
There are no upper age restrictions, so long as walkers are of suitable ability. Walkers with medical conditions should check with an agent before booking.
Can I tailor my own hike if I have a group?
Yes, hikes can be tailored especially for your group of 2-6 people. This would be a private charter tour, which means only your group would be on the hike.
To organise a private charter hike, get in touch with an agent.
Please note that this would be priced as a charter price, not per person.
What will the weather conditions be like?
The climate of K'gari is subtropical, with warm daytime temperatures throughout the entire year.
The winter months are from May to August, where the average temperatures are 14-25 C (57-77 degrees F).
Winter is the drier month of the year and it is less likely that you will see much rainfall during walking season. If it does rain, it’s generally short showers.
Check out our full guide to Weather on K'gari (Fraser Island) for more information.
Policies
Important Information
- This tour includes around 50km of walking and is suitable for experienced to advanced hikers with a high fitness level
- This tour runs from March to October
- Please wear good quality hiking shoes with support
- The camping facilities include composting toilets and running water, but no showers
- Terrain includes a mix of forest and bush tracks
- There are limited facilities at the campsite and limited mobile service
- Hike groups will be provided with a satellite GPS messenger that can send your locational information back to base, or be activated in an emergency situation
- Due to a lack of phone signal and different hiking terrains, hikers are not allowed to walk solo and must stay with the group.
Cancellations
All cancellations forfeit 25% of the recommended retail price (RRP) - not the discounted/sale price. No cancellations, refunds, or date changes within 7 days of departure date. No shows or client cancellations made within 7 days 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.
