Tasman Ventures - Remote Fraser Island (K'gari) Experience
Departure Times
Departs: Great Sandy Straits Marina Terminal, Bucaneer Drive, Hervey Bay QLD
Pricing Options
Discover the seclusion and the hidden delights of K'gari (Fraser Island), with an exclusive nature-focused intimate tour!
- See a less touristy side of the world's largest sand island
- Whale-watching encounters included in the itinerary during winter months
- Try fun water sports including snorkelling, kayaking, and tubing
- Visit remote, white-sand beaches and spot marine life
- Amphibious vessel designed to bring you right up to shore
Experience the untouched, unique side of the world's largest sand island on a K'gari (Fraser Island) Remote Experience with Tasman Ventures! This exclusive day tour runs a completely different itinerary from most island tours so you can escape the crowds and find hidden gems of this pristine island near Hervey Bay.
With Tasman Venture, you'll travel to K'gari (Fraser Island) on an amphibious watercraft that can bring you right up to shore, meaning you won't have to deal with the crowds of a ferry terminal. Spend the day bushwalking, swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, and paddleboarding at the island's more secluded beaches and rainforests. If you book during the winter months you might even get to see whales!
Highlights:
- Unique K'gari (Fraser Island) itinerary from Hervey Bay
- Visit secret locations like Wathumba Creek, Awinya Creek or Bowarrady Creek
- Hike sand dunes and walk across remote beaches
- Water sports included
- Guided walks
- Beach Access with Amphibious Watercraft
- Morning Tea
- Delicious buffet lunch
- Antipasti platter
- Fully licensed bar on board
- Experienced tour guides
- Free transfer from your Hervey Bay accommodation
If you book this tour during whale season (15 July 2024 - 20 October 2024), the itinerary may include a whale-watching experience where you can get up close and personal with these majestic giants!
Sample Itinerary
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Remote K'gari (Fraser Island) experience on the Western side of the island
Be one of the few lucky travellers to see the untouched and non-touristy side of K'gari (Fraser Island)! Though you won't visit the famous sites like Lake McKenzie or Eli Creek, you'll venture far away from the crowds and see beautiful locations that often go overlooked. Depart Hervey Bay and glide across the Great Sandy...
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Remote K'gari (Fraser Island) experience on the Western side of the island
Be one of the few lucky travellers to see the untouched and non-touristy side of K'gari (Fraser Island)! Though you won't visit the famous sites like Lake McKenzie or Eli Creek, you'll venture far away from the crowds and see beautiful locations that often go overlooked. Depart Hervey Bay and glide across the Great Sandy Strait to the western side of K'gari. Admire the pristine shores and be on the lookout for marine life such as dugongs, sea turtles, dolphins, and seabirds.
Water sports and crystal clear creeks
Fill your day on K'gari's western shores with visits to gorgeous creeks including Wathumba Creek and other potential spots like Awinya or Bowarrady Creek. Water sports equipment is all included so you can have a blast snorkelling, tubing, kayaking, or paddleboarding. Get up close with the marine creatures and the breathtaking scenery, and enjoy freshly prepared lunch and snacks to fuel you up while exploring.
Whale encounters (only available from mid July - mid October)
If you join this tour during whale season (July - October), your itinerary may include a scenic whale-watching tour. Tasman Ventures specialises in boutique, sustainable whale watching so you can get super close to these beautiful giants without disturbing their natural habitat. You can also opt to join a swimming with whales experience, which has to be booked in advance (please enquire for more info). To make time for the incredible whale watching, you may only visit one or two island locations during your K'gari (Fraser Island) day tour.
Departs/Returns
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Departs: Great Sandy Straits Marina Terminal, Bucaneer Drive, Hervey Bay QLD
Times: Departs 8am and returns at 5pm
During whale season (15 July - 20 October): Departs 7:30am and returns 4:30pm
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Departs: Great Sandy Straits Marina Terminal, Bucaneer Drive, Hervey Bay QLD
Times: Departs 8am and returns at 5pm
During whale season (15 July - 20 October): Departs 7:30am and returns 4:30pm
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What To Bring
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Jacket
- Comfortable shoes
- Polarised sunglasses
- Money for drinks and souvenirs (no BYO, we are a licensed vessel)
What's Included
- Unique island itinerary with water and beach activities
- Guided walks
- Beach Access with Amphibious Watercraft
- Lunch, morning tea, and snacks
- Fully licensed bar
- Tour guide
- Watersport equipment including kayaks, paddleboards, snorkel hear
- German, French and Dutch speaking tour...
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What To Bring
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Jacket
- Comfortable shoes
- Polarised sunglasses
- Money for drinks and souvenirs (no BYO, we are a licensed vessel)
What's Included
- Unique island itinerary with water and beach activities
- Guided walks
- Beach Access with Amphibious Watercraft
- Lunch, morning tea, and snacks
- Fully licensed bar
- Tour guide
- Watersport equipment including kayaks, paddleboards, snorkel hear
- German, French and Dutch speaking tour guides are available on request
- Up close and personal whale encounters (During whale season which is 15 July - 20 October)
What's Extra
- Drinks purchased onboard
Terms and Conditions
Please note this tour may not be suitable if you have existing neck or back problems or are pregnant. Check with your agent to make sure this tour is suitable for you.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Tour Operator.
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 actions of our clients which are beyond our control.
We 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. Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1.5% surcharge for VISA, MASTERCARD and AMEX card purchases.
Open Date Vouchers / Gift Certificate:
Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value.
E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees.
You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.
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 30 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.
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.
