Whitsunday & K'gari (Fraser Island) Backpacker Combo
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Embark on an East Coast experience to go down in history with our Whitsunday Island & K'gari (Fraser Island) package!
- Sail the Whitsunday Islands on the fun and social Atlantic Clipper, exploring Whitehaven Beach on the way!
- 4-wheel drive down golden beaches with a 3-day, 2-night K'gari (Fraser Island) camping tag-along tour!
- Scuba dive and snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park with turtles, colourful coral and aquatic wonders.
- Learn about the rich indigenous culture of K'gari with didgeridoo and boomerang demonstrations.
This fun, extended package of K'gari and the Whitsundays will show you the time of your life in some of the best parts of Australia. Atlantic Clipper is the largest tour in the Whitsundays and is famously known as the most fun as well! This wild ride will keep you entertained every minute of the day, ensuring you walk away with lasting memories and new friends!
Your Whitsundays trip will be paired with a 3-day tour of K'gari that will give you plenty of time to see the island's stunning gems like Lake Mackenzie, Eli Creek and Maheno Shipwreck. For 3 days and 2 nights, you will explore K'gari a tag-along tour, even taking the opportunity to 4WD on the island yourself! This combined package will ensure a fun trip, all while seeing the sights and experiencing the magic of Australia!
Package inclusions
- 2-day, 2-night sailing on Whitsunday Island's Atlantic Clipper
- 3-day, 2-night 4WD camping trip
- 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
Tour 1
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Atlantic Clipper 2 day, 2 night
Discover the Whitsunday Islands under the sun and relax by starlight on the awesome Atlantic Clipper. Bursting with a fun island itinerary, stop at Whitehaven Beach for a swim, hike up to Hill Inlet for stunning views and dive into the Great Barrier Reef for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Known as the ultimate backpacker trip in Airlie Beach, sail with up to 53 ...
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Atlantic Clipper 2 day, 2 night
Discover the Whitsunday Islands under the sun and relax by starlight on the awesome Atlantic Clipper. Bursting with a fun island itinerary, stop at Whitehaven Beach for a swim, hike up to Hill Inlet for stunning views and dive into the Great Barrier Reef for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Known as the ultimate backpacker trip in Airlie Beach, sail with up to 53 other travellers and spend your evenings getting to know each other. Choose to scuba dive for an additional cost with experienced instructors to make the most of your time in the world-wonder Great Barrier Reef. If you want a memorable trip that is full of lasting memories, plenty of laughs and lots of adventure, Atlantic Clipper is the right tour for you! This wild ride has all the added bonuses you could want during your Whitsunday sailing adventure.
Features:
- Young, fun, social group
- Liveaboard dive instructors - intro or cert divers welcome!
- Fun water slide
- Huge spa on deck
- Stand-up paddleboards
- Fully air-conditioned
- Fun and sociable trip
- Snorkelling gear and wetsuit hire included
- All meals are prepared on board
- Jet boat rides and banana boat rides available on board (additional cost)
- BYO Alcohol
Tour 2
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Dingos K'gari 3 day, 2 night tag-along
K'gari Adventures 3 day, 2-night tag-along tour is one of the best tours of the world's largest sand island! The three days will give you plenty of time to explore the best parts of the islands from aboard your own 4-wheel drive vehicle! You and your travel mates will follow your tour guide and lead car around the island, where guests can enjoy the thrill ...
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Dingos K'gari 3 day, 2 night tag-along
K'gari Adventures 3 day, 2-night tag-along tour is one of the best tours of the world's largest sand island! The three days will give you plenty of time to explore the best parts of the islands from aboard your own 4-wheel drive vehicle! You and your travel mates will follow your tour guide and lead car around the island, where guests can enjoy the thrill of driving on the world's largest sand island. Combine this with your deluxe beachfront campsite, and you will be on the adventure of a lifetime. Swim in the azul waters of Lake Mackenzie, stop for photos of the Maheno Shipwreck, float away down Eli Creek and walk through lush tropical forest with a social, fun group of beach adventurers!
Features:
- 2 nights camping on K'gari (Fraser Island)
- Tent with camping mat and sleeping bag
- Cooking equipment
- All meals and snacks
- Toyota Land Cruiser Prados, led by a lead vehicle and experienced guide
- Manual transmissions and diesel engines
- 7 passengers per vehicle, 31 people per trip
- One of the only campsites that can have a fire at night
- Floaties provided for your trip to Eli Creek
- National Park & vehicle permits included
- Return barge transfers from Rainbow Beach (all 4WDs will be escorted to the ferry)
- All 4WDs have iPod/MP3 adaptor cables
- Luggage storage and safety deposit in Rainbow Beach
- Optional pre/post accommodation in Rainbow Beach at Freedom Hostel
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What To Bring
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What's Included
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What's Extra
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Terms and Conditions
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What To Bring
Please refer to each individual product for a full guide on "What To Bring" for each tour.
What's Included
Please refer to each individual product for a full guide on "What's Included" for each tour.
What's Extra
Please refer to each individual product for a full guide on "What's Extra" for each tour.
Terms and Conditions
Please refer to each individual product for the full "Terms & Conditions" of each tour.
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
Please refer to each individual product for the full "Cancellation Policy" of each tour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the trip?
It's up to you! When you purchase this package, you receive two tours at a discounted rate. Our friendly travel agents will then book you into your preferred dates for both your Whitsunday sailing trip (2-days, 2-nights) and your K'gari 4WD camping trip (3-days, 2-nights). Please note that dates are subject to availability.
We recommend giving yourself two weeks for the whole trip, including travel time between the Sunshine Coast and Airlie Beach, with plenty of time to discover Noosa, Rainbow Beach and Airlie Beach along the way! Check out our East Coast itineraries or chat with our travel agents to organise the rest of your tours, transport and accommodation!
Which order are the tours in?
This package is super flexible, so you can choose! Whether you start with your Whitsunday sailing trip and finish with your K'gari tour, or vice versa, these tours can work around your schedule.
How long is the journey between the Whitsundays and K'gari (Fraser Island)?
The journey between Rainbow Beach (the gateway to K'gari) and Airlie Beach (the gateway to the Whitsunday Islands) is an 11-hour drive (without stops). The Greyhound Bus from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach takes between 14.5 to 16.5 hours.
We recommend giving yourself two weeks for this package, allowing plenty of time to explore the East Coast of Australia!
Is transport included?
Transport is not included in the standard package. However, a Greyhound Whimit Bus Pass or campervan, are popular add-ons and we can offer you a discounted rate if you need a hand getting from A to B! Opt for the package + Whimit Bus Pass option at checkout, or live chat with our travel agents to make the travel part a breeze!
Is accommodation included?
In total, this package includes 4 nights of accommodation. You will spend 2 nights aboard Atlantic Clipper in a comfortable, air-conditioned shared cabin, and 2 nights in a deluxe, beachside campsite on K'gari with hot showers and modern toilets (tents and gear sorted).
Accommodation between K'gari and Airlie Beach isn't included, however, our travel agents can book premium hostels for you along the East Coast. Just enquire in the live chat about discount deals... we'll sort your trip out seamlessly!
Can I do the tours back-to-back?
Due to the 11-hour journey between Airlie Beach and Rainbow Beach, we recommend giving yourself at least one or two days between the end of your first tour and the beginning of your second.
Can I make friends if I'm travelling solo?
Both of these tours are social, backpacker-style trips. Naturally, this attracts young, fun and social travellers, making it super cruisy and easy to make friends! We recommend this package for solo travellers, small groups and friends/couples alike.
Are meals provided?
Your two tours are inclusive and catered for. In total, you will receive 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners, along with snacks in between.
Can my dietary requirements be catered for?
Common dietary requirements like vegetarian and gluten-free can be catered for upon request. If you have dietary requirements, please let our travel agents know ASAP so they can confirm and arrange for any changes.
Is this tour family-friendly?
Unfortunately, this package isn't suitable for children. This is a backpacker-style trip designed for travellers aged between 18 and 35. If you're a young-at-heart adventurer, this social package is perfect!
If you're looking for family-friendly trips, check out our Whitsunday tours and K'gari tours which are perfect for children.
