Kingfisher Bay - Lake McKenzie Tour
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Fraser Island, the world's largest sand island, is a place of exceptional beauty. The sand, surprisingly, supports fresh-water lakes ringed by white, sandy beaches perched in the tops of the dunes and fast-flowing streams, perfect places to relax and swim.)
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This is the only place in the world where tall rainforests are found growing on sand dunes at elevations or over 200 metres. Famous Seventy-Five Mile Beach is flanked by strikingly coloured sand cliffs and desert-like sand blows.
On a drive along the beach you will see the wreck of the cruise liner Maheno, which came ashore in 1935. Keep a look out for Australia's purest bred dingoes.
The island has a rich cultural history. Aboriginal legend names the island K'gari, meaning paradise. European history is rich with tales of shipwrecks, logging and early explorers. Its World Heritage listing ranks Fraser Island with Australia's Uluru, Kakadu and the Great Barrier Reef. As a precious part of Australia's natural and cultural heritage, it is protected for all to appreciate and enjoy.
Lake McKenzie Tour
The Lake McKenzie Tour is the perfect way to experience Fraser Island's World Heritage wonders - as only the multi-award-winning Kingfisher Bay Resort can show you.
- Your tour begins with a courtesy pick-up from your Hervey Bay accommodation by your expert ranger guide.
- The tour departs daily at 6:45am from Urangan Boat Harbour on the Kingfisher Bay Resort catamaran, returning at approximately 6pm.
- Cruise across the Great Sandy Strait to Kingfisher Bay Resort. A guided nature walk will take you around the beautiful lakes in the resort grounds, where there are more than 160 varieties of plants.
- Visit the Kingfisher Bay Village Store for last minute purchase or relax with a coffee at the Caf� before you depart on your island tour.
- Tour at a leisurely pace in a modern air-conditioned, four-wheel drive coach.
- Drive along famous Seventy-Five-Mile Beach as the surf crashes in and birds of prey circle around headlands.
- Stop for a swim in the cool fresh waters of Eli Creek as it flows swiftly into the ocean or admire the profusion of flowers and birds that can be seen from the boardwalk.
- View the coloured sands of the pinnacles and the rusting wreck of the cruise ship Maheno.
- Relax and enjoy a hearty buffet lunch at Eurong Beach Resort, which overlooks Seventy-Five Mile Beach.
- Experience the peace and beauty of Central Station and absorb the history of the former logging camp.
- Stroll through the rainforest along the banks of Wanggoolba Creek, home to the magnificent giant king fern.
- At Pile Valley marvel at the tall, majestic satinay trees. Satinays were logged to line the banks of the Suez Canal.
- Relax at Lake McKenzie, Fraser Island's most spectacular fresh-water lake. Swim in the crystal clear waters, walk around the white, sandy shore or just relax and enjoy the view.
- The itinerary order may change due to tides and weather conditions.
ex Hervey Bay (all inclusive):
Adult: $185.00 per person
Child: $121.00 per person (4-14 years)
Valid to 31/03/09
ex Kingfisher Bay (excludes launch transfers):
Adult: $165.00 per person
Child: $95.00 per person (4-14 years)
Valid to 31/03/09
Additional Information:
Departs Urangan Boat Harbour daily at 6:45am - Returns approximately 6:00pm
Departs Kingfisher Bay Resort daily at 8:15am - Returns approximately 4:30pm
The Lake McKenzie Tour departs Urangan Boat Harbour daily at 6:45am and includes courtesy transfers to and from your accommodation, launch transfers, morning tea, buffet lunch at Eurong Beach Resort and National Park fees. Times for courtesy pick-ups from your accommodation will be advised when booking.
This tour has Advanced Ecotourism Accreditation. This is the highest level awarded by Ecotourism Australia's world-class program, which benchmarks responsible environmental tourism.
Your guide will have a wealth of knowledge about the cultural and natural history of the island. Binoculars and nature books are available on the coach.
What to bring:
Camera, Sunscreen, Hat & Sunglasses, Walking Shoes, Swimsuit & Towel, Water Bottle.
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