The perfect Queensland bucket list experience is here! Enjoy time exploring both coasts of the world’s largest sand island on one eco-adventure to suit all travellers.
Led by your expert local guide, tick off all of the favourite K’gari locations including the crystal-clear depths of Lake McKenzie and the towering rainforest of Pile Valley, all from the comfort of a custom built, air-conditioned 4WD coach. PLUS, uncover some of the destination’s equally spectacular hidden gems such as the emerald green oasis of Lake Wabby.
ARRIVAL OPTIONS:
Courtesy Transfers: If you require a courtesy transfer from select locations in Hervey Bay, please enter your pick-up location at the time of booking and a collection time will be provided. This must be requested at least 48 hours prior to departure.
Self-Driving: Hervey Bay is approximately 3 hours by car north of Brisbane, 2.5 hours north of Sunshine Coast and 1.5 hours north of Rainbow Beach. Check-in at our Mainland Reception in River Heads. On Google Maps, this will appear as 54 Ariadne St. After arriving at this location, park in the secure car parking facility and hop on the courtesy coach fortransport to the ferry departure point. Once on island, you can enjoy a range of resort facilities and check in to your hotel room (after 2.00pm). All checked-in bags will be delivered to your hotel room through the resort’s porter service.
Secure Car Park Facilities: The secure facility is located adjacent to our River Heads Reception, fee's apply. Bookings are highly recommended and can be made directly with our Reservations Team at +61 7 4194 9222 or 1800 372 737 (within Australia).
Travelling with Infants
For bookings that includes infants (1-3 years old) you must call our Sales & Reservations team on 1800 372 737. All infants must be able to sit upright in a booster seat. K'gari Explorer does not provide booster seats, so please bring along.
Those travelling with a campervan can drive to River Heads Mainland Reception where they can receive a secure pin to gain access to the parking facilities. Bookings are recommended. 1 night rate is a $30 local payment.
Your accommodation
K'gari Beach Resort offers triple, twin and single hotel rooms. Each room has a private ensuite, TV and private deck. The resort offers many facilities for guest use however, at the end of the day the best place to unwind is at the McKenzie's on 75 bar & Bistro, otherwise you can go for a stroll and watch a magical sunset over the Pacific Ocean.
Top tip
Don’t forget to bring a little bit of spending money along with you. There is a general store at K'gari Beach Resort where you can pick up a souvenir to remind you of your time on the world famous K'gari!
If English is your second language, please down load our foreign language guide app. Our app provides expert commentary and fun facts about the world's largest sand island in audio and script formats and is available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Chinese. Down load our Foreign Language Guide App that can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store prior to arrival.
Extra information
Our 4WD coaches have been specifically designed to navigate the sandy tracks and unique terrain found on K'gari. They are air-conditioned, have panoramic windows and are capable of carrying 40 passengers.
Advice for pregnant travellers and peope with medical conditions. As this tour is off-road on sand tracks and conditions can be rough at times, we advise all pregnant travellers and people with medical conditions to seek medical advice before booking this tour.
Children over the age of one are welcome on all of our tours. If your child is under the age of eight, please provide them with a car seat. If you do not have a car seat, please call the Reservations Team before booking.
Qld law states that all passengers must be suitably restrained including infants.