Over the millennia, sand drifting from mainland Australia formed Fraser Island. Known as K’Gari─paradise─in the local Aboriginal language, the island boasts an incredibly diverse landscape with sandy beaches, giant sand dunes, lush rainforest and more than 100 lakes.
Your Fraser Island hiking experience includes camping equipment such as a tent, hiking backpack and cooking gear, plus maps, itineraries, permits, and return 4WD and barge transfers that takeyou from Hervey Bay to the starting point on Fraser Island for the self-guided hike. You will receive a full safety briefingand information about what to expect on your Fraser Island hiking adventure. All you need to bring is your personal gear and food for your trip. The hiking trails call for a moderate level of fitness, so come prepared.
Day 1: Hervey Bay to Fraser Island  Lake Wabby
Your hiking adventure starts with a courtesy pick up from your accommodation followed by a full safety briefing and equipment check. Your driver will take you on a 4WD adventurefrom Hervey Bay to the eastern beach of Fraser Island. Youwill be dropped atthe entrance to Lake Wabby, where you can enjoy a lunch stop, then by the afternoon your hiking adventure begins with an exciting 3km hike into Lake Wabby, where you spend your first night camping under the stars at the hikers camp!
Overnight: camping at Lake Wabby
Day 2: Lake Wabby  Lake McKenzie
Have a swim in the emerald waters before packing up and hiking through untouched Rainforest to Lake McKenzie. Set up camp at Lake McKenzie where you will have it to yourselves, swim at the secret hikers beach or enjoy a magical sunset and sunrise in paradise!Walking Distance approximately 12km or optional 22km via Central Station.
Overnight: camping at Lake McKenzie
Day 3: Lake McKenzie  Hervey Bay
Enjoy an early morning swim and peaceful moments by the awe inspiring beauty of Lake McKenzie. After morning tea or lunch, enjoy a moderate hike 8km or optional 13km out to the barge at Kingfisher Bay Resort. If you like, arrive early at the resort for a refreshing beverage or meal at the restaurant before meeting your driver. Meet your 4wd transfer by 4:30pm to get transferred back to your car or accommodation in Hervey Bay.