Everything a visitor needs to know
Wild and untagged dingo on the beach
We all know that Fraser island is the perfect “Family Friendly” place to visit.
But for many visitors to the island, they are completely unaware of the dangers that lurk in the sand and the surf.
In this article, we will run through some the hidden potential dangers that inhabit our beautiful island.
Dangers like…
[Read more…]Be Dingo-safe on Fraser Island
Yes, there are wild dingo’s (Canis lupus dingo) on Fraser Island.
If fact, K’gari has some of the purest breeds of dingo in the world. This is because the isolation and protective nature of the island makes interbreeding with domestic dogs rare.
[Read more…]“A little advice prior to your arrival at Inskip Point to ensure you don’t get bogged”
Visitors to Fraser Island often have no real idea of what to expect once they reach Inskip point.
It’s advisable that you make a quick stop in the car park area ( under the shade of the trees) and prepare to let down your tyres. Driving in the soft sand with fully inflated tyres is bad news and you’ll just get bogged.
[Read more…]Updated: 15th December 2020
The Queensland government has eased travel restrictions.
Interstate visitors can travel to Queensland without quarantine unless they are travelling from a hotspot. At the time of writing, there are currently no hotspots in Australia
Updated: 17th April 2020
After weeks of speculation and uncertainty the Federal Government released a statement declaring that all National Parks in Queensland will be closed. This comes into effect from Midnight 9th April 2020 and includes Fraser Island. This is due to the Coronavirus Pandemic or Covid-19.
In relation to Fraser Island this basically means a full closure under the State Disaster Declaration.
No tourists, tourist operators, contractors or non essential persons are able to access the island. Any persons camping or staying on the Island have been ordered to leave.
The exemption to this was that only permanent residents of the island are able to leave and return to their residential address. And essential services.
The Barge at Inskip Point is only departing 2 hours before low tide and 2 hours after. This is a limited service. Subject to change.
Currently there is Police and National Parks control at the barge checking vehicles and passengers for proof of residence. So many Tourists have been ordered to return to the mainland.
Holiday homes and Hotels have been ordered to cancel guest bookings because they do not qualify as residents. If you have an upcoming reservation please contact the Owners/ managers about your booking status. Cancellations will be refunded
Camping is prohibited on the island until further notice because of the Covid 19 pandemic.
For any further information or updates please visit www.parks.des.qld.gov.au
Indian Head is a popular spot with a spectacular view
Visitors to Fraser Island are always amazed at the magnificent view at the top of the cliffs at Indian Head.
Many are surprised at just how much marine life you can see from the 50meter cliffs below.
Turtles, stingrays and sharks are seen daily and from August to November Humpback whales frolic around the headland.
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