K'gari (Fraser Island) tours & holidays

Absolutely. All passengers travelling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. It's important to understand that each country you visit may have its own specific entry requirements, and some destinations mandate travel health insurance for all foreign travellers, regardless of their nationality.

Your leader will record your travel insurance details on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is an essential part of every journey.

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Any time of year is a good time to visit K'gari.

Summer is hot and humid and perfect for swimming. Spring and autumn are cooler and the island tends to be quieter.

In winter, whales are frequently spotted swimming past the island. 

K'gari is a casual place, so you can leave your fancy clothes at home. Layered clothing is the best option as it can be chilly when you set off in the early morning before it warms up. Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat are a must, even in winter, as the sun reflects off the white sand.

Any shoes you bring will almost certainly get sand in them, so sandals or flip flops you can quickly shake the sand out of before you get back in your vehicle are best. Bring all essentials, including basic medications, with you as shops are few and far between on the island.

While it’s not safe to swim in the sea on K’gari you can swim in a few areas that have been checked for safety.

The sea is too dangerous to swim in due to powerful currents and the risk of potentially harmful marine life. The ocean around the island is known for powerful riptides that can pull even the strongest swimmers out to sea. It's also home to large numbers of sharks and jellyfish, lifeguards don't patrol the beaches, and medical services on the island are limited.

However, these are the places you are allowed to swim:

• Eli Creek
• Lake Wabby
• Lake McKenzie
• Wanghoolba Creek
• Orange Creek
• Lake Boomanjin
• Ocean Lake
• Lake Birrabeen
• Champagne Pools (sea swimming)

We take the health and safety of our travellers seriously and take every measure to ensure that trips are safe, fun and inclusive for everyone. When you travel with us, you have access to our global support network and local on‑ground leadership, and you can rest easy knowing we have a zero-tolerance policy on discrimination.

We recommend that all travellers check with their government or national travel advisory organisation for the latest information before departure. The World Health Organisation also provides useful health information.

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We believe travel should be accessible to everyone. Although some destinations and itineraries may be more accessible than others, we'll do our best to accommodate your needs, make reasonable adjustments where possible or guide you toward the most suitable trips. Get in touch with our friendly adventure consultants to chat about your options.

Our Tailor-Made team can also help you plan a customised trip just for you.