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K'gari Eco Walk

Walk Overview

EXPERIENCE THE WHOLE K’GARI GREAT WALK SUPPORTED PACK-FREE! 

Embark on an extraordinary 7-day, 6-night journey, merging our renowned Blue Lakes and Rainforest Eco Pack-free Hikes. Experience the remote marvels of the K'gari Great Walk with full support for an unforgettable adventure. Traverse under towering forest giants, encounter ancient wonders like the Valley of the Giants' millennium-old trees, and explore pristine freshwater creeks and lakes. Immerse yourself in the tranquil waters of five of the island's most stunning freshwater lakes. As you delve into the wilderness, relish the serenity, wander through majestic rainforests, and indulge in refreshing swims in the azure lakes with sandy shores.

Price $2200 per person + Kingfisher accommodation from $250 per night (twin share).  

 

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 7 days | 6 nights
 Tent Camping (4N)/ ACCOM (2N)
 80km | Moderate
 March to OCTOBER
 From $2200 pp 
 All Food Included during walk
Luxury Walk itinerary map

Itinerary

Walk pack-free supported from Dili Village to Happy Valley along K'gari's Great Walk. Meander through the southern lakes see 5 of the most iconic freshwater perch lakes. Walk under ancient forest giants in the majestic rainforest, where you marvel at the 1000+ year old trees in the Valley of the Giants! Explore sights such as incredible sand blows, pristine freshwater creeks and lakes on this one and only fully supported camping pack-free walk. 

  • Day 1 - Tuesday

    Dilli Village to Lake Boomanjin

        Walking Distance 13.5km

    • Travel by 4WD to Dilli Village, where your K'gari Great Walk adventure begins. Leave your overnight bag with your support guide and set off carrying just a light day pack
    • Walk 6.3km through spectacular forest to Lake Boomanjin, stopping for a packed lunch by the shore. Continue another 7.2km to Lake Benaroon and your first night's camp.
    • Arrive to find camp set up and your support guide waiting with a complimentary drink and pre-dinner snacks. Dinner is prepared ready for you to cook and enjoy as you settle into your first evening on K'gari (Fraser Island)

      Meals: Lunch & dinner

     Overnight camping at Lake Benaroon or Lake Boomanjin 

    Note: Composting toilets available, no running water (water provided from the tour), no showers. 

  • Day 2 - Wednesday

    Lake Birrabeen, via Central Station to Lake McKenzie

        Walking Distance 14.1km

    • Wake to the sounds of the bush, enjoy a light breakfast and perhaps a morning swim before setting out for your second day on K'gari.
    • After a short transfer to M1, walk 7.5km via beautiful Lake Birrabeen to Central Station for a picnic lunch. Continue another 6.6km through the forest, passing Basin Lake before reaching Lake McKenzie (Boorangoora)
    • Arrive with camp already set up and the afternoon yours to enjoy. Swim in Lake McKenzie, watch the changing colours as the sun sets, and relax with a complimentary drink and pre-dinner snacks before cooking your prepared dinner under the stars.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

     Overnight camping at Lake McKenzie 

    Note: Composting toilets and running water available at Lake McKenzie hikers camp. No showers.

  • Day 3 - Thursday

    Lake McKenzie to Lake Wabby

        Walking Distance 15.1km

    • Wake beside beautiful Lake McKenzie (Boorangoora) and enjoy an early morning swim and breakfast before setting out on your final day of walking.
    • Walk 12km towards Lake Wabby, stopping for a bush picnic lunch at the lookout before descending across the sweeping sand dunes to the emerald waters of the lake.
    • Cool off with a swim in Lake Wabby before completing the final 2km to K'gari's Eastern Beach, where your 4WD transfer awaits.
    • Travel by 4WD to Kingfisher Bay Resort, check into your accommodation and enjoy the evening at your leisure. Meals: Breakfast & lunch 

  • Day 4 - Friday

    Kingfisher Bay Relax Day

     Your relax day! 

    • Slow the pace and enjoy a free day at Kingfisher Bay Resort, with the day entirely yours to spend as you choose.
    • Relax by the pool, book a spa treatment, explore one of the short walking trails or choose from the resort's range of activities, including water sports and seasonal whale watching.
    • Enjoy the freedom to choose where and when you dine. Meals and optional activities are not included.

    Night spent at Kingfisher Bay Resort (price ranges from $250 twin share per night).

     

  • Day 5 - Saturday

    Into the Valley of the Giants

      Walking Distance 14.5km

    • Your guide will collect you from Kingfisher Bay Resort at 9:30am, ready to begin Part 2 of your K'gari walk. From M9, follow the K'gari Great Walk through magnificent rainforest and lush subtropical landscapes towards the Valley of the Giants.
    • Along the way, take two rewarding side trails. Walk out to Badjala Sandblow for sweeping views across K'gari, then discover the Giant Satinay tree on your journey deeper into the forest.
    • Arrive at the Valley of the Giants for a night surrounded by some of K'gari's most impressive forest, with your camp set up and dinner prepared ready for you to cook.

    Meals: Lunch & dinner

    Overnight camping at Valley of the Giants 

    Note: Composting toilets and running water are available near the walkers' camp. No showers 

  • Day 6 - Sunday

    Valley of the Giants to Lake Garawongera

       Walking Distance 15.6km 

    • Wake among the towering trees of the Valley of the Giants and enjoy breakfast before setting out on your day's walk. A short 2.6km trail takes you past the impressive Tallowood tree before continuing through the forest.
    • Walk towards the tranquil, tea-tree-infused waters of Lake Garawongera. Along the way, you can take an optional 1km side trail to historic Petrie's Camp — a worthwhile addition for those keen to discover more of K'gari's past.
    • Arrive at Lake Garawongera with camp set up, a complimentary drink and pre-dinner snacks waiting. Settle into the rainforest surroundings, enjoy dinner with your fellow walkers and rest up for your final day on the trail.

    Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner 

    Overnight camping at Lake Garawongera

    Note: there are composting toilets and limited running water (tour provides water) near the walkers' camp, but there are no showers—however, there is a lake!

  • Day 7 - Monday

    Lake Garawongera to the Eastern Beach

       Walking Distance 9.5km 

    • Start your final day with a refreshing swim in Lake Garawongera before walking through to Happy Valley on K'gari's Eastern Beach, where your guide will meet you.
    • Travel south along 75 Mile Beach to Central Station for lunch before walking through the magnificent rainforest of Pile Valley. Your guide will then transfer you to the final section of the trail, where you can walk into Lake McKenzie and discover the secluded hikers' beach.
    • After one last opportunity to enjoy Lake McKenzie, your guide will transfer you to Kingfisher Bay Resort for the ferry journey home. Ferries generally depart around 2:30–3:00pm; return times are flexible.
    • Meals: Breakfast & lunch 

Pack Free Walk Information

  • THIS HIKE COMBINES THE BLUE LAKES AND RAINFOREST ECO HIKES, WITH 2 NIGHT STAY AT KINGFISHER RESORT INBETWEEN
  • KINGFISHER ACCOMMODATION PRICE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DEPENDING ON THE SEASON (FROM $250 TWIN SHARE)
  • NOT INCLUDED: MEALS & DRINKS INBETWEEN THE HIKES AT KINGFISHER, ALCOHOL ON THE HIKES (OTHER THAN 1COMPLIMENTARY DRINK PER NIGHT PROVIDED)
  • HIKE DEPARTS FROM OUR OFFICE IN URANGAN, HERVEY BAY, AT APPROX 7AM FOR THE 4WD TRANSFER TO THE ISLAND
  • PRE-ARRANGED PICK-UP AVAILABLE FROM HOSTELS/ HOTELS IN URANGAN 
  • 7 DAY, 6 NIGHTS (4 NIGHTS CAMPING, 2 NIGHTS AT RESORT ACCOMMODATION)
  • OPERATES MARCH to OCTOBER
  • AROUND 80KM TOTAL WALKING
  • MODERATE FITNESS LEVEL, WALKING EXPERIENCE
  • MIX OF FOREST AND BUSH TRACKs

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All the fun with none of the work

Pack-free hikes are a great way to enjoy the pristine beauty of K'gari without having to carry a heavy pack all day! 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Preparing you for a once in a lifetime experience

Please read the answers to the common questions we're asked below. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch for answers to any other questions you may have:

All hikes depart from Hervey Bay, 6 Southern Cross Circuit Urangan, near the airport.

Hikes can vary from 2 to 6 people. Private transfers require a minimum of 4 people and a levy may apply.

Average to Moderate fitness required for 2 and 3 day hikes and advanced experienced walking required for the 4 day hike. Please note that for adventure hikes, walkers must carry all their own equipment, so hiking experience is recommended.

Adventure hikers take a 70litre hiking pack with all equipment and food, they have a transfer to the trailhead and a pickup at the other end but no support during the hike. Pack-free hiking is a camping experience where you can enjoy camping in the wilderness but not have to carry the equipment or worry about the food as all this is done by the support guide.

Please see the what to bring section of each hike. Adventure hikes and Pack-free hikes include different things, so please check this.

Yes, especially with a support guide or a transfer as we know where our hikers are and have emergency plans in place should something happen. Hiking is not recommended for single walkers, therefore all our hikes always run with a minimum of 2.

There is an age limit of 12 years and over. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. There are no upper age restrictions for walkers with suitable ability, however walkers with medical conditions should check with the operator before booking.

The climate of K'gari is subtropical, with warm daytime temperatures throughout the entire year. The winter months are from May to August, where the average temperatures are 14-25 C (57-77 degrees F). Winter is the drier month of the year and it is less likely that you will see much rainfall during walking season. If it does rain it’s generally short showers.

Yes we can tailor make a hike for 2 to 6 people, this is a private charter where you would only have your group on the hike and no other groups. Please note this would be priced as a charter price, not per person and would vary depending on length etc.

Yes, we offer a 4 day and 3 night luxury hike, staying at Waiuta Retreat at Kingfisher Bay, see here for more information.

We can also offer beach house accommodation for charter groups, subject to availability.