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Because Fraser Island is a sand island and has no sealed roads the only way to get around is by 4WD (or on bike or foot).
You can bring your own (4WD)car but you need a permit. This can be obtained at the general store in River Heads on the mainland (close to the ferry to Wanggoolba Creek on Fraser Island)
Written May 24, 2004
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Most companies do day tours or 2/3 day tours and to tell you the truth there is not alot of difference in price between any of them. The price of a day tour is $99 and a 2 day safari will cost $189. So I guess it comes down to the level of service, timekeeping etc. So I would go with Fraser Venture Tours, they were reliable, flexible on dropping you back in hervey bay and most of all GOOD FUN !!
Written May 12, 2004
Phone: 07 41252343
Website: www.fraserventure.com
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Almost all persons and vehicles arrive to Fraser by ferry from Hervey Bay, in Queensland. There are numerous ferries each day, but check times with an agent or the park officials for the first and last times, so you don't end up stuck on the island. 4 PM is the normal last ferry time.
A few crazy people go to Fraser by plane, with a landing being performed on the sand at a beach along the eastern coast.
Written Mar 23, 2004
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Just be warned that ONLY 4-wheel drive vehicles are allowed on Fraser. The reason quickly becomes apparent moments after you first get stuck in the sand, and everyone has to get out and push. This is only an inconvienence, you will always get out!
Written Mar 23, 2004
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You can only get around by 4x4. You get there by ferry from Hervey Bay. We booked through Fraser Roving, a hostel in Hervey Bay. You can drive on the beaches and on the set tracks. Driving on the beaches can be dangerous and they show you a video before you go on the island. No one really lives there although there is a very expensive hotel for those not roughing it, and a shop wih beer and a few snacks.
Written Sep 8, 2003
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On Fraser Island it is a must to have a 4WD, and even with a strong 4WD it is not guaranteed, that you never get stuck. But hey, that's the funny thing about it, isn't it???
There are several companies that offer self-driving trips to fraser and provide you with the 4WD and camping gear.
I was on a self-driving trip (with fraser escape) and had a very good time, seeing all the major sights as they provided us with kind of a plan when we should be at what point (also because of the tides!).
There are people with bad experiences on these self-guided trips and of course it depends very much on the group wether you have a good time or not.
Updated Jun 18, 2003
We flew with Air Fraser Island - great experience, recommended!
Written Apr 12, 2009
Phone: 07 4125 3600
Try to book on a small group (we were with about 15 I guess). We were driven in a 'comfy' 4Wdrive, which was ideal.
There where other groups (30-40) in big busses. Try to avoid these.
Written May 26, 2004
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