• K’gari (Fraser Island) was World Heritage listed in 1992 as a site of international significance. The island contains unique landscapes of exceptional beauty.

• K’gari is the world’s largest sand island.

• There are many archaeological remains recording thousands of years of culture and tradition for the Butchulla people.

• At approximately 123 kilometres in length and up to 22 kilometres in width it is Queensland’s largest island.

• The recent history of the island includes periods of sand mining and logging.

• The name “Fraser” Island is connected to Eliza Fraser - a Scottish woman who was shipwrecked on the island in 1836.

Queensland Parks and Forests
Information from DES about K’gari (Fraser Island) Great Sandy National Park. It’s always advisable to check the current “Conditions Report” available on this website before visiting.

K'GARI Orchid Beach accomodation
When the photographer is not camping under the stars she loves to stay here. Orchid Beach is a spectacular location to use as a base for your K’gari adventure!

Orchid Beach Trading Post & Driftwood Bar
An icon well worth the visit!

Kingfisher Bay Resort
Accomodation alternative on the West Coast.

Fraser Coast
Visitor information about the region.

Tide Charts
Critical to help you plan your travel around the island.

Manta Ray Barge
Access to the Southern most point of K’gari from Inskip Point.

Visit Queensland
The official website for Queensland, Australia.

Tourism Australia
Guide to K’gari.