World Heritage listed Fraser Island has
been a dream destination for people across the globe. This island is a
fascinating place with rich aboriginal and European history and is ideal for people
who want to enjoy the bounty of nature and appreciate the complex eco system of
this sand island which is the largest in the world. Stretching over 123
kilometers in length this beautiful island is a short ferry ride from the
Hervey Bay on Queensland’s Fraser Coast.
The entire Island is filled with
perched lakes, ancient rainforests, lagoons, creeks and is basically a 4 WD terrain.
To see and get a real feel of the place, one needs to have some time in hand.
For the tourists who can afford to spend time in this exotic island should opt
for 5 or 6 days tour packages offered by Sunset Safaris, one of the most
efficient, reliable and affordable tour operators who have pick up points in
Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and now from Noosa and Rainbow Beach. The Great Barrier Reef 6 Day Tour includes comfortable 4
WD vehicles, food and accommodation, thus leaving you with enough time to relax
and visit all major attractions without any rush. Here you can drive in the 4
WD tracks of 75 mile beach which doubles up as an air strip, see the
rainforests growing out of sand and enjoy the vast expanse of wild flowers of
the heathlands. You’ll have enough time to see Lake Birrabeen, Lake McKenzie
and enjoy a swim in the mirrored lakes surrounded by soft white sands.
Indian Head provides a great
opportunity to spot dolphins, whales and other marine creatures. With all Fraser Island 6 Day Tour packages, you get a free
tour of the Cooloola National Park. Here you can see the Teewah Beach, Rainbow
Beach, Red Canyon and Noosa north shore. Fraser Island is indeed a place where
you can do a whole lot or can simply sit back and enjoy the view. The island is
home to 354 species of birds that include parrots, owls and 18 birds of prey.
August to October is the migrating time for the Humpback whales and you can see
these majestic creatures in abundance.
Great Barrier Reef 5 or 6 day tour packages are offered by Sunset Safaris and you can
have a great time exploring the largest coral reef system in the world which is
a world Heritage listed place and has been a major tourist destination for
people all over the world. Here one can swim, snorkel and dive to discover the
treasures of this huge marine water park.
The tourists are taken to the beautiful
Lady Musgrave Island where you can be at peace in water as it is a sting free
zone. Along with the beautiful corals you can see the colorful fishes and giant
sea turtles that will swim past you silently. With time by your side you can
watch these places separately and if you are pressed for time you can see both
these places by opting for a combined tour of both GBR and Fraser Island.
