Fraser Island — Brisbane & Southern Queensland — Travelbag Australia and Round the World 2008 online holiday brochure

Fraser Island Visit the World Heritage wilderness of Queensland's Fraser Island, the world's largest sand island, featuring massive sand dunes, coloured-sand cliffs, silent rivers and 120km of spectacular beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see. The eastern beaches on Fraser Island are in fact a Queensland national highway, complete with speed limits, light-aircraft landing areas, and the occasional police car � a unique experience in itself. The island is full of hidden surprises and supports more than 100 freshwater lakes and towering rainforests with rare plant and bird species. From August to October, magnificent humpback whales visit the island, and you are sure to see at least one of the indigenous dingoes, Australia's pure breed dog. Sandy Cape At a Glance Rooney Point � Famed for its massive sand dunes, colouredsand cliffs, silent rivers and 120km of spectacular beaches, Fraser Island is the world's largest sand island. � Hervey Bay is the access point to Fraser Island. Catamarans depart for the island from Urangan Marina three times a day. Direct flights are available from Sydney and Melbourne. � Alternatively, Hervey Bay is just 3.5 hours drive from Brisbane. Or, the Tilt Train will take you to Maryborough for a free coach connection to Hervey Bay. Platypus Bay Indian Head Great Sandy National Park Moon Point Kingfisher Bay Resort Hervey Bay Yidney Rainforest Lake Garawongera Frasers at Cathedral Beach Maheno Shipwreck Eli Creek Lake Wabby Central Station Lake Birrabeen Fraser Island Wilderness Retreat Essential Fraser Island 2 nights from �253 Day 1: Brisbane � Fraser Island Depart Brisbane by shuttle transfer to glorious Fraser Island. A scenic three and a half hour drive north will take you to Hervey Bay. Here board the catamaran for the crossing to Fraser Island. The sheer size of this large sand island makes it a true natural wonder. Check in to the award-winning Kingfisher Bay Resort for two nights. Day 2: Fraser Island Expert rangers will take you on a full-day 4WD tour. Learn about the natural and cultural history of the island, swim in clear freshwater lakes, walk through towering rainforests and drive along the amazing Seventy-Five Mile Beach. (BL) Day 3: Fraser Island � Brisbane This morning catch the catamaran back to Hervey Bay. Here your shuttle transfer will be waiting to transfer you back to Brisbane. (B) Mantra Hervey Bay 4 Kingfisher Bay Resort 4+ Prices Include � Two nights accommodation at the Kingfisher Bay Resort. � Return shuttle transfer from Brisbane to Hervey Bay. � Return catamaran transfers from/to Hervey Bay. � Meals as stated (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch). � Full-day ranger-guided 4WD tour, including national park entry fees, lunch & morning tea. Mantra Hervey Bay is perfectly located to showcase spectacular views of the Great Sandy Strait. The practically designed self-contained apartments provide an ideal base from which to explore. Catamarans to Fraser Island depart from the adjacent marina. Facilities 2 restaurants � 2 bars � caf� � sundeck � internet � gym � pool � kids' pool � tennis � bikes � watersports � massage & beauty � sauna � laundry Rooms 152 spacious guestrooms, 1, 2 & 3 bed apartments � TV � internet � CD player � air-con � tea & coffee � room service � balcony � kitchenette (apartments only) � spa (apartments only) Offers Free upgrade from a hotel room to a 1 bedroom apartment when booking by 31Mar08 - valid for stays Apr08Mar09 � Free bottle of wine when staying in a 1, 2 or 3 bedroom apartment - Apr08-Mar09 Set in a natural amphitheatre surrounded by bush and wildlife on the western side of Fraser Island, directly opposite Hervey Bay, the resort is close to Fraser Island's major attractions and overlooks the calm island water. It provides an ideal blend of luxury and adventure and is the perfect base from which to explore this magnificent island. Facilities 3 restaurants � 5 bars � caf� � lounge bar � sundeck � business centre/internet � 4 pools � watersports � tennis � hair & beauty � massage therapy � shop � laundry � kids' pool � kids' club and games room � additional activities Rooms 261 guestrooms & 2 & 3 bed self-contained villas � TV � air-con � tea & coffee � private balcony/deck � kitchenette (villas only) Tour Prices Prices per person, in �'s from Kingfisher Bay Resort 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-31Mar09 Twin Single 267 356 253 327 Prices per person per night, room only, in �'s from Standard Room Twin Single 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-31Jul08 01Aug08-09Oct08 10Oct08-23Dec08 28 37 48 37 55 74 96 74 24Dec08-14Jan09 15Jan09-31Mar09 Twin Single 48 96 37 74 Prices per person per night, room only, in �'s from Resort Room Twin Single Resort Spa Room 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-31Mar09 59 50 118 100 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-31Mar09 Twin Single 65 130 59 118 Supplements & minimum stays may apply over Xmas, New Year & special events. Minimum 2 night stay applies 01Aug-09Oct08 & 24Dec08-14Jan09. Supplements & minimum stays apply apply over peak holiday periods. 66

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