Fraser Island Travel
Fraser Island Overview
Fraser Island is a large sand island situated off the southern coast of the Australian state of Queensland. Located at 500km south of Tropic of Capricorn, Fraser Island has a hot and humid climate but is cooled by sea breezes. Dry seasons are extremely hot and the most winter days are sunny and frost free, giving the island all year possibilities for a visit.
Fraser Island Main Attractions
Being a 76-mile long island, you can expect much of the island adventure and lots to see. The main part of this adventure must be started on the famous lakes. There are two lakes on this island paradise you should visit. Lake Mackenzie, the jewel of the Fraser Island is a large perched lake with crystal blue waters and white sand. During the peak seasons, the area is one of the most crowd pleaser of the Fraser. Another lake is located 30 km from the beach. It is the green lake Wabby. This green lake has large sand blow that is slowly encroaching upon the lake.
Aside from the outstanding lakes, Fraser has lots of geographically unique attractions. At the northern end of the main beach of the island, you can spot a rocky outcrop, Indian Head. Climbing on the top of the rock can give you a scenic view of the ocean and you may spot sharks, rays, turtles and dolphins. By the north of this rock outcrop, there are the rock pools called Champagne Pools. They provide a safe place to bathe in sea water. The name is derived from the froth created when waves breaks over the edge and into the pools.
Fraser Island Activities
Fraser Island is a 170,000 hectare recreational park containing lakes, creeks, sand dunes and rainforest, affording a variety of experiences including fishing, 4wdriving, camping, walking tracks and much, much more. From the famous 75 mile beach through to the breathtaking Lake Mackenzie, the glorious rocky outcrop of Indian Head and Champagne Pools, Fraser Island caters for couples wanting a romantic getaway through to those undertaking the great Aussie camping holiday.
Fraser Island Accommodation & Dining
Staying on Fraser Island can mean wide range lodging from luxury resorts through campsites to rough camping amongst the dunes along designated stretches of beach. There are a number of campsites on the island which house standard facilities and are fenced to keep dingoes out. Fires are permitted in these sites within fire rings. Being a main tourist attraction, the island can't forget the tummies of their visitors. There are lots of restaurants all over the island. You can have an exclusive waterfront dining in many restaurants and get a chance to site whales passing by.
Fraser Island Shopping & Nightlife
Having dinner is the major activity you can do by night time especially when you're with your loved one. After the star's come out and the candles are lit, the mood converts into an intimate seaside setting where you can enjoy the sounds of the ocean and the flickering lights across the water. There's not much to shop in Fraser. However, you could still buy alcoholic drinks and food for yourself catering.
Getting To & Around Fraser Island
Vehicular access to Fraser Island is by ferry only; thereafter, four-wheel drive vehicles are necessary for transport around the island. Travelers have the option of bringing or hiring their own 4WD vehicle, or taking a 4WD tour bus.
