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Tours and Attractions |
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Boat Harbour Resort can pre-book all tours for guests prior to arrival .
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Phone 07 4125 5079
Boat Harbour Resort offers full tourist information and tour booking facilities. We book all tours operating in the area including Fraser Island and Whale Watching. We also arrange courtesy pick ups by the tour companies. We also have maps of the area free of charge and Fraser Island (small fee). If you're taking your own 4WD to Fraser and we can advise you on conditions, permits and camping. See below for more information about tours.
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Lady Elliot Island is located just off the Queensland coast and is easily accessible by air from Hervey Bay & Bundaberg. Nestled amongst the coral gardens at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, this coral cay is the ideal backdrop for some of the best snorkeling and scuba diving Australia has to offer.
Explore Lady Elliot Island and stay at the exclusive Lady Elliot Island Resort, situated in the heart of this stunning coral cay. Taking a conscious step towards conserving the delicate, surrounding environment, the resort allows a maximum of only 105 guests to stay over night at one time, limited numbers also ensuring a true holiday escape for a select few.
Experience the best diving that Queensland has to offer with up to 25 meters of visability, walk out of your front door and find your self just meters from the stunning coral reef. Dive in and discover the hundreds of species of marine life, from rainbow coloured sea anemone to the myriads of tropical fish that call the surrounding waters of Lady Elliot Island home.
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Encounter the family of manta rays which inhabit the warm waters of the area, meet the giant turtles which nest and hatch on the main land from November to April, and watch fish weave through the coral sculptures.
The rich eco system that Lady Elliot Island offers creates the ideal environment for some of the best diving in the world. Abundant with marine life, this coral cay is the perfect location to discover the magneficent Great Barrier Reef.
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Fraser Island Tours |
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There are a number of ways to get to Fraser Island without taking your own vehicle. All tours have a courtesy pick up for guests from Boat Harbour Resort. |
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FRASER ISLAND HUMMER TOURS |
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Welcome to Award Winning Fraser Experience Tours & Holidays…
Fraser Island is located 300 km north of Brisbane and is the world's largest sand island. Listed as a World Heritage Area in 1992 this natural marvel has been developing for over 800,000 years. On Fraser, you can see over 300 species of birds and other fauna including Australia’s purest form of dingo. There’s also ancient rainforests to explore, over 40 freshwater lakes to swim in, coluored sands, the famous 75 mile beach and much more.
Named K’Gari, meaning paradise, by the local indigenous people and traditional owners, the Butchella people, Fraser Island is 4wd access only; no asphalt, no traffic lights, just pure natural beauty.
Here at Fraser Experience Tours we provide 1 day, 2 day and longer guided tours of World Heritage listed Fraser Island with guaranteed small group sizes. Our tours take you to the hottest spots on Fraser…
Our 2 Day Tour is perfect for those who want to see Fraser and don’t want the hassle of driving or navigating. We are the small group specialists – providing personalised service from friendly and experienced guides. There’s no hassles, no worries and no camping!! Tours depart every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from Hervey Bay and Rainbow Beach. More
Our 1 day Hummer Tour offers the ultimate way to see Fraser Island! No other company offers the thrill of a Hummer and the exclusiveness of a small group – maximum 4 guests per tour. Our fleet of 4x4 H3 Hummers are perfect for Fraser Island’s unique off-road touring environment. Enjoy delicious food and all beverages including beer, wine and champagne. Tours depart from Hervey Bay every day except for Christmas Day. More
Do you have a special trip in mind for Fraser Island? Would you like to plan your own tour itinerary? Check out the options available to build your own tour of Fraser. We can provide purpose built tours for your needs with our specially built 4WD tour vehicles and qualified driver/guides including accommodation and food. More
Certificate of Excellence
Pricing valid from 1st April 2011 - 31st March 2012
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Per adult
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$240
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Per child (0-14 years)
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$200
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Ultra Exclusive Tour (private car + guide))
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$960 per vehicle
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Pricing valid from 1st April 2012 - 31st March 2013
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Per adult
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$245
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Per child (0-14 years)
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$205
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Ultra Exclusive Tour (private car + guide))
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Fraser Island Explorer Tours
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1 Day Tour |
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Courtesy pick up. Tour departs from Mary River Heads to Wangoolba Creek via Fraser Venture barge. Points of interest include Central Station rainforest, Lake McKenzie, the Cathedrals coloured sands, beach, Eli Creek, and the shipwreck Maheno. Buffet lunch, included at Eurong Beach Resort. Return to Fraser Venture & Hervey Bay. |
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There are also 2 Day Tours which include the about and much more. |
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Exclusive Day Tour
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A tour for the traveller that prefers smaller more intimate groups. Full day tour to World Heritage listed Fraser Island. Steak & seafood buffet lunch with wine or soft drink at Fraser Island Retreat, visit Eli Creek, Maheno shipwreck, rainforest, lakes & sand formations. Courtesy pick up, drop off, transfers & commentary from experienced tour guides. 4WD coach. Optional joy flights with Air Fraser Island.
TOUR GROUP LIMITED TO 14 PERSONS PER TOUR.
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Day Away |
Includes: Return catamaran cruise lunch and morning or afternoon tea, ranger guided walk. Departs Urangan Boat Harbour 8.30am and 12 noon. Departs resort 2.00pm and 5.00pm.
Available everyday except Sunday. |
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Dinner Cruise |
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Includes: Return cruise, seafood buffet dinner in the Maheno Restaurant (all you can eat) or two course set menu in the Seabelle Restaurant. Live entertainment in the Maheno Lounge. |
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Sundays at the Sandbar |
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Includes: Return catamaran cruise, spit roast and salad bar (all you can eat). Departs from just down the road at the Urangan Boat Harbour 8.30am and 12 noon. Departs resort 2.00pm and 5.00pm.
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Whale Watch Tours & Dolphin Watch |
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If you plan on coming to Hervey Bay anytime during July to November, a tour out to see the magnificant Humpback Whales at play in Hervey Bay is an experience not to be missed. Watching these 40 tonne animals play is a truly amazing sight.
There are tours to cater for all tastes. We can help you with your choice of tour to suit your requirements. See our Whale Watch page. Whale Watch Tours.
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Coral Viewing
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Krystal Klear - Glass Bottom Boat CONTACT US ! |
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40ft glass bottom boat for day & night coral viewing. Snorkel the reef, feed fish, view turtles, admire dolphins and swim in calm waters, tropical BBQ lunch on deserted Round Is. Operates daily. |
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Fishing & Diving Charters
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Hervey Bay has some of the best fishing in Queensland. We can advise which trip best suits your needs.
• Family Fishing - Daytripper www.mvdaytripper.com < Click here and go to their site.
• Game Fishing - What Charter Boat
• Smooth Water Fishing - Fighting Whiting
• Reef Fishing - Princess II
• Heli-Fishing Fraser Island - MI Helicopters
Hervey Bay Skydivers
From $250
They operate 7 days in Hervey Bay: No Experience Necessary
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Shayla Sailing Cruises
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Shayla Cruises operates "Shayla", a 30 passenger, purpose built sailing catamaran (two engines for calm days), for these sailing experiences:–
- whale watch tours (July to November)
- adventure cruises with snorkeling, boom netting and beach activities (November to July)
- champagne sunset cruises (all year round), and
- special charter cruises catering for scuba dives (BYO gear), family outings, beach picnics, engagements, wedding functions, birthday or anniversary celebrations, reunions, tour groups, 'schoolies', memorials, wakes...
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There are also JETSKI TO Fraser ISLAND tours available.
Splash Sea Kayaking Safaris
Full and half day adventure trips, no experience necessary. Courtesy pick-up and drop-off from Boat Harbour Resort. Travel leisurely in time with nature, exploring the waters of Fraser Island. You will have time to take in the untouched wilderness of this amazing region.
Joyflights (a fantastic way to see the GREAT SANDY STRAITS)
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