Frasers On Rainbow Backpackers Resort has been operating Fraser Island Self Drive tours for more than 10 years, with excellent local knowledge, amazing lead drivers and easy to use 4 wheel drives, we are the leader in fun, adventure filled tours around the magnificent Fraser Island. The new tag-a-long system allows you to get around the island safely and see all the amazing sites but with the added advantage of a lead guide to ensure your safety and provide excellent knowledge of the island.
Briefings:Our compulsory briefings take place at 2.00pm the day before departure to Fraser Island. Late briefings MUST be pre-arranged. On the morning of departure, our experienced and competent staff will assist with packing the vehicle and give all drivers comprehensive instruction on driving the vehicles.
Please note: Failure to attend the briefing will result in a full forfeit of ticket.
Ages: 18 - 40 only
Accommodation:2 nights camping on Fraser Island PLUS 3 nights at Frasers On Rainbow (either side of your tour)
Frasers On Rainbow Resort:6-10 share mixed en-suite dorms (private double upgrades available for a small fee), FREE pool tables, FREE Ping pong, FREE guided bushwalk daily to the Carlo Sand Blow, learn how to throw boomerangs and see amazing sunsets. $10 belly buster meals, fully licensed bar with nightly entertainment and drinks specials, swimming pool, 24 hour Global Gossip internet and perfect location, only 2 minutes walk to the beach, shops, cafes and supermarket
Vehicles:4WD Toyota Land Cruisers with power steering, 8 people per 4WD, lead car can take 10 people maximum
Driver Requirements:In order to be able to drive on Fraser you must, be over 18 years of age with a full open manual drivers licence and you must have this licence with you on tour.
Optional Extras:$10 sleeping bag hire, $10 optional excess reducer which reduces the amount of liability in the event of an accident, Alcohol at own expense
We Supply:Toyota Land Cruisers which are safe& very easy to drive All camping& cooking equipment (excluding sleeping bags) 2 comprehensive safety briefings& experienced staff Food whilst on Fraser Island (7 meals in total) Free luggage storage& safe facilities
Extra costs are inclusive and consist of:National park fees, camping permits, 3 days food (optional sleeping bag hire available), fuel, ice and ferry passes
Available to 18+yrs only.
Your tour starts from the day before you head out to Fraser Island, the compulsary safety briefing occurs at 2pm the day prior and gives you a comprehensive overview on safety features whilst touring the island along with some useful hints and tips on driving on soft sand. This briefing lasts for approximately 1.5 hours and this is when you will be split into your vehicle groups and get the chance to meet other travellers who will be touring with you.
The morning of departure is a pretty hectic time, with excitement everywhere, we will again split you up into your groups and ask you to work together in checking off all your food to make sure it is all there before you go. You will pack your food into the eskies, alcohol into cool boxes, do a full vehicle inspection including checking all camping and cooking equipment is provided and then do a full driver briefing outlining the most important aspects of driving on soft sand and how to use the gears. Then it's off you go!!
Due to tide times and changing conditions, the itinerary of the tour will forever change in terms of where you go, on what days but know that the experience of the lead driver will ensure you get to see the most important and beautiful sights on Fraser Island. Some of these should include Lake McKenzie, Lake Wabby, Eli Creek, Champagne Pool, Indian Head and The Maheno Shipwreck to name but a few. You will only set up camp the one time and travel back to this area every evening so you can sit down, relax with a drink and cook your evening meals without the hassles of having to relocate everytime.
On the third and final day you will arrive back into Rainbow Beach approximately around 3.30pm (depending on tides) where you can enjoy a few drinks and some food with friends at our on-site bar and restaurant. Our bar hosts nightly entertainment with everything from live music (Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays), Karaoke and party games with awesome prize giveaways. Take advantage of our happy hour prices (We actually serve PINTS) and our $10 belly buster meals daily from 6-8pm.
On the morning you depart after your tour, we have a free luggage room for your bags if your bus does not leave until later in the day, unfortunately we cannot offer late check outs.
Follow the rainbow to FRASERS
Departs:Daily (except December 23rd/25th/30th and 1st Jan)
All briefings and tours depart from Frasers On Rainbow Backpackers Resort, 18 Spectrum Street, Rainbow Beach, Queensland 4581
